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Newspaper

Covington Republican

Location

Covington, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Apr 19, 1907

Page

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Crawfordsville Presbytery Meeting Concludes in City

The Crawfordsville Presbytery met in the Presbyterian church this city Monday and Tuesday with about seventy ministers and ruling elders present. Memorial services honored the late Dr. Kene of Wabash College and various clergy were licensed or ordained. Officials announced delegation to the Columbus General Assembly and noted the large attendance and local hospitality.

Crawfordsville C. E. Fowler Clinton W. M. Breckenridge D. B. Duncan D. D Kene Wabash College Duncan First Presbyterian Church Elijah Ligman W. E. Livengard Einers John P. Hate First Presbyterian Church of Lafayette Asher Lynn Good W. E. Livengood D. Wilson Crawfordsvile Stork Frankfort Butler Rockville General Assembly Columbus

Toe Gan Club Scores Attract Marksmen On Fair Grounds

The Gan club has secured excellent shooting grounds at the fair grounds and now enjoys a splendid field. With all training paid for and money in the treasury, the club thrives. They shoot on Tuesdays and Fridays with many fine scores reported.

Gan Club Pharaph Traia

Brown Secured 4800 Contract for Allen Shaff Residence

Contractor Charles Brown was awarded the bid to construct Allen Shaff's new residence with a 4800 prize. The contract specifies the project and amount.

Charles Brown Allen Shaff

May Musical Festival at M E Church Promises Fine Talent

The annual May Musical Festival at the M E church is anticipated with high interest. A strong program is being arranged and the county’s best talent will perform, sparking pleasure and anticipation.

M. BE. Church Mmch

Lewman Re-elected Mayor in Danville Victory

J H Lewman a Republican was reelected mayor of Danville on Tuesday. The Republican slate swept including all aldermen except the First Ward where Democrats Werner and Schroeder won. The dry issue carried at Rossville with saloon opponents prevailing.

J.H. Lewman Danville Werner and Schroeder Drys Rossville

Sanders Young Dies Here In City Far North East

Sanders Young of Goodland died early Tuesday at his sister Mrs Malinda Rice’s home in the northeast city. He had suffered from consumption and had visited relatives about three weeks earlier. A brief service by Rev. Palmer was held at the residence and the body was sent to Goodland for burial with relatives present.

Sanders Young Gooland Malinda Rcey Rev. Palmer Goodland

Regimental Reunion Plans for 158th Infantry

Plans are under way in Kokomo for a reunion of the 158th regiment of volunteer infantry from the Spanish American War during the State convention of the Association of Spanish American War Veterans, likely in August or September. The Kokomo committee reports strong regimental officer support and broad local backing.

158Th Regiment of Volunteer Infantry Kokomo Association of Crawfordsville 158Th Co. G 15Th Regiment Companie A Indianapolis Rochester Frankfort Franklin Winchester Covington Sheridan Martinsville Koko

Former Wabash Township Boy Dr E M Brewer Achieves Medical Success

A letter from Dr E M Brewer of Rantoul Illinois, formerly of Wabash township, highlights his advancement in medicine. His father Robert Brewer and Fountain County friends express pride in his professional achievements.

E. M. Brewer Wabash Township Robert Brewer Rantoal Ill Fountain County

Richland Man Returns From West Indies Isles Trip

William Wright of Richland reports a very pleasant West Indies Isles journey last week. He says the voyage was worthwhile and brings home several interesting souvenirs from various points along the way.

William Wright Richland West Indie Isles

Oil Trust Guilty in Rebates Case Large Fine Likely

The Standard Oil Company of Indiana was found guilty on 1 463 counts out of 1 903 in the Elkins act rebate trial heard in Judge Landis court. A total fine of 29 260 000 could be imposed for each offense, with 440 counts dropped due to errors, while sentencing awaits a new trial motion. The jury, out under three hours, returned verdict on the first ballot after evidence showed a special 6 cent rate vs the published 18 cent tariff between Whiting Indiana and East St Louis Illinois.

Chicago Standard Oil Company of Indiana Landis United States District Court Chicago & Alton Railroad Whiting Ind East St. Louis Ill Elkins St. Louis Interstate Commerce Commission Whiting, Ind Standard Oil Company Mdlana

Island sale near Newport nets camp site for eight men

Interior Department test Monday sold a Wabash River island about one mile east of Newport and a half mile south of Harvey ferry. H. V. Nixon bought the nine and seven tenths acre remnant for $16.50 per acre for the Manhattan club to use as a camping ground.

Interior Department Wabash River Newport Harvey Ferry H. V. Nixon Manhattan Club Hoosier State

Borah Protests Indictment Tied to Political Conspiracy

Washington reports the Department of Justice seeks full indictment details of Idaho Senator W E Borah charged with conspiracy to defraud the government in land deals. Borah claims the Idaho federal case stems from a political plot and asks the DOJ to pause proceedings while evidence is reviewed.

Washington Department of Justice United States W. E. Borah Idaho Borah Fred Dubois William S. Haywood Western Federation of Miners Steunenberg Department Federal Court of

Honduran Forces Capitulate at Amapala

Managua April 13 The Honduran forces besieged in Amapala capitulated unconditionally. President Bonilla has taken refuge on the American cruiser Chicago and will not disembark on Central American soil. The surrender was arranged by Commander R M Doyle of the Chicago. Salvadorean forces at Amapala return to La Union.

Managua Nicaragua Amapala Bonilla Chicago R. M. Doyle la Union

Jury Unable To Reach Verdict In Thaw Case

New York April 13. The jury in the Harry K Thaw murder trial reported after forty seven hours and eight minutes of deliberation that it could not reach a verdict. Seven jurors favored guilty of first degree murder and five favored acquittal on insanity grounds. Justice Fitzgerald discharged the twelve men and Thaw was remanded to the Tombs for a second trial on the Stanford White murder charge.

Thaw New York Harry K. Thaw Fitzgerald Bhatt Stanford White

Evading Lawes Motivate Japanese Agents in Musico City

Reportedly, many Japanese labor agents in the United States work covertly to move Japanese nationals toward Texas border ports claiming they head to Canada. They allegedly instruct hundreds to enter the U S illegally, seeking passage into the country.

Lawes Musico City United States Hava Besa Texas Canada

Methodist Church Services Schedule and Sermon Topic

Quarterly meeting Saturday at 2:30 p.m. at John Bilslend’s home. Sabbath School Sunday at 9:30 a.m. in the court room. Preaching Sunday at 10:40 a.m. in the court room on "The two Pillars Jadhan and Boaz." No service Sunday evening in town. Evening sermon at Bend church by Dr. E A Schell with Communion after.

John Bilslend Pillars Jadhan and Boaz Bend Church E A. Schell

Mouth of Shawne debated by Shawnee resident

John D. Trott of Shawnee disputes Press fears that the mouth of Shawnee would shift south of the new bridge. He argues it unlikely unless water would flow along the West towpath side. Observation from the towpath suggests a channel south and east of the bridge area, but Trott says Shawnee cannot pass there.

John D. Trott Shawnee Trott Attica Press

Indiana Tractions Growth of Interurban Lines

The Tradesman piece by N. N. Wilson traces Indiana interurban expansion from the Marion to Summitville line that gave the term interurban. It notes that ten years ago the first electric car ran in Indiana, with Ohio starting in the same month. Indiana has 1650 miles in operation, Ohio 2240, and 2200 miles under construction in both states, with more gaps planned between Crawfordsville and Danville and Fort Wayne and Bryan. When completed, travelers could ride sleeping cars from St Louis through Indianapolis to Buffalo and Pittsburgh in the near future.

Indiana Marion Summitville N. Wilson Ohio States Crawfordsville Danville Ill Ft. Wayne Ind Bryan St. Louis Indianapolis Louisville Cincinnati Dayton Toledo Detroit Cleveland Hiie Buffalo N. Y Pittsburg

Lafayette lay member Horace Goodwine noted

Horace Goodwine of Lafayette attended the recent Presbytery session as a lay member. He is a brother of Senator Goodwine and formerly resided in Warren county, described as a most excellent gentleman.

Horace Goodwine Lafayette Horace Senator Goodwine Warren County

Peter Pan Club Hosts Peasant Evening in Cardiff Mall

The Peter Pan Club of Cardiff held a social evening for fifteen married ladies and their guests at Cardiff's hall. The venue was festooned with pink and green ribbons, palms and carnations. Dancing, cards, and a luncheon at 10:30 followed a grand march with Youngblood's Orchestra.

Peter Pen Cardiff Youngblood

Citizens Meeting for Decoration Exercises

The G A R requests a citizens meeting on Thursday evening April 25 at W E Livengood's office to arrange Decoration exercises. Rev J H Palmer has been chosen to preach the memorial sermon.

W. E. Livengood J. H. Palmer

Warren County Assessor Visits and Renews Acquaintances

Charles Watkins Clark Dennis and N R Reiff of Warren county were among pleasant callers Friday afternoon. Watkins is the county assessor and was meeting the new assessor and greeting old friends.

Charles Watkins Clark Dennis N. R. Reiff Warren County Mr. Watkins

Pleasant Sandasal club luncheon hosted by Mrs Frank Smith

The Sandasal club enjoyed a pleasant afternoon entertained by Mrs Frank Smith of North 4th street. An elegant luncheon was served and guests included Mrs Frank Board and Miss Maggie Slattery.

Frank Smith North 4Th Street

New Township Road Petitions Filed by Jackson and Mill Creek Citizens

Jackson and Mill Creek township residents file petitions for several new roads as tax limits are reached in both townships. The article notes that improvement is widespread and some road work must wait a reasonable time.

Jackson and Mill Creek Township

Sufferer Lucy Sell Recovers Slowly From Rheumatism

Miss Lucy Sell has endured months of rheumatism and now can ride out yet remains weak and nearly helpless. Brother Fred also recovered from a severe attack and is improving. The family has wide sympathy for their illness and attrition.

Lucy Sell Fred Serge

Mrs. Spence Surprised by Neighbors on 45th Birthday

Mrs. D. V. Spence was surprised by neighbors last Wednesday evening as they gathered at her home to celebrate her 45th birthday with refreshments and a pleasant evening.

D. V. Spence Spence

Pythian Sisters Convened in Williamsport April 17

Messdames Frank Allen Lee Harter Will Coleman and Mort Steely attended a Pythian Sisters convention in Williamsport on April 17 Mrs Steely presided at the bar during the event Grand Chief Mrs Laura A Sin cair of Waterloo Indiana returned home with Mrs Steely Tours day All Pythian Sisters are invited to call and see her Mrs Harter serves as delegate for Jodge New Rugs at J Loebs Stores

Frank Allen Lee Harter Will Coleman Mort Steely Pythian Sisters Williamsport Steely Laura A. Sincair Waterloo Ind Pythian Harter Jodge

Earthquake Devastation Expands Across Mexican Regions

News from the strongest tremor in decades reports Tixtla and Ayutla areas wiped out, Chilpancingo messengers say. Mexico City escapes major loss with minor structural damage while Guererro bears the heaviest impact. shock extended 400 to 600 miles across the country, affecting about 24 000 square miles.

City Mexico Chilpancingo Chilapa Tixtla Ayutla Mesa San Luis Potosi San Juan Bautista Tabasco Guerrero

Delegates Named for U S Peace Conference at The Hague

The state department announced the U S delegation to The Hague peace conference. Members include Joseph H. Choate Horace Porter A M Rose David J Hill George B Davis Rear Admiral Sperry William S Buchanan Chandier Hale James Brown ScottCharles Henry Butler. Delegates sail from New York for The Hague around May 15.

Washington United States State Department Joseph H. Choate England Horace Poyter France A. M. Rose Arkansas American Bar Association David J. Hill Netherlands George B. Davis United States Army The Military Academy Charles S. Sperry United States Navy Naval War College William S. Buchanan Argentine Republic Panama Chandier Hale Maine Vienna James Brown Scott Department of State Charles Henry Butler Supreme Court of the United States New York Hague

Presbyterian merger plan eyed by general assembly

A proposed consolidation of Lane Theological Seminary, McCormick Theological Seminary, and Western Theological Seminary in Pittsburg aims to unify Presbyterian properties valued in the millions. The three schools graduate about fifty new ministers yearly and their merger will be discussed when the assembly meets in Columbus May 16.

Cincinnati Presbyterian Properties General Assembly Presbyterian Church of the United States Sesson Columbus Lane Theological Seminary Great McCormick Theological Seminary Chicago Western Theological Seminary Pittsburg

Reviving the Neely Case in Cuban Postal Funds

New York April 15 Charles F W Neely once jailed for a theft of 13 424 Cuban postal funds evaded prosecution via the Cuban Spanish American amnesty treaty. The United States aims to sue again to recover the stolen money for Cuba after losing the first suit.

Neely New York Charles F. W. Neely United States

Budget Committee Cuts 11.5 Million From Schedule

St. Petersburg April 17 report that the lower house budget committee is advancing on the financial schedule. It has already made provisional reductions totaling 11,500,000 dollars.

St. Petersburg

Also Mentioned on This Page

Livengood Buchanan E. Guy Sutton Benton Warren Tippecanoe Carrol White Parke Montgomery Boone Putnam Vermillion Fountain Orton Toe Gan Club Reed Lewman Standard Oil Company of Indiana Pany Honduras Methodist Church Services Shawne Indiana Tractions Peter Pan Club Cardiff Mall Citizens Meeting J. Loeb's America Presbyterian
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