New Hanover Inaugurates W A Millis June Ninth
President W A Millis will be inaugurated at Hanover College on Tuesday June 9 following his tenure as Crawfordsville and Covington school superintendent. Commencement occurs Wednesday with Hon James E Watson Rushville Republican nominee for governor delivering the address. The 1908 Hanover graduating class includes seventeen members.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. A. Millis
Crawfordsville
Covington
Hanover College
Hanover
James E. Watson
Rushville
Ben Hur Officials Advise Western Route for Traction Extension
A Crawfordsville Journal report says A A Barnes S R Holt Ed Hawkins of Indianapolis and A E Reynolds C N Vancleave El P Baker Ezra Voris led a Ben Hur officials party to inspect possible western extension routes. They traveled by car through Yountsville Wayne town Hillsboro Veedersburg Attica Newtown, eyeing Danville Ill or Hoopeston Ill and later Chicago, with potential to boost Crawfordsville business and local employment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Crawfordsville Journal
A. A. Barnes
S. R. Holt
Ed Hawkins
Indianapolis
A. E. Reynolds
C. N. Vancleave
el P. Baker
Ezra Voris
Yountsville
Waynetown
Hillsboro
Veedersburg
Attica
Newtown
Crawfordsville
Danville
Ill
Hoopeston
Chicago
Non
St. Louis
Cincinnati
Fountain County
Fire Destroys Tremont Roof In Early Monday Blaze
Fire discovered on the Tremont hotel roof by Jack Franklin of Smith Elevator. Alarm given and bucket brigades responded. Sparks from a burning stove started the fire. the blaze was quickly extinguished with only slight damage to the roof of the ell.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tremont
Jack Franklin
Smith Elevator
Labor Leaders Reassess Watson Record In Indiana
Cyrus E. Gallatin of the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers says he believed Watson hostile to labor but now plans to verify his record in Washington. Gallatin, a Democrat, will campaign to inform members before taking any action, aiming to ensure fair treatment regardless of party.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indianapolis
Cyrus E. Gallatin
Indiana State Legislative Board of the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers
State Library
Watson
Brotherhood of Railway
Democratic Party
Ladies shirt waist suits at J Loeb's stores
Silk and wash goods featured in ladies shirt waist suits at J Loeb's stores offering stylish options for targeted customers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. Loeb’s
Attorney Voliva Opens Court in Newtown
Atty R N Voliva of Newtown visited the city Monday for the opening of court. He maintains an extensive practice across his end of the county.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atty. R. N. Voliva
Newtown
Cyrus Campbell Dies at About Sixty in Cain Township
Cyrus Campbell of Cain Township aged about sixty died at his home two miles west of Hillsboro Sunday evening after a short illness from pneumonia. Funeral services were held Tuesday at 2 p.m. from the residence with interment at Rockfield Cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cyrus Campbell
Cain Township
Hillsboro
Rockfield Cemetery
Shot Through a Finger in Shawnee Township Incident
Samuel Smith an 18 year old son of Daniel Smith living near the Reed place Shawnee township shot himself in the right index finger while trying to clear a dirty 22 rifle Tuesday forenoon. The ball passed through the finger breaking the nail center. He came to the city with his mother and was treated by Dr Buckner. He has no idea how the gun discharged.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Samuel Smith
Daniel Smith
Reed Place
Shawnee Township
Buckner
Life of Warren County Citizen Henry Houpt Ends Suddenly
Henry Houpt a well known Warren county resident living six miles north of town died near noon Monday in a hay rig accident. Returning from West Lebanon he fell from the wagon striking head and shoulders likely breaking his neck. He was about fifty and highly respected by many.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Houpt
Warren County
West Lebanon
Covington Contestant Tops State Child Life Series
The Indianapolis Daily Star features Master Glen, four, son of Recorder Guy F. Spining and spouse, as Covington’s entry in the Child Life contest. The paper notes his photograph has drawn much attention and praise among state pictures of boys and girls.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Covington
Indianapolis Daily Stars
Glen
Guy F. Spining
Methodist Church April 26, 1908 Schedule and notices
Sunday School 10 am preaching 11 am Epworth League 6 30 pm preaching 7 30 pm Prayer meeting Thursdays 7 30 Official Board meets first Monday monthly Ladies Aid Society meets third Thursday W F M S meets first Thursday Bend church Ladies Aid second Frank K Dougherty pastor Also ladies tailor made suits at J Loeb stores
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ladies Aid Society
Ladies Aid Society of the Bend
Frank K. Dougherty
First Presbyterian Church Service Plans by H K Fox
H K Fox Ph D minister will preach at 11 AM on Certainty in Belief and at 7 PM on the Charm of Christian Character Bible School is at 10 AM Morning worship 11 AM Evening 7 PM Mid week service Thursday 7 30 PM All welcome Hosiery available at Spence Smith and Spence
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. K. Fox
Bible School
New Peanut and Popcorn Roaster Shipped to Gordon Ost
Gordon Ost received a new peanut and popcorn roaster from a Chicago manufacturer. He will dispense fresh roasted edibles from his store using the latest pattern.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gordon Ost
Chicago
Easter Observances Mark Covington Churches
Easter was properly observed in Covington with morn ing and evening services at protestant churches and tasteful floral decor. At the M E church the Third Quarterly Conference occurred with presiding Elder McKinsie delivering a strong sermon. Catholic services followed their custom with Lenton preparations observed leading to Easter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Covington
M.E
Third Quarterly Conference
McKinsie
Covington Letter Responds To Prohibition Card
Covington Indiana April 21 08 Mr Editor In answer to the absurd proposition in the pen on a card distributed around the city this morning which is inconsistent with reason and the dictates of common sense I will say that we will do just like the man did 40 years ago when he was manufacturing immense quantities of steel hoops for the ladies to wear and suddenly the fashion changed and he went into some other kind of business And so it is in Covington The fashion of running a saloon is being rapidly changed and then we are going into some other kind of business Respectfully GEORGE ROWLAND.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Covington
Ind
Epitor
George Rowland
Township schools close. no commencement exercises this year
Most township schools have closed with no township commencement. A certificate of entrance will be given for admission to area high schools. High school commencements occupy attention as communities plan final exercises. J Loeb’s offers a large stock of ready-made ladies skirts in black and colors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. Loeb’s
Atores
Assured Minstrel Show Promises Great Fun and Value
Advance seat sales for the K of P Minstrel are strong with management guaranteeing value. Practice work is satisfactory and unique stunts are being prepared for the American public. Seats are sold at VanDorn's drug store and demand suggests standing room will be tight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
K. of P
VanDorn’s
Dr Rowland 638 Birthday Celebration and Veterans Meeting
Dr J W Rowland marked his sixty eighth birthday on Easter Sunday, the first Easter that fell on his birthday since 1848. Friends sent letters and gifts, and a dinner hosted by several guests followed. A G A R members plan a Decoration day meeting April 29 1908 at 7 30 p m to prepare services. Covington citizens urged to attend. Van Dorn s Drug Store promotes wallpaper for home beautification.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. W. Rowland
Esterday
Eister
Berg
Frank Jones
E.huebeker
Mark Rogers
Homer Sewell
Herbert Rinn
Miranda Luke
Covington
Perryville Couple Wed by Justice Payton
William Donaldson of Perrysville and Ardric M Lindley of Coal Creek Idana married on Wednesday by Justice Payton. The groom, a railroad fireman with Chicago and Eastern Illinois, is twenty five. the bride is twenty. They will reside in Perrysville. Spence Smith Spence advertise Muslin Underwear at low prices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Donaldson
Perrysville
Ardric M. Lindley
Coal Creek
Idana
Justice Payton
Chicago & Eastern Illinois
Fire on Dr Spinning’s Roof Extinguished Quickly
A six o clock Thursday morning fire on the roof of Dr Spinning’s kitchen started from a spark on the shingle roof. The alarm went out but the blaze was snuffed by a water splash before the hose company arrived, causing little or no damage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Spinning
All the latest and most stylish shade Suesine Sill
A fashion brief highlights Suesine Sill’s newest shade line blending modern tones with classic silhouettes in a bold seasonal push. The collection centers on versatile hues designed for urban wardrobes and chic evening events.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Spence, Smith & Spence
A Successful Easter Ball By Covington Company No.25 U R E P
The Covington Com pany No 25 U R E P staged a successful Easter week ball at Castle Hall on Tuesday night with strong attendance. Music by Ed Brandkamp of Crawfordsville and Leslie Spence drew praise and out of town guests included Irma Layton Rossville Ross Kinningham Danville Ruby Glover Lelia St Clair Isa Stambaugh Vera Reed Paul Wallace Henry Coats Chas Cronk Veedersburg. Spence Smith Spence notes appreciation for support and attendance. White Shirt Waists advertised 98c to 2 98.
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Covington Company
No. 25
Castle Hall
Ed Brandkamp
Crawfordsville
Leslie Spence
Home Sweet Home
Irma Layton
Rossville
Ross Kinningham
Danville
Ruby Glover
Lelia St. Clair
Isa Stambaugh
Vera Reed
Paul Wallace
Henry Coats
Chas
Cronk
Veedersburg
Dr. J K Zinn Dies After Illness At Covington
Dr J K Zinn died at 3 am yesterday after ap pendicitis led to a partial operation and relapse. He moved to Covington in 1892 to practice medicine and was highly regarded. Funeral services set for 10 am Friday at the family residence on Third Street, Rev Dougherty officiating, with interment in Galenburg Michigan. The family and community extend their sympathy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Covington
Paneral
Third Street
Dougherty
Galenburg
Michigan
Wabash
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Labor
Methodist Church
First Presbyterian Church
Fletcher W. Boyd
Dr. Rowland
van Dorn
Lindley-Donaldson
Spence Smith & Spence
Dr. Zinn
O Spence, Smith & Spenes
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