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Newspaper
Covington Republican
Location
Covington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 15, 1912
Page
4
Reminder that items must be submitted early as Wednesdays and Thursdays are busy and press runs on Thursday afternoon. Delayed submissions risk missing print, so send news promptly to ensure inclusion.
Ava Frances Cunningham, 14, died at her home south of Wallace after a period of rapid weight gain. Her father Jasper Cunningham was noted as a very large man at his death, weighing 425 pounds. The mother is living and also described as large, with an uncle of normal size. During the illness the girl gained one pound per day.
William W. Slusser aged 10 enters town with a woman aged 53 and a plan to share his property among three children then obtain a marriage license to wed Mary Widner. This is Slusser's second marriage bid and Widner's fourth with two widows and a divorce.
Take Your Buggies to J. T. Prather the Old Reliable Carriage Maker for neat work by experienced craftsmen. I will reset 4 buggy tires for 1.50. 4 new steel tires 1.50. rims, spokes, and wheels priced. blacksmithing wood work painting and trimming included. Located 2nd shop west of McMahon's barn Covington Indiana.
Myron York became proprietor of the Paul C. Boord grocery and bakery after closing the deal Wednesday morning. The stock invoice began Wednesday noon and York now runs the business through Fountain Trust Company. Boord will close the store and sell his residence on Washington Street before returning West for health reasons around early October.
A claim is made that this office is the best source to obtain any bill. The statement emphasizes convenience and breadth of offerings for those seeking legislative documents or invoices.
Romine children gathered for a family reunion at Earl and Miss Julia Romine's home in this city on Sunday. Attending were Enoch and family, C. C. Romine and family from Danville, Mrs. Mary Ritchey and son Paul from Chadron Nebraska, and Mrs. Mont Bodine and children from Flora Illinois.
The Rev. Samuel A. Stephan of Plain City Ohio lectured at the local Methodist church on Monday and Tuesday evenings during a visit with his wife at the parsonage. He spoke on the Ober Ammergau Play and Jean Valjean with an engaging oratorical style. attendance was fair but the audience deserved greater turnout.
First Presbyterian Church asks members to attend Bible school Sundays at 10. Pastor travels during vacation with address in Adrian Michigan until August then Yorkville Michigan care of Midland Park D. K. Fox Ph. D. minister.
Lightning struck the Wabash bridge over Bear Creek near Fountain Friday morning burning out the structure. No train service to the city from then until Tuesday morning when repairs were completed, inconveniencing residents and the public.
Robert T. Ballard of Mansfield Pennsylvania describes grippe progressing to kidney and bladder trouble. After using Dr Kilmer Swamp Root for several bottles he resumes work and praises the remedy in a sworn 1912 notarized affidavit.
Letter to Dr Kilmer Co of Binghamton New York promotes Swamp Root with a sample bottle offer and a booklet about kidneys and bladder. It urges Covington Weekly Republican readers to request by mail and notes bottles are sold in drug stores in fifty cent and one dollar sizes.
A reflective description invites the reader to recall the Wabash valley landscape and the native connection to the land. The scene lingers on the river, gravel shores, and the now settled countryside with homes dotting the fields under a golden summer sky before inviting one to remember old home scenes.
Rev S A Richardson was born July 19 1860 at Coal Creek Fountain County Indiana grew to manhood on his father's farm. He married Florence Sarker in 1885 and had seven children two died in infancy. He began preaching in 1893 joining the United Brethren church at Coal Creek and served first at Terhune in 1902. He fell ill January 1 1913 underwent stomach cancer surgery January 10 at Marion Hospital and died July 29 1913 after fifteen months of illness. Funeral services were at the Greentown home and Coal Creek church with Rev J McHargue and R A Smith.
A new time card takes effect on the Wabash line with revised eastbound and westbound times for trains No 84 2 28 3 and 9. Towpath service updates show morning Attica departures and Covington arrivals with afternoon returns. Advertise your wants in the Republican for results.
A son in law reflects on his wife’s parents living with him and his inability to save for their old age. He reveals the old man’s sharp question about financially maintaining his daughter in the life she was accustomed to, admitting bitterness and concern over the situation.
A dialogue shows Henrietta and Mr. Meek ton debating gender roles. He concedes women have stronger persuasion while defending a purchase of silk hats and clothes to please his wife. The exchange highlights domestic dynamics and social expectations.
A juror, identified as Mr. Jones’s wife, is excused after the District Attorney’s inquiry about potential influence on verdict. The judge deems the question foolish and grants the excuse, noting life implications.
In the Alps at the Alpine Resort guests recount a splendid day on the mountain. A playful exchange follows as one speaker praises the others and jokes about age and climbing, with light humor typical of Punch.
A bookstore clerk recommends a gentle title to a wife concerned that exciting reading may harm her husband's heart after he reacts strongly to news about the world's series. The humor hinges on a tame library pick replacing sensational tales.
Mrs Henpeck declares all the world a stage while Mr Henpeck laments that some men think they are stage managers in a playful exchange reflecting theatrical vanity.
A doctor recalls two unusual patients this morning a beekeeper with hives and a grass widow troubled by hay fever. Both cases highlight occupational exposure and seasonal allergies in a compact town clinic report.
A humorous exchange- scene features a newlywed couple debating their omelet. The judge’s quip suggests the fry-up is oddly tough and tied to the egg-coat the dealer supplied. The banter centers on culinary expectations and light courtroom humor.
The hero vows unwavering love to the heroine through darkness and despair. He asserts his affection will endure as a constant despite future trials and marriage implications.
Wilbur Young and wife transfer to W R Massey lot 128 V add Covington for 1000 dollars. John Belles and wife trustees I O O F lodge Wallace convey part lot 18 for 1 dollar. Warren C Bowers and wife transfer to Clement N Neal lot 80 Wms Bros add Hillsboro for 290 dollars. Harry Fishero and wife transfer to Le land J Wallace and wife a half block 218 p p Veedersburg for 1000 dollars.
The Trustee of Wabash Township Fountain County Indiana proposes the next year expenditures and tax levies by the Advisory Board at its annual meeting to be held at the School House of School District No 6.
Trustee Coggins lists proposed expenditures for the year including Township Local Tuition Special School Road Poor and adds taxes: township 18 cents per hundred, local 2 cents, special 65 cents, road 3 cents, additional road 10 cents, poor 5 cents. Total expenditures 274.15 with grand taxable base 2613 600 and 174 polls. August 4, 1913.
The Trustee of Cain Township Fountain County submits the yearly expenditures and tax levies proposed by the Advisory Board for consideration at the annual meeting to be held at the office.
The document lists township expenditures 1826 dollars and taxes 13 cents per hundred, local tuition expenditures 3934 with 28 cents tax, special school tax 5323 with 45 cents tax, road tax 2410 with 20 cents tax, additional road tax 1405 with 10 cents tax, and bond fund 264 with 9 cents tax. Total expenditures 17562 and total tax 125 cents per hundred. Net taxable property 620,000 with mortgage exemption credit 42515. Dated August 2, 1913.
The Trustee of Richland Township Mellott Indiana announces annual meeting to discuss expenditures and tax levies for 1914. Proposals include township and road taxes, local tuition and special school taxes, bond interest, and poor expenditures with a total levy of 120 cents per hundred dollars and total expenditures of 22279.00, based on 1913 figures.
The illustration features white lace frocks with coats sashes and short tunics in col or. A palest saffron silk divided tunic and V shaped plastron accent the bodice. Cream lace over pale saffron messaline on the skirt with white buttoned boots complete the look.
A famous actress showcases a spring blue and white dining room with Delft papered walls, blue linen curtains, a blue and white china motif, and mahogany furniture. The room features old willow patterned plates, blue and white ware, and a blue rug, creating a polished, collectible dining space.
An evening event centered on photographs saw four couples gather with a photographer's theme. Invitations showcased house prints and a clock set at eight, asking guests to bring half a dozen personal prints. Centerpiece featured a camera on a tripod wrapped in smilax and flowers.
The Paris fashion note describes a rose worn near the bust with a satin or silk appended tail forming a lavalliere. The long loop brightens dresses and aims to create elongating lines, a style popularized by jewelers in earrings and pendants.
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