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Newspaper

Covington Republican

Location

Covington, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Aug 22, 1913

Page

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Breaks Jail Three Prisoners Escape From County Jail

Sheriff Van Martin faced a jail break as three inmates escaped through the main office door by sawing bars and making a hole to crawl through. Four prisoners attempted the escape. one refused to go. Parrall, Phillips, and Wright fled and are at large, while Avinue Harperci Veedersburg stayed behind claiming sleep and later told Miss Martin.

van Martin John Parrall Lafayette Earnhart Attica James Phillips Hoppeton Lewis Wright Veedersburg Yeddo Avinue Iarperci Veedersburg Canada

Methodist Church Notes Theme for Sunday Service

The pastor's theme at the M. E. church next Sunday morning will be The Light that Enlight ens. Sunday school meets at 9 30. One service in the evening at 7 30. All are welcome to attend these meetings.

M. BE

Community Meeting Set To Clean Cooper Cemetery

In Wabash township a meeting will be held at 1 pm Friday August 29 to clean Cooper cemetery. All interested residents are urged to attend and help with the cleanup efforts.

Cooper Cemetery Wabash Township Lp. m

Indiana Dominates Two State Encampment Parade

The Encampment at Danville drew large crowds this week headed by Tuesday’s grand parade. Indiana shone in the procession, carrying off honors as Lincoln Park transformed into a city of white tents with bands and to thousands of finely presented uniforms. The Two State Encampment was a grand success and inspiring to all who worked for it.

Danville Indiana Lincoln Park

Covington Beats Attica 1 to 0 in Home Classic

Covington defeated Attica 1 to 0 on Covington home grounds in a pitching duel as Attica managed only three hits to Covington's seven. Attica roars at the umpire were noted while Covington eyes Newport on August 31 at the fair grounds. Manager Walker touts Covington as the best team, a claim his word often carries.

Covington and Attica Covington Newport Fair Grounds Newporters Walker

Fountain Teachers Hold Annual Meeting At High School

The Fountain teachers meet at the high school this week with over one hundred enrolled. Prof. W. S. Currell of Kentucky discussed literature using The Merchant of Venice. Miss Mary F. Wilson of Shelbyville spoke on child development. Prof. Lee Driver led Industrial Education and Dr. Henry spoke on the White Plague and its treatment. The session featured visitors and ends with a final adjournment this afternoon.

W. S. Currell Mary F. Wilson Shelbyville Lee Driver Henry

Livestock Exhibit to Highlight Champaign County Fair

Grand Circuit speed program to surpass all previous in the area with 61 entries led by Fisher & Boys of St Joseph. A straight track one eighth mile will host daily horse show with saddle horses and roadsters in the amphitheatre. University of Illinois plans a larger exhibit as the fair expands stalls and tents to house more stock.

Champaign County Fair Quirk Kalamazoo Grand Rapids Detroit Fisher & Boys of St. Joseph University of Illinois

Miss Julia Harrison to Head Millinery Department

The LEADER Inc announces Miss Julia Harrison, previously with us last season, will lead the millinery department this fall and winter. We expect the same courteous service to continue as in prior seasons.

Julia Harrison The Leader, Inc

Death rites for Miss Susie Pursley held at home

Funeral services for Miss Susie Pursley were conducted Friday afternoon at the family home with many neighbors relatives and friends attending to pay last respects.

Susie Pursley

Death of Miss Cecil Grenard at Mayo Clinic

Word reached Hillsboro Friday of the death of Cecil Grenard daughter of Mr and Mrs John E Grenard. She went to Rochester Minnesota with her father for thyroid surgery by the Mayo brothers. She died following the operation. She was a Hillsboro High School graduate of 1910 and had worked in several positions. She leaves a father mother two brothers and two sisters.

Hillsboro Cecil Grenard John E. Grenard Miss Grenard Rochester Minn Mayo Brothers Goitre

Thirty-First Reunion of the 154th Indiana Regiment

The 31st annual reunion of the 154th Regt. Ind. Vol. will be held at Clark Bellis home 42 Col. Ave Indianapolis on September 38 1913. A patriotic program has been arranged and all members are urged to attend.

154Th Regt. Ind Clark Bellis Col. Ave Indianapolis

Mellott Family Reunion Set for August 24

The first Mellott family reunion will be held Sunday August 24 at the home of Clarence Weidner two miles south of Crawfordsville. A good program is planned and a fine dinner will be served. All relatives are urged to be present and an organization effected.

Clarence Weidner Crawfordsville

Newtown Methodist Church to Rebuild After Fire

The Newtown Methodist society will rebuild their church recently destroyed by lightning. The committee and trustees met last week to begin fundraising and start work immediately. The new brick structure will follow a modern pattern on the old site and cost about $10,000.

Newtown Methodist Society

Goff Family Holds Seventh Reunion at Covington Fairgrounds

The Goff reunion drew 126 attendees at Covington fair grounds on Sunday. The well known family enjoyed a grand dinner and a memorable day with one death, one birth, and one marriage since the last gathering.

Goff Covington Fair Grounds

Old Settlers at Yeddo Crowd Despite Heavy Rain

Fred Purnell served as master of ceremonies at the Yeddo Old Settlers meeting, where a large crowd gathered despite yesterday morning’s downpour. Attica Tribune notes the event drew one of the best crowds, while local writers hint the Danville write up may rely on past accounts rather than direct presence.

Fred Purnell Yeddo Old Settlers Danville Purnell Attica Attica Tribune

Keerns Reunion at Douglass Park Danville

A warm Keerns family reunion was held at Douglass Park Danville on Sunday with a bountiful noon dinner. Showers sent guests to the pavilion for supper as many relatives gathered including Stribel Silas Keerns White and Roy Chas, plus Nathaniel Keerns and family, Julia Keerns Perrysville, Glenn Keerns and Charles Williams and others from Vermillion Heights Danville and Perrysville.

Keerns Douglass Park Danville Joseph Stribel Walter Silas Keerns Claude Lola Chas. White Roy Central Park This City Albert Downing

Montgomery County Fair County Pace and Trot Races

Montgomery County fair schedules multiple harness races with purses from 500 to 5000 dollars. Entries close August 29, 1913, with 5 percent of purse reserved for entrance fees. Eligible horses include those owned in Montgomery County, and no horse that has won a heat on an association track or trained 380 days before race may enter. Send entries to Ward McClelland, Crawfordsville, Indiana.

Montgomery County Righ Ward McClelland Crawfordsville Ind

Covington Edges Attica In Late Rally

Attica and Covington fought a tight game on Sunday at Covington. Steadman allowed six hits while Covington pitcher held Attica to six. No runs until the seventh when a Covington runner scored on an umpire’s decision, making the final 1 to 0 in favor of Covington. Attica heads to Hoopeston next Sunday.

Attica Covington Steadman Hoopeston Attica Tribune

Mrs Herbert Campbell Ill In Newtown Community

Mrs Herbert Campbell remains in critical condition after a stroke. Herbert Campbell returned from Chicago with plans to help her recover while keeping absolute quiet. Daughter Mrs L W Trobridge of Brooklyn visited and returned as Mr Campbell went back to Chicago.

Herbert Campbell Chicago Ill Campbell L. W. Trobridge Brooklyn N. Y

Trustees Attend Institute Led by Notable Figures

Trustee John Gooding Henry Lawson Guy Haas Dr Coggins Jos Starkey E S Waggoner and Daly Frazier attended an Institute event, with participants from multiple boards and organizations.

John Gooding Henry Lawson Guy Haas Dr. Coggins Jos. Starkey E.S. Waggoner Daly Frazier Institute

Advertising Creates Confidence In Quality Goods

The passage argues that trust in a manufacturer is an intangible asset called goodwill. Companies spend to earn and retain confidence by delivering honest goods at honest prices. Advertising builds confidence, which in turn is reinforced by product quality.

Kingman to Get Carnegie Library Under Way

The Carnegie Library at Kingman is nearly assured with an $8,000 grant tied to raising $750 for a lot. At a recent meeting all but about $150 was subscribed and a Saturday evening session will finalize the balance.

Carnegie Kingman

Martinsville Commandary bears entertain at encampment stop

The Martinsville Commandary No. 33 passed Monday to their cars en route to the Encampment. They staged a mimic bear dance that drew interest. the bear costume proved hot for the weather but the act was well executed and attracted attention.

Martinsville Commandary No. 33

Newtown to Get Garage in James Rice Building

Elmer Davidson and Charles Hunnings will open a garage in the James Rice building. Carpenters are making changes and expect completion by early next week. The project is welcomed as a much needed addition for Newtown.

Elmer Davidson Charles Hunnings James Rice Newtown Mr. Hunnings Mr. Davidson

Thaw Recaptured After Escape From New York Asylum

Harry Thaw, who escaped Matterman Insane Asylum in New York, was arrested in Canada near the Vermont border Tuesday morning. He will contest extradition to return to the New York asylum.

Harry Thaw Matterman New York Canada Vermont New York Asylum

Dr. Andrus Sells Covington Practice and Home

Dr. Andrus sells his Fifth street residence and goodwill to Dr. Lambright of Medina Ohio who will locate here. Dr. Andrus will move to Garry to practice medicine leaving in about three weeks. Lambright brings several years of medical practice and is highly recommended and Methodist.

Andrus Fifth Street Covington Lambright Madina Ohio Garry

Mrs Davis Returns Home as Malcomb Adamson Travels

Mrs. W A Davis arrived home at week’s end while Malcomb Adamson was in Lafayette on Tuesday.

W. A. Davis Malcomb Adamson Lafayette

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Wright Yedda Martin Methodist Church Notes Grand Circuit Champaign County Milliner News Mellott Family Reunion Keerns Reunion Montgomery County Fair Holland Thaw
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