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Newspaper
Covington Republican
Location
Covington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 01, 1911
Page
1
The first quarterly conference will be held Saturday evening at the city church. Rev Lazenby the District Superintendent will preach Sunday morning followed by the Sacrament. The public is invited to all services.
The new minister Mr. and Mrs. E. W. Streeter welcomed guests at the parsonage on Tuesday with afternoon and evening hours. Punch was served in the dining room and many people called to greet the Streeters and their family, deeming the event highly enjoyable.
A fine entertainment filled the new school house auditorium Friday evening. The crowded house paid 15 cents admission and enjoyed the grade pupils who performed splendidly. The sole criticism was the program being too long, ending near eleven o clock. All connected were complimented.
Veedersburg News reports Charley Stoup died in Quincy Illinois after cancer treatment. He had suffered for some time and recently sought a cancer specialist before passing away. The remains will be brought home Saturday.
New and modern office apartments have been fitted in the McGeorge block at the southeast corner square. Two glass partitioned rooms open from the east room with a light airy feel, a new rugged floor and Mission wood trim. The two rooms are heated by a small steam plant connected to a large stove in the adjoining room. The setup showcases Tom's enterprise.
The passage defends David Elwell amid rumors about his health and private life in Wabash township. It argues Elwell is sane and in poor luck, requests friends not notoriety, and notes reverses can affect any man with differing reactions from people.
A watch charm has been found and should be claimed by its owner. The finder, Marx Herzog, asks that it be left at The Loader for pickup.
The M. E. church ladies host a chicken supper on Wednesday evening December 6 starting at 8:30. An apron booth will sell Misses and ladies aprons. Also noting J. Loeb's Stores offers useful holiday gifts and the Republican office provides job work.
County Clerk Leroy Sanders reports new licenses since the last list. Clarance McCauley age 23 and Lena M. Clement age 2y. Ross Hewitt age 25 and Minnie Bruce age 20. Edgar E. Eohlin age 21 and Hattie B. Kelier age 22.
The celebrated Wright divorce case, initially set for trial in this term, has been transferred on venue to Warren County circuit court. The petition by the defendants cites prejudice in this county. The case had promised to be sensational.
The docket lists several cases including Ratcliff vs Lindley for partition with O S Douglass as attorney for plaintiff, Reichard vs Hank ins et al for debt with W E Livengood for plaintiff, Campbell vs Diehl for debt with C K Milford for plaintiff, Foster vs Crane for debt with C K Milford for plaintiff, and Smith et al vs Bever et al for partition with A T Livengood for plaintiff.
A plan by the Tri Kappa Girls aims to bring Christmas cheer to poor families in the city. Residents are urged to inventory attics and donate toys or usable items, with donations distributed judiciously.
Unloading sale offering plush, cloaks, overcoats, underwear, shoes, rubbers, blankets, hosiery, dress goods, furs, millinery, hats, caps, notions and fancy goods. Green Stamps with each purchase.
William Layton, age 18, pled guilty to stealing Willis Carter's chickens near Attica and was sentenced by Judge Schoonover to a term of service in the Jeffersonville reformatory. Layton, who had prior appearances before two judges, was ordered taken to the reformatory that day. See The Leader's new ad about clothing.
The Lewsader and Clem dry goods and nation firm promotes a week long reduction sale starting tomorrow. The ad urges every economic housewife to read carefully and take advantage of the low prices listed in this issue.
Williamsport returns to alcohol after a county township election. Three precincts recorded overall a margin of 11 votes in favor of reopening saloons, amid prior wet and dry contrasts mirrored in Covington and Attica.
Beacon Falls shop announces a new winter stock including soft fur hats fur caps fur gloves and mitts kidderdown slippers silk and wool mufflers wool hosiery and underwear silk neckwear reefers warm rubbers mens and young mens all wool suits and overcoats woollined shoes now ready at South Side Square.
Clinton police raided a blind tiger at Seventh and Oak streets Sunday morning finding two improvised bars one in the basement and one on the third floor. About a dozen patrons at each bar were taken to jail with the house occupants held as witnesses. Mayor Scott ill. Attorney Frank R. Miller appointed to try the cases. Defendants pled guilty and were fined fifty dollars and costs plus thirty days in jail.
Veedersburg reports two weddings this week. Miss Cleo Sherer wife of J J Harring married on October fifteenth last in Marselies Michigan. H H Roberts wed Minnie Johnson at U B parsonage with Rev J Tuggle officiating. groom a prominent jeweler.
Mr and Mrs James Meharry hosted a family reunion on Thanksgiving with a fine turkey and all the trim mings. Attending were O D Redden and family George Lape and family Paul Finnan and daughter. Also a plug for soft coal from E W Richson.
Fred Ricketts working at the Bodine elevator in Foster was stricken with heart trouble Thursday morning in the cab room. He was found and moved to his home where medical aid was summoned. Afternoon reports said he was better and hoped for recovery.
The G A R Post assisted by the W R C will host an old fashioned bean supper in the hall on Saturday evening December 9 beginning at 5 pm. This extra event is separate from the February post supper and is expected to be well worth the price with all invited to attend.
Western College of Oxford University starts a fundraising drive to raise 1500. The General Education Board offers 50 pounds on the condition the goal is met by November 30, 1912. Students plan a vigorous letter writing push and show enthusiasm across classes to optimize returns.
The Supreme Ruler of the universe claims Celia M Albea. Wabash Camp No 6070 R N A records condolences to the bereaved family and dedicates 30 days of mourning by draping their charter. Committee members Trixey B Harden Dora E Harden Lindsay H Ellis publish in Covington Friend and Republican.
Mary Robinson died at her daughter Mrs. Mary McKinzie's home on Wednesday Nov. 21, 1911. Widow of Nathaniel Robinson of Fountain, she was 84, mother of eight with four predeceased. Surviving children: B. F. Robinson Fountain, Mary Mckinzie West Lebanon, Sarah Foreman Carbondale, Jane Garnett Lafayette. Funeral at Fountain Thursday 11 a.m. conducted by Wm. Glover.
Layton and Bilsland advertise a winter potato pricing offer inviting customers to request a quote for bulk purchases. The notice emphasizes competitive rates and delivery options.
From now until January 1 1912 every piano sold includes one term of lessons with Covington's best teacher. Prices remain unchanged and all items are marked in plain figures. The store stocks Beautiful Star Reliable Richmond Old Time Trouser and Remington Pianos plus Player Pianos with easy terms.
Dr. Fox reports receiving a letter from Rev. Dougherty now in South Bend. He praises the new parsonage, notes the church seats about 500, Sunday school enrollment near 400, and a 300 member congregation with 25 to 500 in the evening. He mentions Epworth League over 100 and Brotherhood about the same, and compliments the family’s South Bend move.
An upcoming mock breach of promise trial under the Presbyterian Brotherhood will mimic real court procedure Friday in the court room. Judge W. E. Livengood will preside with plaintiff Miss Laverne Glascock and defendant Gen. W. B. Gray, joined by Col. A. V. Newton and Hon. O. B. Ratcliff amid a full lineup of court officers and witnesses.
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