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Newspaper
Covington Republican
Location
Covington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 07, 1923
Page
3
Dialogue between an employer and a young applicant about age suitability. The employer notes a preference for an older boy, while the boy explains he applied two weeks ago and is now presenting himself for the position. The exchange frames early 20th century hiring norms.
A housewife smiles at a basket of clear white clothes and thanks Red Cross Ball Blue in a grocer advertisement.
A concise observation notes that many individuals who speak frankly later attempt to distort the truth. It reflects on the tension between honesty and self-preservation in public discourse.
Federal complaint charges William G. Lambert of Fort Worth used elaborate letters to solicit money by claiming a secret treasure in old Mexico. He promised a 2,500 percent dividend to contributors while pledging to recover $5,000,000 in gold nuggets hidden by Jesse James gang survivors.
In Morristown Ohio Emmet Rowley’s wagon carrying a sorghum molasses barrel collided with a Pittsburgher car on Main street. Molasses splashed over the auto and street leaving victims and spectators covered. rescuers freed themselves as they aided injured occupants and the jammed wagon and car were moved.
Marcel Ruellan, veteran French air service mechanic, died stopping a passenger plane at Port Colden New Jersey. The Farman craft nosedived after landing gear failed, hurling pilot Marcel Mathias and two passengers. Ruellan leaped for the nose, grasped the propeller, and impaired the engine but was killed when blades wrenched free.
Prescott reports Otto Mokahque killed Zookie Eams after a dispute over payment for a squaw. Eams allegedly demanded a horse saddle and shotgun. Mokahque refused to yield the shotgun, leading to the fatal shooting.
Ten giant boars blocked the Monte Carlo express near Marseilles. The group climbed a 300 foot cliff above the tracks and the leader jumped to death, followed by the others. Workmen cleared the line and later held a barbecue.
The Council of Scout Mothers organized at a meeting by Anderson area mothers. Night ticket agent Dewey E. Niester of the Baltimore & Ohio station at Seymour was robbed of 164 dollars and 15 cents.
Forrest Knepper of Milford, president of the Kosciusko county farm bureau, has been appointed a member of the rules committee of the Indiana Farm Bureau federation.
Liberty couple Mr and Mrs John T Deal donated 50000 to DePauw University boosting a 1000000 endowment and 500000 for new buildings. The gift was announced as part of the campaign funding.
As cold weather sets in coal thieves target Portland rail lines. Authorities report many tons of coal rolled off trains as they pass through the city.
Maurice Lux aged thirteen, son of Peter J. Lux the 1922 national corn king, took first place in the Shelbyville division of the Shelby County Boys Acre Corn club contest for yield, cost, exhibit and story at the annual boys corn show held here.
After a sharp lecture by City Judge Herman Sallwasser in Laporte, 60 motorists arraigned for violation of a traffic ordinance were released. Among them were notable business and professional leaders and leading society women of the city.
Stockholders of the North Manchester Milling Company met at Wabash to arrange the future of the company. They stated the mill, destroyed by fire, will be rebuilt and business will continue.
Capt. D. H. Estell, U S Army, formerly supervising instruction for Shelbyville national guard units, has been reassigned as instructor for the National Guard company in Frankfort.
Auto owners face license fees 60 to 140 percent higher. The cheapest motor vehicle license is $5 this year versus $8 in 1924, while the maximum for 1924 will be $30.
In Justice Lay's Laporte court two of three men, Charles Hummul Cassimar Malicke and Stanley Malicke, paid fines after threatening to shoot Warden Harry Walker during an arrest. The Malickes, brothers, pointed shotguns at Walker as he took them into custody.
At the close of the Bulgin revival in Marion on December 9 the large tabernacle built by locals in a day will be sent to Wabash where residents bought it for 2200 dollars. Dr Bulgin will conduct evangelistic services in Wabash after departing Marion.
Central committee outlines a two semester twelve week religious education program to award diplomas. The school operates under the vacation Bible school committee with representatives from every city church.
Judge J N Raab in Mishawaka city court brands public dance halls as unfit for girls and young women. The decision comes as Margaret Weiss accuses John Wood in a teen age assault and battery case. Both teens are involved.
Gas wells drilled near Burney eight miles west of Greensburg yield strong gas flow. Residents switch from wood and coal to gas as prices drop to 50 cents per 1,000 and cut fuel costs about in half. Plans include drilling several new wells and cleaning out existing ones in the area.
Miss Jessie Hanger of Marengo has accepted the principalship of Marengo High School. She previously served at Indiana Central College in Indianapolis as teacher and secretary until November. The position was vacated by Miss Mary Totten of Indianapolis who resigned due to ill health.
Early in December Anderson banks will distribute 268000 dollars in Christmas shavings club payments to members. The plan outlines scheduled payments and eligibility for the payout cycle.
Walter C. Coppage of Crawfordsville was chosen as president at the Indiana Title association annual meeting held in Fort Wayne. The event showcased leadership changes and profession wide updates for title work in the state.
In Hartford City a series of evangelistic meetings are conducted by George Stephens of Winona Lake, pastor of the Methodist Episcopal church, drawing local attendance and religious outreach.
The Bible study class of Franklin High School captured the state YMCA silver trophy awarded last year for the best Bible work among high school classes.
The third annual encampment of the Indiana Veterans of Foreign Wars will be held in Bedford July 10 11 and 12. The Harvey Prow post No. 6783 of Bedford has begun plans for the encampment.
An amended petition in a Federal court in Indianapolis accuses Gov. Warren T. McCray of four additional acts of bankruptcy. The action was brought by three Fort Wayne banks seeking his adjudication as a bankrupt.
Automobile owners in Indiana must provide weight horsepower year of manufacture and body type when applying at Indianapolis for their 1924 license plates. Applicants must also present a certificate of title as in the past.
The annual election at Corydon elected E. G. Tuell as president with Ed Sharp as vice president Alva Wiseman as treasurer and L. B. Wolfe as secretary Tuell will serve as president for 16 years and has been a member of the state board of agriculture.
Mr and Mrs R B Hunt of Hunt Manufacturing Carmel returned from their honeymoon to a pitch in dinner arranged by Mr and Mrs J D Hunt and factory employees. The old school bell rang at noon for the occasion after two years of silence. An electric grill was presented by the employees.
Bayless Triplett a young farmer south of Brazil led a wild pursuit with a corn knife chasing his family and neighbors from their homes and forcing Sheriff Weber and a posse to flee. Officials surrounded him in a cornfield and captured him without resistance.
Judge Switzer appoints Wabash County Loan and Trust as receiver for the L. E. Carter cut-rate store. Bond of 60000 dollars filed. bank assumes control with M. B. Pyle as manager. Petition seeks sale of the store as a going concern with return by December 20. Store to stay open until sold.
The annual report by David E. Matthews chief railroad inspector shows 242 fatalities from grade crossing accidents in the year ended September 30, up 94 from 148 the previous year. The figures reflect Indiana's public service commission findings.
Edward J. Bauer aged 42, a farm worker, was operating a corn shredder in Jacob H. Espenheid’s field on the Sunman pike near Lawrenceburg when a rabbit startled him. He threw corn at the animal, fell against the machine, and a shredder hook slashed his cheek, tearing out his left eye.
Thomas F. Snedegar of Greenwood who owns a Putnam county farm and was arrested last September was found guilty of transporting liquor before Judge James P. Hughes in Circuit court at Greencastle. He received one to five years in the Indiana state prison and a $200 fine plus costs after officers found white mule whisky at his farmhouse during the arrest.
Hutchinson Auto Company of Indianapolis seeks appointment of a receiver for Roberts and Mardis in Shelbyville Circuit Court. A judgment on an account for $252.51 is demanded. The complaint alleges the local business has incurred debts and cannot meet its liabilities.
More than 250 residents from nine townships in Kosciusko county petition Warsaw for a 16 foot concrete road three and a half miles long to connect the Hills and Lakes road from Indianapolis to Lake Wawassee with Syracuse under the county unit law.
The Rookstool road linking the Lincoln highway with Lake Wa wassee has been recently paved and will be open to the public on December 1.
A collection of maxims on virtue friendship and conduct urging repair of friendships, avoiding needless malice, and blending learning with common sense for a wholesome life. It emphasizes practical wisdom over age and the value of useful deeds for the future.
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