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Newspaper
Covington Republican
Location
Covington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 21, 1923
Page
1
At a recent meeting the Hillsboro committee decided to hold a community Christmas on Christmas Eve. Plans include a large tree with presents for all children and a Christmas program. Carols will be sung at homes of residents who cannot leave. All are invited to participate.
A meeting of Troy township taxpayers is set for Saturday December 22 at 2 p m in the city court room to act on the proposed consolidation of township schools. City school patrons are urged to attend to influence tax reductions and support the plan.
The body of Mrs. Catharine Riggle of Spencer, who died after a long illness at her home Monday, was brought here Wednesday and buried after funeral services at Grange Hall in Lower Mound cemetery. Rev. R. B. Kern conducted the services. she was about 77 and a sister of C. F. Lowe and Mr. Talbert.
J Frank McDermond Jr editor of the Attica Tribune is named general chairman for Fountain county in the Harding Memorial association. Lindley P Little attorney is listed as a signer or ally in the organization.
The association aims to erect and maintain a suitable memorial for Warren G. Harding and preserve his home with mementoes of his life. A free will offering is being collected nationwide in support of the effort.
Frank Faust Jr and Miss Marea Doudy of Goshen will marry at 4 p m on Christmas Day at the bride's home in Goshen with only immediate relatives present. They will then go to Akron Ohio where the groom has a fine position and they will reside.
A Monday report claimed Dan Reed was near death, but he has improved and is in Indianapolis for a final exam, with doctors reporting good prospects for recovery. Friends are relieved as he remains on the mend in nearby care.
Dr C C Wert appointed to the Fountain county pension examining board succeeding the late Dr McNeil of Veedersburg. The board serves many Danville Home veterans and Wert previously distinguished himself on the War Board.
Charles Colvert died at his brother Will Colvert’s Attica home after months of illness. Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. Monday. He was well known in the county, especially around Attica and Stone Bluff, with many friends and a reputation as a good citizen.
Tag Day receipts for Lake View hospital on Saturday fell far short with too many tag days and crowding the public.
A short notice promoting a picture titled The Village Blacksmith by Lyric to be shown tonight Thursday for general audiences.
Clarence Milligan and Lesley Wilson, both 20s, were arrested in Danville Illinois after stealing four and five turkeys from two owners, selling them to dealers who identified them. Wilson used the alias Carl Coalman. They faced hearings, were jailed without bond, and their prior brass-theft sentence was revoked, sending them to Pendleton reform school.
At the December term Hon. L. P. Little was re appointed County Attorney Dr A L Spinning was named County Health Officer and Sherman Smail became janitor of the courthouse and grounds. The stationery contract went to Woodward Printing Company after a competitive bid with Levy Printing Company as alternates. The board plans a clean up session on December 27.
Mrs. Roger McMahon entertained her club at a Christmas party last Monday at her Danville home. A noon dinner followed by a gift distribution from the Christmas tree. Attendees included Mrs. Henry Lee Mrs. Smith Mrs. Fred Rinkey Mrs. Emerson Murray Mrs. Earl Murray and Delores Mrs. Hill and children of Danville TL and Mrs. Frank Martin and her baby of this city.
The Editor and his wife marked their thirty eighth wedding anniversary last Friday with a day of quiet labor. Mr and Mrs M Board visited in the evening for a pleasant social time until eleven. The editor also turned 64 the next day with no frills.
Miss Myrtle Wills of Kingman and Frank Ransom of Indianapolis were married by Judge Bookwalter in Danville Indiana on December 12. The bride is daughter of Mr and Mrs James Wills of Kingman area and the groom formerly worked at the Indianapolis shops. They will reside at the Weaver farm north of Kingman with many friends wishing them happiness.
Our wish and greeting to readers patrons and friends extends Merry Christmas and a Prosperous New Year. The note expresses hope to forget past bickerings and hates and to focus on kindness and good deeds as true gifts of Christmas and the joy they bring to giver and recipient.
The Eastern Star Chapter held its monthly meeting at the Masonic hall. Officers for the upcoming year were elected including Mrs. C. W. Dice as Worthy Matron and Mr. C. W. Dice as Worthy Patron. Additional officers listed are Miss Helen Peters as Associate Matron and Miss Fionia Bender as Conductress. A called meeting is set for Wednesday evening, December 26, for initiation work.
Members of the Eastern Star Chapter host a party at the Chamber of Commerce building Friday evening December 28. Tables for cards and anaoram games, refreshments and candies for sale, admission 25 cents. Public invited to enjoy an evening with friends. Anna Dunlap W M.
Elizabeth J Phebus daughter of Isaac and Sidney Redenbaugh born Fountain County Indiana November 24 1850 died December 13 1923 aged 73 years 19 days Married to George S Phebus in February 1873 the couple celebrated their golden wedding last February Nine children were born to the union five of whom with the husband have predeceased her four survive Pamely Mrs Nora Wright of India
The obituary notes she lived in Lincoln Nebraska with two half sisters Maggie Mansfield of Lafayette and Sarah Riley of Kingman. She leaves 31 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren and many relatives. A member of the United Brotherhood church since girlhood, she died with faith in her savior. Funeral services conducted by Rev. Johnson were held from her home Saturday at 2 pm, with interment in Mt Hope cemetery.
The children and grandchildren express gratitude to friends and neighbors for help during illness and after the death of Mrs. Elizabeth Phebus. They thank the minister and singers and extend blessings.
Jack DeHaven, longtime Covington resident, celebrated his 87th birthday at his granddaughter Mrs. Walter Weber’s Hoopes ton home. His wife died 36 years ago, he reared two sons Port DeHaven of Detroit and Carl DeHaven of Gary, and daughter Mrs. Laura Smith of Gary. He has 60 years in the Covington Masonic order. Brothers A B De Haven and Arthur DeHaven attended.
Simon Orcut died at his sister’s Davis township home leaving personal property valued at 300 dollars. Mrs. Luella Hoagland and Mrs. Florence Kaler are his sisters and John Orcut a brother named heirs. Mrs. Hoagland appointed administratrix. 26 acres of vigit were set for her care.
Harry Burnside's auto and Charles Phillips' Ford collided on the northwest corner of the square Thursday morning. The Ford sustained minor injuries.
Dr A M Rupert died after a several month illness at his Attica home shortly after noon Monday. He is survived by his wife Elizabeth Rupert and one son Captain Arch Rupert of the United States Army stationed at Camp Mead. Funeral services were held from the home Wednesday.
The Methodist Sunday School will host an evening of entertainment and Christmas festivities at the church on Monday. A tree and a brief program with the usual treat will conclude the event.
The new Methodist church at Veedersburg was completed and dedicated in an all day service. Five years earlier the original church burned, and since then worship has been held in various locations.
The Covington high school team dropped two games last week. Friday at Hillsboro they fell 26 to 48 as Covington mounted fast passing near the basket while Hillsboro hit from the center of the floor. Saturday at home they lost 21 to 26 to Waynetown in a fast, close contest.
The late Julius Loeb of Covington had his safety deposit box opened last week at the First National Bank in the presence of executor Mrs Nancy Loeb and attorneys Lucas Nebeker and J B Martin. W W Layton bank president, County Treasurer H S Starnes and County Assessor Milton Petit were also present. The box was opened to inspect the state tax contents.
The article notes that the value of the deceased’s personal estate exceeds initial estimates, while mentions bonds and gravel road bonds tied to a bank steel and several personal notes. The larger value shifts the estate settlement perspective and implications for heirs.
Funeral services were held for James Songer 63 who died at his brother’s home in Veedersburg Monday. Burial followed at Cold Springs cemetery. He is survived by two sisters Elizabeth VanDeventer and Angeline Shuler and two brothers John Songer of Veedersburg and Allan Songer of Wyoming.
Fire at Wash Sowers residence in northeastern Kingman badly damaged the square house with a central flue. The blaze, discovered after Mr. Sowers left for town, burned through the roof and caused four to five thousand dollars of damage, partly covered by insurance.
Mr and Mrs Alva Meade collide with Layton Holycross near Fred Johnk s place as they turn south toward town. All left sides wrecked but Meades escape injury. Ted Moody of Covington seated with Holycross is thrown through the windshield with a lacerated right hand.
A fine suit will be given away at Hegg & Sons store on Christmas Eve. Patrons are urged to obtain tickets for the drawing.
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