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Newspaper
Covington Republican
Location
Covington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1906
Page
1
Brief notes indicate the story centers on statements allegedly shared with the attorney. The subject, referred to as Mle, admits his wife was not killed by burglars, suggesting a confession or clarification amid ongoing proceedings.
Hoosier Rev Wm E Hinshaw reportedly shifted defense to a burglary theory after neighbors found his wife dead in Belleville. He allegedly claimed to be attacked during a quarrel when a pistol and razor were used, contradicting earlier burglars story. The account, via Indiana attorney sources, suggests a previously unpublished defense narrative.
Ullyses B. Kellogg found guilty in Tippecanoe Circuit Court after seven minutes of deliberation. He faces two to fourteen years in Michigan City penitentiary for Canadian land swindle involving over seven thousand dollars in cash and Alberta land deals. Senator Will R. Wood led the state’s case with witness George W. Michales, a key prosecutor and Kellogg victim.
A local advert urges buyers to check labels for all wool content and proper tailoring. It recounts a man who paid $20 for a suit later found to be mainly cotton and stresses the dealer’s guarantee of all wool, fit, and money back if not satisfied.
The Woodmen of Foster held an installation last Friday night December 7 naming Venerable council H. P. Burghart Worthy Advisor Zack Clem Clerk James Gouty Escort J L Fields Watchman Melvin Clem Sentry Zack Miller Manager A R Jones Banker A J Fields. For a good all wool suit at the correct price go to.
The pastor of the Methodist church announces special services to avoid conflicts with other city meetings. The events begin around February 8th or 10th, 1907, at the church.
From local millinery shops comes a rundown of Knox hats as the season’s top choice for gentlemen. Rich felt fedoras and tailored homburgs lead the lineup with classic lines and modern trims appealing to stylish buyers.
Bible School Sunday 9 30. One hundred seven present last Sabbath. Sabbath preaching 10 40 on The Old Year. Evening service 7 with The New Year. Epworth League Sunday 6 led by Rev Palmer. Bend church preaching Sunday 2 30 in the afternoon.
The Woman's Foreign Missionary Society of the M. E. church will meet at Mrs. W. G. Boyd's home on Thursday afternoon January 3 at 2 p.m. A full attendance is desired.
We thank our neighbors and friends for help and sympathy during illness and after the death of our daughter Edna. May the Father of mercies reward you. Mr. and Mrs. Orin Hutson. Handkerchiefs a large stock, new and handsome, at
O M Coffing purchased one of Ben Reeds famed brood sows or boars in a sale by Spurling Bros here. Ben receives half and Harry Spurling a quarter in No 19 male hog. Coffing was offered another hog from the sale at over one hundred dollars.
Fountain County Treasurer S. Mack Irvin settled with the state treasurer more than a week ago and turned over a handsome sum as the county's contribution to aid state and national affairs. The county was among the first to square away this year and state auditors praised the local authorities.
A local correction states Richland township did build three fourths of a mile of crushed stone road this season and a stone crusher will be in full operation next year. Funds limited crushed fewer loads this season but several hundred loads are planned for the future. Thomas Tiley reports Wabash interests poised for value with the Covington and South Western construction.
Remember the carriers this winter and stamp letters before placing them in rural boxes. Two pennies per letter helps rural carriers who must handle many chilly deliveries daily, a small act with big comfort for the workers.
Bargains on table linens and napkins highlighted as good and cheap offerings at J. Loeb's Store.
The Presbyterian Church will hold regular services Sunday at the church with morning and evening sermons by Rev. Orton, pastor. Sunday school convenes at 10.30 A M. (Remainder unread)
Jim Slim distributed printed cards to every child in town to claim a gift at his shop before Christmas. At three in the morning he set up a large decorated tree as Mrs. Slim prepared five hundred sacks of candy fruit and a toy for each child. The town rang with music and cheer as children received horns bows and arrows dolls or other presents, proving giving brings greater happiness than receiving. Prices almost cut in two on cloaks at J Loeb's Store.
Sunday schools across the city held Christmas exercises at their churches. The M E church tree and Santa gave presents to children under Miss Lulu Schwin with a well run program. Presbyterian church offered a Sunday school treat and program with good attendance. First Christian school arranged a Christmas tree and program leaving attendees highly entertained and happy in giving and receiving.
Elias Gouty of North Vermile county recalls the county’s growth from a wild state after 1888. He notes hail damage last July and a near failure of corn this year, compares prices and crops to 1863 frost and 1864 harvests, and reflects on a long, active life.
The Republican marks the start of column thirty three and reflects on the paper's long history. It asserts the paper serves light and advancement, invites reader cooperation when right and counsel when wrong, and wishes patrons a happy prosperous New Year.
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