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Newspaper
Covington Republican
Location
Covington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 29, 1911
Page
6
Daily life notes reveal Sam DeHaven, John Wheatley, Elizabeth McComas, Henry Bender, Frank Bilsland and many others home for the holidays. References to horse and mule sales at McMahon’s and J Loeb’s Stores showcase local commerce during Christmas season.
Roads are reported very bad from the open weather and heavy rainfall this time of year. Mr and Mrs Dan Clem and daughter from Indianapolis spent Christmas here with Mrs Mary R Dunlap and family.
Community notices report purchases of fine bleached table linen and matching napkins at J Loeb’s stores. Local residents Lew Nebeker and Dorotha holidaying with Dr. C M Kennedy in Camden returned Tuesday. Mrs Lulu Baught employed for a dinner, and a Tri Kappa charity ball at the Armory had strong ticket sales and net profits for charity. Seventy five horses and forty cattle slated for sale at McMahon’s stock sale on Wednesday January 3. a Montana Washington Farm and Exhibit Car will visit the Wabash depot next week with exhibits and lectures.
The DePauw Glee Club performed at the school building on Tuesday. Ames Smith of Shawnee is reported ill from blood poison linked to a recent injury. Ross Smail of New Castle visited relatives here over the weekend.
The Democrats selected their delegates to district meetings Wednesday afternoon. The district meetings are held today. Also notes a big sale at McMahon's with horse purchases and a January 3 date. Oysters in bulk offered by Merryman Bros. meat market. Cortie Starns, a Jackson township teacher, was seen renewing acquaintances in Parke county on Christmas day.
A Lebanon family, the Laytons, toured the Clyde Layton shop over Christmas. Clyde Layton offers umbrellas priced from one to five dollars. The Layton family welcomed a new girl and boy since last Christmas during a family dinner hosted by Mr and Mrs Will Layton.
The note asserts that the trading stamps carry the Government stamp on their face and compares them to genuine goods sold by J. Loeb's Stores.
Coal dealer Henry Peters advertises a ready supply of lump coal suitable for winter use. He emphasizes coal free from slate and non clinking characteristics and invites trial orders, with special attention to farmers along with city trade. Phone Ifn.
Prof George Thompson and his wife visit Crawfordsville with home friends for holidays. Mrs Thompson is an expert rifle shot and often surpasses her husband in game. Mr Thompson serves as Superintendent of the colored department in Crawfordsville city schools and is a Covington boy. Mrs Ed Daller trades in real estate. Covington R D7.
Friday through Sunday notes report Miss Trixy Harden visiting Danville Calvin Shelton’s brief visit with relatives in Danville Wm Ireland and family spending holidays in Attica P J McMahon sales barns announced January 3d Postal Savings Banks planned at Veedersburg Wingate Fred Hedges Christmas at home Joan Bilsland illness update Hides market price at Merryman’s Meat Market Mrs S T Brown and daughter Margaret traveling to Washington D C Mont Casey visiting Danville area The Seward Walker child scalded by hot soup at dinner
Local ad notes a big sale at McMahon's with reminders to remember the date. Parishioners at St. Joseph Church continue Christmas services. Several locals visit family, including William and Mary Brant from Hillsboro with grandmother Mrs. Mary Gardner. Lost bag near Chap Graham's. Mrs. Jas. P Price asked to return it for a reward. Christmas Day quiet with many closing shops after 11.00.
A second hand hard coal base burner is offered for sale with cheap price and trade options at this office. The DePauw University Glee Club will perform at the High School auditorium on January 2 in its 30th annual tour, under the Senior Class. Tickets cost 25 cents and are sold at three drug stores.
A compilation of lines from Shakespeare and other plays offering resolutions and reflections for the new year. Phrases urge patience, courage, justice, peace, and steadfastness, invoking kings, heroes, and the stage to frame virtuous aims for the coming year.
Mr T J Coulter of LaFayette Indiana reports Foley Kidney Pills cured his kidney and bladder issues after a period of back pain burning sensations and dizziness. He says after a few weeks of treatment symptoms were dispelled and he now recommends the product widely for sale by all druggists.
Notice restricts hunting and trespassing on all farms. Public is advised that no hunting will be allowed on these properties.
He asks Miss Millie what he has long desired to know and wonders if cousin Erma has enough money to marry on. The exchange centers on readiness for a match and financial means.
A Washington County Kansas farmer recently visiting Kansas City spotted a car labeled To the barn and simply took it, with no lonesome incident reported.
A respondent questions grounds for suing the manager who reassigned a part to another company member and damaged his character, arguing over the fairness and legality of the decision.
A sharp exchange hints at social pressure over appearance as remarks target Mabel's complexion and past fashions. Undisclosed observer questions if earlier styles suited her, revealing tensions in a close-knit circle. The dialogue suggests gossip-driven social scrutiny rather than explicit events.
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