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Covington Republican

Location

Covington, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Feb 09, 1912

Page

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Clover Leaf Bridge Disaster Over Wabash River

A Clover Leaf bridge over the Wabash at Silverwood near Cayuga collapsed late Saturday night. Eighteen freight cars and contents plunged into the river. the engine and caboose plus one car survived. No lives were lost. Engineers cite weakened span from cold weather. Wreckage set fire after removal of salvageable freight. damage about $30,000 with detours in place.

Wabash River Silverwood Cayuga Bridge Gang Clover Leaf Railroad Clover Laaf Big Four Veedersburg

Place to Trade Offers Deep Reductions in Clothing

In this sale notice the store touts half price on ladies misses and children's cloaks and discounts on mens and young mens suits. Prices on blankets underwear and coats are cut with green stamps offered on purchases. Sale ends Saturday night.

First La Grippe Then Bronchitis Cures McCreary Woman

Mrs. W S Baily of McCreary Kentucky suffered a severe la grippe that turned to bronchitis and caused sleepless nights. A bottle of Poley’s Honey and Tar Compound gave relief and she was permanently cured. For sale by all druggists. The Republican office for job work.

W.S Baily McCreary Poley

Candidate for Recorder Logan Etire Visits Warren County

Logan Etnire of Washing ton township Warren county visited the lower end of the county on primary campaign duties for the Saturday February 17th election. He is described as a qualified Republican candidate who has run before and has campaigned despite losing a leg in a childhood horse power accident.

Logan E. Etire Washington Township Warren County Etnire Etoire

Jurors Chosen for February Court Term

Jurors have been selected to serve during the February term. The grand jury will not be called unless trouble arises.

Grand Jury and Petit Jury Members Listed by Counties

The document lists Grand Jury members James W. Crane VanBuren Freeman Dice VanBuren Chas Loeb Logan Wm Hess Wabash Co CG Dunkle VanBuren John S Gray Jackson. It also lists Petit Jury members Stephen B. Allen Fulton Geo F Sines Millcreek Geo W Helms Shawnee Stewart Carwile Wabash John Dewlen Troy James M Archer Richland Stephen A Moore Rich and James L Allen Troy Oliver Bantz Troy Marion Abolt Richland Marion Cooper Cain Monroe Haas Rihland.

James W. Crane VanBuren Freeman Dice Chas. Loeb Logan Wm. M. Hess Wabash. Co Dunkle John S. Gray Jackson Stephen B. Allen Fulton Geo. F. Sines Millcreek Geo. W. Helms Shawnee Stewart Carwile Wabash John Dewlen Troy James M. Archer Richland Stephen A. Moore Rich James L. Allen Oliver Bantz Marion Abolt Marion Cooper Cain Monroe Haas Rihland

Prize State Lemon Tree At Philpotts Home

At E. M. Philpott’s home two miles west of Wallace a four year old lemon tree in a wooden bucket bears large fruit. In December and January five lemons ripened, one at 18 ounces and 11 inches in circumference, others around a pound. Mrs. Philpott used one for lemonade on January 28 and praised the fruit. The owners celebrate Hoosier excellence and invite laughs at the upcoming High School play.

E. M. Philpott Wallace Philpott

Veteran banker Sampson Reed marks 86th birthday in city

Uncle Sampson Reed born February 6 1826 in Kentucky and long time Fountain County banker is confined to his home due tofeebleness. The obituary notes his rise from humble origins to wealth, his role in local development and the loyal friendships he formed.

Sampson Reed Kentucky Reed Fountain County

Commissioners Publish 1911 County Annual Statement

The Attica administration papers print an itemized 1911 county business report also listing delinquent tax figures. The document details salaries, offices, sheriff, surveyor, health, judges, and numerous county funds and disbursements totaling 85,800 99 in revenue with 40,653 1S receipts and a balance.

Wagoner and Copeland Attica Rahartis Lene Rine County Board of Review Tech Delige Tombe County Board of Trumney Farmers’ Institute Etbatyasripsie Tps ASV Hind Wa

A Warning Against Wet Feet Centers on Cough Remedies

The notice warns that wet feet and cold exposure can lead to throat lung infections and urges care for children. It promotes Foley's Honey and Tar Compound as a soothing cough remedy and notes it is available from druggists.

Foley All Drugeista

Public Sale of Horses and Cattle in Covington

P. J. McMahon to sell 100 head of choice horses and mules and 40 head of fine steers for feeding at his Covington barn on February 12, 1912. Promises good teams and drivers. see large bills for details.

P. J. McMahon Covington

Fountain County Teachers Meet Marks 29th Annual Session

The Common and High School teachers of Fountain County convene for their twenty ninth annual session today and tomorrow in the new High School auditorium. An interesting program features music by the C H S Glee Club and talks by Rev E W Strecker and Supt Tra Crash. The public is invited to attend all events.

Tra Rosary C. H. S. Glee Club Jonathan Rison

Education and music events with 1917 officers listed

Friday and Saturday cultural programs feature choirs and lectures led by Prof. W. W. Black and Pres. Jonathan Rigdon. Highlights include a Matinee Musicale, The Creative Impulse in Education, and The Spirit and Educational Significance of Manual and Industrial Training. Offiers for 1917 announced. Layton & Bilstand settlement requested.

Jonathan Rigds W. W. Black Prof Wow. Black

To Mothers in This Town Children Relief from Mother Gray

Delicate feverish and cross children find immediate relief with Mother Gray's sweet powders. They cleanse the stomach act on the liver and aid complaining children. A pleasant worm remedy. Sold by all druggists 25 cents Sample free Address A S Olmstead LeRoy NY

A.S. Olmated LeRoy, N, Y

Covington High School to Stage The Etonement of Bileo

Covington High School presents The Etonement of Bileo a high class farce on Friday February 9 at 8 pm Proceeds go to the high school library fund Public invited Admission 25 cents

Covington High School Bileo

Mrs J G Evans Visited Indianapolis As Guest

Mrs J G Evans spent Sunday in Indianapolis as a guest of friends.

J.G., Evans Indianapolis

Covington High to Host Veedersburg Basketball Game

Covington High School Bengal team meets Veedersburg High at the school gym this Saturday at 8 pm. Citizens urged to attend and support the team with a good crowd.

Covington H. S Veedersburg H. S

Will Save You Money In Wide Merchandise Lines

An ad touts low prices on a broad range of new reliable merchandise. It claims the store offers the best and latest assortment and invites shoppers to supply their wants from its lines to save money.

Methodist Sunday Services with Rev. W E McKenzie

Rev W E McKenzie of Indianapolis will fill the pulpit at the Methodist church next Sunday morning representing Methodist Hospital Indianapolis. In the evening he will preach on the theme At Last. A service is also planned at the Bend at 2 30 p m Sunday.

Edward W. Strecker Methodist Church Strecker Egypt Lie W. E. McKenzie D. D Indianapolis Methodist Hospital Bend

Boord Buys Layton and Bilsland Grocery Store

Paul Boord has purchased the Layton and Bilsland grocery store on Fourth Street and is in possession. Layton and Bilsland have run a large patronage, with Bilsland planning to buy a farm and move in the spring.

Paul Boord Layton & Bilsland Fourth Street Mr. Boord Mr. Bilsland

Appointed Notary Ed Daller Ready to Serve

Mrs. Ed Daller of Foster has qualified as a Notary Public and is prepared to handle all notary business that may arise.

Ed. Daller Foster

Relief Corps Offices Elected

Relief Corps reports delayed due to illness of Press Correspondent. At the December meeting officers were chosen: President Mrs Laura Little Senior Vice Mrs G W Boyd Junior Vice Mrs Blythe Chaplain Mrs Ann Martin Treasurer Mrs Geo Martin Secretary Mrs Grace Starkey Conductress Mrs Lam Bowell. They were installed January 1912. The corps reports good conditions, new members, and a commitment to Fraternity Charity and Loyalty.

Laura Little G. W. Boyd Blythe. Chapain Ann Martin Geo. Martin Grace Stark Lam Bowell Relief Corps Geo. Boughner

How Cold Affects The Kidneys

Cold can congest the kidneys and increase their workload, risking serious trouble and disease such as Bright's. The ad urges avoiding cold for sensitive kidneys and promotes Foley Kidnay Pile Tonie as a timely remedy available through druggists.

Bright Foley Kidnay Pile

Meekness and Its Legacy Sermon at First Presbyterian

The church will host morning preaching on Meekness and Its Legacy by the pastor. An evening talk titled Who Was Prisoner Herod or John will follow. Also announced is the McMahon Horse and Cattle Sale on Monday February 12 at Covington.

Herod John Covington

Also Mentioned on This Page

The Republican Office For Grand Jury Petit Jury Mrs. Hol Dalier Sellzor Covington B.D Balance Co Teachers Meet C.H. S. Glee Club E. W. Strecker H. K. Fox Annou Bells of Seville C.H. S. Girl's Pres Jénathan Rigdon Ellen C.is Piano Solo Girue da’ Albert Miss Bil Board Livenssood Matinee Musicale Russell Richerson Jonathan Rigdon Charles Denton Nora Lowder Della McCauley J. A. Wart Layton & Bilstand Basket Ball Methodist First Presbyterian Church
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