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Newspaper
Covington Republican
Location
Covington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 19, 1904
Page
5
Letter to the editor praises Omar Ratcliff of Covington for re nomination as prosecuting attorney. The writer calls him honest and hardworking, alleging his term was clean and that he enforced the law, urging district support and opposing voices.
A Fowler Republican editorial praises a worker’s good service and urges the community to raise a generous purse by donation to increase his salary, arguing timely support rewards merit.
The sale announces six work horses, mules, colts, cows, calves, and a full set of farming tools including Plows, harrow, seeder, planters, cultivators, binder, wagon, buggy, carriages, harnesses, and more. Terms: cash under five dollars, credit nine months with notes at eight percent interest, five percent cash discount on credit items. Auctioneers J W Craig and C W Cowan.
Augusta Rochold Purfeerst wife of Charles Purfeerst died after a lingering illness at J G Evans on Third street aged 68 years 3 months 2 days born Neustadt Germany November 15 1885 married April 23 1860 came to this city in 1865 funeral Saturday 2 pm at Evans residence Reverend Palmer officiating interment Mt Hope Mr and Mrs Paarfeerst were members of the M E church
Two weeks after the state charged Arthur C. DeHaen with an offense, the Montgomery County court heard the case. Hearing before Judge West concluded with both sides presenting evidence by Saturday. Arguments resumed Monday morning, then the jury retired around 3 pm and returned a verdict of not guilty after a brief deliberation.
Frisco System invites travelers from the north and east to tour principal business centers within Oklahoma and Indian Territories and Texas on February 16 March 1 and March 15. Low round trip fares from St Louis to Oklahoma and Indian Territories are 8.60 and 10.7 to Texas. From Kansas City and Memphis fares are 6.50 and 8.00. Four daily Frisco trains run from St Louis and Kansas City Union Stations to the Southwest.
Rail rates for the Wabash R R will be sold from Covington to western and north western destinations from March 1 to April 30, 1904. Cities listed include Salt Lake City 31.40, Billings Mont 26.40, Spokane 32.10, Portland 34.60, with other points. G C Knickerbocker agent. Roy Thompson injured at the saw mill when a timber struck his arm. no bones broken and several days of rest required.
Wingate rural route wagon No. 2 operated by Samuel Ogle was destroyed by a fire caused by a gasoline stove explosion a week ago last Monday. The carrier, after returning from morning delivery and stabling his team, saved all the mail but suffered serious burns to his hands in the rescue.
Reports from Tokio and London on February 17 describe heavy Japanese torpedo and naval activity around Port Arthur and Chemulpo. Russian ships allegedly damaged with eleven ships put out of action, plus troop movements in Korea and calls for protections for Japanese subjects in Manchuria.
Viceroy Alexieff leaves Port Arthur with Gen. Pflug and staff, signaling reorganizations of Russian forces including Kerpatsky to lead the Yalu division. Attacks and atrocities rise as police and troops target foreigners and locals, prompting fears of a terror regime if neutral powers stay idle. A police captain and ten soldiers plunder a German hotel, binding and robbing three Japanese. US Consul Miller helps rescue them and three women, with assurances of protection from the civil administrator.
In a tight contest both teams finish level as the closing moments decide the outcome. Key players from both sides exchange chances and the result keeps their records even heading into the next matchup.
A dispatch reports Japanese landings near Chin-Ware-Tso on Manchuria's southern edge close to the Chinese Northern railroad. Ice covers $82 miles from shore, complicating any landing. No Japanese sightings on the Yalu river.
The Japanese press hails a rare unity in expressing keen appreciation for a dish described as stewed quickly over fire then baked slowly for several hours in a hot oven. The article notes the East and West drawing closer together in sentiment.
Viceroy Alexieff issued an order of the day on February 16 admonishing soldiers to fulfill patriotic duty and expressing confidence in victory.
In Fort Dodge on February 17 a three year old boy begged his older sibling to shoot. The younger boy fired the revolver left by their father and the shot struck the base of the skull, killing him instantly. The father H E Hollis had left the gun under the mattress. The mother grieves as police explain the incident was a playful request.
In Sienna on February 17 the Balkans situation sparks unease. Officials deny Austrian troop mobilization but public fear persists that two army corps may be mobilized to guard the Balkan frontier amid fears Turkey could push Bulgaria into war.
In St Louis on February 17 a quarrel over a valentine led to John Carley succumbing to a bullet wound. Minnie Howard, Carley’s step sister, is under arrest for the shooting in a boarding house run by Mrs. Howard. Witnesses William Ewing and Paul Goodwin were injured and detained. Howard says she fired to stop Carley from killing Ewing during the melee.
Washington February 17 The National Woman's Suffrage Association held a hearing before the House Judiciary Committee. A delegation of over fifty women led by Carrie Chapman Catt supported a sixteenth amendment to the constitution as speakers argued the case.
Henry Williams, a burly Black man, entered George J. Shields home in Roanoke on Jan 30 and assaulted Mrs Shields and her three year old daughter with a knife and razor, leaving them for dead. Judge Woods sentenced Williams in corporation court to be hanged March 18.
Unknown assassin killed Thomas Sparks an 83 year old county assessor near Winfield Putnam county by firing through his home window. No clue.
The clipping lists varied items: a failed enterprise of 150,000 dollars with potential assets. Michael Davitt meeting President Roosevelt and presenting a black thorn stick. Ray A. Shaw elected president of the National American Woman Suffrage Association. Lathrop Publishing of Boston estimated facilities at 150,000 dollars. W. Cameron Forbes named U S commissioner for the Philippine Islands succeeding Taft. Japanese forces in Manchuria moving toward Port Arthur with plans for an attack on Russian lines.
The following marriages have been issued since the last report Clarence F Grubbs with Mabel L Keller Miles E Bair with Hazel Cates Charles M Baldwin with Sarah C Auter Charles C Diehl with Jennie Weldon Charley Lowe with Daisy Bruner William F Zielke with Mrs Eva Revick Freeman Frazier with Lena Livengood Harvey J McKinnell with Carrie B Niswenger Theodore C Coffing with Lucy A Shultz.
Fragmentary notice invites all to a special music program titled Sacrices may wick with unspecified details. The readable text suggests an inclusive audience but provides no date venue or organizer.
Wabash Clay Company files suit against Arthur Howard and others alleging debt and seeks attachment of assets. Court records show complaint filed for collection and possible seizure to satisfy claimed balances. Names of defendants listed include Arthur Howard and co defendants in the action. Proceedings expect service of process and further docket steps.
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