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Newspaper
Covington Republican
Location
Covington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 25, 1898
Page
5
Residents and visitors from Attica, Crawfordsville, Danville, and surrounding areas were noted in town. Names include R. McNeill, G. W. Boyd, Ming Lddia Mayer, Mrs. Wingert, Rev. Goodrich, M. Herzog, and many others visiting friends, attending events, or conducting business. The piece also mentions a theater in Crawfordville and a bridge of local social activity.
The ad touts Grain A as a pure grain beverage that resembles coffee in taste yet does not affect sleep. It claims nourishment and cheer, suitable for nervous persons, with a recommendation to get a package from the grocer today. Dr M Steinberg will visit the city to examine eyes and fit glasses, staying with Mr Daniel Slattery. orders will be promptly attended to.
Benny Ramsey of Wabash town ship visits city to renew a RxPUBLICAN subscription for a year. Luther Martin, Fountain County farmer and pioneer born 1825, recalls deer hunts and early riverfront skirmishes as he reminisces. W. H. Miles gains a new client Oscar D. Wiley’s mocked case leads to Fred Beard joining Miles and Board in a humorous legal anecdote.
James Byerly and Kate Bowers wed at the bride’s parents’ house on Feb 20 1898 with Rev John Tremmel officiating. A lavish supper followed and gifts numbered many including china sets water sets lamps and a rocking chair among others. A list of invited guests appears, and an upcoming public sale of farm property is announced for March 10 at a residence south of Snoddy's Mills with extended notes on terms.
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