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Newspaper

Covington Republican

Location

Covington, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jan 05, 1923

Page

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Christmas Joy at Fulton Home Welcomes Kin

A large group gathered last Monday to celebrate a happy Christmas at Grandma and Grandpa Fulton’s home. Seventy seven and seventy eight year old Mr. and Mrs. Fulton enjoyed good health as relatives from Marshfield Indianapolis Wayne town Crawfordsville Danville and Lyle Minnesota attended the gathering.

Zepheniah Fulton Lizzie Berry Waynetown Nannie Richelis Pearl Marshfield Ed. Fulton Danville Charley Fulton Indianapolis Forest Schneck Wayne,town Arnet Haupt Bismark Milt Berry Crawfordsville Esta Fulton Ili Clifford Logan Alethia

New County Officers Installed in Indiana County

Monday saw the installation of the county’s new officers elected last November. Clerk H Eugene Bodine works with ex clerk Lewis L Allen to learn the duties.Treasurer H I Starnes begins another term and Sheriff Songer takes the helm with Deputy Roy Parrott. Recorder Albert Compton and Deputy Lucile Port adjust to routine. Auditor George McMurtrie and staff welcome the “new” era as George promises accessible records. New Commissioner Walter Marshall displays sound judgment and aims to serve all parties.

H. Eugene Bodine Lewis L. Allen Indiana Bodine H. I. Starnes Songer Jim Parrott Roy Albert Compton Recorder’s Office Lucile Port McMurtrie George Walter Marshall Mill Creek

Attica Chorus to Sing at Covington Methodist Church

On Sunday night January 7 the Attica Community Male Chorus led by Prof Louis F Burnett will sing at Covington Methodist Church as part of the Evangelistic campaign. Attend to hear these men and learn about Covington’s possibilities along this line.

Attica Louis’ F. Burnett Covington Methodist Church Covington

EM-ROES to Meet Attica Nationals in Big Local Clash

The EM-ROES of Indianapolis visit Attica for a Tuesday night game on January 9 at 8 oclock in the National Gym Attica. Stonebraker will star for Attica with several well known players in support for a highly anticipated season highlight.

Stroke Strikes East City Resident David Stephenson

David Stephenson living east of the city suffered a stroke early Sunday morning and is in very serious condition. The report notes he remained hospitalized with paralysis as doctors monitor his status.

David Stephenson

Aldridge Dies at 63 After Long Illness in Illinois

Divit Aldridge born August 31 1859 at Onargo Illinois died December 28 1922 at his country home aged 63 years 3 months 28 days He was orphaned at four raised by grandparents He married Lydia Stucker June 20 1886 fathered Anna A and Dr J W Aldridge He attended Osborns Prairie Christian church later Bethel Baptist church taught a boys class He expressed readiness to meet the Lord funeral conducted by Rev R B Kern at Kentuck Bethel church and burial in Mt Hope cemetery mourners and friends attended.

Divit Aldridge Jasper Susanna Teegarden-Aldridge Onargo Ill Jaco Yeegarden Lydia Stucker Anna A J. W. Aldridge Covington Aldridge Osborn Prairie Christian Church Bethel Baptist Church R. B. Kern Kentuck (Bethel Mt. Hope Cemetery

Card of Thanks from the Aldridge Family

The Aldridge family expresses gratitude to neighbors and friends for flowers and condolences after the death of a husband and father. May God reward each of you. Mrs. Lyda Aldridge and Family.

Lyda Aldridge

Advisory Board of Troy Township Re organized

The township Advisory Board of Troy was re organized the first of the week from last fall’s elected men. Clem Rodgers was made president Roy De Haven secretary and Harve Barkley feldman. Retiring members Uncle George Diffenderfer Waltez Huffer and Harve Barkley were praised for an attentive record.

Troy Clem. Rodgers Roy de Haven Harve Barkley Feldman George Diffenderfer Waltez Huffer

Rudolph Martin Weds Miss Ida Aigood in South Bend

Dr Rudolph Martin married Ida Aigood on Monday at the bride’s home in South Bend. Dr E J Martin and his wife and Rudolph’s parents attended the ceremony. Congratulatory wishes poured in from Rudolph’s many home friends.

Rudolph Martin South Bend Ida Aigood E. J. Martin Rudolph

Old Hardy building to be razed for Standard Oil station

James Slim tears down the Old Hardy building at the northwest public square after the McClurg sale to Standard Oil. The two joined structures date to the 1840s with multiple roof layers and notable northern pine framing. The Alexander frame residence nearby is also slated for removal.

James Slim the Invincible Hardy William McClurg Standard Oil Company J. G.hardy Indiana Alexander

Marriage Licenses Issued by County Clerk Since 1922

The following licenses have been issued. George Stevens and Mildred Cork of Danville Shara Brow and Trene enti of Fountain county. George Miller and Estel May Ax of Terre Haute. Ray D Johnson and Caroline Bever of Hillsdale and Chicago Ill. Charles Barton and Anna Hegedus of Westville Hl. Ray Conway and Katharine Webb of Danville Til. Grant Smith and Annce Dearing of Bloomingdale and Fairmount Til. Edgar Roach and Nina Hesler of Veedersburg. George McDonald and Mary Elle Lawson of Covington and Tangier. Harold Randall and Lucile Wilson of Danville Ill. Clyde W Smith and Ruth E Black ford of Hillsboro.

George Stevens Mildred Cork Danville Shara? Brow Trene Fountain County George Miller Estel May Ax Terre Haute Ray D. Johnson Caroline Bever Hillsdale Chicago Ill Charles Barton Anna Hegedus Westville Ray Conway Katharine Webb Til Grant Smith Annce Dearing Bloomingdale and Fairmount Edgar Roach Nina Hesler Veedersburg George McDonald Mary Elle Lawson Covington and Tangier Harold Randall Lucile Wilson Clyde W. Smith Ruth E. Blackford Hillsboro

Buzz LaTourette Weds Cecil Campdores in Los Angeles

John LaTourette reports his nephew Buzz married Cecil Campdores in Los Angeles on December 14. Buzz, in the Army, is stationed at Santiago with a discharge expected in March, and plans to settle in Los Angeles after service. Covington friends extend congratulations.

John LaTourette John Buzz) LaTourette Los Angeles Cal Cecil Campdores San Francisco Buzz Sam Santiago Covington

George McDonald wins salsa title in city contest

George McDonald topped rivals in a local salsa contest held in the city, earning the top prize and recognition for his recipe and presentation. The event drew participants from nearby neighborhoods and showcased flavorful, traditional and innovative salsas.

Gift a Christmas to three workers at grocery store

Mr and Mrs Wm McClerg gave each of their three children a Christmas present in their grocery store. Clerks were involved and the aim was to stimulate business and educate them in responsible business practices.

Wm.McClerg Ness

Scott's Prairie Stockdale Returns After Yorks Visit

In Scott's Prairie New York Stockdale spent last Yorks and returned home after a brief visit.

Stockdale

Notable social tea at Covington club afternoon

Miss Ruhama Clem presided at the piano and furnished beautiful music for the afternoon. About twenty five friends and well wishers of the club called, making this a most enjoyable occasion.

New Official Family Brings Ice Thaw At Court House

The article notes a thaw in local governance with new officers replacing old ones. It mentions Harry Wertz leaving, Dee moving on, Clint closing his chart work, and Drake retiring after eight years of travel. It captures a shift from frosty leadership to warmer, more people oriented governance.

Seth Court House Harry Wertz Dee Clint Mr. Drake Lizzie Clington

January Term Jurors Named for Present Court

The January term lists grand jurors Albert McNeil Troy Walter Cook Van Buren Robert R. Smith Wabash Charles E Hoff Richland Marion Funk Davis A M Rupert Logan. Petit jurors include James A Gross Van Buren Claude C McCauley Richland Elijah J Earl Davis Byron Grismore Mill Creek Fred E Layton Troy Sherman Dwiggins Logan John Rhoads Wabash C C Grimes Jackson Homer J Coffing Fulton Emory G LaBaw Shawnee Dan a Hutchins Cain Volney Patton Van Buren.

Albert McNeil Troy Walter Cook van Buren Robert R. Smith Wabash Charles E. Hoff Richland Marion Funk Davis A. M. Rupert Logan Petit Jury James A. Gross Claude C. McCauley Elijah J. Earl Byron Grismore Mill Creek Fred E. Layton Sherman Dwiggins

Bowers and Scheid Wed in Danville Neatly

Mr. Dan Bowers and Mrs. Olli Scheid quietly wed in Danville last Wednesday. They reside in Mrs. Bowers new North Fourth Street home as friends congratulate the couple.

Dan Bowers Olli Scheid North Fourth Street Danville

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Attica Community Chorus Divit Troy Township Dr. Soevey Buzz'latourette Scott's Prairie Ina Brand New
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