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Newspaper
Covington Republican
Location
Covington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 24, 1908
Page
1
Elmer S. Wilkey announces his candidacy for the Republican nomination for Joint Senator representing Fountain Warren and Vermillion counties. He pledges a clean campaign, asks party members to spread his name, and promises faithful service if nominated and elected.
The circuit court at Newport dismissed the case of John Hathaway of Fulton township against Cayuga saloon keeper C. W. Simpson. Hathaway sought the return of about $600 said to be left with Simpson by Bob Hughey after Hughey helped rob Hathaway.
The last surviving Raging Tad member, Lewis Hetfield, is very ill at age 85 in this city. He fell ill last week with grippe complications and his strength declines daily. Friends wish for his speedy recovery.
Governor Hanly spoke at the Opera House in his hometown Williamsport on Sunday night. The Patriotism of Peace was the topic and the speech impressed many in attendance. The event was hosted by the Good Citizen's League and drew crowds unable to enter the hall.
The pastor leads both morning and evening services with themes “Christ with the Scourge” in the morning and “Exalting the Commonplace” in the evening. All without a church home are invited, and midweek services are encouraged as a helpful Bible study.
The business firm Coleman, Reeves & Coleman becomes Coleman & Coleman as William L. Reeves retires. Reeves & Coleman formed three years ago with grocery stock and fixtures from W. G. Boyd, later adding dry goods and auctions. Following an inquiry, Reeves’s interests are sold to the Colemans with debts and books to be settled now, keeping the old firm’s popularity and customer base. Reeves will stay in Carvington area and may pursue new work.
Albert A. Hunter of Foster area married Effa Royse last Wednesday at the bride’s mother’s Washington street home. Royse had just been divorced a week earlier in Fountain circuit court, a case that involved her new husband. The couple plans to live in Indianapolis where Hunter works for the New York Central Railroad. Justice Asa Osborn officiated.
James EK Twiddy announces his candidacy for the Republican sheriff nomination. Born in Richland township, 45, he moved to Covington three years ago and served as deputy under John R. Hardesty. Married with three sons, he touts a clean record and readiness to serve if nominated.
Theatorium, run by E. W. Richeson, touts up to date equipment and films in Indiana. Shows at five cents feature 10, 15 and 20 cent items with high class music from a new Star piano bought through local agent H. G. Payton. The south side venue aims to entertain with modern, moral performances.
Jennie DuBoise aged seventy three died at her home after apoplexy and complications. She taught in Covington Attica and was a noted public school educator. The funeral will be at 2 o'clock Friday at the Presbyterian church with burial in Mt Hope cemetery attended by family.
The candidate for governor is identified as Mr. Miller from Goshen in Northern Indiana. He is described as the immediate predecessor of Attorney General Bingham and fully qualified for the office he seeks.
Brief notice listing names Daisy Davis Bill Lowe Della Makenison Dock Osborn Mrs T T Saxton care James Smith J E Young Fountain Ind called for by F W Boyd P M and instruction to say advertised when calling for above.
The second quarterly meeting will be next Sunday and Monday, the 25th and 26th. The sacrament of the Lord's Supper will be administered at the Sunday morning service. The Quarterly Conference will be held on Monday evening. There will be preaching at Bend Sunday afternoon at 2:30.
Congressman James E. Watson of Rushville Indiana Sixth district Republican candidate for governor is a long time house member since 1894, adviser to Speaker Cannon and author of grain inspection legislation. Watson, a self made man, has campaigned nationwide and risen to whip of the house and Ways and Means member.
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