Try 7 days of FREE access to billions of articles

Start Free Trial

Covington Republican in Covington, Indiana

We have 10,635,812 pages in Indiana

View this page and access billions of articles with a 7-day free trial.

Start Free Trial

This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!

Start Free Trial

Cancel anytime, risk free

Not what you were looking for? Search our billions of articles

Advanced Search

Articles on This Page

This newspaper page contains 28 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.

Newspaper

Covington Republican

Location

Covington, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jan 24, 1913

Page

8

Defense Pleads Insanity in Murder Case

The defense hinges on insanity for Clifford Crumley in the murder charge of Mrs Crumley. Testimony from relatives and neighbors questions Crumley’s sanity while noting the accused man’s erratic actions during a campaign. Jurors saw varying reputations and a humorous but troubling campaign episode as court proceedings continue into the week.

Mre Crumley Weinhardn McCoughry John Crumley

Old Faithful Drops Dead on South Side

The gray horse owned and driven by Horace Peyton collapsed and died from heart trouble on Tuesday afternoon near the south side of the square. The animal was in town when it died and was subsequently handled by Jim Slim. The horse had been owned by J. T. Ingall.

Horace Peyton J. T. Ingall Jim Slim

Allen's Foot-Ease and Weather Strips Ad

An antique ad promotes Allen's Foot-Ease powder for tired feet with over 30,000 testimonials and a 25 cent price, plus a sale on felt weather strips at 29 cents per door and a salt described as non hardening, urging samples and local availability.

Allen Olmsted LeRoy, N. Y

Doctor Finch at Tremont Hotel Promises Free Consultation

See Dr. Finch. He will be at the Tremont hotel Monday January 27 for the day. He guarantees your cure or will not take your money. Consultation free. Read his ad elsewhere in the issue.

Tremont Hotel

Correction in Wa bash township trustees report

The notice amends the 1912 report to add bonded indebtedness of 111000 for the construction of the new school building. The correction clarifies the total debt incurred during the year and records the financial obligation within the trustees’ annual report.

Wabash

Movement for Earlier Saturday Night Closings

Across the country a general movement pushes for earlier Saturday closings. In cities many businesses shut at 4 p m on Saturdays while smaller shops keep clerks until eleven or twelve. Nine o'clock is considered late enough for Sunday preparation.

Dr King's New Life Pills Offer Health and Relief

An old advertisement claims Dr King s New Life Pills can end distress by directing action of stomach, liver and bowels. It promises restored health and good feelings with gentle, effective relief. 25c at all druggists.

Dr. King

Alumni Organize Fountain County Group At Local High School

Fountain County Alumni of the State University formed a county organization at a meeting held last Friday evening at 8 p m in the city high school building. About twenty five members attended with Prof Vose of the Institution present. Hon O B Ratcliff elected president and Prof J A Davis named secretary of the new group.

Fountain County State University Vose O. B. Ratcliff J. A. Davis

Farm for Trade near Covington Indiana 80 Acres

80 acre farm seven miles from Covington on a good road with a small house and poor outbuildings. Sixty acres cultivated, balance rough ground. Good soil, sugar maple and poplar timber, sand suitable for working. One mile from the railroad station. Price 86400 with $2000 encumbrance. seeks groceries or rental property equity of 4400. W R Maseey & Son Covington Indiana office on east square second floor.

Covington R. R. Station W. R. Maseey & Son Ind The Square Inn

Suit for Divorce Filed by Ada R Kelley

Ada R Kelley sues John Kelley for divorce citing cruel treatment and neglect. Married February 1905 separated July 1911 with three children to be granted into her custody. Kelley described as a bad actor. Ada Nebeker listed as former name.

Adam‘r. Kelley John Kelley Ada Nebeker R.S. Nebeker Kelley

B and 8 wall board for bins coating and walls

D J Young and Co offers B and 8 wall board for coating bins side walls and ceilings. The material provides a fine finish and is washable for easy maintenance.

D. J. Young & Co

Briles Jr. Arrested for Wife Desertion After Breakup

C A Briles Jr was arrested Monday night on a wife desertion charge filed by his wife Mrs Briles formerly Miss Vice The couple married two years ago lived on the Briles home farm in North Vermillion county The warrant followed a July dispute when Briles drove away leaving wife and child and declared he would not return Bond set at 500 for next court term Also notice sale notices at J Loeb Store with significant discounts.

C. A. Briles, Jr Briles Miss Vice Tom Vic Vermillion County Crumley Young Briles Girla

Metinee Musical recital slated for Saturday at M E church

The January Metinee Musical will be held Saturday afternoon in the M E church parlors. Hostesses Mrs V E Livengood and Miss Maude Martin. The program includes Mendelssohn pieces from A Midsummer Night Dream with performers Miss Dennis Miss Glascock Miss Martin and several listed participants. Estate matters noted for Covington R D7.

M. E. Church

Indiana Mineral Springs Co. gains Hunter Springs in Warren County

A Monday closing transfers Hunter Mineral Springs to the Indiana Mineral Springs Company. The deal unites management under one firm and positions Mudiavia to become the greatest sanitarium in the Middle West.

Hunter Warren County Indiana Mineral Springs Company Mudiavia Middle West

Selling Out at Cost In Local Music Store

H. G. Peytno buys an interest in a city music store and offers his stock of Starr Richmond Trayser and Remington pianos and player pianos at cost. The sale will run for a short time until stock is closed out with cash or easy terms available.

H. G. Peytno Starr Richmond Trayser Remington Player

Liberal Reward Offered for Liquor Sellers

A notice from Mrs. Hannah McCarty of Covington Indiana offers a liberal reward for the arrest and conviction of any person giving or selling intoxicating liquors to Alvin Mc Carty. R.F.D. Covington.

Alvin McCarty Hannah McCarty R.F.D Covington Ind

Saunders Lands New Year Lease At Hotel Attica

R R Saunders recently of Tab leased the Hotel Attica from W B Reed the receiver for one year the longest term allowed. Saunders has run a Tab hotel six years and previously managed a South Side Chicago hotel gaining strong hotel experience. Also notes advertise Chase & Sanborn coffee and a trip by Mr and Mrs William Cox and Mrs Margaret Hitchens to Biloxi Mississippi for the winter returning around April 1.

R.R. Saunders Tab Attica W. B. Reed Saunders Chicago Chase & Sanborn Paul C. Board William Cox Margaret Hitchens Boloxi Miss

Miss Delphine Coffing Celebrates Ninth Birthday

Delphine Coffing entertained several girl friends on Tuesday afternoon for a birthday luncheon. Her mother served the meal as Delphine received best wishes for many more birthdays from her young guests.

Delphine Coffing Delphine

Sam Wells Injured In Farm Accident Last Week

Samuel V. Wells suffered a severe farm accident when he slipped on straw while hauling a load and fell striking his left side and shoulder. Dr. Spinning treated two broken ribs and his condition is improving slowly as his daughter and Aunt stay nearby.

Samuel V. Wells Wells Lima Ohio Jessie Cockerel Sarah Conover

Electric Bitters Praised by Lewinburg Resident

C B Rader of Lewinburg West Virginia thanks Electric Bitters for curing a ten year stomach trouble and rheumatism. He says the remedy suited his case as though made for him and notes its benefits for dyspepsia indigestion jaundice and cleansing kidney poisons. Every bottle guaranteed to satisfy and costs 50 cents at all druggists.

C. B. Rader Lewinburg W. Va

Charles Lathrop Dies in Attica Boarding House

Charles W. Lathrop died early Tuesday in Attica where he had lived since moving from Fountain. He worked at a car coupler plant and is survived by a daughter Mrs Frank Frenzel of Fountain. Funeral services were held Wednesday at the Fountain Christian church with interment in Fountain cemetery.

Charles W. Lathrop Attica Fountain M. Board Mr. Lathrop Frank Frenzel Christian Church Fountain Cemetery

No Backache or Kidney Pains Remedy Ad

No Backache or Kidney Pains. If you have pains in the back urinary bladder or kidney trouble dizziness and lack of energy try Mother Gray's Aromatic the pleasant herb remedy. As atonic laxative it has no equal. At Druggists or by mail 50c Address The Mother Gray Co LeRoy NY sample free.

Mother Gray Mother Gray Co LeRoy N. Y

Veterinary office opens in city by J T Redmond

J T Redmond formerly of Kingman has opened a veterinary office at Schma's livery barn here. He comes highly recommended and is available by call. Also note two cars of high grade hard coal received and pricing offered. PT. Stuart fared well at the Indianapolis poultry show with several premiums.

J.T. Redmond V.M. D Kingman Schma’s Mr. Redmond D. J. Young & Co Stuart Indianapolis

The Great Commission Theme At Morning Sermon

The morning sermon will reflect on The Great Commission as the central message. An evening service will focus on Living the Truth, exploring practical application and personal faith.

Oyster Supper by Royal Neighbors at Red Men’s Hall

The Royal Neighbors announce an oyster supper at Red Men’s Hall on Saturday evening February 1 1913 from 5 to 8 o’clock. Proceeds support their charitable works and community projects.

Red Men’s Hall

Wood For Sale From Farmer McMahon

Farmer McMahon offers black wood and stove wood for sale. Contact on farm address for orders and delivery options.

McMahon

Farm stock and implements for sale with 80 acre rental

A party offers ten cows, one team of horses, wagon and harness plus assorted farm implements for sale. An 80 acre farm is available to rent. Cash or good security required. Apply at this office.

Public Auction at Salem area near Covington and Stone Bluff

Auction set for Thursday January 30 1918 at 10 30 a m at the vendor residence six miles northeast of Covington six miles northwest of Stone Bluff and two miles south of Fountain offering five head of horses cattle hogs farm implements and 150 bushels of corn Terms cash for sums five dollars or less credit nine months for larger purchases with notes bearing eight percent interest. Lunch to be served by the Salem ME church ladies.

Covington Stone Bluff Fountain Satley

Also Mentioned on This Page

Old Faithful Dr. Finch J. Loeb’s Miss Dennis A Midsummer Night’s Dream Shakespears Mies Glascock Scherzo Fairies Mies Martin Board Schma Merryman Ed. Waller Covington R Attica Hotel Scott Scorr & Bown Bloomfield, N. J Cedees Sam Wells Charles Lathrop Fletcher First Presbyterian Church John Martin C. W. Smith Salem ME Church
Search Courier

Search the Covington Republican Today with a Free Trial

We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.

Not Finding What You Were Looking for on This Page of The Covington Republican?

People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!

Looking Courier

Browse Newspapers

You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!

By Location

By Location

Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.

Browse by Location
By Date

By Date

Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.

Browse by Date
By Publication

By Publication

Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.

Browse by Publication