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Newspaper
Covington Republican
Location
Covington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 26, 1900
Page
6
Covington residents discuss local business shifts and political activity. Notables include changes at Davisiter and Foster firms, new notary public Dollar, upcoming Republican mass convention at Mound township, and several property trades in Newtown and nearby townships.
The town sees lively social activity with crowds at the revival and soldiers’ club readings. Residents report minor injuries in a scrap between two slugging men and note several visits by visitors from nearby towns. Housing plans spark talk of new residences next spring while property moves continue as families adjust to recent sales and relocations.
Local column reports residents moving and visiting relatives, with notes on new quarters at Ward and Odd Fellows halls, forthcoming electric railroad, and farm prospects. Mentioned are Sophie, Robert Cuester, Miss Mattie Stafford, Mrs. Andy Jayres, George Tunner, Geo Linton, M Eichurehl, K P oyster supper funds, and Y P S officers.
An old column touts Dr King’s New Discovery for coughs and consumption with testimonials from Hayward and Safford merchants. It proclaims the remedy a proven, century-long cure and offers free trial bottles at Le Allen’s drug store.
Crowded roads muddy conditions and a string of social items. Families including Keerns Keller and Pender are noted sick or visiting. George Hawkins with a broken limb has recovered. Community events include a Republican gathering in Covington and Mrs. Carr’s quilting party. Grain-O and Foley’s Kidney Cure are advertised offerings with local sales and refunds promised.
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