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Newspaper
Covington Republican
Location
Covington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 27, 1905
Page
2
J Roach Johnson, aged sixty, died at 12 15 Monday at his home 51 East Madison street Danville Illinois after a pneumonia and abscess. He was a former resident here and well known to our people.
J Roach Johnson, born near Ailesburg North Vermilion county, lived in this city with his wife deceased years ago and two daughters and one son. He moved to Danville last summer to continue in real estate. An ice fall a year ago left him with a lingering side pain, then pneumonia led to his death two weeks ago. Funeral was held Wednesday at Howard Chapel and he rests in the adjacent cemetery.
Mrs Elizabeth Rhodes Black died January 16 1905 at her son in law P F Wimmons home on North Third street aged 75 years five months and five days from influenza. She was born August 11 1829 in Holmes County daughter of Joseph and Susanne Rhodes came to this county early and married Lewis W Black March 13 1851. Five children survived Emma E Millie Joseph A Cornelius S and Elmer R plus two living daughters in law and brothers and many relatives. She attended the German Reformed Church and rest in Heath Cemetery January 18 1905.
Ready made goods sold at our clearing sale are made to our order. They are well fitting and mostly this years make. J. Loeb's Stores.
On Wednesday January 18 1905 at 7 o'clock Henry Adams son of Perry and Mises Emma Brasker joined in matrimony with Rev Rounds officiating at the Brasker residence one mile west of Foster. Guests numbered nearly sixty and gifts included silverware and household items. The couple will reside two miles south of State Line and receive friends.
Card of Thanks. We wish to extend our sincere thoughts to friends and neighbors who assisted us with aid and sympathy during the illness and death of our beloved mother and sister. May God reward you as He only can. Joseph Black and family P. Simmons Elijah Rhodes Samuel Rhodes Joseph Rhodes.
Covington saw more drunks on the streets last Sunday than since the new administration began. Several arrests were reported while saloons kept doors shut under Mayor Voris and Marshal Brothers. The saw mill shanty is said to have done brisk business near Crawfords ville.
The Indiana supreme court held a saloon proprietor liable for illegal acts by his agents after convictions rise to three, ending discretion in revoking licenses. Previously, bartenders faced most convictions, but the decision increases pressure on owners to enforce the law to avoid license jeopardy.
Special meetings at the M E church have continued for weeks bringing renewed interest. About twenty five new members have united with the church and many others have been awakened.
Last Saturday evening January Zlat Harpy Heath learned friends neighbors and relatives planned a late birthday surprise at the Heath ranch two miles southeast of town. While he read the evening paper Miss Kana played piano tones and intruders entered quietly to celebrate with the family and guests including Mr and Mrs A W Graham Mr and Mrs Oliver Dleker y Mr and Mrs Chas Carwies Mr and Mrs James Yerkes and others.
Mrs Will Madigan died at her home in Stering Monday morning at 4 30 o clock from complications of childbirth. Twins were born the previous Sunday but died. Mother and twins were buried in Mt Hoe cemetery Wednesday afternoon. Mrs Madigan aged 52 was a daughter of John Meeker. Funeral services were held by Rev O P Cooper at the residence Wednesday morning.
The Kaffir Boy choir will determine the next course number during Friday evening events. A lecture at the M. K. church is scheduled for February 3.
Maxcy G. Miller surprised friends by marrying Mrs. Eliza Tanner on Sunday evening. Mayor O S Jones officiated as the couple, both well known locally, began married life among a large circle of friends and well wishers.
Jacob Yerkes proprietor of The City Livery Stable married Myrtle Johnson on Wednesday evening by Rev. Palmer of the M. E. church. They have started housekeeping in cozy apartments on West Liberty street. Many friends wish them happiness.
Salesmen wanted for new county township and railroad survey of Indiana. Counties and towns fully indexed with populations given. Railroads clearly shown with distances between towns. A splendid opening for energetic men. Rand McNally & Co. Chicago Ill.
Local store J. H. Fowler announces greatly reduced prices on all goods, inviting shoppers to take advantage of significant discounts across the inventory.
Covington High School girls defeated Crawfordsville team 10 to 7 last Saturday. The Covington players, led by Miss Watson and Miss Costing, dominated with greater size and strength while Crawfordsville’s Miss Wicks stood out for her team. The Journal notes the one sided contest and Covington girls’ control of the ball.
A complete list of new township supervisors elected last Saturday under the new law is published. Cain precincts show Miller Chatt Pursley Buckley Long Glascock. Davis lists Walking Fisher Matto Houiz. Falo Aden Cats Brewer Hobart Lewis. Jackson Bowman Sowers Gooing Sowers. Logan Bailey Clark Beedle Johnson. Millcreek Gossett Bonebrake Summers Glascock Lindley. Ricaland Noss Bethel Bell Nenick Quiggle Crumley. Shawnee Knowles Rector Brooks Haverstick. Troy Young Ward Horshberger Adkins. Van Buren Diese Stewart Songer Songer. Wabash Frankenbarger Pavey Cook Minnick.
J C Salmen learned last week of the death of his only brother Fredoline Salmen of Fort Plain New York. Caspar Salmen is the sole remaining family member. Fredoline worked for Williams Co Fort Plain for 53 years. He died December 22 1904 aged 73 Caspar remains at home but in fairly good health.
A list names the grand jury: Charles McKinsey Millcreek Morris Bowling Van Buren Beeker C Brown Shawnee John W Kaler James T Welch Troy Henry Ramser Wabash. The petit jury includes Sol Livengood Jackson Peter Ont Troy William Briggs Millcreek Harry Manlove Shawnee Charley Gillum Millcreek John S Webber Logan Edgar Shultz Richland F Ferguson Troy James W Royal Richland Stephen M Myer Millcreek John W Duncan Davia Oscar Quiggle Shawnee.
Death of Mrs Allora Hunt wife of Philip Hunt occurs at their residence one and a half miles east of the city on Friday January 20 1905. Funeral conducted by Rev J P Heman on Sunday January 22 1905. Interment Mount Hope Cemetery. Born Covington July 18 1853 she was daughter of the late James Sharon a pioneer and prominent citizen. She joined the Baptist church in youth lived a Christian life and left a legacy of home and family devotion. Married March 31 1882 to Philip Hunt three children Thornton Edward Hannah and Lew mourn her loss. The article honors her home and faith and offers comfort to surviving relatives with religious reflections.
Frank E. Erickson files for divorce from Ida Erickson through attorney O. P. Lewis alleging unfaithfulness and abandonment.
Col. C. W. Cowan, a top actioneer in the region, is billed for sales on January 31 and February 21 and 22. He promises thorough sale results. Waren Yeagy, ill with lung trouble in Indianapolis, is now recovering at his parents’ home in this city.
Mr and Mrs Jacob Peters, aged seventy six and seventy one, marked fifty years of marriage with a Tuesday evening Golden Wedding at their Third street home. Guests included many German residents, a two course dinner, white and gold decorations, and performances by the Coyington quartet. Gifts included a $50 gold item and various gold pieces.
Frederick L the five and one half months old son of Mr and Mrs Robt Brewer Jr died Monday at their city home from intestinal trouble Funeral services were held Wednesday morning with interment at Mt Hope cemetery
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