Covington News Briefs and Local Notes
Miss Mary Coffing visited Attica over Sunday. Covington saw showers Sunday afternoon. Bargains in Ready Made Clothing at J Loeb's Stores. Mrs. C. S. Douglass shopped in Danville Monday. William Brissey from Steam Corner visited Friday. Drought damage to crops near Newtown last Sunday. Mayer's Hardware sells hog and horse troughs. Francis Smith and wife visited West Lebanon. Mrs. O. M. Gardner visited Mellott over Sunday. Claud Dean and Edna shopped in Danville Monday. Mrs. Dennis and Mildred in Danville Monday. L. S. Lever from Attica looked after cigar trade Monday. Charles Gardner and family visited from Danville. M. Mayer repainted his residence at Fourth and Jefferson. Lard sold at Shaff's meat market. T A Clifton and wife visited relatives. The Wabash to Niagara Falls on Thursday August std. The cheapest trip of the season. Veedersburg boys enjoyed Covington visits on Sunday. Will Price merged into Oliver Blakely property vacated by Mrs. Gardner. Men and boys suits at discount at J Loeb's Stores. William Wilson of this township ill with paralysis. Some citizens admit saloons did not help Covington business.
Bucklin's Arnica Salve touted for burns and wounds
An advertisement suggests death in a Roaring Fire may not stem from arson but urges Bucklin's Arnica Salve as a quick cure for burns, wounds, bruises, boils, and sores. It claims to reduce inflammation, relieve pain, soothe healing, and combat skin eruptions and ulcers. Available for 25 cents at druggists.
Local Briefs from Danville and Nearby Towns
Jesse Willett and Russel Sink visited the city while Paul Gosset of Veedersburg and Roy Rogers with Nellie Rogers shopped in Danville. Fort Wayne returnees Maczella Arter and Will Murray's injury are noted, with the latter hurt near Madrid. Also reported are the administrative appointments for Martha A. Cline and Martin H. Clark estates and news of a passing in Hillsboro.
Roses and Thorns A Legend on Nature and Virtue
A legend explains why roses bear thorns and thistles guard violets. It says earth created beauty with seeds inside each plant, but human greed led to protection of precious blossoms. The tale, cited by John B B Stoll in the South Bend Times, links pleasure with pain to curb excess and foster temperance and industry.
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Mio
As Castle
John BB Stoll
South Bend Times
Miss Crystal Graham Resigns to Attend Typing Course
Miss Crystal Graham daughter of Mr and Mrs Seymore Graham resigns from Weed esburg News to study at the Syn cotype school in Char lestown Iowa next week. She is described as a splendid young woman who will do well on the machine.
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Crystal Graham
Seymore Graham
Weedesburg
Ras
Wall
Charlestown
Iowa
Miss Graham
The Cadi’s Fable on Punishment and a Short Door
A Cairo robber breaks his leg entering a poorly built house and seeks justice from the cadi. The owner admits bad construction but blames the carpenter. The carpenter shifts fault, and a series of excuses follow as the court assigns blame across the chain of responsibility. In the end the door remains too tall and the crowd departs.
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Cairo
Cadi
Ta Bhime
Utus
Tinsen
Eailer
Pretty Cid
Ure Cudi
Local folks and visitors at area events and gatherings
Jos Wirth works for Alan Shaff. Louis Sweet from Danville visits Carnival. Boy scouts camp at Fountain with Dr Fox. Rev Dougherty and family return from Benton county. Hon James Bingham and wife attend Home Coming. Mrs Ann Stuart of Ohio visits relatives. Read M Boords advert Big Clean up sale. Little Louise Shesley hosts friends Thursday. Donoven and Briggs families visit from Williamsport for carnival. Marion Shepherds Shetlard ponies shown at Stone Bluff. Clint Beggs and wife visit from Williamsport to see crowd. Rain postpones Newtown Covington M E Sunday School game. O H Harden and wife from Danville and Orval Harden from Fithian attend Home Coming. Quote about building with concrete blocks. Covington Canning Co urged for purchasing blocks.
Death summons Arthur Clark and Mrs Millspaugh in Crawfordsville
Arthur and Ova Clark and Mrs Millspaugh were called to Crawfordsville on Tuesday by the death of Mrs Rola Clark.
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Arthur
Ova Clark
Mrs Strauss Sister of David Plant Dies in Chicago
Mrs Strauss, sister of David Plant, died in Chicago last week. David fell and broke his collarbone the same day. Probable obituary notice mentions cause and local context.
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Strauss
David Plant
Chicaszo
David
Dr Kings New Discovery praised by reader
A reader from Fayetteville North Carolina credits Dr Kings New Discovery with curing a sister of consumption and several others of coughing and lung troubles. The letter extols its benefits for sore lungs coughs and asthma and notes a trial offer and prices. It also critiques Indiana school funding and a state legislative graft, urging reform and lower taxes.
Foes to success and the timid self
O S Marden argues in Success Magazine that timidity and self consciousness block achievement. Self analysis helps only to reveal strength while dwelling on weaknesses. If timid people forget themselves and focus on others they gain freedom and grace to pursue life dreams.
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Becauer
O. S. Marden
Success Magazine
Lehigh Portland Cement Guarantee Ad
An old advertisement urges buyers to choose Lehigh Portland cement for guaranteed quality with a refund if not satisfied. It promotes Fletcher’s Castoria children’s product as a separate line above the cement message.
Mrs Wright and relatives visit Shafer family after trip
Mrs Wright and her daughter along with Mrs Smith of Dasville spent Tuesday evening visiting their cousins Mr and Mrs Howare Shafer on their return from Indianapolis.
He Dreams of Marrying the Maiden
A Brooklyn Life excerpt shows a maid explaining Mr Merton has asked her to marry him. The parents react with surprise and suspicion as the maiden details the suitor’s plan to wed her, noting his influence and the mix of propriety and gossip in their town.
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Mamma
Papa
Brooklyn
Covington Canning Co Urges Try Durable Concrete Products
The note invites readers to test Covington Canning Co concrete products and be convinced of their durability, prompting personal assurance through experience.
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Covington Canning Co
First Presbyterian Church Services and Speaker
The Hon S M Rolston will speak on American Citizenship at morning worship. No meeting at the Council Chamber. Union service in Church of Christ. Bible School 10. Morning worship 11.00. C E Society 6:30. Evening worship 7:30. Mid week service Thursday 7:30. Choir rehearsal Saturday 7:00 p m.
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S. M. Rolston
Brotherhood
Church of Christ
African Methodist revival in Bustunta progresses
An informal report from Succee Magazine describes a revival at Bustunta with Brother Johnson striving to move toward religion. The minister, Rowe, appears cautious as attendees attempt to commit to faith, while the scene hints at struggle and conversion amid disorderly speech.
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Bustunta
Johnson
Kong
Fmst
Rowe Weurily
Dadiex
Geutivintin
Farmer Corvtessel and Plodding Pete Offer Work Pact
A Washington Star cartoon caption shows Farmer Corvtessel proposing a two dollar daily wage for work, while Plodding Pete resists, claiming his hefty labor would not be worth it and noting his conscience despite poverty.
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Farmer Corvtessel
Pete
Washington Star
Stray Stories Exchange Confiding Banter
A brief exchange reveals a humorous continuity in a daily romance nod. The couple toys with a repeated birthday echo as one partner recalls the recurring gift and the other confirms its familiarity with gentle affection.
Beware of Ointments and Hall's Catarrh Core
Warns against mercury ointments harming the sense of smell and body systems. Promotes Hall's Catarrh Core from F J Chenoney Co Toledo as a mercury free internal remedy. Claims testimonials are free and pills for constipation are offered by a druggist.
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Hall
F. J. Chenoney & Co
Toledo
Ohio
F. J. Cheney & Co
Why Growth Slows In Early Life
A historical note explains why a child’s weight gain slows with age. Birth six pounds half, end of year one eighteen and a half, year two twenty three, gains shrink each year as stomach and intestine cannot grow as fast as the body. Growth slows due to nutrient absorption limits and changing energy priorities, with adults allocating more energy to living activities.
Mansfeld Tour Incident Sparks Chicago Scene Fallout
In a Chicago performance mishap, Mansfeld confronts a failing actor and laments a ruined scene. The crowd witnesses tension as the star promises separation from a co star next season amid rumors of failed ventures and strained relations in the Broadway troupe.
His Pornesty Tested. New York jockey under fire for race fixing
A New York horseman, Frank Work, questions a jockey's honesty after three committee appearances accused of selling races. Work quotes a critic who doubts any jockey can remain straight under such scrutiny, highlighting ongoing concerns about integrity in racing.
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Frank Work
Sae
New York
Mark Prooin
Hint Emee
Mr Work
America
Familiar Rebuff Seals The Lovers Formal Demeanor
In a scene from Puck a man attempts familiar kisses but is met with the woman's chilly refusal. She states no familiarities while he maintains wit and composure, bowing and departing with an easy air despite the social tension.
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Puck
Mystery Woman Sent to Insane Asylum Says Farmer
In a rural chat, a farmer laments news that his wife Sarah has been taken to an insane asylum. He questions how she could have gone crazy after years spent at home, noting she hardly left the kitchen in twenty years.
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Tlram
Sarah
Joe
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Mary Coffing
Attica
J. Loeb’s
C. S. Douglass
Danville
William Brissey
Steam Corner
Haif
Newtown
Mayer’s Hardware Store
Francis Smith
West
Lebanon
Mrs. O. M. Gardner
Mellott
Claud Dean
Edna
Wm Dennis
Midred
L. S. Lever
Charles Gardner
M. Mayer
Fourth and
Jefferson Streets
Shaff's
North Side
T. A. Clifton
S. G. Pomeroy
Wabash
Niagara Falls
Veedersburg
Ops
Will Price
Oliver Blakely
Gardner
South Sixth Street
J. Loeb's
William Wils'n
J Jesse Willett
Maczella Arter
Fort Wayne
Ethel Vonborg
Paul Gosset
Roy Rogers
Nellie Rogers
Russel Sink
Graham
Seymore
William Cline
Martha A. Cline
The
Fountain Trust Company
Martin H. Clark
Thos. Houpt and Wife
Perrysville
Dr. Hicks
Will Murray
Madrid
Minnie Donaldson
Hillsboro
That City
M.boord
M. Boord
Jos. Wirth
Alan Shaff
Louis Sweet
Boy Scouts
Fountain
Dr. Fox
Dougherty
Benton County
James Bingham
Ann Stuart
James Everly
H. Z. Waterman
M. Boords
Louise Shesley
At. Donoven
John E. Briggs
Williamsport
Carnival
Marion Sheperds
Stone Bluff
Clint Beggs
M. E
O. H Harden
Orval Harden
Fithian, I
Covington Canning Ca
Twau
Indiana
Oxford Gazette
Fletcher
Lehigh Portland
Covingtone Canning Co
Mr. Merton
First Presbyterian Church
H K Fox
Heaven
Tor Ald Mansfeld
Mansfeld
Chicago
Felios
Mansfeld Wocmner
Dash
Arrains
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