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Newspaper
Covington Republican
Location
Covington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 06, 1900
Page
1
A Kingman column forecasts a generally hot July with multiple storm periods from the 3rd, 6th–7th, 12th, 18th, and late month, predicting few heavy rains but possible local cloud bursts and strong thunder. Community notices report Mesers Kiwell and Norris seeking funds to open a wagon road to Veedersburg, with about $50 left to raise of $1835, plus several marriage licenses issued by County Clerk H. G. Schlosser.
In Warsaw Indiana Judge Biggs ruled a blanket remonstrance signed by attorney power of attorney for Leesburg voters invalid against a liquor license applicant. A general power to sign all remonstrances was deemed not valid, and the case proceeds to the Indiana Supreme Court for final decision.
The marriage of Emil Kunke and Nellie M. Neal was celebrated at the Neal residence by Rev Tlunter. The ceremony drew a small intimate group. Mrs. Tillie Reeves played the wedding march and guests included James Reeves and others. The bride wore wedding blue with white satin trimming. Kunke, a German American, and his father manage the Chase farm. the bride came from Indianapolis last year.
A Covington item describes a man posting as a bachelor banker seeking a wife. The story recounts a speculative tale about The Citizens' National Bank of Attica and a wife hunt, ending with a hurried marriage to Miss Anna Fenters in Fowler and celebrations by neighbors.
Linden Indiana notices announce the Pithannass reunion of the Gird Lud. Vul. Inf t will meet in Linden on August 15 and 16. All members urged to attend with respect. W. E. 8Layers Corisec Linden. P. S. Hurrah for Gurbiourrah for Me and Teddy. The latest in suite for ladies at Loebs.
For hats caps trunks and valises go to Loeb's stores offering a wide selection at reasonable prices.
Last Wednesday afternoon a group including Mack Adamson N G Harlow W P Hart and Dr C L Myers enjoyed a picnic near Carwile's schoolhouse. Edward Murphy of Covington Indiana and Miss Elvesa Miller of State Line Indiana wed at 5 15 pm in the Coburn library with few witnesses. The bride wore a gown of cream woven goods with matching accessories.
Hon W. P. Rhodes of Williamsport, brother of J. M. Rhodes, fell to paralysis at 2 o’clock Tuesday morning at his home. He is in critical condition, conscious but unable to speak or move, with hoped rapid improvement.
The Boord family held a Fourth of July reunion at the old Bood homestead where Ed McLean lives. A fine dinner was served and a McKinley Roosevet pole was raised marking the event.
Reports from Kansas City include U S Donaldson of Covington Ips and captain Ro Claypol umpiring at the Emporium. Public notices announce Craig and Coffing dissolution with J W Craig as sole proprietor. Perrysville Fourth praised with prize winners and bridge abutment ceremony. Covington social scene highlighted with clubs planning Cedar Lake camp and officers listed. Editorials cite political debates at Carthage Missouri and Democratic race in the Ninth district with Crawfordsville Harney and others contending for nomination.
The state finance board决定 to pay 350. WW of 3 per cent bonds plus 453,090 5 per cent bonds to Purdue and the State University and 25,615 1 per cent stake certificates. Interest had been stopped long ago with owners unknown. Total debt reaches 1,490,512. The payment reduces interest, saving 275 per month at 3 per cent.
The Danville veteran and former editor of the Danville Commercial and Saturday Opinion died after a long journalism career impaired by illness. He leaves numerous mourners. King and Elgin Butterine advertised at Boyd's Grocery.
Evangelist Reed of the M E church concluded a two week series last Sunday evening. The closing night showed heightened interest with about thirty conversions, mainly young people. The meetings helped unify city churches and several collections for Reed totaled 32 dollars and a few cents.
A local party of young residents including Fred Bel and Lyon Spinning spent the day in a pleasant Fourth of July excursion. After noon they built a small table from found timber and shared a meal before returning home via Perrysville to join the local celebration for several hours.
The list names George Babb Mrs Joha Gasaway Sra N d Thompson and Mr Henry Welch with a note to mention advertised when calling. F W Born P M. The latest in hats for men and boys.
The Battle Grounds camp meeting runs August 2 to 16 with evangelist Rev Bred erwolf from Logansport. Sunday sermons include Rev C. F. Creigatoo of Columbus in the morning and Rev AH Gobin of Depauw in the afternoon. On the second Sabbath Bishop I W Joyce of Minneapolis preaches in the morning and Rev K Halstead of Frankfort in the afternoon. Northwest Conference ministers lead daily services.
Describes the Southwest Missouri and Northwest Arkansas region along the Frisco Line as prime farming, grazing, and mineral country. Promises vast cheap lands, strong prospects for homeseekers and capitalists, and offers free descriptive literature from Bryan Snyder, G. P. A. Frisco Line, St. Louis.
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