Covington’s Early Settlement and Pioneers Chronicle
The article traces Covington’s origins from 1826 with founder Irine Coleman and earlier squatters like John Gillman and Joseph Griffith. It notes the Beit settlement and others in nearby townships shaping Covington’s growth, including David Raches who opened Covington’s first hotel and a log house built near the jail site.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wile Covington
Hiory
Irinae Coleman
John Gillman
Joseph Griffith
Jason Barter
Secon
Joseph Shean
Indianapolis
Gilman
Griffiths
Cartel Lorders
Covington Pioneers Shaped By Long-Lost Business Leaders
The passage recalls early Covington figures who built the town’s commerce and life, naming many merchants and professionals from Covington and Bend settlements. It notes their descendants remain today and reflects on how life and enterprise intertwine, leaving lasting impressions beyond plaques and graves.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Covington
Covinetos
Davis and
Wabish
van Maven
Mieneer
Scouts Return Trip Through Covington Bright in Spirit
A company of 17 Boy Scouts en route from Louisville to Chicago passed through Covington Monday. They were in good spirits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boy Scout
Louisville
Chicago
Covington
Fifth Street Christian Church Sunday Services
Services at Fifth Street Christian Church on Sunday July 23 include Bible School at 10 a m, sermons at 11 a m and 7 30 p m, with special music at all services. Public invited. Minister O W McGaughey.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fifth Street Christian Church
O. W. McGaughey
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REX Battery CO
West Side Square
Douglas and Selz-Schwab
Albert Hegg & Sons
Covington, Ind
Strength—Safety Service
THE
Citizens Bank
East Side Square
Covington, Indiana
Clark & Rusk
Furnas
Morgan
Rogers Park
Engle & Evans
Prop
DELCO
Mid-West Co
McClerg
Fletcher
Indiana
Grand Canyon
Devil’s Kitchen
Twin Springs
Cave
S. B. Longstreth
Robb’s Jewelry Store
Man
Judge Rawles
Andrew Ingram
Daniel Rogers
John McKinney
Frank Merrell
Dr. Hamilton
Jacob Tice
Charles Stafford
J. M. Nicholes
R. M. Nebeker
Abraham Gish
J. M. Adamson
J. G. Hardy
Allens
Gardners
Bend
Hfe
Hastings
North Side Square
MAYER
Aluminum
Winchester
Clover Allike
Timothy
Covington and Foster
D. J. Young & CO
House of Quality
Edison Diamond
Victrolas
Covington Music Co
East Side
Fountain County
Mens Palm Beach
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