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Newspaper
Covington Republican
Location
Covington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 27, 1900
Page
1
The Ninth district Democratic Convention met in Crawfordsville Tuesday and nominated Capt. D. F. Allen by acclimation after Harney withdrew. The gathering faced internal strife over Allen as an expansionist and Philippines veteran, with notes on attendance, speeches, and local reactions. The piece also reports Republican notes and upcoming Fountain county conventions.
The Mill Creek township school commencement was held Saturday afternoon in a grove east of Kingman. Twenty four graduates presented strong work under strong heat with Miss Katie Suttles leading a seven graduate class from Fulton township. local trustees and Republican leaders received praise for educational progress and community virtues amid a crowded attendance and festive decor.
In the district many praise Hon I E Schoonover for the judgeship nomination on the Democratic ticket. Supporters cite his legal mind and extensive experience, arguing he would make a capable and respected judge in higher courts. Community voices note his strong record and readiness to serve if offered the race.
Eugene Shackrow eleven of Danville suffered a severe accident near Wabash tracks when he and friends tried to board a fast freight. His left hand was amputated above the wrist and three fingers of the right hand were removed. The right knee cap was severely cut and may end his mobility. He is the son of widow Mrs Selma Shackrow. Mayer's advertises American Woven Wire Fencing for inspection.
Ralph C. Bates lecture at the M E church was postponed due to the storm and moved to Monday night at the church. Sea bills follow later with further notices.
In Hillsboro Times the note shows Brother Clifton advertising for a dining room girl. The item hints at a job posting tied to the Republican era setting and local office affairs.
In a spirited exchange, the Covington Republican and a one-eyed editor trade barbs over accuracy, with the Republican defending truthfulness and quipping There you are. The Times of Stillboro comments on the dispute as an amusing local skirmish.
The following licenses have been issued: Ralph J. Bogan and Siva Canagey. Simeon Mingick and Lennie Ladiow. Gray and Artie M. Philpott. James S. Townsley and Nora A. Kiger. Henry J. Sculef and Myrtle Perry.
The fortieth annual fair of the Fountain Warren and Vermillion Trotting and Agricultural Association will be held at Covington Indiana August 21 23 and 24 1909. Managers hope to hold a first class fair in all respects and invite the public. Premium list and entry blanks to W Ward Secretary Covington Ind.
Tuesday evening’s heavy rain caused widespread damage across the area. Flooding filled streams and damaged bridges, including the track near the Big Four depot and the fair grounds. Despite extensive erosion, no changes are planned to the schedule.
The West Lebanon Gazette is sold Monday to S. G. Pomeroy from John B. Mavity who ran the paper for years. Pomeroy, a practical printer with strong training, will move to his new role as owner while Mavity accepts the Cambridge Chronicle post and leaves for his new field. Grover's grocery pays top prices for poultry and eggs.
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