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Covington Republican

Location

Covington, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jun 10, 1904

Page

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Two Little Conventions At Fowler Nominating Goodwine

In Fowler on Monday two small conventions fought over the joint Senatorial race. Fountain County backed Caldwell while Warren backed Goodwine, with Benton county split. final result renominated Fremont Goodwine for Joint Senator and Caldwell carried Fountain votes amid a lively scene at the opera house.

Fowler Fountain County Omer Ratcliff Llo Clock & m Judicial Court House Opera House O. B. Ratcliff Jos. Sleeper Oxford John R. Crash West Lebanon Attorney Barce Indianapolis News Wm. Blodgett Benton County Warren County Breemont Goodwine Oliver Perry Lewis Crempacker Lewis United States Senate Warren Benton Fountain Crompacker Goodwine Indiana Fremont Goodwine Fred Gemmer Wiley A. §. Peacock Attica Charles Berry Veedereburg News Fairbanks Beveridge Roosevelt Hanly Committee On Rules and Reports Harry J. Caldwell Eli Seinsbury Williamaport Goodwins Caldwell W. 2d. Roe J. C. LaLee Hisses

Murdered by the saloons ends a young blacksmith life

Henry Hendrickson watched his son George Hendrickson die after drinking two ounces of carbolic acid in a city tale of drink and ruin. George, 26, once a promising blacksmith, had joined the Baptist church but fell to strong drink and evil associations. He sought poison after a drunken spell, died at home after 8 p.m., with his father declaring the saloons murdered him. Funeral set for 2:30 p.m. today as the bereaved family grieves.

George Hendrickson Henry Hendrickson Wright Block Clinton Street George Wm. Fyan Baptist Church Miles Cook’s James Lewis Buckner’s Dennis’ Grocery Sam Martin Henry George. Hendrickson

Burglary at Joe Steeley's apartments leads to arrest

Between 11 and 12 Monday night a burglar cut through two doors at Joe Steeley's apartments above his saloon. Brownie Williams was traced, arrested at Sullivan's restaurant, and brought to court after admitting guilt. A gun and silver match box stolen were recovered. Bond set at 500 dollars. trial scheduled for September.

Joe Steeley Steely Simmerman Brownie Williams Danville Veedersburg Wertz Walker Sullivan’s Heat Steeley Miles

Personal Loans Offered for Short Term Security

Advertisement notes 83 500 available to place on good personal security for eight months or less. Contact Little & Jones for details and availability.

Oress Little & Jones

Commencement Exercises for Troy and Shawnee Town Ships

Six graduates are named for the commencements to be held Thursday evening June 16 at Newcastle Church Shawnee Township. Rev Gonner will give the class address and the Whittier orchestra of Attica will provide music.

Troy Shawnee Newcastle Church Shawnee Township Gonner Whittier Orchestra of Attica

Shoe sale speeds along as stocks run low

Shoppers snap up bargains at a local sale with many sizes claimed already. Bargain prices attract crowds, and early shoppers report steeper discounts on athletic and casual footwear.

Fifteen Covington High Graduates Receive Diplomas

The 1904 Covington High School class held its graduation at the M. E. Church on Friday evening. Fifteen students, thirteen from the annual class and two midyear members, received diplomas. Three class spokesmen delivered orations, the class address was by Dr Edwin H. Hughes of De Pauw, and Superintendent Kaufman gave a cost and value of education presentation. The Stilwell orchestra provided music and a ladies quartet offered selections as the church was full despite threatening weather.

Covington Igh School M. E Aes Toin Puscaen Ruby A. Bright Iaa N. Cadwallader James S. McMahon John W. Lewis Earl F. Marlatte Ralph M. Sullivan Flora H. Lusader Elizabeth A. MacComas Iona M. Smail Helena W. Prether Gordon Ost John W. Cade Adda Clifton Myrtle Munger Ruth Miles Miss Cadwallader Edwin H. Hughes de Pauw Kaufman Stilwell Hunter Bryant Miles Towey

Pleasant social at Christian Church event

A fragment notes refreshments were served by the Christian Church people and that a pleasant time was enjoyed by all. The text conveys a small community gathering with cordial participation and warm reception. The incomplete report records social hospitality and enjoyment without additional specifics.

Lulu E Goodnow weds Winfield N Healer at Mellott

The marriage took place May 26 at James B Leighty's home in Mellott with Lulu E Goodnow and Winfield N Healer as the couple. Beulah Hesler played the organ and justice M V Younter performed the ceremony for a small invited gathering. Light refreshments followed.

James B. Leighty Mellott Lulu E Winfield N. Healer Veedersburg Beulah Hesler M. VY. Younter Veleegbateyte

Ladies Silk Skirts and Jackets at J Loebs Stores

Ladies silk skirts and jackets advertised at J Loebs Stores with a selection of fashionable garments. Prices and styles emphasized to attract shoppers to the department sections.

J. Loeb’s

Bond Names For Price Burglary Case

The list shows individuals who signed bond for James P. Price on a burglary charge, amounting to $500 for his appearance at the next court term. Names include Ed Hont Oliver M. Coffing Oliver S. Jones Chas A Brown James Furnish Leander Hawkins A Hawkins C B Ward Willie Wilson John W Deth Romine J O McCoy O Ward Mose Clawson Samuel Romine John R DeHaven James T Beil Philip Hunt T A Clifton.

James P. Price Ed Hont Oliver M. Coffing Oliver S. Jones Chas. A. Brown James Furnish Leander Hawkins A. Hawkins C. B. Ward Willie Wilson John W. Deth Romine J. O. McCoy O. Ward Mose Clawson Samuel Romine John R. DeHaven James T. Beil Philip Hunt T. A. Clifton

Ready Madé Suits At J Loebs Stores

Ladies find the Ready Madé suits on display at J Loebs Stores with stylish designs and accessible prices for the season.

J. Loeb’'s

Chautauqua Lectures Begin On June 12 At Covington Fair

Sunday afternoon at 3 o clock at Covington Fair grounds Edward Ellis Carr will present The Coming Revolution. June 19 Dr Liston Bass will lecture Sowing His Wild Oats. July 26 J W Coom Lectures Heroes and Heroin July 10 Wim S Jewel Mr Carr. Music by Stilwell Orchestra. Single admission 25 cents. Season tickets 50 cents at Henselman and 60 cents at the gate. Teams free. Ladies and Children Shoes at J Loeb stores.

Covington Fair Grounds Edward Ellis Carr Liston Bass J. W. Coom Wim S. Jewel Henselman

Wedding of Miss McComas to Sumner in Hillsboro area

The town notes the marriage of Miss McComas of this city to Sumner of Hillsboro. Details on date and venue are not fully readable in the fragment.

Miss McComas Sumner Hillsborowa

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Crumpacker Cote Quick Antal Me ‘Es E. B. Goodnow Hesler-Leighty Loeb’s Stores Meharry Grove Meharry’s Grove Price Ladies’ and Children Shoes
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