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Newspaper
Covington Republican
Location
Covington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1907
Page
3
The article analyzes school finances from 1903 to 1907, arguing the tuition fund shortfall prompted a 15 cent levy increase and noting how valuation changes affected funding. It contends prior boards oversaw deficits while the current board cut certain departments, raising questions about policy and efficiency.
Notice to hunters reminds that any hunting beyond rabbits on own land requires a license. Licenses are not issued by the Commissioner of Fisheries and Game this year but by Circuit Clerks of each county except Marion. Blank applications available from the Circuit Clerk in each county.
Norval Smith purchased brood sows at Lukens & Fires sale in the Northeast part of the state and a fine male hog from Tuscola Illinois. Peach Valley Stock Farm maintains its reputation for good stock with these purchases. He also bought a Scotch Collie female dog with hopes of raising fine dogs.
Sabbath School at 9 30 Sunday morning Children's Day program Sunday evening Bend church preaching 2 30 Sunday afternoon and 10 40 Sunday morning Sermon by Dr J H Palmer in accord with the W C T U work.
Shoppers discover value in Oxfords for men women and children at W B Colemans located on the East side square. Wide selection with affordable prices highlighted for everyday wear and special occasions.
Wallace Rogers died Saturday evening at his brother John Rogers home northwest of town after weeks of illness. Born October 30 1848 he was 53 years 7 months and 22 days old. He married Susan White February 29 1872 and left a wife one son three sisters one brother and many relatives. Funeral at John Rogers home at 2 p.m. Monday with Rev. J H Palmer. Sand Hill cemetery interment.
Local shopper notices table linens and napkins offered by W. B. Coleman's on the east side square. The ad promotes available household textiles and related wares for home use.
Mont Boord a popular furniture dealer and Mrs Mary Crenshaw of Muncie were married Wednesday June 26 at a friends home near Lexington Kentucky while Mrs Crenshaw was visiting. They will live in Mr Boords Pearl street home until their Fifth street residence is finished. Mrs Crenshaw formerly Miss Mary Tipton daughter of attorney W A Tipton a former local resident. The couple are long time playmates and their friends extend congratulations.
Albert T. Webber 52, a former printer who worked at this paper, died Tuesday afternoon last week at the home of Will H. Thompson after a brief illness. He never married and was survived by Conrad Webber and Mrs. John Duncan and Mrs. Miller of Lafayette. Funeral services by Rev. Palmer were held Thursday afternoon June 20 at Mt Hope Cemetery. Straw hat of any sort at J. Loeb's Store.
Hon W E Livengood prominent attorney buys a twenty four horsepower Maxwell automobile costing over 2000 dollars. The car will arrive today and will be the finest in the area as he enjoys a vacation and plans to learn auto operation.
Mary Brasker widow of James Brasker died at her home in lower Warren county after a long illness. She was 43 and survived by a husband and small family with many relatives. Funeral services were held at Benson Chapel on Sunday at 2 50 p m with interment in Lynch cemetery North Vermillion county. The family has the sympathy of all.
Three suits were filed Saturday in the county investigation matter by expert J. M. Martin and his attorneys. One target is ex-auditor Charles Stewart for 7768.70, another ex-treasurer H. C. Martin for 8075.93, and a third ex-treasurer Samuel Clark for 13648.19. others remain to be filed and all cases head for the September term alongside the suit against ex-auditor Ferguson.
Classified note inviting readers with farms to contact Wilkey & Bonebrake in Covington Indiana for sale or trade opportunities.
The marriage licenses issued during the past week include John Hancock and Mrs. Katie Keller, Fred S. Purnell and Elizabeth S. Shoaf, Latimore E. Davidson and Chester EB, Albert Peek and Etta Shultz, William A. Baker and Mabel Lee, William W. Light and Anna S. Wolfe, and Henry Nelson and Anna Stewart.
The Baptist church society hosted a reception in its city church parlors for Pastor Rev. J. W. Rhodes and his bride. The decor featured flowers and vines, with solos songs and refreshments enhancing the social event and introductions to the bride. About a small group of church members and guests attended a pleasant evening.
The gun club held a very enjoyable practice Tuesday afternoon with Ford and Frame visiting from West Lebanon to train with the boys. Dr Hicks broke 24 of 25 blue rocks.
Good furniture polish family from Covington visiting J L Schulenberg on Oak Street. Ras Vickery at Soldiers Home hospital in Danville for limb treatment. Celestia Froyd and daughter Cathcart of Indianapolis guest of Sam Wells. Ruth Board Attica post office clerk receives $200 raise to 3500.
Startrand Shoes offered exclusively at W. B. Coleman's on East side square. Sale highlights limited to that location.
Marx Herzog sends Judge Schoonover a fine gold headed cane engraved with the date of their marriage. The judge is described as having a soft heart. Mrs. W. J. Lippert and her children from Canton Ohio visit Mrs. Lippert's parents Mr. and Mrs. Jack McCoy in the city, with her arrival expected this week.
A. C. Crooks mail clerk on the Wabash line and his Toledo wife visited Dr. Sailor and wife over Sunday. Mrs. Crooks is sister to Mrs. Sailor. The home team played Westville again Sunday, winning 12 to 1, with the home team scoring the dozen. Covington is playing excellent ball this season.
The Clover Leaf has added two extra trains and travelers are advised to check the correct timetable published in this paper for updated schedule and travel planning.
Miss Oral Claypool of Bethany Missouri and Miss Goldie Claypool of Saybrook Illinois spend two weeks at the home of their uncle M. M. Young east of the city.
An early Sunday morning fire struck the Veedersburg north side butcher shop and grocery store. The blaze was extinguished with only minor damage and no injuries reported.
Mrs Coggins and daughter Ruth of Coal Creek visit friends in Wichita Kansas and plan to travel to Colorado Springs while in the West. They will be away for several weeks. The item notes that newspapers rarely admit errors, citing the Hillsboro Times as a notable example last week.
Several members were unable to attend the annual outing and the picnic was not held last week. A new date will be set if the event is held.
The Attica Ledger’s last week report titled Situation at Shawnee is cited as typical of its method to pressure opponents. Wilkey and Bonebrake of Covington claim they will sell or trade city property if given the chance.
Henry Nelson aged 40 of Dansville Illinois and Anna Stewart aged 32 of Terre Haute were married shortly after 1 PM by Justice Simms in the Clerk's office on Wednesday. Several witnesses attended the ceremony in what was described as an interesting scene.
M Mitchell opened his Monarch Circus on Saturday presenting a splendid outfit and world class performers. Each act earned praise and was a credit to any road show. He soon joined a carnival company in Monticello LJ.
A doctor purchases a new Horseman auto buggy priced around 700 dollars. The vehicle is described as a sturdy top buggy with an auto attachment that rides smoothly, promising excellent service and reduced horse care.
The premium book for the Fourth Annual Kingman Fair, issued by the Kingman Star office, showcases the fair’s diverse departments and advertising. It notes a large event planned for September 26, 1907, with C. H. Ratcliff as secretary and J. E. Maris as president.
Mound township held its twenty fourth annual commencement exercises in Benson Chapel on Wednesday with music by the Youngblood Quartette. Three graduates Newton Gahan Newell Gahan and Viva P Taylor gave fine orations while F W Boyd delivered the class address. Diplomas were presented by County Superintendent Kyans amid a fitting closing to the school year.
Master John E Purple, nine, son of Edward Purple, came home Monday for a brief visit with his father and family. After his mother’s death he was sent to Knightstown Orphans Home and returned cheerful and spry. He enjoys his home and associations.
William McKenzie of Pine Village drowned Sunday in Pine creek while with pleasure seekers. He was about 26 years old and recently married.
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