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Newspaper
Covington Republican
Location
Covington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 21, 1913
Page
1
An exhibit of work by the Industrial School’s young girls will be held in the council chamber Saturday afternoon. The management invites all interested in the development of the girls to visit and view the projects completed.
Jerry Rector and Archie Brewer were accused of stealing a cord of stove wood and a large canvas near Attica on September 15, 1912. They were brought before the Attica mayor for a preliminary hearing and bound over to the circuit court, but the court found the defendants not guilty.
The death of T. M. Rinn left no will, though he made two or three earlier drafts that were later destroyed. The estate, valued between sixty thousand and a hundred seventy five thousand dollars, will be divided among five heirs by agreement or court. He had substantial funds at Reed bank and significant property in North Dakota.
Margarette Rinn suffered severe burns while fighting a house fire caused by wind driven flames from Big Four tracks. She tripped in weeds and was saved by men who quickly extinguished the flames on her clothing. She was taken to Mrs. Mary Nebeker’s home and, though badly burned, is improving under a doctor’s care.
High winds last Friday noon fanned a fire near the Big Four tracks at the Worth Reed tract fronting Liberty street. The blaze swept dry grass to the J. M. Rion buildings as residents gathered to aid, driven by gusts described as a gale. Initial sparks from a noon passenger engine were ruled unlikely after a witness, Mrs. Lawrence Martin, reported a man starting the blaze with a match before fleeing. The rapid response partially checked the spread before authorities confined it to the area.
Mrs. Sarah Butler known as Grandma Butler died Sunday evening at 4 after months of pneumonia and age. Survived by son Charles Butler of West Lebanon and two daughters Mrs Scott Blangy of Williamsport and Mrs Walter Higginbotham Bar rens, plus relatives. Husband Robb Butler died three years ago. Funeral Tuesday at Christian church at one o clock, Rev. Phillips officiating. Interment in local cemetery.
A Covington Commercial News item reports a local committee named Onlé Hund red forming to aid the Mayor and police in enforcing the city liquor law. The group claims to have a majority, promising punishment for offenders and third degree questioning of intoxicated individuals. Several chronic drinkers have already received 80 to 90 day penalties, with some leaving drink evidence to provoke the dry faction and heighten tensions in the city.
Clyde Ridge a prominent young barber in Danville was badly injured when his razor severed his nose while entering his shop. Seven stitches on each side were needed and he will be off work for days. Ridge disputes the account, claiming a pine board strike caused facial injuries while he was breaking it up for girdling.
The Uniform Bank of Indiana will join with Illinois at Danville in August for a two state encampment. Brigadier General W B Gray plans to take 2000 Indiana Knights. Danville funds the event with $4200 for prizes. The encampment may be at Lincoln park and a large crowd is expected.
The Epworth League hosted the second entertainment in a series at the Methodist church on Saturday evening with the W. V. Best Concert Co. as the main attraction. Vera McClure read from the Garden of Allah, Helen Legg sang contralto solos, Kathleen Bunker accompanied on the harp and performed harp pieces. The ladies stayed through Sunday and provided special music at morning services.
Mrs. L P Little learned by word Saturday morning of the death of her half brother Fred Yarnell in a Chicago hospital from pneumonia. M Board went to Chicago to bring the body and arrived Monday night. The remains were taken to the Little home where brief services were held at 2 15 Tuesday afternoon and interment followed at Fountain, the deceased’s former home.
At the Family Theatre tonight the Greek historic poem The Odyssey will be shown as a high class film depicting early Greek history. The Midnight Express plays Tuesday night with sensational reception. thousands have attended these shows.
A limited time offer by J and Lippincott Company Philadelphia provides 15 months of Lippincott s Magazine and one year of Covington Republican for 3 00. Readers receive 15 novels 105 short stories 45 timely articles poems and Walnuts and Wine each month. Remit to J B Lippincott Company Washington Square Philadelphia Pa.
A brief notice states J Loeb's store provides clothing tailored to customer specifications with meticulous attention to small detail. The ad emphasizes custom wares and bespoke fittings available at the shop.
The M E Sunday School will conduct its annual Easter Silver Dollar Offering next Sunday morning with special music and a large attendance expected. All teachers and members are urged to attend, as the pastor will preach on suitable subjects. Afternoon services will be held at the Bend, and the Second Quarterly Conference meets Monday at 7 30 PM.
The Craven bill passed, increasing the state levy by 14 cents per $100. The general fund levy drops from 9 to 7 cents, benevolent institutions rise from 5 to 10 cents, and educational levies move from 2 34 to 7 cents. Education now gains procurement via levy, reducing annual appropriations needs, while benevolent funding strains the general fund by about $700,000 or more.
In Covington a long held tough reputation is being challenged as civic life improves. A new public conscience grows with city officials policing vice and women, led by a prominent bridge club member, urging reform. Her stance against prizes marks a turning point for wives and mothers in moral progress.
Hugh Emerson aged 19 of Oxford was killed Sunday near Templeton after attempting to board a moving freight train on his way home from a Templeton visit. The train, traveling about 35 miles per hour, severed his head.
The Chicago Lamm & Company tailoring house sends one of its top cutters to J Logs Store to measure men and young men for suits overcoats pants vests and more on Thursday March 27 Friday 28 and Saturday 29. Visit to inspect woolens and place orders.
Perrence Parish, son of Mr and Mrs Alva Parish, was shot in the breast Monday night near Wesley crossing after returning from Waynetown. Bloodhounds traced a trail to neighbors Garland Brown and Owen MacMurray, rivals of Parish, who deny involvement. Parish is expected to recover.
Mrs. Rachel Henderson Fields wife of John Fields of Mound township died after a six hour illness from brain hemorrhage. She was about 61 years old and left a husband four daughters and many relatives. Services led by Rev Skelton from the Fields home and interment in Mound Cemetery followed. She fell ill after a social evening with husband and neighbors.
Mrs Loutie Turner milliner on Taird street announces a special Easter millinery sale with very low prices to help everyone get a new hat. The event runs Friday and Saturday March 21 and 22 at her shop.
City of Covington Indiana warns that all intoxicating liquors held in quantities beyond personal or family use will be confiscated and destroyed on April 1 1913. The order applies to any building or place within the city limits.
The Leader received about fifteen canaries imported from a New York firm by express on Tuesday morning. Each bird comes in a small square woolen cage and is sold at cost of $2.00. Every canary is guaranteed to sing beautifully and bring cheer at home.
Earl Shular formerly of the Hillsboro Times and Newtown Enterprise died at his Hillsboro home Friday at 3 pm from consumption after a period of illness. Funeral and burial were held Sunday. His passing brings regret to many friends across the county.
Easter will be observed with special church music by the choir and a solo by Mrs. Lee Murray. The Easter Pilgrim will be the pastor’s theme. Parents desiring infant baptism should confer with the pastor. The Young Ladies Choir presents a service of song for evening worship. The pastor will speak briefly on Huister Spring Song. The evening offering benefits Gyos? Missions.
The 1915 Ford models Touring car priced at 8020.00 and Torpedo Roadster at 3340.00 promoted as durable in varied conditions. Visit Price & Tharp garage for reception and demonstration.
Mrs. Melissa Ritchey and children thank friends and neighbors for kindness during the illness and death of their husband and father. May God bless each and every one.
Melvin Lee Minick son of George and Vesta Minick born September 29 1902 died March 17 1913 at City hospital Indianapolis due to consumption aged 10 years 5 months and 18 days He leaves a father three brothers and numerous relatives and friends his mother having died months earlier.
A large driving horse suitable for general farm work advertised for sale. Cash or a good note offered. Contact O. S. Douglass in Covington Indiana for details.
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