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Covington Republican

Location

Covington, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Mar 31, 1905

Page

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Sims Seeks Nomination for Secretary of State Without Opposition

Fred Sims of Frankfort seeks the Republican nomination for secretary of state, aided by six years on the state committee and current post as secretary of the Republican state committee. Analysts note a likely clean field similar to Dan Storms in 1902 as opponents withdraw, with Frank I Grubbs as the only potential challenger.

Fred Sims Frankfort State Committee State Republican Committee Fred Simis Republican State Committee Dan Storms Lafayette Storms Indiana Sims Frank I. Grubbs

A Jolly Surprise for Bend M E Church Family

The Bend M E Church Ladies Aid surprised Mr. David Ferguson and family with a Tuesday visit at their home north of the city. Each brought a full basket and a fine dinner followed, enjoyed by all attendees including Emma Everly Cinnie VanDorn Helen Inez Gapin Kate Diffenderfer Mary Blythe Allie Black Mary Smith Kathryn Mary Diffenderfer Pet Bilsland Sarah Huffer Lela Bilsland Ivy Black and other members Mrs Shelby Mrs Ferguson and Miss McBride.

David Ferguson Ladies Aid Society Bend M.E Mesdames Emma Everly Cinnie VanDorn Helen Inez Gapin Kate Diffenderfer Mary Blythe Allie Black Mary Smith Kathryn Mary Diffenderfer Pet Bilsland Sarah Huffer Lela Bilsland Ivy Black Mr. Ferguson Shelby Mrs. Ferguson Miss McBride Aid Society

Fire damages Rhodes residence on Fourth street

A fire Tuesday around 6 am badly damaged Sam Rhodes home on Fourth street. Fire spread under the kitchen roof. neighbors raised an $8 purse and the loss is estimated at about 200 dollars with no insurance. Mrs Helen Vyse notes low prices in millinery.

Sam Rhodes Fourth Street Rhodes Helen Vyse

Earle Wilfley to Lecture at Presbyteran Church Tonight

The Decatur News reports a full house at the Presbyterian church as Earle Wilfley delivered a varied program. His Poe Raven drew strong praise for its grace and drama and attendees were urged not to miss tonight's performance by the renowned lecturer.

Earle Wilfley Presbyterian Church Decatur News Poe Raven Mr. Wilfley

Rubber tire service offered by J. L. Allen & Son

J. L. Allen & Son announce a rubber tire machine in place and ready to fit all sizes at reasonable prices. They stock tires and can install the same day wheels are brought in, inviting rubber tire work. March 3, 8 wks.

J. L. Allen & Son

Death of Nicholas Ackerman a Danville Pioneer Passes

Nicholas Ackerman a longtime Danville resident died at his son Benjamin Ackerman s home in Danville Illinois on Wednesday of last week at about 65 years Born in Switzerland he lived here over forty years He was moved to Danville for medical care his body was brought back to the city on the noon train Friday and buried in the Catholic cemetery Surviving children include Mrs George S Hoyt Indian Territory Mrs H L Moody Benjamin Ackerman Danville Mrs Heyd Morris of this city and George Ackerman whose whereabouts are unknown

Nicholas Ackerman Benjamin Ackerman Danville Ill Switzerland George S. Hoyt Indian Territory H. L. Moody Heyd Morris This City George Ackerman

Covington Subsidy Vote for Electric Line Completion

Citizens urged to approve subsidies to complete Danville to Lafayette and Indianapolis to Danville electric lines. Local leaders say passing subsidies will bring the corridors within Covington and ensure the electric service extends to area residents.

Tf Covington Danville Lafayette Indianapolis Covington

First Copy of Acts 1904 05 Delivered for Distribution

The initial 1904 05 acts copy has been handed to the Secretary of State. It will be ready to distribute around April 15, and spans 866 pages. This issues about two weeks earlier than the previous cycle two years ago.

Barber Zeke Eans to Move Shop on North 4th Street

Zeke Eans will remove his barber shop to the Peters room on North 4th Street Monday. The space is being put in order and he invites all old customers and many new ones to call after Sunday.

Zeke Eans North 4Th Street

Easter Ball at Cardiff’s Hall by Nebeker Hose Company

The E H Nebeker Hose Company No 2 announces an Easter ball at Cardiff's hall on Monday evening April 24. Invitations are extended to all attendees.

E. H. Nebeker Hose Company No. 2 Cardiff

M. E. Church Announces April Meeting and Campaign

The third quarterly meeting shifts to April 16 with Dr. Kane of Wabash College preaching at 10:40 Sunday. Junior Cadets Volunteers meet at 3 p.m. Sunday. Summer campaign plans underway with 100 volunteers sought. Epworth League 6:30 p.m. Sunday subject Christian Nourishment II Tim 3 14 17. Dr. G W Miller to lead. Union service 7:30 p.m. Sunday subject Unfaithful Stewardship. Glee club gathering Friday the 6th.

Kane Wabash College Crawfordsville Epworth League G. W. Miller

Baptist Church Bible School and services schedule

The notice outlines Bible School at 9 30 Sunday morning with all welcome. Preaching on the first and third Sundays at 10 45 am and 7 30 pm. Midweek prayer Thursday at 7 50 pm. If morning services are canceled, a union service at the M E church, with regular evening service. Also mentions Mrs Helen Vyse’s millinery opening at The Leader featuring hats.

Bible School All Welcome the Baptist Church M. E. Church Helen Vyse The Leader

Open Letter Defends Electra Mining Stock in Covington

Joan B. Martin, financial agent of Electra Mining and Milling Company, challenges claims about the Electra Mining and Milling stock in a Covington Indiana open letter. He asserts strong value, says early investors can profit, and calls for investigation while noting remaining shares for equipment funding.

Covington Ind Republican Indiana Oregon Gold Mining Company Electra Mining and Mining Company Arizons Whch Electra Mining Company Arizona Electra Mining and Milling Company Electra Indiana Oregon Gold Mining Company Joan B. Martin

Happily Married in Wabash Township

Miss Virginia F. Brewer and F S Roman wed at the bride’s parents home in Wabash Township. The ceremony occurred at noon Sunday March 26 1905 with green and white decorations and a white rug as the couple exchanged vows. They will reside in Forest Indiana where Mr Roman will work in telegraphic service.

Virginia F. Brewer F.S. Roman Wabash Township R. V. Brewer E M. Brewer Rantoul Curtis Holland Kingman J. D. Orahood B. W. Brewer Ruby Hasty Neal Chatt Gilpin Forest Ind

Marriage Licenses Issued By Clerk Bryant

The clerk reports multiple marriage licenses issued since the last notice. Couples listed include Joseph A. Ennis and Albene L Musser. F Seam Roman and Virginia F Brewer. George W. Bracken and Margaret E Lowe. Marion Cooper and Lucinda Bils land. Manly H. Jones and Artie Barker. Frank Houts and Grace Bailey. George M. Hoagland and Ruth V. Ward. Thomas Page and Mia Jessie Roberta. Ab L. Groves and Bertha Hirsch. J Earnest Gage and Agnes Reich ard. Garfield Shade and Mary Gray.

Clerk Bryant Joseph A. Ennis Albene L Musser F. Seam Roman Virginia F. Brewer George W. Bracken Margaret E. Lowe Marion Cooper Lucinda Bilsland Manly H. Jones Artie M. Barker Frank Houts Grace Bailey George M. Hoagland Ruth V. Ward Thomas Page Mia Jessie Roberta Ab L. Groves Bertha Hirsch J. Earnest Gage Agnes Reichard Garfield Shade Mary Gray

Revival Meeting At Baptist Church Opens April 2

Revival services begin at the Baptist church on the Sabbath evening of April 2. Rev. Minnie Thorne from Marshall Indiana will lead services after Monday evening April 3 aided by Pastor RK W Thorne.

Baptist Church Minnie Thorne Marshall Ind RK. W. Thorne

Ritchey Sells Fine Team of Mares for 50000 Dollars

Hugh Ritchey sold a team weighing 3560 pounds, six and seven years old, to J. N. Hughes of Russellville for 50000 dollars. The mares were raised on Ritchey’s Warren county farm across the river and were described as A-1 in every way.

Hugh Ritchey J. N. Hughes Rusellville Mr. Ritchey Warren County

Forty Inmates Counted at County Farm Institution

Superintendent George A. Law reports forty inmates at the county farm, thirty males and ten females. He notes it is a consistent pattern that male inmates outnumber female inmates in such charitable institutions.

George A. Law

Wm. Hunt Expands Wagon and Repair Shop on Jefferson

Wm. Hunt adds a second story to his Jefferson street wagon and repair shop with a raised roof and new upper level. The improvement signals readiness to better serve his trade as the Republican highlights its advertisers. Ben Wilbur, Logan township trustee, was in town Wednesday and is praised as a good official.

Wm. Hunt Jefferson Street Mr. Hunt Ben Wilbur Logan Township Ben

High School Sectional Classes and Upcoming Events

Students attend sectional classes under instructors for literary work while debates guide reading of the Papers. The Girls Baker Ball Team closed the season with a close loss to Mansfield Island at Urbana and earned invites to face Crawfordsville Danville and Shortridge in Indianapolis. Sheridan Rivals play is set with local cast, and the fourth lecture in the series features Far Whitley at the Presbyterian church.

Mansfield Isl Urbana Mansfield Crawfordsville Danville Shortridge Indianapolis Loyola McComas Kane Walter Prather James Bright Isa Robb Tuia Cheney Bonnie Carwile Earl Romine Oscar Kerr Ruel Jackson Charles Hugel Sheridan Presbyterian Church Wiitley Jefferson Boys

Local notices and ads clutter week ending March 30 1905

In brief notices Claude L Henry Fountain Sarah An Cheri Marble Head Lime Co Mathew Miller listed. Funeral of John E Den ney in Indianapolis noted with wartime service details. Millinery display by Mrs J W Price. Mort Steely repairs on court house the Scotch Worren Millis Co of Danville aded. Randoph of Silverwood, Buckners perfumes, and rivalry to keep posted by The Republican.

Claude L. Henry Sarah An Cheri Marble Head Lime Co Mathew Miller Mort Steely Court House Mort

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