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Newspaper
Covington Republican
Location
Covington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 04, 1923
Page
4
The Republican in Covington Indiana, edited by T. A. Clifton, established 1847, entered as second class matter at the Covington post office.
A pamphlet urges taxpayers to buy from local merchants to keep money in the community. It argues that spending away from home harms local taxation and development while offering little return. The call to action is to choose local trades to support municipal improvements.
Mrs James Coats a delegate to the D A R congress in Washington D C returned home last week reporting a splendid time She was appointed teller to represent Indiana in the election and led the program for the Indiana reception at the Willard Hotel She attended the reception by Postmaster General Harry S New and wife
An ad notes Chamberlain's Tablets are mild and gentle in effect with a laxative result so soft that users may hardly realize it has acted. The advertisement emphasizes ease and safety.
Scott's Prairie en a Leona Robinson and Rosa Tinder survived a serious Friday afternoon accident crossing the Yeddo railroad when a southbound car struck their Ford. Tinder remained unconscious hours after a head injury. Ruth Williams cared for her. The others escaped with minor bruises.
Our school closed Tuesday after a fine program attended by patrons who provided an elaborate dinner. Principal Mr Ellea Brown and Miss Clark led the primary department with competent teaching. A second program is planned for Mother's Day with an all day meeting and open invitation. Local updates include property purchases and visits among residents.
A list of property transfers recorded by Recorder Compton including several Fountain county deeds in Gish, Nebeker & Co subdivision with values from 50 to 11 650 dollars and multiple Attica transfers in Standart and Prospect additions with sums ranging from 1150 to 1300 dollars. Names include William W Layton Homer D Lutz Joseph W McMahon John Buckley George W Brown Roscoe S McCord Boston G Rice Mattie Keller Attica B and L Wesley S Sutton Hester A Newman James C Slaughter David and S Ferguson.
An advertisement extols Chamberlains Cough Remedy as safe and pleasant for whooping cough especially in children under five. It claims the medicine shortens the illness and reduces danger when no opiate is used and has been successful in many epidemics.
In Fountain Circuit Court April term 1923 C W Walker Administrator of the estate of Helen M Walker deceased has filed final settlement and vouchers. The exam and approval hearing is set for May 26 1923. Heirs and creditors must appear to show cause and prove heirship. E W Heath attorney.
Master Frank Sheaks slipped while climbing a tree on Saturday. His right ankle was caught in the forked limb and torn ligaments were found, but no bones were broken. He will be sidelined for several days and must watch others from the porch.
County agent notes a Purdue gathering of Indiana Cattle Feeders with large attendance. F. G. King reported on five 150 day fed lots showing profits on Lot 2 and mixed results on Lot 4. Cotton seed value relative to corn price was discussed. John E. Wilson to report at Mellott Richland township meeting.
Mr C R George of the State Produce Market attended and Mr Bilsland reported plans to secure many contracts in Covington vicinity this week. County manager Mr Cook presented a livestock shipping report. 13 cars have been shipped and over half of the men have consigned livestock.
Fountain County will be represented by Kingman Hillsboro and Veedersburg high schools at the Purdue Egg Show next week. Boys and girls will participate in the egg judging contest as part of the Round-Up events.
Meetings were held in Wabash township last Tuesday and Wednesday producing fine results through Mr. George's talk and committee work. A splendid meeting at Salem in Troy on Wednesday led to a Fathers Institute planned for the coming winter by the local organization.
A. T. Wiancko of the Purdue Soils and Crops Department urges Indiana farmers to expand soybean use. He notes its high feeding quality as grain hay or green forage and its soil benefits for subsequent crops. The bean can replace costly concentrates and fixes nitrogen, making it a strong rotation staple. A fair trial should prove its value in Indiana agriculture.
A. J. Hesler explains that sodium fluoride replaces old lice-greasing methods for hens and chicks. The powder can be dusted on hens before and after hatching and is sold at local drugstores with directions included.
Teddy, a famous screen dog, headlines Cecil B. DeMille's Manslaughter at the Lyric next Monday and Tuesday. The canine co stars with Leatrice Joy and Thomas Meighan in a cast adapted from Alice Dyer Miller, praised for Teddy's intelligence and charm.
Local retailer Hegg and Sons advertises all goods with single prices in plain figures, promising no haggling or hidden charges. The message emphasizes transparency and simplicity for shoppers.
State of Indiana Fountain Circuit Court cases Rufus B. McCullough as administrator seeks sale of estate realty to satisfy debts. Defendants Ashla A. McCullough Aquilla Davis Me pba and aughence L. McCullough Eugene Vincent McCullough George A. Denholm are residents of Indiana and are parties to the proceeding set for hearing May 24, 1928 in Covington. Clerk’s seal dated April 18, 1923.
Claude C MecAuley named administrator with will annexed for the estate of Christopher H. Clement deceased in Fountain County Indiana. The Circuit Court has qualified him as administrator and the estate is presumed solvent. Robert N Voliva attorney for the estate. (4.27 23 w3)
Notice that Claude C. McCauley has been appointed and qualified by the Circuit Court of Alice V. Clement, deceased, Fountain County. Robert N. Voliva is the attorney for the estate. (4 27 23 w3)
Regular Gaelic church services to be held at the Presbyterian church this Sunday morning at 11 and evening at 7:30 led by Rev. Johnson the permanent pastor.
Myron Gardner had a close brush with a wagon incident when a horse kicked his stomach as he unhitching a tear from the wagon. He fell but rose unaided before help arrived and credits not being struck full force for avoiding serious harm.
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