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Newspaper
Covington Republican
Location
Covington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1905
Page
4
Ladoga Saloon Fight Deferred by County Officials
Ladoga saloon dispute discussed before county commissioners with two factions present. Remonstrators lack voter names but have ample other material to fuel a heated battle. Case postponed to the 25th for a decisive showdown.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ladoga
Wingate News
Independent Telephone Meeting Highlights Indiana Growth
Will B Coffing attended the Indianapolis telephone dinner on May 10 where many Independent telephone figures from across Indiana gathered at the German House. Toasts from W L Noellering Jessie W Weik James B Hoge Thomas D Sheerin B G Hubbell S P Sheerin Judget R S J Taylor and Col J D Powers reflected broad support for the New Independent movement and its perceived statewide benefits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Will B Coffing
Indianapolis
Indiana
German House
W. L. Noellering
Ft. Wayne
Jessie W. Weik
Greencastle
James B. Hoge
Cleveland
Thomas D. Sheerin
Pardner
Pardner B.G. Hubbell
Buffalo
S. P. Sheerin
Big Four Excursion to Indianapolis on May 14
The usual Sunday Big Four excursion travels to Indianapolis on May 14 offering an entire day in the city. The trip provides a full day for visitors to explore Indianapolis during the Sunday outing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indianapolis
Commencement Address Set by Rabbi Harrigan at June 2
School notes report Rabbi Lion Harrigan of St Louis chosen to deliver the commencement close address on June 2. A fire escape is being installed on the high school building. After the pictures are chosen they will be displayed in a public window. Friday afternoon eighth grade readers will present several themes. The chorus class meets daily at 4 PM. Miss LeVerne Glascock visited the echo Wednesday afternoon. Regeneration in animal life is a focus due to recent experiments. The zoology class is conducting experiments and observations on this topic with some results appearing promising.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lion Harrigan
St. Louis
LeVerne Glascock
Echoe
Ladies shirts and fashions at Loebs Stores and city news
City readers note a parade of fashion items from Loebs Stores including ladies linen shirt waists white duck outfits and a ready made charts line. Attica editor A E Yount and social visits by George Mayer of Du Quoin are mentioned along with local notes about school term completion and a lost watch charm. A lightning strike near Chap Grahams barn kills a driving mare and minor damage occurs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Graham
James Crain
Buried Woman Linked to Poison From Canned Corn
Mrs. William Dannecker sister of Mrs. John Wilson of this city was buried in Williamsport recently. Death resulted from poison caused by eating canned corn. She left a baby a few months old and a young husband. Mr and Mrs Wilson of this city attended the funeral.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Dannecker
John Wilson
Williamsport
Dannecker
Wilson
High Art Clothing for Sale at J Loeb's Store
High Art Clothing, described as the beat and nobbiest line, is offered for sale at J Loeb's Store. The item appears marketed with emphasis on style and quality.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. Loeb
Monument maker in Danville offers wide selection
W. W. Dye & Son of Danville markets monuments through C. E. Kincade. They promise any size or style at market best prices and invite visits when in the city or replies by card.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. E. Kincade
W. W. Dye & So
Danville
Trader’s Exchange Storage Offered for Summer Goods
Storage and care for stores during the summer at the Trader's Exchange. Also available for other goods with reasonable rates. James Slim operates the service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Slim
The Shoe Parlor Ad Features Wide Grade Style Selections
The Shoe Parlor highlights an unlimited selection of high grade styles from J. L. Petera. This feature emphasizes the store’s varied footwear offerings and a recognizable brand name in its display.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. L. Petera
County Supt Wilkey Reports Teacher Licensing Results
County Superintendent Wilkey released the March exam results showing 55 applicants for county licenses with 14 passing, and 15 for state licenses with 3 passing. He credits each correct answer but stresses merit and qualification, praising moral courage to uphold standards.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilkey
Attica Democrat
Tile plant for sale in Covington Indiana
A local tile plant owner, H. H. Prather, announces eleven years in business and profits, plans to quit and let his workers strike out. The plant is offered for sale or rent, in good shape for profit, suitable for tile or brick, located in northeast Covington.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hs Boys
Covington
Ind
H. H. Prather
Subsidy Vote Turns on Local Control of Interurban Railroad
The article urges voters to decide on Tuesday whether the LaFayette to Danville interurban railroad should be built by local interests or a foreign company. It argues headquarters and most benefits would stay in the community if locals build, with offices shops and power house staying here, while a foreign builder would shift benefits away.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
LaFayette
Danville
Covington
Visitors From Williamsport At Grandmother Spining
Mrs. Frank Todd and children of Williamsport visited grandma Spining over Sunday and returned home Tuesday. Also notice of a monument sale by W W Dye & Co Danville. First May appearance before Covington on dairy business by J P Henson Sunny Side Dairy. Travel deal to Denver for American Stock Growers Convention with Big Four Route tickets selling now.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Todd
Williamsport
Covington
J P. Henson
Sunny Side Dairy
Denver
Colo
Big Four
Warren J. Lynch
Pass & Ticket Agt
Cincinnati
For Sale Team of Work Horses in Covington Indiana
For sale a team of work horses with a nice driver four years old. Contact J. H. Fowler Covington Ind.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. H. Fowler
Covington, Ind
Robbers Target Local Dr and Treasurer Homes
A bold burglar visited Dr. Rowland Thursday night last, taking about four dollars from the doctor. An attempted entry at County Treasurer Randolph’s residence Sunday night was aborted by apparent fright.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rowland
Randolph
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