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Newspaper
Covington Republican
Location
Covington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 15, 1908
Page
3
Burglars drilled into the Attica post office door Friday night and stole about 2500 dollars in pre canceled stamps for Sterling Remedy company and 215 dollars in merchantable stamps. Tools were left behind and a clear sign of professional work, with no complete safe breach. Authorities found no clues as yet.
The Republican township committee of Millcreek schedules a primary voting convention for Saturday June 6 the same day as the county convention. Candidates on the ticket include S H Elwell and Ed Reath of Yeddo for trustee. No assessor candidate named. Patent gun medal and tan advertised in the Crawford at J L Peters.
Hon Emerson E Ballard of Crawfordsville spoke on Our Heritage and Our Duty arguing personal civic responsibility strengthens liberty and improves government. A good audience praised his eloquence and merit as the Civic League led the union service. an ad notes Wilkey and Bonebrake for farm sales.
The Yeddo old settlers meeting will be held August 13, the Thursday nearest the 15th. Organizers aim to have James E. Watson and Thomas R. Marshall speak. The last governor candidates to attend was 1892 with Ira J. Chase and Claude Matthews before a large county crowd.
Dr. H N McKee from Pittsburg Pa has located in the city two months ago and opened his office in the Mayer block. He can be reached at his residence or Hedges drug store and brings experience from Pittsburg to a general practice.
Mrs. Mary J. Sharon widow of Wiliam Q Sharon died at her home east of the city on May 7 1908 after a long illness from a tumor. Born June 17 1840 she was 67 years 10 months 20 days old. She was a daughter of Alfred and Sybie Jones and mother of four children two sons and two daughters. Funeral held May 9 at her residence conducted by Rev H K Fox with interment in DeHaven cemetery.
A Methodist Episcopal delegation led by Hady and Hoch urged passage of the Littlefield bill to ban shipments of intoxicants into dry areas. In Speaker Cannon's room in Washington the exchange grew brisk with questions and temper. William Anderson said the Methodist constituency sees Cannon blocking the bill and believes it would pass if allowed a vote.
J Loeb’s announces new boys clothing styles suitable for all ages as part of their updated fall inventory. Local shoppers can browse a range of smart suits designed for school events and formal occasions.
Dr A L Whitehall a well known figure in Richland and Shawnee townships died in Washington D C Monday morning at age 82. Born in North Carolina he came to the area as a boy and later lived in Attica and on a farm near the Feeder dam. A soldier and good citizen he leaves several grown children. The remains were brought to Attica for burial today.
A thunderstorm struck the Barclay Yerkes farm near Sherman Yerkes as lightning hit the implement shed and grain barn. Neighbors and Sherman Yerkes fought the blaze, smothering it with hay until under control. Part of the hay was destroyed but most of the crops and machinery were saved.
Linoleum available in any width at J Loeb’s stores. Largest selection for home and business flooring needs with multiple patterns and finishes.
Mrs Henry Ramser died at her family residence on Saturday May 9 1908 aged 39 years 4 months and 26 days. She endured long illness with fortitude and planned her funeral in advance naming ministers and pallbearers. Born Wilmot Ohio 1868 she moved to Covington and Kansas before marrying Henry Ramser in 1890. Funeral May 12 1906 featured Rev Zachariah Dixon and Rev Dougherty at 2 pm with burial at Mt Hope cemetery. She leaves husband four brothers and two sisters and many friends in Troy and Wabash townships.
Deputy State Veterinarian McConnell certifies John A. Fox's eleven cows numbered 503 506 507 308 509 510 511 512 518 514 515 tested with tuberculine are free of tuberculosis. The notice asserts herd health and purity of milk for the community.
Hon. Andrew J. Foley of this city has been chosen to deliver the Decoration Day address on May 30 in this city. Foley is regarded as an eloquent speaker and is expected to uphold his brother’s reputation from the address given here two years ago.
Fountain county Prohibitionists convene Saturday May 23 at 10 a m to nominate county officers for the November ballot and handle business. A strong speaker will address the gathering. All home and saloon foes urged to attend. A G Harvey county chairman James Horn county secretary.
The Amphion Quartette from Danville led by R W Chilson and G H Stephens performed sacred and comic selections at the May Festival program. backed by Prof O V Shaffer on piano and Mrs Fanny Marlow as reader, drawing praise and encores from a good audience. Van Dorn's Drug Store advertises wallpaper values from 3k to 1 50 per roll.
The Civic League announces a postponed meeting scheduled for Monday evening May 19.
The owner states there will be no public sale on Saturday May 16 as the property has been sold privately. Rosperr TcRNBULL.
Dr Farnsworth left Wednesday evening for Quincy Illinois near which city he has located for the practice of dentistry. He is a brother of Mrs Dr Miller of this city and is described as a splendid dentist and an excellent young man. We wish him success.
First Presbyterian Church will not hold the 11 o clock morning worship due to high school baccalaureate services. Evening services continue as usual with the pastor delivering a sermon titled The Tragedy of Plain Speech.
Walter B Miller aged 62 of Steuben township Warren county died Wednesday morning after a period of illness. He leaves a wife and four children and was an uncle of Mrs Henry Prather of this city. Funeral services will be held at his home Friday afternoon.
A calf owned by Mr. Yerkes fell ill and a hand injury occurred while treating it. Hydrophobia bacteria were found in tests at the State laboratory. Rabies exposure may threaten Mr. Yerkes. immediate measures, including possible Pasteur Institute treatment in Indianapolis, are urged. Dr. Spinning, local health officer, advised rapid action.
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