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Newspaper
Covington Republican
Location
Covington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 30, 1919
Page
1
Representative Madden of Illinois, fresh from Europe, told the House the United States should stay aloof from entangling alliances. He warned the League of Nations could draw the US into war and that invisible borders make equal terms with other peoples impossible.
The Woman's Franchise League will meet at the Lam bright home Monday evening June 2 to elect officers and conduct other important business.
The Matinee Musical will hold its last meeting for the year Tuesday evening June 2 at Miss Laverna Glascock's home. A program will be presented starting at 8 o'clock.
Under Illinois secretary L L Emerson and a city council resolution, Denville police post bulletins demanding arrest of anyone under 18 operating a motor vehicle in Danville.
The article notes a recent cut in tire prices by major companies, praising the relief for buyers while warning the price drops may threaten small businesses. It mentions concerns that cartels could still push small retailers out of the market.
Son of Charles Bantz died Sunday noon from double pneumonia after a bowel trouble. Ill for weeks, funeral at Salem church Tuesday with interment in Mt. Hope Cemetery. Bereaved parents receive wide sympathy in this great sorrow.
Isa M. McMahen files suit for damages against Wabash Railway claiming negligent construction of a private switch near her farm corner obstructed water flow. Waters back up on her land causing wetness and disease risk. seeks $1,000 judgment and an order to remove the dam and watercourse obstruction plus proper relief. Attorney A T Liven good represents plaintiff.
Dr and Mrs Rowland will celebrate their fiftieth wedding anniversary with a public reception at their East Washington street home Saturday May 31 from 2 to 6 pm. They invite friends to call during the hours, acknowledging many years in the community and many friends.
The Attica Democrat condemns attacks by the Tribune and Ledger over publishing county business. It argues the dispute targets a single, honest taxpayer and argues the papers betray party interests and suppress the public’s rights while defending the officials’ record.
The Chicago Board of Trade offers 10000 in premiums to grain and hay exhibitors at the International Live Stock Exposition of Chicago in early December. Management pledges a Grains and forage show rivaling the world famous live stock event.
The Perrysville band performing for Decoration exercises will stay for a concert on the courthouse lawn this evening. Merchants have arranged a social gathering. The band this year is strong and promises excellent music.
Jesse Lindsley and Everett Davis have purchased the John M Hopkins grocery at Judyville. Lindsley will move his family there soon while Hopkins retires and moves to Williamsport. Hopkins formerly ran a store in Fountain.
Eleven year old Aline Banta daughter of Sheriff Banta fell seriously ill with appendicitis. Dr Spinning diagnosed the condition weeks earlier and she was rushed to Lake Hospital at 1 a.m. Sunday. A well developed case with the appendix involved and pus removed. She has improved and is hoped to recover soon.
The article reports on take-all disease affecting crops in LaFayette Indiana with initial observations issued on May 27. It notes affected fields and potential causes while outlining early steps for farmers to manage the outbreak.
Samuel McCune, a wealthy farmer of Wabash township, Parks county, is sued for 5 000 by Harry W. Yanile of Clinton. Yanile claims McCune and his wife held clandestine meetings, that McCune visited home during his absence, took his wife on auto rides, stayed out late, and went on several day trips. He accuses McCune of taking his wife to Westville, saying he has lost her love and companionship valued at 5 000.
Forest Livengood a prominent young attorney in the city was elected president of the Illinois and Indiana Shrine Club at a recent meeting in Danville. The club brings Shrine members from nearby cities in both states together for shared activities.
Memorial services at the Presbyterian church Sunday morning featured a decorated interior with flags bunting and flowers. The mixed church choir offered splendid selections including a duet by Mesdames Fred Boardand and G C Werts. Rev J F Kiskadden delivered a strong sermon while attendance fell short of expectations and old soldiers sat in honorary spots as younger veterans prepare to fill the ranks.
Mrs. O. B. Ratcliff, long seriously ill, prompted street closure in front of her home on Sunday. Reports indicate she was low but shows signs of improvement, with friends hoping for rapid recovery.
At a regular meeting the city council approved minutes, paid bills, and adopted plans by County Surveyor Col. Sentman for South Third to Union and Fifth Street. Bids on McDonald road to the south line were received. Osborn of Waynetown won the contract for 4400.00 with minor stipulations.
The text offers broad, ambiguous remarks on a political party and its advocacy. It asserts inevitability of outcomes and suggests people will measure the party sooner or later without detailing specifics. No names, places, or concrete events are provided.
A county Boys and Girls Club picnic at Glascock grove on the Dixie Highway between Veedersburg and Hillsboro is scheduled for Friday June 6 all day. Members may invite two guests and bring parents. The program includes music, round up, addresses, a basket dinner, community singing, and races with prizes.
University officials confirm wheat disease appearing in Porter Laporte Jasper and Tippecanoe counties with minor damage in three. Samples from various places show most damage due to cold or wet weather. Farmers respond by plowing under wheat and planting corn in affected areas.
Officers Noble Lyons and Babb intercepted a car from Indianapolis at Weeville on Friday about 4 30 p m. Driver Thomas Sturgeon of Indianapolis pleaded guilty to colleringine charges, fined 90 dollars plus costs totaling 120 dollars, paid and released with 146 quarts seized. The smugglers said they can fetch 10 2 quarts in city markets and fear ambush before entering city limits.
A Brazilian resident named Ross Crawford is staying with local friends for several days, arriving in town as a guest of their hospitality.
Gna J Hirshbeel daughter of Wilson of Covington files for divorce in county circuit court citing cruel and inhuman treatment by her husband. She alleges he struck abused and choked her and called her vile names. The cruelty occurred on May 17 prompting her departure with two children.
A complaint filed in Attica seeks support of 1200 dollars yearly for a wife and children. The couple lived in Attica three years after Covington, Whickest and Whitehall. Attorneys for plaintiff are Whickest and Whitehall. The husband Hirshbeel denies the allegations and says he will answer and cross claim for divorce and custody with evidence to support.
Corwin Calvert at Augstina hospital in Chicago shows progress after weeks of stomach treatment. He can take small amounts of nourishment, though still liquid.
The county board of review will convene in the auditor's office on the first Monday in June and sit for forty days to equalize real estate and personal property assessments as returned by township assessors. Grievances must be presented during the session. New members appointed by the court are Thomas D. Moffett of Odinibman D and William Lyons of Hillsboro.
The Philathea class of the Baptist Sunday School hosted the winning Blues after their contest ended Easter Sunday. The Feb 16 split created Blues and Whites with points for Bible reading and school activities. The Whites led at the end, so the Blues invited them to a May 23 gathering at the Pyles home on South Fourth Street.
A compact notice announces Missy UMES Rowney Vig and the Young People's Union uniting to organize youth activities and community engagement efforts. It highlights leadership roles and upcoming meetings for youth programs.
A noncollegiate live stock judging contest will be held during the first week of December at the International Live Stock Exhibition. After elimination at county and state fairs the state champions will compete for grand Champion honors at the Worlds Greatest Live Stock Show. The event was added at the urging of the USDA and the Federal Board of Vocational Education. Scholarships and valuable prizes will be awarded.
T. M. Coffing, long treated at Lakeview hospital, was transported home Sunday afternoon in a M. Board ambulance in serious condition. He had been unconscious for several days with little response to treatments, and doctors offered little hope. By press time he had shown a partial rally and possible improvement.
Richard Hetfield, a prominent farmer of Van Buren, died Monday after heart trouble. He lived with his daughter Mrs. Hardy Rush.
John E. McAlister sues Chas McAlister et al for ejectment. Glen R. Pitman sues Samuel McCulle m for foreclosure garage lien. Edna Hirshbeel sues Charles Hirshbeel for divorce. S M McMahon sues The Wabash Railway Co for damages and mandate. Will Cline sues Forest Lanham admin replevin with venue change from Vermillion. Wm Mitchell et al sue Margaret Carquerille et al for foreclosure mortg age.
Fred D. Swisher of Hoopeston and Hazel Boles of Danville. Asa Cruea of Covington and Bertha Cruea of Covington. Paul A. Stewart of Independence and Agnes Hope of West Lebanon. Sanford Gray of Danville and Ida M. Osborn of Covington. Charles R. Rusk of Hillsboro and Ada Laird of Veedersburg.
Rev. J P Henson will preach at the Baptist church in this city at 11 a m Sunday. He will be glad to meet all his old friends and invites everyone to attend the service.
Miss Elizabeth Martin entertained the girls sewing club at the home of her parents Dr and Mrs E J Martin Saturday evening. A delightful time was enjoyed and Miss Elizabeth announced her engagement to Gene Bodine who plans to marry June 12.
Mrs Ida Myers widow of the late Deward Myers has been appointed administratrix of the estate in Jackson township. The deceased left an estate of several thousand dollars and Mrs Myers has qualified to manage it.
John Mossbarger aged 75 of Mill Creek died at the county farm at 5 p m Saturday from general infirmities He was unmarried and until last fall lived with relatives near Yed do before becoming unmanageable at his home
Indiana chapter 87 of the 1919 Acts requires motor vehicles to have an adequate muffler or silencer on public highways. Mufflers must not be removed within cities towns or villages at any time. Violators face a misdemeanor charge with fines from $10 to $100.
Decoration exercises to be held at the M. E. church at 3 o clock with Hon. O S Jones delivering the address. Parade forms at 1 30 with the band marching to the cemetery for formal ceremonies. The program includes invocations readings by Miss Isabel Arter and Miss Rebecca Romine, quartettes, selections, Lincoln s Gettysburg Address, a memorial address by Hon Oliver S Jones and the Star Spangled Banner.
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