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Newspaper
Covington Republican
Location
Covington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 08, 1907
Page
5
Melancholy hours give way to sun as Covington residents read brief notes on visits to Danville Hillsboro and Martinsville. Readers learn of illnesses travels jobs and shop notices with ads and upcoming events including a special train to hear Senator Tillman and a church supper.
Mrs. Ed Reed and her children depart Tuesday for Elcampo Texas to establish a new home. Mr. Reed plans to join them once he winds up local business interests.
The item mentions Mrs. Hatter and Jacob Huge visiting. Homer Sewell is spending a few days at Martinsville bathing in its waters. Lee Hurbert, previously ill with typhoid fever, is now able to be up and around.
Perrysville residents Schuyler Rhodes and J. L. Peters visit Danville for treatment and duties while Hiram Cheowith Henry Cade and Henry Jester are noted citizens. Crawford's offers stylish shoes and E M Board markets granite and marble. Fontanette explosion loss estimated at 220000 with company promising coverage.
Mr. Shoop, Miss Millberg, Mrs. Hefferman and daughter traveled from Attica to spend the day with William Peters and his family along with other friends.
The Leader advertises its Fall Opening Sale featuring cloaks dress goods silks furs mens and boys clothing blankets underwear and hosiery with low prices and large stock for shoppers.
M Mayer Jr. came back from Indiana Mineral Springs last week in a very weak state and was sent home by the physician. For a time his case was critical. This week he has shown marked improvement and friends hope for rapid recovery.
The county treasurer’s office saw a great rush Monday morning as the last day for tax payment approached. A baby boy was born to Mr and Mrs Roy E Smith Sunday. Grandpa Bil(s) and others share pride.
The piece argues the president will not seek a third term despite urged by friends and movement supporters. It praises a pledge to decline nominations and calls the public to find a leader who will carry Roosevelt policies with vigor. Also mentions a sale of blankets at 45 cents per pair by W. B. Coleman.
The first quarterly meeting of the year occurred Sunday evening at the M E church with the quarterly conference held in the morning. Rev. W E McKensie, the new Presiding Elder, preached to an excellent audience and conducted sacramental services. The year opens with prospects. Wood and coal for sale by P J McMahon.
In the Sewell divorce case, the circuit court heard that township assessor Fred Kiln fixed land value at 125 dollars per acre. The assessment, stated as the price for private sale, was accepted by defense counsel and carried weight with the court, highlighting the importance of competent officials.
Prices advertised for ladies coats and furs at W B Colemans on East Side, inviting customers to inspect the price chart in a promotional notice.
Fragmented text reports party gains in Maryland Rhode Island Massachusetts Kentucky Pennsylvania New York and Cleveland. Tammany beats Hearst Republican in New York while Tom Johnson defeats Burton in Cleveland signaling a Taft era setback and cautious optimism for reformers.
Sunday School at 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. Epworth League with preaching. Evening service at 6 p.m. Prayer service each Thursday at 7. Rally Day set for November 3. Frank K. Dougherty is the pastor.
Local retailers tout measurable returns from ads placed in the newspaper. Businesses report increased inquiries and sales following campaigns, with several noting improved brand recognition and customer engagement across sections and print editions.
Clerk Madden issued licenses in the past week to James G. Smith and Tenesa Rankin. A M Pearson and Maud Hallock. W Larson and Anna B Haton. Charles Bailey and Vera Franklin.
Auditor Gray County Attorney Cox and Treasurer 8 Mack Irvin were summoned to Indianapolis Thursday by the State Tax Board in connection with the proposed increased tax levy and a suit filed by taxpayers.
Lew Kerr's Aberdeen Angus sale held last Friday faced poor weather but succeeded with 53 offerings, 50 sold. Females averaged about 85 dollars per head while males sold around 260 dollars. Buyers attended from several states.
On Wednesday morning Treasurer MclIrvin refused railroad company checks from Biz Four and C. and E. I. railroads and received cash by express from Cincinnati totaling 8694.93. The amount included 515.00 for the viaduct bridge and 3218.44 in taxes from the Biz Four line plus 3326.49 in taxes from a C. and E. I. representative.
G W Williams plans to install a new grate in his residence as part of home improvements. The project involves replacing an existing fixture with a modern grate to improve heating efficiency and safety.
Mrs. Frank Joyce of Minneapolis returned home Tuesday after visiting Mrs. Martha Jones and Mrs. Birch. Cousin Mrs. Reed Martham of Sherman Tex returned home last Tuesday after visiting Miss Emily Jones. Mrs. F K Dougherty Mrs. J M Martin John Bilsland and Melissa Nebe ker attended line district missionary meeting in Thorntown Thursday noon.
A quotation asserts true greatness lies in whether the papers quote a person. No man is truly great unless his influence is recognized in public notice.
The Lena river is described as the straightest major river, flowing for about 800 miles in an almost direct line toward the sea. The passage emphasizes its unusually straight course among great rivers.
A woman seeks constant disclosure from a man believing it guarantees happiness, yet she suspects that truth will bring her unhappiness. The dynamic explores reliance on transparency and the cost to trust and satisfaction in relationships.
A playful word puzzle asking whether a hen lifting a hornet could be termed a peck of trouble. It toys with homophones and animal action for a light phrasing.
A Polish proverb notes a guest sees more in an hour than a host in a year. The saying reflects outsider perspective revealing hidden truths. It contrasts guest insight with host familiarity and human familiarity.
Petition filed with Fountain County Auditor by Arlandis Vanhook and 50+ freeholders requesting a gravel road improvement by general taxation in Troy Township. The plan covers a 2 mile section from Covington city to the township boundary, widening to 20 feet, with Rural Free Delivery on the line, aiming to proceed without a voter vote. Public notice sets hearing for December 13, 1907, per Auditor William B. Gray.
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