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Covington Republican

Location

Covington, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Nov 14, 1912

Page

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Indiana City Elections Signal Republican Drift

Fred A. Sims, chairman of the Republican State central committee, praised Indiana municipal results. He reported 24 Republican mayors elected and a large party-vote gain since 1912, with Bookwalter’s Indianapolis showing about 5,000 votes more than Durbin and a 6,000 short Progressive vote versus Beveridge last fall.

Fred A. Sims Republican State Central Committee Indiana Mr. Sims Bookwalter Indianapolis Durbin Beveridge

Dead Men Can Not Fight Back

A defense of fair treatment for the living when pursuing official duties. The piece argues against judging or shaming the dead, urging that officials should act openly while alive. It cites cases of back taxes on estates of deceased individuals and calls for due process and accountability for the living.

Sampson Reed H. C. Yount KE. H. Nebeker

Miss Nellie Phillips Undergoes Appendicitis Operation

Miss Nellie Phillips of East Jefferson Street, daughter of Mr and Mrs Waller Phillips, left school in Mound township Warren county and was taken to Danville Saturday for an appendectomy. She underwent surgery Monday morning and, initial reports say, recovered from anesthesia and is doing fairly well. Trustee James Zanes has hired Grace Winogel of this city to teach in place of Miss Phillips. Winogel is a Covington High School graduate and highly regarded.

Nellie Phillips Waller Phillips Jefferson Street Mound Township Warren County Danville James Zanes Grace Wmnigel Phillips Hiigel Covington High School

Urged for District Chairman in Ninth District

The Danville Democrat reports Fountain county voters urge Hon. A. T. Livengood of Danville to seek the Ninth district chairmanship as the committee reorganizes. Though not yet a candidate, Livengood has strong local backing and a track record as district committeeman in 1902 and 1904.

Danville Fountain County A. T. Livengood Livengood

Chicken Supper Notice by Local Church Group

Ladies of the M. EB. church announce a chicken supper fundraiser with a price of 25 cents. Event date listed as Saturday November 15, time details not clear but local attendance encouraged. Proceeds support church activities and community programs.

M. EB

Thanksgiving Services At Presbyterian Church

The annual thanksgiving service will be held Thursday November 27 at 10 o clock in the Presbyterian church. Rev. E W Strecker will deliver the message urging citizens to observe the day in its true spirit as set forth by the Governor and the President.

Presbyterian Church E. W. Strecker United States

Concert planned by K P benefactor and Trubadour Orchestra

Jas Richey acting for the Uniform Rank K of P has secured the Trubadour Orchestra for a benefit concert Friday night December 12 at the Armory Hall in this city. After the concert they will perform for the annual K of P Ball.

Jas. Richey K. of P Trubadour Orchestra Armory Hall

Bargains at Lewsader and Clem Store Sale

Hurry to the Lewsader and Clem Store sale now in progress. Stock is rapidly diminishing and time is short to secure bargains not to be found elsewhere. Take advantage of the present opportunity for a good share of values before the sale ends.

Lewsader and Clem

Lake Michigan Storm Paralyzes Indiana With Heavy Snow

A brutal blizzard dubbed the worst in two decades hit Lake Michigan and Indiana. Plymouth measured 12 inches of snow while much of the state saw widespread snowfall and bitter winds. Temperatures plunged to 20 degrees as residents endured severe cold and travel disruption across the region.

Lake Michigan Indiana Plymouth West Virginia New England North West

Richard Henry Lee DAR Meet Hosts Dec Colonial Sewing Bee

The second meeting of the Richard Henry Lee chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution was hosted by Mrs. N. G. Harlow on East Liberty Street. Mrs. Gordon Ost presented The Reign of Witches and Mrs. R. A. Rodgers sang. The chapter discussed local patriotic education and planned a December colonial sewing bee at Mrs. Roy Rogers home.

Richard Henry Lee The Daughters of the American Revolution N. G. Harlow East Liberty Street Gordon Ost R. A. Rodgers Roy Rogers

Store Destroyed by Fire at Hedrick

A Sunday noon fire razed the Hedrick grocery store recently occupied by Jos. Clarey. About 400 dollars worth of general merchandise owned by Mr. Clarey was a total loss with no insurance. Lawrence Strickler’s household goods stored there were insured and saved the building. The cause is undetermined and nearby residence received damage but was saved by volunteers.

Jos. Clarey Hedrick

Practice True Economy Buy Advertised Goods

Save money by reading newspaper advertisements and taking advantage of offers. Merchants advertise eatables clothing home needs and business supplies, helping you buy cheaply with quality. Even if not buying now, read ads to know where to shop later.

Post Office Notice to Dispatch Early

All mail on rural city routes must be in the office by 8 a m to insure delivery the same day. BF W Boyd P M

BF. W Boyd P. M

Conard Baker Admitted to Odd Fellows Home

Conard Baker was admitted to the Odd Fellows home at Greenfield on Tuesday and will depart soon for the winter. A lifelong I O O F member, he deserves the best there is for him.

Conard Baker Odd Fellows Greenfield Conard

Marriages Licenses List of Couples

Jacob Marble 65 and Mary L. Miller 48 join in marriage. William E. Harper 21 and Flora M. Lawson 16 wed. Robert L. Morris 39 and Albie Boatman 40 marry. Samuel Bruner 52 and Mahala Glascock 46 join. C. M. Heinlein 35 and Lena Morrison 24 wed.

Jacob Marble Mary L. Miller William E. Harper Flora M. Lawson Robert L. Morris Albie Boatman Samuel Bruner Mahala Glascock

Methodist Church Notes Preaching and Choirs Schedule

Preaching services at the M. B church next Sunday at 1 a m and 7 p m with the Ladies chorus morning and the Men's chorus evening. Sunday school 9 45 Junior League 2 pm Epworth League 6 pm. First quarterly conference Monday evening 7 30 with the district superintendent presiding. Bend preaching planned in the afternoon.

M. B Epworth

Sunday School Banquet at Methodist Church

The Sunday school divided into Blue and Red sections and held a Jerusalem journey contest. The Reds reached the end first and were entertained by the Blue section last Friday night. Refreshments and games followed to the delight of a large gathering.

The Methodist Church Jerusalem

County Buys Voting Machines For Township Elections

County commissioners approve lease purchase of sixteen Empire Voting Machine Co. units at 750 each with two per precinct in five townships, to be shipped June 1914 and exhibited before the next general election. Payments start January after election, totaling 12000 plus 5 percent interest, aiming for quicker returns and public pride in modern voting.

Board of Commissioners Empire Voting Machine Co New York Logan Richland van Buren Millcreek Troy

Cement and salt sale urged before price rise

Local notice urges buyers to purchase cement now before advances in price. It also promotes rock salt and other materials described as best quality and ready for sale.

Births and death of Ann H Carr spanning Illinois Colorado and Utah

Ann H Carr born Milford Delaware August 29 126 emigrated with family to Illinois Indiana and later Colorado and Utah. She married James Carr y in 1864, lived in Watseka and Robbey, died November 4 1913 in DeBeque Colorado. She left eleven children and numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren. Her funeral was held at Eldo Sprangle home with Rev Brown officiating. Buried Maple Grove cemetery Mitford Illinois. She was aunt to Everly siblings.

Ann H. Carr Milford Delaware Iroquois County Illinois Robbey Attica Indiana James Carry Watseka Colorado Utah Ind John N DeBeque Mesa County Col Isaac T Ambia Elwood Chicago Jennie Park Mattie Weaver Mitford Ill Eldo Sprangle Brown M. FE Maple Grove James Martha Rebecca Everly Everly

Overcoat Demand At M. Schesley The Hatter

Shoppers urged to order Mackinaw or Astrachan overcoats now from M. Schesley the Hatter. Limited stock and prompt delivery promised.

M. Schesley

Van Leer Seegar Engagement Announced at Halloween Party

Miss Anna Seegar declared engaged to Ben V. Van Leer at a surprise gathering hosted by Mrs. Harry Thorne at 1915 South Gallatin. The event featured Halloween decor, needlework, and a two course lunch. The November wedding is anticipated among prominent social circles. Guests included Bessie Seegar Blanche Riley and Marion Leader.

Anna Seegar Ben V. van Leer Harry Thorne South Gallatin Street Miss Seegar Thorne Anna Besi Mr. van Leer Howard Seegar South Barnson Street Charles van Leer Bessie Seegar Blanche Riley Irma Morrison Ruth Stephens Lillian Chaplin Mesdames Lauren Platty Fred. Seegar Vivian Patterson George van Leer Henry Parker Charneés van Leer Edward Seegar Marion

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Sims Reed Yount Nebeker Loverner Gatkis Jove Mr. Livengood J. Loeb’s Store Holland Post Office C. M. Heinlein Lena Morrison Methodist Church Notes Board of County Commissioners van Leer-Seegar Newes J. Loeb’s
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