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Newspaper
Covington Republican
Location
Covington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 21, 1902
Page
1
Brief item notes a concise critique of architecture trends, highlighting sharp wit and brisk observations. It surveys how modern designs embrace irony and sleek lines while sparking discussion among readers and local critics.
Covington scene features Loebs Stores promotions and arrivals with many mentions of theater events, clothing lines, and visits by notable residents and guests. Local events include the M. E. church concert, W. C. T U meeting, and a calico social, with guests traveling to Indianapolis and LaFayette for shopping and college visits.
Master Cooper Clifton celebrated his eighth birthday Saturday afternoon from two to four o'clock. About twenty five of his young friends attended a merry afternoon with refreshments. Cooper received many fine presents and will cherish them as mementos of happy childhood hours.
Sunday the two high school boys left Covington seeking new ground for their ventures. They were found in Crawfordville on Monday by Don Lewis who returned Otto home, while Lee remains missing. The duo had long threatened to run away, and the piece reflects on the lack of charity in strangers and the value of home.
Sunday School is urged for next Sunday with Germon’s lesson on Wisdom in the morning and Faith in the evening. Bro. O. M. Coffing leads Epworth League next Sunday evening. Tickets for the Musical Entertainment next Monday are encouraged to support the youth. Despite rain, attendance was fair as Mrs. Sims delivered a Chalk Talk Sermon "A Noble Purpose" on Daniel’s character.
Mrs. Sims of lit. gave her chalk talk at the Presbyterian church under the W C T U Saturday evening to a fair audience. The talk titled A Noble Purpose used free hand drawing and was well delivered. Sunday night at the M E church she spoke on the same topic with different illustrations, again found valuable for the youth. The crowd was small, mostly women, prompting a critique of Covington’s male attendance at religious events. The piece questions where men spend their leisure and Sabbaths and notes youth must be occupied while older folks bear responsibility for misguided energy.
Covington shoppers are invited to try Genuine Snag Proof rubber goods praised for longer wear compared with rivals and available exclusively at J Loeb’s store in Covington.
The corrected results place Randolph first with 617 votes, Jim Bell second with 388, O P Lewis third with 338, Spinning fourth with 295, Gray fifth with 290, Bryant sixth with 269, Brown seventh with 264, and Wilkinson last with 66 for Surveyor. Democrats feel as good as Republicans despite Hardesty's defeat.
The article discusses George Williams of the Democrat journal fabricating a story about county seat relocation. Berry is noted as copying the piece. Williams, distressed by local court house staffing, schemes to ignite a removal agitation to influence the Republican administration and embarrass taxpayers in Veedersburg.
Last week featured a grand wedding at East Liberty street as Miss Gwendoline Marr and Robert Belmont wed on Friday November seventh. Arch bishop Fuller officiated in a decorated home setting with family, friends, bridesmaid Beatrice Lorraine, best man Fred Cortell, and music by Paderewski. Guests toasted the couple amid generous gifts and festive attire with overcoats offered at 85 at Loebe.
Cards announce the marriage of Miss Bertha Wells to Dr. Thomas M. Henderson of Pendleton. Miss Wells is the daughter of Mr and Mrs T B Wells, and Dr Henderson is a rising local physician with a growing practice. The wedding is planned for Wednesday evening November 19 at the M E church in Pendleton.
The Perrysville Record reports Silverwood's decline as the Tennant mine closes leaving most miners gone. Keller & Spinks move their large stock to Cayuga and Randolph Brothers plan to shift to Clinton with their remaining merchandise.
The post office will open on Thanksgiving from 7 a.m. to 10 30 a.m. and close for the rest of the day. No mail delivery will occur on November 27. Rural patrons may pick up mail at the office before 10 30 a.m. from Postmaster F. W. Boyd.
J. W. Campbell Shultz an 82 year old Attica resident died Tuesday after severe illness. Born March 19 1820 in West Union Ohio he moved from Newtown to Attica later in life. He was survived by his wife Francis N Walden and children Martha J Beckley James A Shultz and Elizabeth James. Funeral services were held Friday with interment at Riverside cemetery.
M Herzog Jr. visited Cayuga on business. He traveled to meet local contacts and discuss project prospects for the firm located nearby.
Covington plans a Thanksgiving football game against the Crawfordsville Stars. The Stars boast an impressive season record, while Covington, led by Captain Kid DeHaven, trains daily with optimism. Admission is 25 cents.
The Veedersburg Clay Works annexation case returned before county commissioners yesterday. The contested hearing involved presentation of the case and testimony. By press time a decision had not been reached.
A local appeal condemns a roaming group of gypsies camping in the city begging tirelessly. The notice urges residents to withhold charity from the group and instead support impoverished locals, arguing aid should stay home to help domestic poor.
Oscar and James Kerr planned a birthday surprise for their father and mother on Friday evening. Guests arrived unsuspectingly and the Kerr parents admitted their plan. Refreshments were served as well wishes flowed from attendees including Grant Gossett and wife, John Bilsland and wife, Wm Reeves and wife, M L Stanton and wife, and others with children and teenagers present.
Mr and Mrs M L Stanton recently returned from the wedding of Dr Sol Jones nephew of Mrs Stanton in Rileysburg Indiana to Miss Ella A VanMeter of Milford Illinois. The ceremony took place November 18 1902 at the bride’s parents home before 250 guests with violin piano and vocal music and an impersonator from Chicago. The couple were led by three white dressed girls and the bride wore cream silk with a veil while the groom wore black. A wedding tour across several western cities followed.
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