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Newspaper
Covington Republican
Location
Covington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 21, 1912
Page
1
Montgomery county grand jury indicted Walter Runyan on charges of murder in the first degree for the killing of Artie Stull. The offense is not bailable. The case is expected to be a lengthy legal battle.
William Jones aged about 76, longtime Kent township Republican leader and former postmaster of State Line, died at his home Tuesday morning from infirmities. He leaves a wife and two sons Fred and Ervin, all of State Line. Funeral services will be held at 2 PM Friday from the home, conducted by the Masons, with interment in the Masonic cemetery near State Line.
Charles B White of Chicago and wife visited Silverwood to promote opening the Lodi artesian well as a resort. White represents Wm Lorimer Lumber Co and Safely estate buyers back the venture with strong support. The mineral waters are praised for healing and the town hopes to elevate the spring from obscurity.
Milton Oliver Graham died at his home southeast of the city from pneumonia after a short illness. Born May 22, 1831 on Graham creek, he lived in the county all his life and was 82 years, 5 months and 21 days old. He married Mary Wilson and had nine children. Funeral at his residence four miles southeast at 10 this morning, burial in Mt. Hope cemetery. He was a farmer and lifelong Republican respected as a neighbor and citizen.
Col Will B Gray announces candidacy for State Auditor on the Democratic ticket. The Fountain County official with seven years as county auditor is praised for loyalty integrity and efficiency. Supporters call him eminently qualified and urge the state convention to nominate him.
Rev Wm A Pavy pastor of the First Baptist church marries Mrs Mary Greenwood Townsley in a 6:45 pm ceremony at the New Severn hotel Indianapolis attended by relatives and friends. The pair plan to live at Greensburg Burney or Pasadena with a December at home in town.
Obituary notes the death of Josephine Denman aged 43 at the family home on November 13 1918 after a prolonged cancer battle. Born June 27 1870 in Covington Ind she trained as a nurse and served many local families and children. Funeral was private conducted by Rev H K Fox. she leaves a ailing mother and daughter Miss Isolee Denman in Chicago.
Democratic Congressman Martin A. Morrison of Frankfort made a brief morning stop in Covington, meeting local leaders and surveying postmaster selections. Morrison noted fair consideration for all applicants, with Geo P. Schwin favored for Covington’s postmaster role, while Charles H. Dochterman defended his tax collection efforts and county valuations.
Aunt Jane Patton born Martha Jane Bell 1826 Virginia died in Crawfordsville after paralysis. Survived by son John W. Kirkpatrick of Crawfordsville and several stepchildren, interred Hicks cemetery Perrysville beside first husband William H. Kirkpatrick. She joined Baptist in youth, then Presbyterian in Perrysville, noted for bright disposition and broad friendship.
The McAbee lodge of Covington will hold a rousing November 26 meeting with Grand State officers in attendance. The camp earned the prize banner for largest membership and best report at the recent Grand State meeting. Twenty two initiates and a Williamsport team will lead exercises in the K P hall due to space constraints. It promises to be a red letter day for the Covington McAbees.
A brief note quotes the phrase Insurance ET Is Cheap by Holland, indicating a humorous or ad-like line. No additional context or details are provided.
A promotional note urges readers to inspect newspaper advertisements to find reliable goods at low prices. It claims advertisers know their products, promise savings, and cash profits for buyers, arguing best options are those advertised. Reading ads takes little time and can yield immediate returns.
The Leader advertises a broad holiday clothing selection for the whole family including coats suits skirts furs and shoes. It highlights Cooper Union suits for men and Athena Union suits for ladies and claims good rubber and shoe stock available at all times.
An ad notes the newest and best overcoats available at the 7 Abl Store highlighting style and value for shoppers seeking warm outerwear.
All mail must be in the city title by 9 oclock a m to insure delivery on game day. W Boyd PyM notes urgent filing for timely processing.
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