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Newspaper
Covington Republican
Location
Covington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 27, 1908
Page
5
A short local notices roundup reports visits by Mrs J M Martin of Hoopeston, Attica ice plant talk, and Thanksgiving arrivals. It covers farm markets, store notices by J Loeb's Stores, medical updates on Mrs Arthur Miller, Miss Adda Clifton and Miss Ruse Donlap, plus local weather, rain patterns, and new goods at area shops.
Miss Lars Haines ill at home on Jefferson street. Born to Mr and Mrs Benj Filey a fine boy with Dr. Gilson reporting all doing nicely. Dr. Rowland notes a fine boy born to Mr and Mrs Jess Gerard on Saturday November 21. J Loeb's Stores advertise latest styles men and boys overcoats at low prices. Homer Usvurn woo improving after two weeks. Veedersburg new school building dedication with State Supt elect Aley delivering main address. Milch cows bought and sold with exchange options. Farmer McMahon reports another fine boy born to Mr and Mrs Jess Vanhook. Pure bred Bourbon red turkeys for sale from M O Graham Covington Rural Route 4. Dr Miller notes 10 pound boy born at home of Mr and Mrs William Blue. Hedgen Drag Co adopts Zemo agency with patient testimonials from cured individuals.
Governor Hanly issues proclamation stating laws from the special legislative session are now in effect since November 20 at 10 42 p m A new dry goods merchant arrives in town Friday evening and is described as a healthy bouncing boy born to Mr and Mrs Chas W Zeigler Mrs Zigler's condition is reported as improving while Chas W Zeigler is recovering as expected in the Saturday Ledger report
Public notice of medicinal pills marketed by Hedges Drug Co claiming to prevent illness and headaches with a 25 cent price. The ad urges readers to try Rings Little Liver Pills as a remedy and keeps readers informed of availability.
Eph Cragger welcomes a 10 pound girl born at his home in North Vermillion County on the morning of the 23rd. Dr. Miller notes the birth will bring happier days and improved farming.
Real estate notices seek buyers or exchanges for vacant and improved Danville property with favorable terms. A store theft at Charley Crane's cigar shop reports a five dollar loss Friday evening after a thief pretended to fetch a Mitch. Crane claims he has the suspect identified.
Retail ad notes large stock of underwear for the season at J Loebs Stores. Emphasizes complete selection to fit any customer.
Connecticut Fire Insurance Co of Hartford promotes property insurance with agent AtvaH DeHaven located on West Side Square. Incorporated 1850.
J M Dunlap and wife along with Mark Rogers and wife traveled to Indianapolis Tuesday to join a special train hosted by Governor Hanry and wife. They attended the Thanksgiving day dedication of the Indiana Monument to the soldier dead and plan to return home Saturday.
The Hedges Drug Company offers to cover trial costs and references a money back promise if a cough or cold remedy fails to help. Complete outfit priced at $1.00.
A unique home wedding was held at 8 o'clock Wednesday evening at the home of Mr. and Mrs Louis Nebeker on Fifth street. Dr Eva Kennedy and Dr Charles M Kennedy of Camden Indiana were united in marriage in an intimate ceremony attended by family and about forty guests.
The ceremony followed a party at the bridal table where two white pets rested under green shades. After celebrations, the couple left for Indianapolis by the Big Four and head to Camden where the groom has a practice. Guests included the Kennedy parents and several out of town friends. The wedding was kept secret for guests until the bridal party appeared to the wedding march.
Last Tuesday evening November 24 Rev Rei High began a two to three week series of special meetings at Burnside Chapel. He invites all Christians in the community to attend nightly except Saturdays and asks neighboring church members to be present with friends to ensure the success of the meetings.
James Marlatte and Miss Beulah Hesler of this city quietly eloped to Danville last Thursday for marriage. The couple, now settled in, receive warm wishes from numerous friends as they begin married life. Both are regarded as excellent young people.
Mrs Philip Kuilmen of Attica died of heart disease early Friday morning. The funeral arrangements will be announced by the family.
The local gun club conducted its regular practice on Wednesday, continuing its established schedule and routines for members.
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