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Newspaper

Covington Republican

Location

Covington, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Oct 06, 1922

Page

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Auditor New Lin Must Pay Back 350 Dollars

A court in Murcie ruled former Madison County auditor Joel F P Benefiel was not entitled to extra pay for real estate transfer records, affecting more than 10090 pounds to about thirty Indiana counties. State audits charged auditors with refunds, while the Indiana Auditors Association supported the challenge to the state administration’s stance.

Indiana Robert F. Murray Superior Court Murcie Joel FP. Benefiel Madison County State Board of Accounts McCray Wm. G Oliver J E. Eschbeich Muncie Indiana Eon Oy Auditors’ Association

Box Supper Planned at Mt Olympus School

Mt Olympus school in Mound will host a box social at the school house on Friday evening October 13. Ice cream and cake will be served and attendees will enjoy a general good time.

Mt. Olympus School Mound

Community Workers Club hosts mirthful supper at church hall

The Community Workers Club of Christian Union held a MirveHan soup supper at the clog cabin west of the church in Verrillion City on Wednesday night. It was a lively social gathering with all teams invited and a splendid time enjoyed by all attendees.

The Community Workers Club of Christian Unio

Zeigler suffers broken arm after hay wagon fall

Fors Zeigler, who earlier suffered a broken arm, fell from a hay loader wagon Tuesday. He broke his arm just above the right wrist and was taken to Lakeview Hospital Tuesday evening where the arm was set and he remains a patient.

Fors Zeigler Lakeview Hospital

Kingman Community Fair Adds Event to October

Kingman hosts a community fair Thursday and Friday October 1 and 2 with cash premiums totaling $125 for exhibitors. Local businesses and residents sponsor prizes for agricultural and home products exhibits, including stock and other local goods.

Kineman Thursdes Fridex

Mail and Passenger Service Restored on Big Four Route

Postal officials announce resumed mail and passenger trains on the Big Four line with regular Sunday runs now carrying mail to and from town and rural areas. Increased facilities aim to speed service, reduce delays, and improve reliability for local routes despite prior disruptions.

Mortiny

Farm residence of Edward Hobart burns in Williamsport

The large home on Third Street West in Williamsport owned by Edward Hobart was destroyed by fire last Wednesday afternoon. Fire started after a kitchen fire and a neighbor was away. a spark may have ignited the roof or floor as the house blazed into a mass of flame before discovery.

Edward Hobart Third Street Williamsport

Capper to Speak in Veedersburg October 12 1922

The Republican campaign will be pend in Fountain county with Senator Arthur D Capper of Kansas set to speak at Veedersburg at 7 o'clock p m on Wednesday October 12 1922. Capper heads the Farm Bureau work and is described as a splendid speaker. Hear him.

Fountain County Arthur D. Capper Kansas Veedersburg St Y. m Senator Capper Ferm

James Watson to Speak in Covington Friday Evening

Our own James Watson will speak in Covington at 8 o clock p.m. on Friday October 13 1922. Everybody knows Senator Watson and will want to hear him.

James Watson Covington Senator Watson

Tax deadline reminder for late instalment payment

The notice warns that the final tax instalment must be paid by November 6 to avoid delinquency. It stresses the due date and the consequences of non payment.

Williamstown recluse dies with Civil War past

The Williamsport resident known as "deaf Harley" died after a life of poverty. He served in the Civil War and was wounded. he left about four thousand in debt and land assets. Survived by two brothers and several nieces and nephews, his funeral was at Locust Grove Cemetery.

Welcomsper Republican Save the Death Charles Wo Jean Tromp Ate Hoch Rome Beso Enlteo Artilery Sotramentis Locust Stove Cemetery

Local Pinner Family Social Highlights A Shady Evening

A social gathering at a spacious countryside home featured a long table of fried chicken beef ham pies cakes and fruits. Guests included Mr and Mrs Jesse Russell and daughters from Bloomingdale and other relatives from nearby towns sharing conversation and hospitality.

Jesse Russell Lethi Hester Lida Near Bloomingdale Dan Russell Bonnie Fother Jesse B. Hodson Tannery John Brown Newport John Cox Res

Grace Smail Taken to Lakeview Hospital for Treatment

Mrs Grace Smail wife of Her schelmail was taken to Lakeview Hospital for treatment and possible operation Wednesday by Dr Lam bright. She was accompanied by Mrs Dick Sheaks and had been ill for some time with a worsening condition.

Grace Smail Herschelmail Lakeview Hospital Lambright Dick Sheaks

Big Dance Friday Night at Rogers Park

A big dance is set for Friday night at Rogers Park with music by the Keith Sisters Entertainers of Indianapolis a complete girls orchestra fresh from the vaudeville stage.

Rogers Park Keith Sisters Indianapolis

Reminder to register by October 9 for November 7 vote

The notice urges all citizens to register by October 9 in order to vote on November 7. It stresses checking the polling place in the correct precinct and emphasizes that every eligible person should vote for the community’s best interests.

Three Big Days In Waynetown Mark 30th Despatch Birth

Editor Smalls leads Waynetown as three big days fill the week from the 5th to the 7th. It marks the thirtieth anniversary of Despatch founding by Ed Small and H. I. Starnes. Sternes will join Saturday events.

Waynetown Smalls Ed. Small H. I. Starnes Sternes

Cooper Clifton Undergoes Appendicitis Operation

Cooper Clifton Linotyne operator of the Republican office suffered a chronic appendicitis for two and a half years. After an X ray by Dr Williams and guidance from his home physicians Dr Wert and Dr Spinning he was operated on at Lakeview hospital by Dr A B Miller around midnight. He recovered steadily through Wednesday and is now in splendid condition for a rapid recovery. He thanks friends for the earnest inquiries and support.

Cooper Clifton Republican Office Williams

Rally Day Worship Service Scheduled With Musical Program

Readable fragments indicate a rally day worship service with a pastor delivering a challenge. The schedule shows services at 9:45 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. with solos planned. Organizers request a concise program and a special feature by poet Kern.

Pyawe Nyaya Rentive Noochi Fashion Kern

Fifth Street Christian Church Evangelistic Meetings Begin

The Fifth Street Christian Church announces revival meetings led by Rev. Davis, famed evangelist, with services at Millie School 11 AM and Vicogimo Tita oi 1 token pm Monday. Covington residents urged to attend as McGaughey notes Davis brings wide experience and a pleasing manner.

Bro. Davis Covington O. W. McGaughey

Rat costs James Stucky $125 for plumbing bills

James Stucky says a rat infestation ruined plumbing costs $125 for plumber work after rodents damaged pipes. He mentions mud, flour, and three rat remains found in the basement and credits RAT-SNAP as the solution, sold by Mayer Hardware Co in three sizes 35c 65c and $1.25.

Mayer Hardware Co. Adv

The Galloping Kid Hoot Gibson Western Tale

Hoot Gibson stars in a brisk western action story as a real man battles to win a true love. The tale centers on courage and frontier justice set in the rugged West and featured in Lyric on Friday.

Osborne Prairie church hosts food gate at millinery shop

The ladies of Osborne Prairie church plan a food gate at Mrs Yeskes millinery store on the east side of the square this Saturday November 7. Attend and order your Sunday dinner prepared in advance.

Osborne Prairie Church

Health notice on burning leaves during morning hours

Citizens are notified as a health precaution to burn leaves during the morning hours instead of the afternoon. The notice is issued by C C Wert in Meyer and urges safe outdoor burning practices.

All Aboard musical at H. S. Auditorium

The Tri Kaypas present All Aboard a big spe tacular musical comedy at the H. S. Auditorium Oct 12. John B. Rezers Producing Co stage and furnish costumes. On board the S. S. Florida bound for Pleasure Bay the plot centers on Billy Bracy who loses his teeth and a voyage of mishaps follows until the finale. Seats go on sale Oct 7 at Ost Soda Fountain.

John B. Rezers Producing Co S. S. Florida Pleasure Bay Billy Bracy Ost Soda Fountain

Coal Creek Community Notes From Jay County

Reverend Carter visits as he moves his woods to Jay county and takes two pastor positions with a salary of 1200 and furnished house. Social visits abound with Nelson Noel hosting Herbert Weedrey family and others. many locals attend picnics, box suppers, and dinners. Clark Cook returns from Navy service. Coal Creek Detective Association held in Logansport.

Carter Jay County

Choker Lost Between Portland Aces and Danville

Lost choker reported between Portland Aces and Danville Illinois on Thursday September 28. Liberal reward offered. Call 20667-1 or visit 1113 Sherman Street for details.

Portland Aces Danville Ill Sherman Street

How Better Than Pills Chamberlain's Tablets

Advertisement claims Chamberlain's Tablets are superior to ordinary pills by being easier and more pleasant to take. They move the bowels, improve appetite, and strengthen digestion, making the medicine feel like a pleasant aid rather than a medicine.

Chamberlain

Charley Lowe Organizes Horse Company in Logansport

Charley Lowe traveled to Logansport on Tuesday morning to organize a horse company. He aimed to recruit riders, assemble equipment, and formalize the new venture's structure with local supporters.

Charley Lowe Logansport

Turks Move for Peace Parley Amid Chanak Demands

Constantinople Oct 3. Turkish nationalist leader Mustafa Kemal Pasha orders halt of military movements in Chanak and suspension of Turkish irregulars in Thrace. Armistice talks planned with the Allies at Marania with Ismet Pasha likely to represent Ankara. Allied high commissioners to assign thrace control duties among French and British missions.

Constantinople Chanak Turkey Yhrace Mustapha Kemal Pasha Marania Ismet Pasha Hamid Bey Thrace Adrianople Tratian Lule Bure Rodoste Choneki Delas

Irish Rebels Create Charges Amid Silent Government Reports

Fragmented OCR recounts Irish rebels charging near government actions from August to September. It mentions propaganda rallies, a dozen men captured later fed, and eleven slain by counterguerilla forces. Names and places are unclear but indicate provisional government atrocities.

Cnarder Ganes

Rear Admiral Clark Dies After Long Naval Service

Rear Admiral Charles E. Clark who commanded the battleship Oregon on its San Francisco to Key West voyage and fought at Santiago in the Spanish American War died at his daughter's home in Long Beach California at age seventy nine.

Long Beach Cal Charles E. Clark Oregon San Francisco Key West Santiago

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