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Newspaper
Covington Republican
Location
Covington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 24, 1919
Page
1
In a Monday night meeting three members were present with Moore absent. Arista DeHaven a Democrat was elected to fill the vacancy created by Jos Miller who moved to another ward after purchasing property. The piece notes prior resignations and reappointments as precedent and praises DeHaven as an excellent gentleman.
The Ladies Aid hosted a farewell reception for Rev C B Stanforth and his wife in the M E church parlors. A luncheon, musicale by the church and Sunday school orchestra, a solo by Miss Hazel Richardson, and a farewell talk highlighted the social event. Stanforth served one year and is assigned to the Lafayette district Boswell charge. Rev Kern of Hillsboro Kingman is to succeed him and receive a hearty welcome.
About 75 members from the Covington Chapter welcomed the Veedersburg Chapter for a Tuesday evening of work and social time. The event featured impressive demonstrations of the work, earnest effort, and a closing social with refreshments. Speakers from both chapters delivered fine remarks, and Covington offered thanks for a splendid entertainment.
An invitation to all to attend the Old Kentuck Homecoming and Roll Call next Sunday at 10 a.m. Bring well filled baskets and enjoy a day with good music and a suitable program for the benefit.
Announcement proclaims a one hour halt of all business and every railroad train to stop for 60 minutes to meet Congressional and Wilson era edicts. It notes the sun will rise an hour later and urges all to observe the hour of pause. The passage emphasizes the antiquated concept of time versus man made time.
The Woman's Club meets this afternoon at Mrs Rinda Nebeker’s home. The club's Lecture Course opens tonight at the high school auditorium with a mixed program from the Oxford Concert Company promising a fine entertainment.
The Literary Digest argues that businessmen must defend sturdy justice and the square deal to keep Roosevelt’s legacy alive. It praises Roosevelt as a genuine friend of workers and the well to do, and predicts successors who uphold the same noble principles in America.
The Musicale will hold its regular monthly recital at the Claypool Music Store on Tuesday evening October 28. Performers include Ruth Bilsland Peper carrying Old Virginia and Swing Low Sweet Chariot, Mrs Board Miss Adamson Miss Glascock and Mrs Wert performing pieces such as Dixie Land, Deep River, Way Down South and A Southern Melody. Louise Bilsland also appears with selections and other artists listed include Mrs Rogers Miss Coffing Miss Eastwell.
The public sale of Mrs. Eliza Downing last Saturday was led by Col. A. G. Madden as auctioneer. He went so far from home the day before that he could not return, and his 16 year old son Glenwcedd was pressed into service. Observers say the boy’s handling of the sale suggests Pa Madden must catch up with his family’s boastful reputation.
Mr Myers of Purdue announces a farmers meeting at Veedersburg on Saturday October 25. The session opens with electing members and delegates to the State Association, at 10 a m. A follow up drive for membership and funds for a guarantee fund begins Monday October 27. All urged to attend Veedersburg. M Florey, Pres.
The State’s case against Everett Handley and Raymond Anderson ended with a guilty verdict for petit larceny. The youths, ages 20 and 17, from Springfield, IL and Cerro Gordo, IL, were tied to a stolen Buick owned by Dr. Lamb of Cerro Gordo. They faced a $1 fine and 100 days at the penal farm after jury deliberations and partial nonconcurrence.
Tonight at the high school auditorium the inaugural Lecture Course features a fine musical and operatic program. The event supports the local Woman’s Club and encourages community attendance.
Monday brings the Roosevelt County Memorial drive to Veedersburg with a public rally and memorial service at 8 p m in the Christian church. A national speaker will headline the event. music will be supplied. Mrs Albert Farr of Kingman visited relatives in the area during the week.
A Hillsboro meeting nominated a citizens ticket for the November 4 1919 election. Offices include trustees for three wards town clerk and treasurer. William Fe Allen Austin W Hyatt John W Hyatt Daniel Hutchins William M Lyon James H Laird and Henry J Davidson named election commissioners.
The Porter County District Short Horn Breeders' Association endorses the federal campaign to eradicate tuberculosis in cattle and has arranged testing for every herd in the association. The group, which just held its first sale, plans a pure-bred calf club in the spring.
The Colored Unions of Danville defeated the Cates Sluggers 7 to 3 at Cates in a slow start but strong finish. Hershbeal pitched for the Sluggers, who included several Covington alumni, yet the colored lineup outplayed them in the later innings to secure the victory before a good crowd.
D. J. Young & Co announces abundant stock in western Indiana and eastern Illinois yards due to lumber and cement shortages. They urge customers to start repairs before winter, noting seven weeks without selling house bills and ready supply for barn bills when stock returns.
The Director of the Census Hon Sam L Rogers announces a requirement for 80 600 enumerators for the next census. Work begins January 2 and lasts about 10 weeks in cities and a month or more in rural districts. Pay will vary by locality with expectations not less than 100 per capita this census. Applications due October 27 to Harry E Reed Supervisor 9th district Indiana Delphi Ind.
Citizens are urged to turn back clocks to standard time at midnight October 25. Banks and trains will operate on the same hours, reopening at 8 o’clock and continuing on their usual schedule despite the time change.
The Lyric presents the much talked of picture Oh Boy next Tuesday evening. The film has drawn crowded houses in larger cities during a weeks stand and is urged as a must-see attraction.
Will Price broke ground on Tuesday for a modern house to be built on the southwest corner of Second and Washington streets. The project signals a new residence addition to the neighborhood.
Call before Monday evening at the Claypool Lacy Music store for free tickets to the Collins and Harlin recital at M. E. church Monday at 8 o clock. Children must be ac-
The Ladies Aid of Wabash Chapel will host a country market at M Mayer's hardware store on Saturday October 25. The event offers plenty of good eats and is accompanied by their parents.
A large crowd witnessed a tractor demonstration on Clint Hesler farm near Veedersburg. Eight tractors including Moline and International pulled 314 in gang plows across 20 acres in timed rounds from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Each machine met plowing standards as a county club class graded the work. A luncheon was served and Hesler praised for his enterprise.
Sunday school at 10:00 a.m. worship at 11:00 a.m. sermon titled The Gate Called Beautiful. Evening service 7:00 p.m. Midweek meeting Thursday 7:30 p.m. Minister J. F. Kiskaddon urges full attendance by all ages to strengthen church and community. Oh Boy musical comedy at Lyvie Theatre Tuesday October 28 features lavish costumes and popular songs. Local notes include Hesler farm tractor demonstration and a Thanksgiving market November 26 with Gordon Ost undergoing nose growth removal in Indianapolis.
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