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Newspaper

Covington Republican

Location

Covington, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Oct 25, 1907

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Trial Of Hughey Trio In Cow Cayuga Saloon Money Clues

The Fountain circuit court hears the robbery case of Robert Hughey his son Zaney Hughey and Ham Hays charged with stealing John Hathaway’s trunk containing 1500 in gold and effect. A Cayuga saloon keeper testifies Hughey gave 120 to store overnight amid rumors of large sums. Defense claims cash came from fishing and furs as prosecutors press for conviction.

Fountain Robert Hughey Zaney Hughey Ham Hays John Hathaway Hathaway Zaney Hugher Hughey Kentucky al Simpson Cayuga White Andrew Marshall Marshall T. J. Allen QO. B. Ratcliff Jones Andrew Foley

Bush Divorce Suit Filed by Belle Bush

Belle Bush through attorney Sam Simms files for divorce from Homer Bush on grounds of drunkenness and failure to provide after a period of separation. The complaint asks for severance of the marital ties based on those grounds.

Belle Bush Sam Simms Homer Bush

Arm Breaks as Scaffolding Fails Near Danville Road

George McDonald of this city fell from scaffolding about eleven o’clock last Friday at the concrete arch near the William Hunter place on the Danville road in Warren county. He landed on his left arm and side, breaking the forearm above the wrist when the beam he held gave way. He stood fifteen feet above ground and escaped other injuries.

George McDonald William Hunter Danville Road Warren County

Inez Zimmerman Weds Made Allen in Quiet Ceremony

Inez Zimmerman of Coyington Indiana and Made Allen of this place were married at Mrs. McClaren’s home at six o’clock Monday evening by Rev. W D Fairchilds. The bride, daughter of Mr and Mrs Henry Zimmerman, will live on the Mrs L F Smith farm near town.

Danville Homer Allen Inez Zimmerman Coyington Ind McClaren W. D. Fairchilds L. F. Smith Henry Zimmerman

Bridge Plans and Road Work by Big Four Officials

A group of high level Big Four officials inspected local conditions on Tuesday. They will build an over bead bridge over switch tracks to a gravel pit on the Danville road west of town and widen the river bottom grade. They agreed with Commissioner Lowe to supply earth for river bridge repairs and will aid in making Warren county roads safer and better.

Big Four Danville Road Lowe Warren County

Silverwood Wedding Ties Two Towns in Quiet Ceremony

In Silverwood at the home of Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Wann their daughter Jessie wed T. H. Robinson from Sullivan. The ceremony was performed by Rev. A. J. Marshall after a quiet wedding with Bertha Samuels playing. The couple left for a wedding tour on the eastbound train. Jessie has served at the Silverwood post office, and Robinson recently moved from Silverwood to a job with Shirley Hill coal at Sullivan. A three course luncheon followed. Salt by the barrel listed as $1.10. Coleman Reeves Coleman.

W. H. Wann Silverwood Jessie T. H. Robinson Sullivan Bertha Samuels Cayuga A. J. Marshall Shirley Hill Coal Company

Shade and Sampson wed in Crawfordsville last week

John W. Shade and Mrs. Susie Sampson of Hillsboro were married in Crawfordsville on Thursday of last week. They will live in Crawfordsville where Mr Shade has his home.

John W. Shade Susie Sampson Hillsboro Crawfordsville Shade Aics

Cremona Orchestra Delights Covington Audience

The Cremona Orchestra of Cincinnati opened the season October 7 in Covington with a finely balanced program. Each ensemble of ten artists performed with harmony whether solo or in duet, pleasing all who heard the concert.

Cremona Orchestra of Cincinnati Covington

Methodist Church Weekly Services and Rally Dates

Sunday School at 10 a.m. Preaching at 11 a.m. Epworth League at 6 p.m. Preaching at 7 p.m. Prayer service Thursdays at 7 p.m. Sunday School Rally Day on November 3. First Quarterly meeting for conference year on Sunday and Monday November 4 and 5. Frank K. Dougherty, Pastor.

Frank K. Dougherty

Henson couple lease Music Hall restaurant in Veedersburg

Rev and Mrs J P Henson of Veedersburg lease the Music Hall restaurant and plan to open next week. They will reside above the eaterie and focus on making it a desirable, sanitary dining place, with Rev Henson well known and welcomed in town. Crawfordsville Journal.

J. P. Henson Veedersburg Rev. Henson Crawfordsville

Suit for Support in Fountain Circuit Court

Mrs. Adelia McLain, by Reeves and Van Cleave of Crawfordsville, files suit in Fountain circuit court for spousal support from Mahlon McLain. She alleges he left her without support. Mark Inlow, administrator of the McLain estate, is named defendant. McLain is a Jackson township resident with prior court appearances on arson and attempted murder charges and other serious offenses. He has paid fines that were said to cover support for a wife.

Adelia McLain Reeves and Vancleave Crawfordsville Fountain Mahlon McLain Mark Inlow McLain Jackson Township

Covington author questions Democratic fate in Indiana

The Rockville Republican cites a Covington author’s book Church Creeds and Party Platforms arguing the Democratic Party must oust national chair Tom Taggart to win Indiana. The piece hints Taggart will resist, while noting Hitler Sanders as a Bryan Democrat.

Indiana Covington Tom Taggart Tom Hitler Sanders Rockville

Low Prices on Outings Flannels and Wool Goods

Local store advertises reduced prices on outings fabrics flannels and wool dress goods with bold price cuts and limited-time offers.

Coleman, Reeves & Coleman

Fountain County Farmers Institute Set for Attica December

The Fountain County Farmers Institute will meet in Attica in December. Local farmers show growing interest in scientific farming and predictions point to large turnouts at each session.

Fountain County Attica

D. V. Spence Stricken Again in City Home

D V Spence senior partner of Spence Smith and Spence is gravely ill at his city residence after a lengthy summer of poor health. Friends fear for his condition as the well known council member battles a renewed illness and remains a popular local figure.

D. V. Spence Spence, Smith & Spence Sumer Mr. Spence

Costly Fun

Frank Small, an employee of Hillsboro Novelty works, lost three fingers from his right hand and badly mangled his index finger in a rip saw accident at the mill Saturday afternoon. He had thrown a work stick at a fellow worker and, to appear unconcerned, pushed a board into the saw, catching his hand.

Frank Small Hillsboro Novelty Works

Meeting of Presbytery Chooses Covington Call

Rev H K Fox visited Frankfort to attend Crawfordsville Presbytery meeting for Rev Clark Darling ton dissolution. Covington church call placed before pastor and he accepted with provisional install set for Tuesday evening November 14. Dr Leonard moderator will preside and preach. Dr Stark and Dr Duncan offer charges to pastor and people. event of interest to church members.

H. K. Fox Presbytery Frankfort Crawfordsville

Engineer Bowers badly scalded at Veedersburg by steam hole

C and E I engineer Harry Bowers suffered a painful foot burn Friday after stepping into a water filled hole formed by a blown safety valve. He narrowly escaped another scalding when the valve blew again later while under the engine with his foreman repairing brakes. Bowers, a Covington native and husband of Belle Graham, will be off work for several days.

Harry Bowers Veedersburg Mr. Bowers Tiremaun Bowers Covington Belle Graham

Insurance Man Will Smith Visits City From Lafayette Life

Will Smith of Lafayette Life visited the city this week to see relatives and oversee company interests. He is described as a splendid insurance man.

Will Smith The Lafayette Life Will

Covington Industry Defines Community Worth

A Covington paper argues that a town’s leading industries reflect its character and future. It asserts that local industry serves as a mirror and index of community value and prospects.

The Leader Department Store Expands in Covington

The Leader, Covington’s prominent department store, opened 13 years ago in a single room with six employees. It now occupies three double floors with dry goods, carpets, clothing, gents’ furnishings, boots and shoes, millinery, and more. The business employs seventeen workers and runs a weekly payroll of 175 dollars. The store also ranks as a major wool buyer in the region, sourcing from nearby states. This growth demonstrates modern trade methods and how up-to-date firms attract patrons and spur regional development.

Covington Fountain

Wanted to Find Berley Epherson's Mother

An orphan boy Berley Epherson was taken to the Home at Mishawakee from this county in 1692. Any information about his mother should be sent to Geo. A. Law in Covington Indiana to aid the boy in locating her.

Berley Epherson Mishawakee Geo. A. Law Covington Ind

Warren County Awards Grade Repair Contract

Warren county commissioners let the contract for west of the river bridge grade repair in this city. Tom Glascock was the low bidder at the $1,500 appropriation. The work raises and widens the grade and spreads eighteen inches of gravel along the route. The improvement transfers liability from Fountain county to Warren county and improves bridge approaches.

Board of Commissioners Warren County Tom Glascock Fountain County

Covington Lodge Special Meeting Notice

O. O. F. Covington Lodge No. 21 invites all members to a special meeting Friday evening October 25 1907. Special business will be presented. By order of the lodge Frep He Harpen N. G.

Covington Lodge HE. Harpen, N. G

Policy payout to widow settles Beckett policy

The Woodman lodge at Foster paid Mrs. Emma Beckett $1,000, the proceeds of her late husband Andrew J Beckett’s life policy, after death proofs were filed.

Woodman Lodge Foster Emma Beckett Andrew J. Beckett

The Big Street Fair at Veedersburg Draws Crowds

The Veedersburg street fair runs with ideal weather attracting large local crowds yesterday and today. Social events stood out as the day’s highlight amid varied attractions and broader participation from the city residents.

Veedersburg

Neglect of furnace repairs harms school sessions

Poor maintenance at the High School furnace has caused room dismissals during cool days. Pupils suffer from cold during classes, endangering health and disrupting full instructional hours. The text condemns continuing such management practices.

Poll Tax Notice Urges Payment Before November Deadline

An advisory warns young men and other taxpayers that delinquent taxes will be enforced in the state. The county treasurer must list delinquents to the state tax commission, which forwards them to county prosecutors who suit for collection. Prosecutors take a ten dollar fee plus ten percent, and may garnish wages. Pay taxes on or before the first Monday in November to avoid costs.

Balloons Reach Earth From Europe and Asia Across America

Balloons from multiple nations landed in various U S locations on October 22 25 with distances ranging from 375 to 875 miles. Entries include Pommers L Iele de France Duesseldorf Abercrown Anjou United States and Lotus II among others with landings in New Jersey Delaware Maryland Virginia Ohio Tennessee and Kentucky.

Pommers Asbury Park N. J L'Iele de France Hubertsville Point Pleasant N.J Duesseldorf Dover Deil Ga.o St. Louis Westminster America Patuxent Maryland A. m Manassas Prince William County Virginia Anjou Armenius Mines Louisa Counts United States Caledonia Oat Memphis

Graveyard Renovation Request for Heath Cemetery

A. R. Heath calls all relatives with kin buried on the M. O. Graham farm Heath cemetery to come next Tuesday the 29th inst with grub hoes or mattocks to thoroughly renovate the grounds.

M. O. Graham Heath A. R. Heath

Durant and wife guests of Allegs in Chicago visit

J A Durant of Chicago general claim agent for C E I and his wife were guests of J L Alleg Sr and wife on a Tuesday.

J. A. Durant Chicago J. L. Alleg Sr

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