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Newspaper

Covington Republican

Location

Covington, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Oct 31, 1912

Page

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Murder at Waynetown Ends in Fatal Shooting

Artie W. Stull was shot four times and killed by Walter Runyan in the Runyan home yard near Waynetown. Runyan surrendered after driving Stull’s wife and son to her father’s home. Grand jury to indict Runyan. funeral for Stull held at the Baptist church.

Artie W. Stull Walter Runyan Waynetown John Stull Runyan Wingate Road James Stewart Stull Squire Rush Crawfordsville Will Howard Edwards Yan Ranyan Sumner West Young Stail J. P. Henson Baptist Church Bunyan Montgomery County

Obituary: Matthew Stevenson Dies in Ashland Kansas

Matthew Stevenson former county resident died October 16 1915 at his son M G Stevenson home in Ashland Kansas after a long cancer illness. Born January 4 1534 in Ballymony Antrim Ireland he lived in Ireland and the United States including Ohio Indiana Kentucky Arkansas before settling in Ashland. He was 79 years 9 months and 12 days old. He married Mrs Stevenson October 23 1859 and had four children two surviving. He was a longtime Presbyterian and helped build several churches. Funeral held at his son's home conducted by Rev Underwood Elder Franklin and Rev Von Schriltz.

Matthew Stevenson M. G. Stevenson Ashland Kans Ballymony Antrim Ireland Stevenson America Youngstown Ohio Fountain County Indiana Richmond Jonesboro Arkansas M.G. Stevenson Underwood Presbyterian Church Franklin The Christian Church von Schriltz Methodist Church

Health Week Closing Program Draws Community Interest

A community health campaign ends with programs across local venues. Dr Ada Schweitzer spoke Thursday evening. Dr C Wert addressed the City Hall at 2 PM. Dr Owens spoke at 7 30 PM in the high school auditorium. Free admission.

Ada Schweitzer Presbyterian Church C. ©. Wert Owens

Box Supper Planned by Local School

Miss Grace DeHaven of this city a Carwile school teacher will host a box supper Friday evening Nov 7. A pupils play and Harris orchestra music will be featured. All patrons of the school are invited to attend.

Grace DeHaven Carwile Harris Orchestra

Mrs. Davidson Stricken in Fountain County

Mrs. Ollie Davidson living with her daughter Mrs. Will Adkins southeast of the city is reported in serious condition after a stroke suffered a day or two ago. Due to advanced age and infirmities there is fear she may not recover. She is among Fountain county’s pioneers.

Ollie Davidson Will Adkins Fountain County

Divorce Suit Filed by Attica Woman Against Seth Asbury

Mrs Maggie Bell Asbury of Attica files for divorce through attorney A E Yount alleging husband Seth Asbury seduced her younger sister. Case set for trial at the next court term beginning January 5.

Maggie Bell Asbury Attica A. E. Yount Seth Asbury

Fall and Winter Styles at the Family Trade Center

An advertising notice outlines clothing for all ages and genders including cloaks suits skirts furs overcoats shoes rubbers underwear hosiery blankets and fancy goods. It invites shoppers to save money by trading at the store.

Grandmother Gish Celebrates 89th Birthday Surprise

Grandma Gish of East Harrison Street received a pleasant surprise honoring her 89th birthday on Wednesday evening last week. She lives with daughters Helen and Mary, rarely leaves home, but remains active with daily domestic duties and recalls a long, cultured life with evident charm. Friends wish her many more years to share wisdom on aging gracefully.

Grandma Gish Helen Mary East Harrison Street Mrs. Gish

Nuptial Knots Severed at Attica Divorces Granted

Attica grants divorces to Lena Cruse from Fred Cruse amid claims of cruel treatment and unfaithfulness and to Grace Wilson from Orda Wilson over neglect of duties and alleged improper relations. Lena Tyler restored as her maiden name. A L Yount represented both plaintiffs with Prosecutor Philpotts for the defense. Sterling shirts and collars see TM Schesley the Hatter.

Lena Goruse Attica Fred Cruse Cruse Lena Tyler Orda Wilson Grace Wilson A. £. Yount Philpotts

Osborn and Reckers Unite in Tuesday Wedding

Esquire Asa Osborn marries Capt. P. F. Osborn and Mrs. Luella Reckers in this city. The couple reside on East Washington Street and plan to stay through summer before Mr. Oliver relocates to a Michigan farm.

Esquire Asa Osborn Capt P. F. Osborn Luella Reckers Hill East Washington Street Oliver Michigan

The Publisher Advertiser Manufacturer Alliance

A vintage notice extols the alliance of publishers advertisers and manufacturers. It argues their shared goal is delivering value to the public while ensuring mutual profit, urging readers to join the coalition and maximize advertising returns.

Advertisements Guide Smart Shopping And Value

A morale promoting overview explains that ads tell readers where when and what to buy and that reading them ensures the best value for money. It argues advertising is a true economy helping shoppers spend wisely.

Veedersburg Drugist Named Administrator in Berry Estate

D. H. Wallace, a well known Veedersburg druggist, has been appointed and qualified as administrator of the estate of the late Chas. M. Berry. The estate is believed to be solvent. Claud B. Philpott serves as the attorney for the administration.

D. H. Wallace Veedersburg Chas. M. Berry Claud B. Philpott

Fountain County Council Holds Special Session

The Fountain county council is called to meet in special session at the county auditor’s office on Saturday November 1 to transact business pertaining to county affairs.

Fountain County Council The Cau

Death of George Kiger in Fulton Township

George Kiger aged about 78 and longtime Fountain county resident died last Friday morning. He was the aged father of Mitchell Kiger and had been living near the Kiger home in Fulton township. The death follows the two year old shooting of Mitchell’s father by Charles E K Foxworthy in the woods near the Kiger home.

George Kiger Mitchell Kiger Charles EK Foxworthy Kiger Fulton Township Fountain County

Ruth Boord and Earl Robison Wed At Attica Home

Miss Ruth Boord and Earl Robison were married at 10 o clock Sunday morning in the home of Mr and Mrs Robert Clark by Rev English of the M E church. After a trip to Chicago they will return to Attica to establish housekeeping.

Ruth Boord Darville Earl Robison Robert Clark English M. E.church Chicago Attica Attica Tribune

Delightful Halloween Afternoon Parties Hosted by Myers and Board

Mrs. C. L. Myers and Miss Blossom Board entertained about ninety guests at their home on Tuesday and Wednesday with a one o clock lunch three courses in each. Tuesday featured military anagrams and Wednesday offered cards amid autumn decor including pumpkin faces and witches.

C. L. Myers Miss Blossom Board

High Art suits for men at J Loebs Store

An advertisement announces a full assortment of High Art suits for men available at J Loebs Store, inviting customers to browse the selection and purchase.

J. Loeb’s

Centenarian Farmer Remains Active in Fulton Township

Joshua Cates aged 98 visits Covington with son in law Enoch Robbins. He lives near Cates in Fulton township and moves about unassisted, enjoying good health. A Democrat who supports Woodrow Wilson, he praises the president and recalls old friends while chatting on the streets. His hearing sight and memory are notably strong for his age.

Joshua Cates Enoch Robbins Cates Fulton Township Woodrow Wilson Wilson White House Covington

Death of Sarah E Lemon, 1822 1918, Kentucky to Indiana

Sarah Elizabeth Lemon daughter of Benjamin and Harriet Ward was born in Scott county Kentucky September 18 1822 and died October 25 1918 aged 91 years 1 month and 7 days. She lived in Indiana with relatives and married Alexander Lemon producing seven children. Survived by two daughters one son twenty grandchildren and eight great grandchildren. Funeral at Druzilla Ward home at 10 am with Rev J W Strecker officiating.

Sarah Elizabeth Lemon Benjamin Harriet Ward Scott County Kentucky William Ward Tindiara Newton Cook John Ward William Carnagey Alexander Lemon Harriet James Collins John Dudley Druzilla Rebecca James Watts William Elizabeth James Miller Druzilla Ward Rebecca Watts Lemon Burying Ground J. W. Strecker

Marble Rolls Ordered for Snoddy's Cemetery

On last Friday a lady near Indianapolis ordered a Marble Roll to be placed at Snoddy's cemetery. By Tuesday afternoon the work was completed by E. M. Board The Home Dealer.

Indianapolis Snoddy Cemetry E. M. Board

Big Auction Clearing Sale Featured on South Third Street

James Slim advertises a large sale of real estate household goods lumber and second hand items on South Third Street starting Saturday evening November 8 1913. Purchasers on sums over 10.00 receive 12 months time to pay.

James Slim South Third Street

Lewsader and Clem Closing Out Sale At Store

Large crowd attended the closing out sale last Saturday with extra sales staff planned for Saturday. Numerous bargains are on sale and every item in the store including fixtures will be closed out.

Lewsader & Clem

Munsing Underwear Praised At J Loeb's Store

Good fitting and comfortable underwear praised by wearers, highlighted as the best by shoppers at J Loeb's Store.

J. Loeb

Boy Caleb Miller Dies at Home South of Marshfield

Caleb Miller aged seven died Monday at his home southwest of Marshfield. Funeral services were held Wednesday with interment in Gopher Hill Cemetery.

Caleb Miller Marshfield Gopher Hill Cemetery

Mr and Mrs James Smith Host Family Dinner Reunion

Mr and Mrs James Smith welcomed Jim with his mother and siblings for a Sunday dinner. The gathering featured a joyful family reunion and a large feast enjoyed by all attendees.

James Smith Jim

Brownsburg Couple Wed In Morning Nuptials

Miss Ella M. Mefford of Brownsburg wed Abe Pearson and H. FE Scheid, amid friends’ congratulations. The couple’s ties join a Tow path conductor and a local family member in a Wednesday ceremony.

Abe Pearson Ella M. Mefford Brownsburg Samuel Land

Mrs Hughes Dies After Lingering Illness In Vermillion County

Mrs Wm Hughes Sr of near Gessie died Wednesday evening after a lingering illness. She was well known in north Vermillion county and described as an estimable lady. Burial services at Hicks cemetery near Perrysville will likely be held today. Read Coeman's new ad this week.

Wm. Hughes Gessie

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Crawfordsville High School Nater Dame George Runyan Canada Reed’s Bank Mellcott Montgomery Tippecanoe Baptist Sunday School Smith & Wesson Runiyan Ran Kansas Sterling M. Schesley Hatter Reckers Holland Boord-Robison Uncle Joshua Cates Sarah E. Lemon Lemon Mary Collins Christ H. FE. Scheid P. B. Grubbs Express C. V. Ferguson Wichita, Kansas Frank E. Davis Fish Co Glouchester Mass Earl Marlatt Colorado Jos. Johnson Mississippi Rileysburg Hazel Lewis Americus Lewis Jay Thompson Danville Mound Cemetery M. Board Eman
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