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Covington Republican

Location

Covington, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Oct 31, 1913

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Murder at Waynetown Ends in Fatal Shooting

Artie W Stull 19 was shot four times by Walter Runyan in the Runyan yard near Waynetown Indiana. Runyan drove to Crawfordsville after the shooting and surrendered to the sheriff. The grand jury will investigate before indictment. Funeral services were held at the Waynetown Baptist church.

Waynetown Artie W. Stull John Stull Walter Runyan Runyan Wingate Road James Stewart Stuill Squire Rush Crawfordsville Stull Will Howard Edwards West Sta J. P. Henson Baptist Church Bunyan Montgomery County

Health Week Closing Public Health Campaign

The report notes the health week ends with events across the community. Dr. Ada Schweitzer spoke Thursday evening while programs for lower grades and country schools occur at the Presbyterian church. Dr. C. C. Wert speaks at city hall at 2 o clock and Dr. Owens at 7 30 in the high school auditorium. All events are free.

Ada Schweitzer Presbyterian Church C. C. Wert Owens

Will Give Box Supper at Carwile School

Miss Grace DeHaven of this city, teacher at the Carwile school south of town, will give a box supper Friday evening, Nov. 7. A play will be given by the pupils and music provided by the Harris orchestra. All patrons of the school are cordially invited.

Grace DeHaven Carwile Harris Orchestra

Mrs. Davidson Stricken in Fountain County

Mrs. Ollie Davidson living with daughter Mrs. Will Adkins southeast of the city is reported in serious condition after a stroke. Her advanced age and infirmities threaten a full recovery. She is among Fountain county pioneers.

Ollie Davidson Will Adkins Fountain County

Attica Woman Sues for Divorce from Seth Asbury

Mrs. Maggie Bell Asbury files suit for divorce through attorney A. E. Yount, charging her husband with moral failings and accusing him of seducing her younger sister. Case set for trial at the next court term beginning January 5.

Maggie Bell Asbury Attica A. E. Yount Seth Asbury

Ashland Obituary: Matthew Stevenson 1834 1913

Matthew Stevenson died October 16 1913 at his son M G Stevenson’s Ashland Kansas after a long cancer illness. Born in Ballymony Antrim Ireland January 4 1834 he migrated to America in 1856 and held varied roles from clerk in Youngstown Ohio to mine superintendent. He lived in Indiana Kentucky Arkansas before settling in Ashland. He married October 23 1859 and had four children two surviving. Funeral services were led by Rev Underwood and clergy from Presbyterian Christian and Methodist churches.

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

Fall and Winter Styles For The Family Trade

Advertises clothing for men women and children including cloaks suits skirts furs overcoats shoes rubbers underwear hosiery blankets and fancy goods offering savings by trading at the store.

Grandmother Gish Honored On 89th Birthday Evening

Grandma Gish, residing with daughters Helen and Mary on East Harrison Street, received a pleasant surprise last Wednesday as a token of esteem for her 89th birthday. She rarely leaves home but stays active in daily domestic duties and fondly recalls life’s milestones with refined speech. Friends wish her many more years to share lessons on aging gracefully.

Grandma Gish Helen Mary East Harrison Street Mrs. Gish

Nuptial Knots Severed in Attica Divorces Granted

Attica shows rising divorce activity with Lena Cruse granted a divorce from Fred Cruse for cruel treatment and alleged improper relations. Lena Tyler restored her maiden name. Orda Wilson was granted a divorce from Grace Wilson amid charges of neglect and improper relations. A HK Yount represented plaintiffs, Prosecutor Philpott for defendants.

Lena Cruse Attica Fred Cruse

Sterling shirts and collars by M Schesley the Hatter

Local shop advertises Sterling shirts and collars offered by M Schesley the Hatter. The note promotes ready to wear garments and accessories, highlighting the hatter's selection for gentlemen.

Sterling M. Schesley

Combination union of publishers advertisers and manufacturers

A persuasive plea on the synergistic strength of publishers advertisers and manufacturers. It argues their mutual interests align to deliver value to the public and encourages joining the collaboration to maximize ad spend efficiency and informed purchasing. Advertisements are portrayed as the guide to where when and what to buy.

Veedersburg druggist named administrator for Berry estate

D H Wallace, a well known Veedersburg pharmacist, has been appointed and qualified as administrator of the estate of the late Charles M Berry. The estate is reported 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 Called for Special Session Meeting

The Fountain county council is summoned to a special meeting at the county auditor’s office on Saturday November 1 to transact business pertaining to county affairs. The call specifies the session is for county matters and official action.

Fountain County Council

Death of George Kiger in Fountain County

George Kiger aged about 74 and longtime Fountain County resident died last Friday morning. He was father of Mitchell Kiger, whose son was shot to death by Charles E. Foxworthy in the woods near the Kiger home in Fulton township two years ago.

Stull Runyan Crawfordsville High School Noter ‘Dame George Runyan Waynetown Canada Smith & Wesson George Kiger Mitchell Kiger Charles E. Foxworthy Kiger Fulton Township Fountain County

Boord and Robison Wed in Attica Home Ceremony

Miss Ruth Boord and Earl Robison were married at 10 o clock Saturday evening at the home of Mr and Mrs Robert Clark with Rev English of the M E church officiating. They will honeymoon in Chicago and then establish a home in Attica.

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

Delightful Halloween Themed Afternoon Parties Hosted

Mrs. C. L. Myers and Miss Blossom Board entertained about ninety guests at their home on Tuesday and Wednesday with a delicious one o clock luncheon. After lunch guests played military anagrams on Tuesday and cards on Wednesday. The house was festively decorated with autumn leaves pumpkins and Halloween novelties.

C. L. Myers Miss Blossom Board

High Art Suits for Man at J Loebs Store

An advertisement announces a full assortment of High Art suits for men now available at J Loebs Store offering formal menswear options and completing wardrobe essentials for the season.

Man J. Loeb’s

Reckers Oliver wed in city ceremony at East Washington

Esquire Asa Osborn joined Capt. P F Osborn and Mrs Luella Reckers in marriage. The couple, residents here, live on East Washington street and plan to stay in the city until next summer when Mr Oliver moves to his Michigan farm.

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

Centenarian Farmer Joshua Cates Visits Covington

Joshua Cates aged 97 or 98, with son-in-law Enoch Robbins, traveled from his Fulton township home near Cates to Covington. Despite advanced age, he remains active and independent, doing farm chores and socializing. A Democrat, he praises Woodrow Wilson and regards him as a great president. He moves about the town unassisted, chatting with old acquaintances. His hearing sight and memory are notably strong.

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

Death of Sarah E Lemon in Kentucky obituary

Sarah Elizabeth Lemon, daughter of Benjamin and Harriet Ward, born September 18 1922 in Scott County Kentucky, died October 25 1918 at age 91 years 1 month 7 days. Granddaughter Mary Collins among survivors. funeral at Druzilla Ward home conducted by Rev E W Strecker with interment at Lemon burying ground east of the city.

Sarah Elizabeth Lemon Benjamin Harriet Ward Scott County Kentucky William Ward Tadhara Newton Cook John Ward William Carnagey Alexander Lemon Harriet James Collins John Dudley Druzilla Rebecca James Watts William Elizabeth James Miller Lemon Mary Collins Christ Druzilla Ward Pruzilla Ward Rebecca Watts Lemon Burying Ground E. W. Strecker

Marble Rolls ordered for Snoddy's Cemetery work completed

A Indianapolis area woman ordered a Marble Roll for Snoddy's Cemetery. The job was finished on Tuesday afternoon by fh. M. Board The Home Dealer, following the Friday instruction.

Indianapolis Snoddy Cemetry Fh. M Home Dealer

Bio Auction Clearing Safe on South Third Street Sale

James Slim advertises real estate household goods lumber and second hand goods for sale starting Saturday November 4 1913 at South Third street. Purchasers on sums over 1000 receive 12 months time to pay.

James Slim South Third Street

Lewsader and Clem Closing Out Sale At Store

A large crowd at the Lewsader and Clem closing out sale attracted extra sales staff for the next Saturday to handle demand. The entire stock including fixtures will be sold off at discounts, inviting public attendance for bargains.

Lewsader & Clem

Munsing Underwear Praised at J Loeb’s Store

Good fitting and comfortable underwear pronounced by every wearer. The Munsing styles are showcased at J Loeb's Store, emphasizing comfort and fit for all customers seeking reliable undergarments.

J. Loeb

Caleb Miller Dies at 74 Near Marshfield

Caleb Miller aged 74 died Monday at his home southwest of Marshfield. Funeral services were held Wednesday and interment followed at Gopher Hill cemetery.

Caleb Miller Marshfield Gopher Hill Cemetery

Smith Family Dinner Reunion Feasts Together

Mr and Mrs James Smith hosted Jim Smiths mother and his brothers and sisters for a Sunday dinner. The gathering enjoyed a warm family reunion with a generous feast.

James Smith Jim

Potatoes From Michigan Featured In Winter Offer

The notice promotes Michigan grown potatoes for winter supply with prices 90 and Y5c and orders by phone 128. H. FE. Scheid and Abe Pearson are listed among sellers, with a brief local marriage report noting the union of Towpath conductor and Miss Hila M. Mefford of Brownsburg, a niece of Samuel Land.

Michigan H. FE. Scheid Abe Pearson Hila M. Mefford Brownsburg Samuel Land

Mrs Grubbs Receives Fine Canned Fish Parcel

Mrs P B Grubbs received a crate of canned fish by express through her son C V Ferguson of Wichita Kansas from the Frank and Davis Fish Co of Gloucester Mass. She greatly appreciates the shipment as the fish are very fine.

P. B. Grubbs Express C. V. Ferguson Wichita, Kansas Frank &. Davis Fish Co Glouchester Mass

Mrs Earl Marlatt Visits After Brother Jos Johnson Death

Mrs Earl Marlatt of Colorado visited relatives and attended the burial in Riley sburg after her brother Jos Johnson was killed in a Mississippi wreck.

Earl Marlatt Colorado Jos. Johnson Mississippi Rileysburg

Miss Hazel Lewis Dies in Danville at 17

Miss Hazel Lewis aged 17, daughter of Americus Lewis and granddaughter of Jay Thompson, died in Danville last Friday. Funeral services were held Sunday with burial in Mound cemetery across the river. M Boord, undertaker.

Hazel Lewis Americus Lewis Jay Thompson Danville Mound Cemetery M. Boord

Mrs. Hughes Dies Near Gessie After Lingering Illness

Mrs. Wm. Hughes Sr. of north Vermilion county died Wednesday evening after a lingering illness. She was well known and esteemed in the area. Burial services at Hicks Cemetery near Perrysville will likely be held today.

Wm. Hughes Gessie

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