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Newspaper
Covington Republican
Location
Covington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 07, 1922
Page
4
The brief entry identifies The County Seat newspaper established in 1847 with JT A Clifton as editor and publisher, entered as second class matter at Covington Indiana post office.
A clipped column argues veterans deserve support and address from a wary public. It recalls Robert Ingersoll and laments the home front’s neglect after soldiers returned from battle. The piece urges unity and timely national service, warning against delayed patriotism.
Mrs Albertina K. Jackson of 1722 Martindale Ave reports dramatic recovery after four bottles of Tanlac. She says she was weak and helpless, needed help to dress, and regained her normal weight, gaining sixteen pounds. Tanlac is sold by leading druggists.
Wretha Clark visits home north of here during spring break while college student Ruth Clawson from Attica joins relatives. Mr and Mrs Cecil Miles welcome a son at their Bethel area home. Several local visits occur as James Claypool Sr returns from Lafayette and a Mrs Farneil Hants birthday gathering is held near here. The term ends April 4. Additional relatives visit Veedersburg and Covington. L H Jones family extends an indefinite visit.
Mrs. George Stroup of Solvay New York writes that before using Chamberlain's Tablets she suffered from indigestion and constipation. She says the tablets strengthened her digestion and cured her constipation, improving her health and weight.
G A Law advertises choicest strawberry plants for sale in Covington Indiana with contact date 3 24 w4. Local buyers can reach out for premium stock and price details.
Orange Palm two Newtown trans acted business here Wednesday. Robert Kinney travels to Indianapolis on a business trip. Robert Darnell and wife are home with grippe this week. James C Claypool of Shawnee seeks Republican Representative nomination. Miscellaneous wry lines reflect newspaper reading habits and old phrases.
Shawnee township Republicans nominate without contests while Albert McElwee files for County Auditor amid claims of the Court House Gang. Vermillion voters face a crowded field for judge and seven women on the ballot with party splits, new independent organization talk, and tensions over local candidates in cross-township races.
The county treasurer H. S. Starnes defends his work and separation from the Court House Gang, saying his administration aims to serve the people and fulfill his duties despite overlapping rivals.
Countywide opinion notes many strong Republicans are up for nomination but warns the Court House Gang would undermine the ticket. A fresh party organization, not for a few leaders, is needed now to secure victory and restore confidence.
An advertisement featuring Ralph Watkins touts RAT-SNAP as an effective rodent solution for a butcher shop. He reports rats kept away after ten days of treatment and notes dogs patrolling the store nightly but avoiding RAT-SNAP. The ad lists three sizes 35c 65c and $1.25, sold and guaranteed by Mayer Hardware Co.
Ben Merryman visited from Cates on Thursday. The Ladies Aid of the Christian church met with Mrs. E M Board on Wednesday. Tom Jackson and son Pearley of Kingman transacted business here on Tuesday. The will of Lewis Kerr of Newtown was admitted to probate. Tim Murrey has been homebound ten days with grippe and complications but is improving. Miss Josephine VonBerg, clerk at Lake View hospital, Danville, spent the weekend with her parents. Mr and Mrs Fred Coleman and son Frederick of Newtown, and Mrs Lowell Jones and daughter Geraldine of Stone Bluff were weekend guests. Mr and Mrs Joe Plaster and Mrs Genevieve Schma of Danville were Sunday guests of the Schma family.
Rev A G Harvey of Shawnee transacted business here Wednesday. The Women s club meets this afternoon with Mrs D E Leist on Third Street. Fred Maris confined at home due to bladder trouble. Miss Marthe Kreusch and Miss Carrie Coffing on sick list and at Quality Shop in her absence. Help Wanted a man with good references to take charge of Fountain county. Must invest 200 dollars with a 5 year contract worth 6000 dollars yearly and advancement prospects. Provide age and phone number. Do not apply unless qualified. Address District Sales Manager 1842 McCormick Building Chicago Illinois.
The undersigned Harry J. Boord appointed and qualified by the Fountain County Circuit Court as Administrator of the Estate of Sarah E. Boord, deceased. The estate is believed solvent. Nebeker & Dice, Attorneys.
A short health note advises taking one or two Chamberlain's Tablets after supper to keep well and promote gentle bowel movement.
An Oakland California notice for the Old Reliable Club offers speed in marriage with confidential descriptions. It claims the organization has 16 years of activity and thousands of wealthy members of both sexes seeking early matrimony.
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