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Newspaper
Covington Republican
Location
Covington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 20, 1900
Page
3
A passionate call urges citizens to exercise voter power to change municipal conditions. The piece attacks a Democratic ticket as old council members and praises Republicans J. G. Evans W. W. Layton and Martin Clark as straightforward, businesslike leaders who will serve the people and expose no hidden agenda.
A fragmentary political notice lists candidate appeals from Richland and Troy townships seeking positions as sheriff and commissioner. It references the Republican nominating convention and party committees in Fountain County and the Third District, with editor annotations.
Republican ticket listed includes Charles B. Landus for Congress, Fremont Goodwin for John Lemiter, Joseph Yw. Kage for Judge of the 21st Judicial District, and Clyleh Wyand for Prosecuting Attorney. The brief item promotes party candidates.
Lue foreign shipping interests, opposed to the pending shipping bill, appear to have abandoned plans to defeat its passage in Congress.
The Kentucky gubernatorial contest moves to the U.S. Supreme Court where all parties await the decision and its impact on state politics. Analysts note the Democratic platform may try to balance both Gryan and Dewey as potential ticket choices amid national political tensions.
Several townships nominate Republican tickets led by Wood, urging party members to bury personal differences for party success and good government. The slate includes Davis Shawnee and Havi land, seen as strong contenders to be elected this fall.
The piece argues the city is 87 00 further in debt since the last financial disclosure and predicts further increases with no public improvements. It urges citizens and taxpayers to reject the current trend by not returning the old councilmen.
The Republican State Committee adopted unanimously J F Hanly as its choice for Chairmanship of the Indiana Republican State Convention to be held in Indianapolis next week. The move follows longstanding custom to inform the convention's rules and permanent organization committee so the chairman can prepare. Hanly is praised as level headed and discreet, with supporters confident he will preside fairly and keep party interests in sight.
Simm's on the northwest corner of the square offers new, bright rooms and good meals at 25 cents with lunch for 15 cents. The place promises a cheerful dining experience and invites patrons to come and eat.
Citizens of St Louis and vicinity plan a two day reception for Admiral Dewey on Friday and Saturday May 7 and 6th. Ample funds have been raised to host one of the most gorgeous receptions in the city. Clover Leaf offers low rate excursion tickets for trains arriving Friday and Saturday May th acd with return limit May 6. For details contact the nearest Clover Leaf agent or C C Jenkins Toledo Ohio.
Notice to Contractors invites sealed proposals for a one story addition and finished basement building in Veedersburg Indiana. Bids open May 7 with guarantees, plans at John WoCronk Architect office Veedersburg. Trustees reserve right to reject bids and award to best bidder.
John L Griffiths pursues gubernatorial honors on a strong record of political service across Indiana. Born October 7 1845 in New York City he built a legal career in Indianapolis after studying at Town University. Married in 1859 to Caroline H Her the Griffiths name is linked to decades of Republican campaigns.
James Whitcomb Riley lauds Jain L. Griffiths a longtime Indianapolis politician and lawyer. The piece portrays Griffiths as affable, democratic, and devoted to labor causes, with a broad education and steady push for right and just outcomes. It details his early law career, political rise, and endorsements by labor groups and Republicans alike.
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