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Newspaper
Covington Republican
Location
Covington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 14, 1900
Page
4
Publication notice for The Republican weekly paper in Covington. J. Gus Lane is listed as publisher editor and owner. Subscription policy notes annual or weekly payment and renewal terms. Public notice indicates mailing authority and contact by telephone.
In a column from the Indianapolis Journal the author notes Towne’s brief tenure in Senator Davis’s chair and his misread of party strength. The piece argues he erred in assuming greater knowledge than the entire Republican party, calling his stance a dangerous heresy for the era.
Official reports confirm the Hessian fly has appeared across eastern winter wheat belts near the Rochy mountains, causing severe losses as farmers struggle with reduced growth this season. Last year the pest was less prevalent. this year its spread is more noticeable, threatening yields nationwide.
The Wass friends urge Col Wiest Boyd of Covinston to offer himself as a candidate for the House of Representatives. They say his known prominence in the ninth district would secure election without opposition. They expect his candidacy and promise county support from many friends.
A fragmentary verso piece narrates a homeless tramp in Warren County Indiana. The speaker recalls the man’s hardships for clothes and shelter, his wandering west, and a dream of boyhood freedom before Pee-dee flats. The poem exhorts readers to stay calm amid life’s rush and keep a clear mind.
A west side resort run by J B Shuter advertises a high quality liquor stock with attention to whiskey, beer, and cigars. The note highlights expert drink mixing by Mr Sholer.
The establishment prides itself on pleasing the trader who favors mixtures. No disorder is permitted, the usual saloon brawler is barred. It is a place where patrons can bring friends and expect the best liquors and courteous treatment.
J M McClure of Marion Indiana has taken possession of The Tremont House in Coyington. He aims to run a first class hotel, plans a thorough renovation, and promises to make it a leading hotel along the river. The Godards will retire. Dana Goddard left for the capital yesterday.
Loud cries last Friday night woke residents as a frightened high school student claimed he was held up by three villains. Roy H. hres, shaken by the event, begins recovery. Supt. Hart visited Danville on Saturday. Seniors work on orations while the athletic association fights debt but plans to pay every cent. Roy Sanders chosen captain of next spring track team with medal hopes from Key.
Miss Jace Mitchel visits Hoopeston while Mrs Henry Trueman’s callers appear in Danville. Covington residents Milton Wright and O A Johnson have Sunday plans, and an oyster supper at St Olympus nearly fails due to rain. Several social visits occur with Danville friends, and a large cattle shipment from Mound is recorded.
For the week ending Bec. 12, 1200. Mr. Roseon Conkling Mr. Brane Edwards a. C. Henderson sar. Ben Symmonds. When calling for the above please say advertised. F. W. Borp, P. M.
Fred Geiger redeems the former Albert Prank room as a saloon and plans a thirst cure joint once painters finish. The rear area will host Anne Franklin who will run a restaurant there.
Advert says Dr. King’s New Life Pill ends headaches and nervous distress by purifying blood and strengthening nerves. Easy to take, costs 20 cents, money back if not cured. Sold by LeRoy Alien, druggist. H. C. Yount was in Indianapolis yesterday evening.
The Republic party enters with large majorities in both houses. many new members seek fame money or a good time. Debates focus on speakership candidates led by Clarke Artman Neal and King, committee power, and patronage. Bills loom on temperance, township reform, primaries, and voting machine rules amid lobbyist pressure.
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