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Newspaper
Covington Republican
Location
Covington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 31, 1909
Page
2
One year contracts priced at 8 cents per inch. Six months to under one year rate is 9 cents per inch. Contracts under six months cost 10 cents per inch. Metal base electros priced at 6 cents per inch. Local rate que insertion is 8 cents per line. Two or more insertions reduce to 5 cents per line per insertion.
A compact moral note notes that a man’s worth comes from his companions and that a farm acts like an almanac, revealing the year’s passage through its cycles. The sayings frame social judgment and rural wisdom in concise aphorism.
A witty remark notes that while a snail cannot break speed records, it still reaches its destination in due time, illustrating perseverance and steady advancement in the face of slow movement.
The saying notes that certain men resist direct truth and feel affronted when core beliefs are challenged, suggesting a clash between candor and personal pride. The remark underscores the social tension around blunt honesty.
A reflective line condemns judging others as harsh or scoundrels while noting the speaker’s own flaws. The quip challenges self–righteous bias and urges personal examination.
The Republican marks its thirty sixth milestone and extends wishes for a happy and prosperous New Year to its patrons and friends.
The passage urges giving the other fellow credit for good intent unless clearly shown otherwise. It suggests this approach helps the reader by avoiding premature judgment and promotes fair treatment.
A general truth on personal truth, not everyone can wear a style that does not fit. The idea emphasizes choosing what suits the individual rather than following others.
A commentary noting that many political bubbles fade while genuine facts and honest aims endure. The piece argues that only truth and authentic integrity hold value as others collapse.
Insurgents claim control would mirror Democratic governance, arguing the move shows the party’s inability to manage the county. The piece labels the faction as the mouthpiece of the Antis and forecasts a counterproductive outcome.
The text argues harmony requires leaders to prioritize party interests over self or factional fights. It asserts the door to cooperation remains ajar, waiting for individuals or groups to resolve their differences and unite with the party.
The Republican state love feast traditionally in January will be replaced by district love feasts. The aim is to direct effort where needed most and to create thirteen chances to one. The last election suggested problems in the districts.
The local option law, enacted by Republicans and upheld by a Democratic legislature, is declared constitutional by the state Supreme Court. With about 90 of 92 counties voting and a roughly ninety thousand majority, Republicans can push for enforcement in the coming platform and campaign. Ex-Governor Hanly supports a further trial of the law, despite misquotations.
The Indianapolis Star argues the local option law has proven effective by allowing rural counties to go no license while letting populous counties keep saloons in cities and banish them from rural wards. It urges against repeal, noting popular support and judicial approval, and favors maintaining the policy for two more years.
The Attica Press labels the Milford-Allen faction as seeking party harmony yet conducts secret meetings to fortify control of Fountain county Republican machinery. The article argues loyal Republicans are honest and capable, while insurgents pursue a strange path to harmony through covert actions and division.
William Birrey will attend P. J. McMahon's sale barn Friday December 31 to buy horses and mules. He offers the highest market price and will pay as much at the barn as in the country. Bring in your horses and mules.
Miss Ruby Hull hosted a Christmas dinner party entertaining many friends. Lively evening featured warm hospitality and cheerful companionship as guests enjoyed the holiday gathering.
An advertisement promotes Orange Blossom Suppositories as a cure for womb inflammation congestion anteversion retroversion prolapse and related conditions. It asserts safety comparable to a flaxseed poultice and urges self treatment with testimonials worldwide. Available from druggists for $1 with a free sample offer.
Washington announces a nationwide enumerator exam for Census jobs. Citizens ages 18 to 70 with ordinary education may apply, with up to 68 000 positions available by mid March. Applications must be filed by January 25, and testing mirrors the Twelfth Census process.
Mr. Lex R. Healer of Crawfordsville was recorded as a Covington visitor Tuesday.
Miss Bertha Owns of Da ville was the guest of Mrs Ruby Hall during the holidays. Joseph H. of Cinton county, a former timber contractor in this section, was here Wednesday and Thursday looking after interests and has many warm friends in this section.
A. W. Rolker describes the perilous methods of trapping rhinoceroses and hippopotamuses for a wild animal exhibit. Trappers stalk cow and calf pairs through dense jungle using decoys and rifles, while hippo hunts demand canoe actions and harpooning to secure the young.
Seward Walker, foreman at the Friend office, and Mrs. Lillian Ryan of Decatur Indiana, formerly Miss Lillian Spar-hour of this city, were married by Justice George W. Martin at his residence at 7 30 pm Tuesday. Friends extend wishes for happiness and lasting success.
The notice lists January 1910 events for Methouisi Arch including Sunday School at 11 a m with morning worship on The Upward Look Cot 3 12, Epworth League 6 p m, and evening preaching. Official Board monthly meeting, Ladies Aid Society, W F M S, Prayer service, and Teachers Training Class are scheduled. Bend Me Church services include Sunday School at 10 30 a m and Ladies Aid Society on the second Thursday. Frank K Dongherty is pastor.
A poetic line praising a woman who shares comfort and support through joy and sorrow, offering encouragement and consolation in every misfortune and fault. The quotation emphasizes universal empathy and steadfast cheer.
For less money than usual handsome linen and cambric handchiefs are offered at J Loeb’s stores, highlighting a bargain in fine textiles.
A pithy reflection on marriage vows notes that couples should value both good and bad times. The quote critiques the idea that commitment ends when trouble arises and urges enduring partnership.
An old advertisement offers one hundred dollars for a Catarrh cure and promotes Hall's Catarrh Cure as an internal remedy. It includes testimonials, price of 75 cents per bottle, and mentions selling through Walding Kinnan Marvin and other druggists. It also endorses Hall's Family Pills for constipation.
Thomas Suiters seventeen year old son of Leonard Suiters living on the canal road was seriously wounded in the left forearm by the accidental discharge of his shotgun Christmas morning. While securing a strap the gun slipped and discharged tearing muscle. doctors Coggins and Rowlance treated the wound. amputation may be needed at the elbow. he is described as an exceptionally bright young man and the accident is greatly deplored.
Physicians and nurses recommend Kemp's Balsam as the leading cough remedy. It has long been trusted by medical professionals and well-informed people. available at druggists and dealers for five cents. The Greeks of Manhattan comment on Greek stereotypes and a New York Greek owning a candy store.
The text notes that cornstarch is scarce in China and locals use the water from boiled rice called rice water. When cooled this liquid forms a thick, viscous, transparent jelly that is colored and sweetened, eaten like blanc mange.
The County Council met Monday the 27th and made the necessary appropriations and authorized use of funds to clear up the year’s work. It was the last council session of the year.
Quote words warning about violence and oppressive actions framed as arts policy. Tacitus line reflected on world turned solitary in pursuit of peace. This item records a historical quotation with no additional context.
Observers praise the Danube for its ancient splendors and majestic green hills. The Rhine is noted for vine clad hills and ruined castles, but the Danube's forests and lone white mountains offer a sterner majesty and wayside chapels, though few Americans tour its mighty waters.
Uncle Alam counsels Henry to avoid self deprecation and to project belief in his abilities. The talk urges taking chances at work, noting that many who try rise to occasions, while doubt can cause pass over for less capable, more confident peers. The lesson is to speak with self assurance and strive when opportunities arise.
A stylish woman finds an oriental belt buckle on a Market Street car and asks the conductor to identify the owner. After a brief glance he dismisses it as useless and tosses it into the street, drawing the anger of the onlookers and a reproach from the passenger.
A 1200s account notes the 60 guilders price for 11000 morgens of Manhattan Island read in the states general on November 7 120 and the assembly deemed no action necessary. The piece reflects on the West India Companys speculative gains and mentions vast later increases in land value per square foot.
A writer in Strand Magazine recalls a bird nesting in a room in Argentina where the summer heat keeps windows open. The nest used sixty six rusty nails woven with hay, plus wire and pins from a dressing table, creating a durable, armorpacted structure as the young bird fledged.
A teacher asks pupils for the meaning of apprentice and a single boy answers, defining it as practicing work in a brief exchange reflecting common understanding among the class.
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