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Newspaper
Covington Republican
Location
Covington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 15, 1901
Page
1
A compact roundup of arrivals and visits across Covington and nearby towns. Editors and merchants note business, social calls, and local happenings including travels to Indianapolis Danville Hillsboro and Williamsport. Readers hear of personnel moves sales and community concerns.
The arrival of Hon Jim Clevers draws crowds as the official figure travels to the city. Residents greet him with interest while awaiting statements on local affairs and upcoming meetings.
A long, rambling letter from Jim Clevers of Indiana discusses the diversity of Democrats and the need to choose inside party factions. He mentions figures like Jefferson and Bryan, quotes various Democratic strains, and asks for guidance on alignment to stay involved and informed. References to local politics and a few business notices follow in a mixed column.
The ad touts Electric Bitters as a remedy for backache, headaches, nervousness, sleeplessness, melancholy, fainting, and dizzy spells. A testimonial from Mrs. Phebe Cher ley claims kidney trouble and lame back were cured, age 73, enabling her to do housework. the product reportedly improves appetite and health and costs 50 cents at Le Roy Allen's drug store.
The Danville bowling team rants after a defeat to Attica at Leisner's alley. They accuse Covington’s alley of inferiority while praising Heisner's venue. The piece notes the Danville squad faced issues yet argues the loss reflected their condition, not the alley. An endorsement appears for trying again and pledging to improve. Included is a testimonial for Dr Miles' products from Mrs. E C Bowlby.
Local business leaders in Lafayette organize a new bank named Farmers and Merchants Bank with capital stock set at $60,000. John F. Judy, proprietor of the Republican, serves as a director.
Lent starts next Wednesday in the church calendar marking Ash Wednesday. The forty day season ends Easter Sunday April 7 after the first full moon of spring begins March 21. Observers vary from strict fasting to other self denial practices among Christians and Muslims alike.
The Pine Village News reports disclosures from the examination of ex trustee Blind and local merchant Mr. Taylor. He admits two receipts dated November 1 1800 totaling 102 66 but claims the funds funded a rubber tire buggy harness lap robe for transporting school children. The issue focuses on misattribution to road and school funds and personal use. Also notes Mrs Henry Wilson nearly poisoned by aconite misadministration and a wellness claim about Dr King’s New Life Pills.
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