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Newspaper
Covington Republican
Location
Covington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 23, 1906
Page
2
Mountain County Republicans Meet for Mass Convention
The Republicans of Mountain County Indiana will hold mass conventions in townships on Saturday February 24 1906 at 2 30 p m to elect delegates to the Ninth District Congressional Convention in Tipton and to choose delegates to the State Convention. Representation is based on one delegate and one alternate per 200 votes cast for Republican electors in 1904 with adjustments for townships under 200 votes. Delegates are allotted to each township and the Central Committee members are asked to report their selected delegates and alternates to Will B Reed vice chairman Fountain County Central Committee. Stand by Fountain County republicanism and vote for Hon O B Ratcliff tomorrow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mountain County
Indiana
Martz Opera House
Tipton
State Central Committee
Fountain County
Jackson
Wallace
Mill Creek
Yeddo
Cain
Hillsboro
Otisebwel
Wabash
Stringtown
Fulton
Cates
Nilgids
Troy
Covington
Vlan Ul van Buren
Veedersburg
Jay
Richland
Mellott
Pincaet Shawnee
Rob Roy
Logan
Attica
Davis
Brown
School House
Central Committee
Pork barrel funds for Kokomo and Crawfordsville in play
The Ninth District allocates public buildings or additions for Kokomo and Crawfordsville, though appropriations await passage until after the upcoming Congressional convention.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ninth
Kokomo
Crawfordsville
Fountain County Convention Urges Ratcliff Delegates
Citizens urged to attend the Fountain County convention tomorrow and vote for O B Ratcliff delegates to support loyal Fountain County interests and the Republican party locally.
Delegates Seek Space for State Convention in Indianapolis
With 1 800 delegates and alternates planned for the upcoming state convention, organizers warn finding a hall in Indianapolis will be difficult. The note also serves as a reminder that the city needs a larger auditorium to accommodate attendees.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ahall
Indianapolis
Notice Rule Delays Rate Changes in House Debate
The article notes a lower house requirement of thirty days’ notice before rate changes. It argues large shippers will be expected to provide advance notice, though the rule is hard to meet under any reasonable interpretation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
Indiana liquor law convictions rise in circuit and criminal courts
A state statistician bulletin shows 105 convictions for liquor law violations in Indiana circuit and criminal courts, totaling 1,400 across all cases. There were 2,73 cases filed for liquor violations, with liquor interests avoiding heavier penalties at roughly equal rates to fines. State and county payments to judges and prosecutors totaled 823,160 and 24,258 respectively.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State Statistician
Criminal Courts
Indiana
Fountain County Back Ratcliff for Congress Support
A Fountain County editor urges naming Hon. O. B. Ratcliff for Congress, arguing loyalty to Fountain County and its homes strengthens the county and party. The piece contends the county should support its own candidate or trust outside picks if no local candidate exists, stressing loyalty to Ratcliff.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fountain County
O. B. Ratcliff
Congress
Frankfort selects Frep A. Sams as Secretary of State
Frep A. Sams of Frankfort set to accept the Secretary of State post succeeding Dan Storms. He vows to run the office in harmony with Governor Hanly, administer according to law, give the state all collected fees, and take only the legal salary. He pledges to account for fees to the state.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frep A. Sams
Frankfort
Dan Storms
Hanly
Sims
Resignation of Indiana Secretary Storms Takes Effect April 1
The resignation of Secretary Dan Storms on charges is seen as relief for Indiana. Storms admits a shortfall of three to four thousand but asserts no state fraud. Governor Hanly’s position remains vindicated and public sentiment favors the outcome, with Storms stepping down April 1.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dan Storms
Indiana
Storms
Hanly
Addison E Harris James E McCullough Appointed to Act
One motion of Addison C Harris and James E McCullough appoints them to act in the matter. The order names the individuals and assigns authority to proceed on behalf of the court or entity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Addison C. Harris
James E. McCullough
Sherrick Ex-Auditor Faces Embezzlement Indictment
Former state auditor Sherrick is charged in a grand jury indictment with embezzlement and conspiracy to defraud the state. Harris seeks to quash several counts and to specify a $120,000 embezzlement charge. The hearing on these questions was postponed to Thursday. The trial date is March 5, as his attorneys push to have the indictment quashed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sherrick
Harris
Mareh Sth
Stands for the People GOP pledge in Gorham district
The Gorham News-Times quotes the Republican party saying it lives in the present and for the future, pledging to stand for the people and to support the principles it stands for throughout the district.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Republican Party
Gorham News-Times
McCoy Bank Wrecking Case Opens After Two-Year Wait
The first of nineteen indictments against Tom McCoy went to trial in White County Court on Wednesday after a nearly two year delay. McCoy is defended by George P. Haywood J F McHugh of Lafayette and Geo Palmer of Monticello with Prosecutor W O Thomas aided by E B Sellers of Monticello. If convicted he faces time in the Michigan penitentiary as noted by the Fowler Republican. The case has again been continued.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McCoy Bank
White
Tom McCoy
McCoy
George P. Haywood
J. F. McHugh
Lafayette
Geo. Palmer
Monticello
W. O. Thomas
E. B. Sellers
Michigan
Fowler Republican
For Sale Barber Shop in West Lebanon Indiana
For sale a barber shop with steady trade and two chairs. Up-to-date premises. Bargain offered before March 1. Seller moves to another business. Contact A W Pritchard West Lebanon Ind.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. W. Pritchard
West Lebanon
Ind
Mardi Gras Excursion Fares Via Big Four Route
Round trip tickets to New Orleans Mobile and Pensacola Fla on sale Feb 21 to 26 1906 from all points on the Big Four Cin Nov and D U R R Liberal return limits with extensions and stop over privileges Call on nearest agent J Rhein Gen Pass Agt Cincinnati O
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Big Four
New Orleans
Mobile
Pensacola
Fla
Cin
J. Rhein
Gen. Pass. Agt
Cincinnati
Public Auction at Covington Farm March 9 1906
Public sale to be held at Allie Powell’s farm two miles north of Covington Indiana on Friday March 9 1906. Livestock includes 8 work horses 4 mares 4 geldings 1 yearling mule 38 steers dehorned milch cows and various mules. Implements listed with credit terms nine months on sums over 500 with 8 percent interest, cash under 5. Sale starts at 10 am. Proceeds benefit Bend church Ladies Aid Society. dinner served. Auctioneers Allie Powell and Harry Morris. clerk John LaTourette.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Covington
Ind
Rock Island
John LaTourette
Ladies Aid Society of the Bend Church
Peruna Endorsements From Judges and Patrons
Southern Judge Horatio J. Goss of Hartwell Georgia reports a severe grip years ago led to systemic catarrh and credits Peruna with a full recovery after a long ordeal. Actress Jean Cowgill of Griswold Opera House Troy describes winter illness and catarrh improved rapidly with Peruna. Alice Bielke of Menasha Wisconsin says grip illness left her weak and emaciated but Peruna helped restore health and strength within months.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Horatio J. Goss
Hartwell, Ga
H. J. Goss
Jean Cowgill
Griswold Opera House
Troy
Aubrey Stock Co
Jean Cowzill
Alice Bielke
Young Women’s Society
The
Lutheran Church
Menasha, Wis
Peruna
Peruna Touted as Harmless Cure Not Addictive
The advertisement claims Peruna contains no narcotics, is perfectly harmless, usable long term without forming a habit, and offers lasting cures rather than temporary results.
Peruna touted as cure for La Grippe across society
Testimonies from public figures and civilians claim Peruna cures la grippe and its after effects. James R. Guill of Omaha praises renewed health after severe grippe. Silas B. Lincoln credits weight gain and reduced illness. Alice M. Dressler reports recovery and system restoration after using Peruna. Dr S B Hartman noted as Hartman Sanitarium president.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Silas
Lincoln
Lstreet
N. W
Washington, D. C
Abraham Lincoln
Peruna
la Grippe
Alice M. Dressler
N. Bryant Ave
Minneapolis
Minn
8. B. Hartman
The
Hartman Sanitarium
Columbus, Ohio
Richland stock sales and political battles in Mellott
Richland reports strong stock and poultry trades after a well attended sale. Farmers push spring work as mild winter weather continues. Republicans urged to turnout amid machine tactics at Mellott with debates over school funding and districting. A Mellott meeting sparks digs at party machinery and local candidates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lew Kerr
Richland
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J.R. Guill
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Emery Store
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