New Year Resolution Urged as 1907 Opens
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Newspaper
Covington Republican
Location
Covington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 04, 1907
Page
4
Fragmentary 1907 May Tone Reflects on Past Year
The readable snippet laments the transition from 1906 to 1907 and wishes for continued kindness to readers as the year unfolds, mirroring cordial sentiments seen in late period notices.
State Legislature Opens Next Thursday in Warm Session
The state legislature convenes next Thursday and forecasts a warm session. Lawmakers prepare for debates on pending bills and committee work as the new session begins.
Congressmen Crumpacker Moves Increment for Rural Mail Carriers
Congressman Crumpacker proposes a hundred dollar raise for rural mail carriers. The plan aims to boost pay for carriers serving sparse districts and improve mail service nationwide.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Crumpacker
County Superintendents Decline Salary Increase
Readable lines indicate Fai county superintendents are not seeking a raise, appearing among the few officials to refrain from asking for higher pay.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fai County
Jim Watson weighs 1908 governor bid amid congressional pull
Jim Watson resists giving up his congressional seat as he considers a 1908 bid for governor. He believes a secure position in hand is better than uncertain prospects of a higher office.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jim Watson
Congress
Jim
Man Feeds Maud Powdered Rations for 1908 Aim
Mr. Bryan again feeds Maud the democratic mule her full share of condition powders. He is anxious to be on the best of terms with this animal in 1908.
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Mr. Bryan
Maud
Strong civic pull urged for Covington this year
A local call asks every citizen to make a strong long pull for Covington in the current year. It warns that constant bickering and meddling will not build the town.
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Covington
Lawmakers seek higher pay through bill in Congress
A report notes congressmen courting senators to introduce and pass two bills raising salaries. The piece suggests officials find it safer to start reform efforts away from public scrutiny.
Roosevelt Third Term League platform calls for four more years
The Roosevelt Third Term League issues a platform urging public support to force the presidency for four more years. It defies politicians and the President who says no true friend will push him to run, while critics urge nominating a Roosevelt type Republican. Crawfordsville Journal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roosevelt
Senate
Crawfordsville
Machine Politicians Face Direct Primary Reform Clash
A sizable bloc of politicians fears the Roem ler bill's plan to reorganize the state committee by direct primary. Both major parties show unease about maintaining influence if the direct primary is adopted, signaling a potential internal party struggle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roemler
Direct primary bill gains strong support in state
The piece notes advocates backing Senator Roemler push for the bill despite fears it may be too radical for immediate adoption. It highlights a large group of loyal supporters willing to press for enactment without compromise, aiming to preserve the present system while promoting the reform.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary
Roemler
Folllowers
Roemler Bill Promises Primary Reform Clash Ahead
Senator Roemler pushes a primary reform to empower voters through direct nomination but faces strong GOP opposition. Critics warn direct nomination costs could bar good men, forcing a double statewide campaign and heavy advertising. Some opponents oppose only the ditching of the state convention for nominating the ticket.
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Roemler
School Revenues and Tax Dodging in Indiana
Lotus D Coffman warned the State Teachers Association that school funds are being robbed yearly by illegal fines evasion tax dodgers and lax licensing. He cited banks with large deposits but small tax cash, noting four fifths of wealth owners pay four fifths of taxes while schools lose millions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lotus D. Coffman
Connerville
State Teachers’Association
Coffman
Indiana
Escaping Taxes to Fund Education Phrase
The speaker argues for eliminating taxes by maximizing fines and forfeitures and licensing fees from liquor sellers. He suggests raising saloon licenses to $1000 and using proceeds, plus interest on teacher deposits, to fund adequate teacher wages without new taxes.
The Ferris Contract with Martin and Workman
The Hoard closed the year by contracting experts Julian M. Martin and John B. Workman. The move aims to settle graft concerns, reveal innocent and guilty parties, and ensure taxpayers bear fair costs without extra county outlay. Citizens and papers should support thorough investigations to safeguard county interests.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. A. Law
Julian M. Martin
John B. Workman
Ambitious plea for replacement of congressmen over pay
The speaker argues many men would gladly fill congressional seats for the current pay if dissatisfied with their salaries. The remark suggests broad discontent with lawmakers' compensation and hints at potential replacements.
Indiana lawmakers debate death penalty switch to electrocution
Senator William K. Springer of Bartholomew and Decatur counties will introduce a bill to replace hanging with electrocution in Indiana. He calls the current method barbaric. Representative Gus Condo of Marion campaigns to abolish capital punishment and substitute life imprisonment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William K. Springer
Bartholomew
Decatur
Indiana
Gus Condo
Marion
Fifty Dollar Giveaway at Cranes Cigar Store
A local promotion offers a $50 prize drawn from tickets with each 10 cent purchase at Charles Cranes' cigar store. Three prizes will be awarded, with details listed in the advertisement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Cranes’ Cigar
Knights of Pythias District Meeting Set in Williamsport
The district comprising Warren Benton Fountain and Tippecanoe counties will hold its annual Knights of Pythias meeting in Williamsport. Preliminary arrangements are underway and the event is described as a big gathering. all eligible members are urged to attend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Williamsport
Warren
Benton
Fountain
Tippecanoe
Hats at half price Saturday by Mrs J W Price
Local sale announces twenty hats at half price for Saturday only. Mrs J W Price promotes the discount event with limited quantity available.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. W. Price
Miss Myrtle Munger Visited Danville at Week’s Start
A brief note states Miss Myrtle Munger visited Danville at the start of the week, detailing a social or familial afoot meeting without further context.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mrytle Munger
Danville
Local Visitors and Travel Notes in Crawfordsville
Mrs Geo. Martin visits Crawfordsville this week. Tim Murry departed for El Campo Texas on Tuesday. J Loeb's Store advertises women’s cloaks cheaper than ever. S Spencer among pleasant callers this week. Clarance Smith and wife of Newtown spent New Years in Covington. Miss Mary Lunny to go to Indianapolis Thursday for a few months.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clarance Smith
Newtown
Covington
Mary Lunny
Indianapolis
Local notes and notices from Michigan City district
Roy Slater visits his parents in Michigan City Indiana for the week. A one dollar sale offers twelve hats Saturday only. Mrs J W Price and Mrs Lou Butt appear in local notices. Mrs Lou Butt wins divorce from Wert Butt in Judge Schoonover’s court. Mr and Mrs Fred Sumner visit Sumner family in Hillsboro. National evangelist to hold meetings January 17 and 18 in cooperation with the Local union.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roy Slater
Michigan City
Ind
Lou Butt
Wert Butt
Fred Sumner
Mr. Sumners
Hillsboro
Stouts genuine snag robbers J Loeb agent Covington
Dr A B Carter attended the annual meeting of the state veterinary association in Indianapolis. Isaac Holder of Attica was appointed county superintendent of the Independence bridge at a salary of 30 dollars per year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stouts
J. Loeb
Covington
A. B. Carter
Indianapolis
The
State Veterinary Association
Isaac Holder
Attica
Independence
Bargains at J. Loeb Store include misses and children cloaks
Burton's cut price sale noted in this issue prompts buyers to shop clothing and gents furnishings. Marx Herzog and Miss Jessie Bright spent holidays in Goshen and returned Monday evening. City clerks cheer as merchants adopt six o'clock closing for the year. Mrs. Mary A. McGeorge departs for New York to winter with daughter Mrs. Carr. Mr. and Mrs. S. Gray visited Crawfordsville for a New Years dinner at Mrs. Snyder's home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Burton
Mrs. 8S. P. Gray
Crawfordsville
Mr. Gray
R. B. Snyder
Wanted Gentleman or Lady to Travel for Mercantile House
A Mercantile House with large capital seeks a traveling agent. Territory at home or abroad to suit. Home may be used as headquarters. Weekly salary of 1000 dollars per year plus expenses. Address Jos A Alexander Covington Indiana.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jos
A. Alexander
Covington, Ind
Kodol Marketed As Digestive Aid In Ad Offer
An advertisement promotes Kodol as a vegetable acid solution that digests food and balances digestion. It claims to correct deficiencies and align with the National Pure Food and Drug Law, sold by M. C. VanDorn, with a half price sale on hats.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. C. VanDorn
Editor Takes Week Off for Rabbit Hunt After Missed Issue
The Cayuga Herald did not publish last week as editor took a break for a rabbit hunt. No replacement issue was issued during the absence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cayuga Herald
Eleven Year Old Elma Lucas Dies of Diphtheria
Elma Lucas eleven daughter of Mr and Mrs John Lucas living south of the city died Monday from diphtheria Funeral services were held Wednesday and interment followed in Mt Hope cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elma Lucas
John Lucas
Mt. Hope Cemetery
Couple United in Marriage by Local Justice
Robert Mann and Mary Watts of this county were wed Thursday afternoon at the office of Justice Sam Simms. The officiant is described as an expert and performing the ceremony with practiced ease.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert Mann
Mary Watts
Sam Simms
Sam
New Years Gathering at LaTourette Home
Mr and Mrs Jno LaTourette entertained guests for New Years with Mr and Mrs Charles Bergdhal and daughter Audrey Mr and Mrs Harry Volz and daughter Margarete Mrs LaTourette and Mrs Geo LaTourette and two young sons present.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jno. LaTourette
Charles Bergdhal
Audrey
Harry Volz
Margarete
LaTourette
Geo. LaTourette
Mrs Martha E Ring Dies After Long Illness
Mrs Martha E Ring aged 69 years died at her daughter Mrs Will Elmore home in the city after a long illness. Funeral services by Rev A Elmore were held Tuesday afternoon from the residence with interment in Mt Hope Cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Martha E. Ring
Will Elmore
Rev. A. Elmore
Mt. Hope Cemetery
Harness and buggy goods advertised at Coffing's store
Storm fronts mentioned as seasonal display accompany a list of items at O. M. Coffing's harness and buggy store including Klondike products, foot warmers, dog hide fur robes, wool blankets priced at 52.25, steel and rubber tires, and hand made stuffed leather harnesses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
O. M. Coffing
Ratcliff Retires as District Prosecutor After Two Terms
Hon. O. B. Ratcliff retires as prosecuting attorney of the district when W. N. White assumes duties in the sixty first circuit. Ratcliff served two terms and is praised as one of the county’s best prosecutors, leaving with esteem and a record of faithful service to duty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
O. B. Ratcliff
W. N. White
Sixty-First
Ratcliff
Sam Board and Katharyn Kerr Married at Veedersburg Home
Sam Board and Miss Katharyn Kerr were married at the bride’s home in Veedersburg on Saturday evening. They attended the family dinner there New Year’s Day, and left for Omaha Nebraska, where they will reside Thursday morning. Purchase your Christmas purchases at J. Loeb's Store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sam Board
Katharyn Kerr
Veedersburg
Omaha
Neb
Fountain Items and Social Notes From Local Folks
Fountain notes show visits and gatherings among residents. Hugh Shaffer and wife visited home folks. Reed Marlatt stayed with grandparents L D Reed and wife. Lottie Beymer visited Newtown relatives. Cox family dined with Mrs Ferguson. William Foreman on sick list. Mrs Frank Watts visited Mrs John Hawkins. Miller and Marie Snodgrass passed through. Bert Foreman visiting in Rainsville. Mrs P N Cox and daughter visited Mrs Charley Watts. John Hawkins visited relatives in Danville. Willie Watt attended Teachers Association in Indianapolis. social visits among Shafer, Watts and Robinson families. Alfred Helenis shooting match attended by Defiance Ohio and Crawfordsville visitors. Holmes family held watch meeting at New Ennis. Grover Johnson and Miss Stella Siddens wed in Danville. couple dined with Ora Skinner. George Shafer in Fountain. Ed Ennis visited Charley Watts. P N Cox in Covington. J Loeb’s Store advertising furs.
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Ayer
J Co
Gre Te, Er Co
Lowell, Mass
Republican Peoples Paper
T. A. Clifton
Ferris
Geo. Martin
Tim Murry
el Campo Texas
J. Loeb’s
Mary A. McGeorge
New York
Mrs. Carr
J. Loeb's
Hugh Shaffer and
Wife
Reed Marlatt
L. D. Reed and
Mrs. Manford Marquess
Baby
Mary Marquess
Lottie Beymer
G. M. Snodgrass
Family
P N. Cox
Mrs. Ferguson
Charlie
William Foreman
S'Ck
Frank Watts
John Hawkins
Miller and
Marie Snodgrass
Bert Foreman
Mrs Mckinzie
Rainsvile
Charley Wats
Lil
Willie Watt
Teachers Association
Indiananohs
P. A. Shafer
Hugh Shafer
Cherley Watts
Frank Robinson
Alfred Helenis
Alfonzo Heine
Defiance
Ohio
Bill Alexandr
New Yea's
Holmes
New Ennis
Grover Johnson
Stella Siddens
Near Hedrick
J.J. Patterson
Ora Skinner
George Shafer
Ed. Ennis
Charley Watts and
P. N. Cox
Roger’s
Crane’s Grocery Store
Fred S. Reed
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