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Newspaper
Covington Republican
Location
Covington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 07, 1910
Page
5
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A concise editorial stance argues that fairness in politics and business rests on sound judgment rather than bias. It frames integrity as essential for trust, citing decision making and accountability as core standards.
Observers compare actions by Democratic leaders with those by Republican figures to highlight missteps in strategy and messaging. The discussion focuses on how effective outreach, unity, and consistent policy positions influence voter trust and party cohesion.
David W. Grarp Supreme Chief of the Tribe of Ben Hur died at his Crawfordsville home last Saturday.He led the organization and was a prominent local figure. Funeral arrangements are pending as friends and members mourn his passing.
A brief aphorism notes that parties, like men, gain strength by making decisions. Those who choose rightly and stand by their decision are bound to win, emphasizing steadfast resolve in political action.
The piece argues the Republican Party in Indiana faces a crucial election, calling every Republican a fighter enlisted for the period of the war. It emphasizes that the party’s future in Indiana is at stake and demands maximum citizen effort for stable government and safe administration.
Acting Chairman Fred Sims calls Indiana Republican State committee to meet in Indianapolis and consider a county and district reorganization, a move seen as likely in the same traditional method, while noting it may meet Democratic opposition.
The Indiana Lincoln League plans a strong February 12 gathering in Columbus. Southern Indiana Republicans aim for a memorable convention with energetic committees including a publicity group using newspaper space to advertise the event.
Former Representative Chas B Landis says he is out of politics and does not expect to return to Washington as a public official while citing his active role in upbuilding the merchant marine. He notes his small district organization and wonders what beat the others used.
The passage argues that a Democratic win would bury the Indiana Republican Party by redrawing the political map to diminish Republican communities. It asserts Republicans aim to show political prowess and loyalty while recognizing upcoming vast issues.
A compact remark argues that excess Republican energy should be directed toward opposing forces, urging a productive outlet for political effort rather than internal constraints.
A brief editorial argues Republicans feel sure of advantages but warns there is no solid basis for assuming success. It stresses caution and vigilance ahead of political contests and public opinion shifts.
The People express them selves through political parties. The Republican party today is the best medium for popular advancement of rational and progressive thought. The party will continue to move toward in Indiana, as in the nation. Republicans, as a party, will not fail to maintain their high standing with the voters.
Abraham Lincoln’s approach of planting flowers from thistles is cited as a lesson for Indiana Republicans. The piece argues there is nothing destructive in the sentiment and credits Lincoln with forbearance, compromise, and union, offering guidance in practical politics.
The passage argues the opposition has two faces two sides one benevolent and earnest the other selfish and imperious. It accuses Democrats of a reformist rhetoric while a dominant faction mocks promises and ridicules reform. It frames a split between decency and a destructive rule oriented minority.
The piece urges Republicans to unite behind regulars, avoid insurgent control, and repair loyalty within Fountain County. It argues irregulars lack concessions, warns against dictatorships, and says harmony and fair party work can win if all cooperate. Regulars must lead, irregulars must align.
Ed Bonebrake has accepted the position of cashier at the Bank of Kinng Scott E Booe, with details noting his field experience and duties.
The piece calls Republicans to unite under capable organizers and a disciplined, active effort. It argues harmony, thorough organization, broad interest, and diligent work are essential to advance the party as a force for good government and wise administration.
The Duke of Argyll visited his son in Canada’s governor general role and met Henry Wadsworth Longfellow in Cambridge Massachusetts. They admired Longfellow’s garden as the duke quizzed him on birds and flowers while Longfellow admitted he knew six languages and translates many European tongues.
The history from Rurik to the eighteenth century shows Russia expanding in Europe. It notes the Norse founder Ruric, Christianization in the tenth century, Tartar invasion under Czarghiz Khan, and liberation by Ivan the Great. Peter I (1672 1725) is credited with placing Russia on the European stage.
The mistletoe was a Druwistical Christmas gift in ancient England with veneration by Druids. Cutting it involved sacrifices and feasting as a priest climbed the tree with a gold knife and the twigs fell into a mantle of whiteness.
A Chicago Tribune quote attributes a senator's success to heredity rather than self credit. The eminent statesman says his father had ambition and his mother talent, and he inherited both.
In a humorous exchange, Mrs Ennpeck reveals Bob Smith and Mary Jones wed secretly ten months ago, sparking comments about secrecy and the wisdom gained in marriage. Mr Enpeck adds a punchline about Smith being wiser after marriage.
In a brief exchange at a store, Joker asks if smokeless tobacco is kept in stock and the clerk confirms. Joker seeks the specific type and the clerk specifies chewing tobacco as the product available. The line appears in the Cornell Widow.
Advertises Dr Shoop Health Coffee as a fast substitute that goes a third farther than rivals with no real coffee used. Built from toasted grains malt and nuts and claimed to brew in a minute. Priced at 100 cups for 25 cents and sold by grocers.
Nantes municipal council votes a family subsidy plan for city workers. Married employees receive 20 dollars at marriage and 10 dollars monthly per child until age fourteen, with no further aid once the father's salary exceeds 600 dollars yearly. Source cites New York Tribune.
A Philadelphia Telegraph excerpt recounts a humorous memory where a wife recalls last week’s scene of her placing a red flannel cloth soaked in goose grease around her husband’s neck for a sore throat. The anecdote humorously notes how many witnesses present found the sight amusing.
In a New York supreme court session, Mrs. Susan Merrill testified that Harry K. Thaw rented rooms under aliases at two lodgings between 1902 and 1905 and lured over 200 girls with promises of theatrical work. She described Thaw beating them with a pearl-handled whip, demanding silence with payments totaling at least 25000 dollars. She said one woman posed as Thaw’s wife and received 7000 dollars. Merrill defended her actions amid cross examination, noting she was jailed for perjury after a prior suit for damages. she claimed she kept none of Thaw’s money.
The tale recalls Thomas Edison’s humor at work as he pranked a lazy office worker. He secretly linked the telegraph key to the man, broadcast a set of news from New York, and made him copy several columns for hours before startling him with a newspaper puff on the nose.
At a celebratory lunch Sven Hedin cited a letter from Alfred Nobel written when Hedin was a student. Nobel dismissed exploration trips as anachronistic, urging better use of impulses, yet sent a sum as a counterpoint to his own view and to aid Hedin’s studies.
Seattle Sept 1 Five lives were lost when the Alaska Steamship company steamer Ohio sank off Steep Point Alaska. Of 128 passengers on board the loss affected mainly the crew as passengers survived. The steamer and cargo were a total loss.
Panama reports a wide earth shock on Monday with no damage and no apparent impact on the canal. Authorities say seismic activity did not affect critical infrastructure.
Two individuals died in a roadway collision in St Louis when an automobile struck a pedestrian. Investigatorsare examining the scene for details as the incident unfolds.
A Monday evening fire at the Jacob Peters residence on North Third street caused heavy damage as the blaze spread across the roof and into the upper story from a defective flue. Fire crews controlled it after rapid response, but the home suffered substantial losses and displacement in cold weather. A separate alert Tuesday evening at the Co Madden home on East Liberty street proved to be a burst steam pipe with minimal damage.
Huntington West Virginia resident Rev I W Williams testifies Foley's Kidney Remedy relieves nervous exhaustion and kidney trouble saying it does all claimed. Sold by M C VanDorn.
A fragment notes a child’s cry for Fletcher’s Castoria amid a cold snap with snow folding from 16 below to 45 above. An advertisement seeks a man over 30 with horse and buggy to sell stock condition powder in Fountain Co with a $70 monthly salary, addressed to 501 Unity Bldg Indianapolis Ind.
Will McClerg offers cash or trade for furs poultry and all kinds of junk at the northwest corner of the square. Also promotes Foley's Urine Laxative for indigestion and related stomach troubles with M C VanDorn as seller.
Fragmentary note discusses the state auditor's powers over unlawful payments to officials and handling of special claims, with references to commissioners, assessors, clerks, turnpike directors, and township bonds, but wording is garbled.
By order of the Fountain County Court clerk the Mellotters and Waggoner defendants face a public sale of rents and profits for up to seven years on Rice's Station Lots 18 and 19 to cover a judgment of eight hundred ninety dollars and ninety cents plus interest and costs. If rents fail, the fee simple of the property may be sold at Covington court house between 10 am and 4 pm on the sale day.
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