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Newspaper
Covington Republican
Location
Covington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 10, 1913
Page
2
Berlin authorities prohibit smoking by drivers and any motorist, citing distraction and accidents. Commentary notes stronger controls in Germany, compares to drinking driving and aviation risks, and highlights a French flannel parcel aiding Czar Ferdinand’s winter campaign.
The Statistical Division reports US wheat exports for 1912 will top 100 million bushels, up from 83 million in 1911 and 62 million in 1910. Ten months to October total 76.25 million, vs 67.75 million a year earlier, with most growth from the new crop.
The item questions a so called farmeress linked to a quip about hogs and lean wives. It notes Harvard hiring coach Haughton at ten thousand dollars a year and suggests other teachers might seek practical education. A New York proposal favors boxing taught in schools with pistol practice, trekking, and ambuscade dug discussed.
The Hamburg American liner Amerika went aground off Tompkinsville Staten Island after leaving Hoboken. It was floated at high tide and carries a large passenger list bound for Europe. A separate report from Newport News says the J L Luckenback sunk in Chesapeake Bay with the captain his wife and 21 crew drowned.
Washington January 4 President Taft sent to the senate Henry S Boutell of Chicago as minister to Switzerland for appointment to the United States court of claims Judge Fenton W Booth nominated as chief justice to succeed retired Stanton J Petrie Cincinnati January 4 Cowboy Poet Harry G Ellard dies in his fifty fourth year in travel writing life Washington January 3 War Secretary Stimson asks Congress for 100000 to supply horses for all army branches Felker elected governor of New Hampshire by legislature January 3 222 votes to 151 for Franklin Worcester
Senator Joseph W. Bailey of Texas resigns from the U S Senate. He sent a brief letter to Senate President pro tempore Gallinger tendering his resignation and telegraphed Governor Colquitt of Texas before dispatching the note.
A Sunday blaze of mysterious origin destroyed part of the Boex Holman Candy plant in Fond du Lac Wisconsin causing about 50000 dollars in damage in the worst fire there in five years dawned with heavy smoke and flames.
Austin Texas January 7 The appointment of R M Johnston editor of the Houston Fest as successor to Joseph W Bailey in the senate for the term expiring March 4 next was announced Sunday by Governor Zolquitt.
President Taft stated in Clews remarks and a addressed luncheon that arbitration of Panama canal tolls should be pursued if talks with Britain fail. He warned against Roosevelt’s influence and referenced his political wake at a Republican dinner.
Col. Theodore Roosevelt cables James H. Gibson to protest Idaho Supreme Court actions that jailed Capital News publishers R. S. Sheridan C. O. Broxon and A. R. Cruzen for printing his criticisms. He decries the court and seeks Senate action, calling the court’s conduct an outrage against minority rights and free protest. Many details reference Roosevelt’s sympathy and national political stakes.
Dr Peter Donnelly in delirium due to fever drove a high power auto through guard chains at Madison avenue dock and into the river, crashing through ice and drowning on Sunday in Toledo Ohio.
New York January 4 The actor and manager Theodore Roberts opted for jail rather than pay the $50 a week alimony awarded after his wife obtained a legal separation.
Gen Edward Merwin Lee aged 77 and said to be kin of Gen Robert E. Lee died in a private sanitarium in New York City on Thursday.
Washington reports say Rep William W Wedemeyer of Ann Arbor Michigan leaped from a ship at Colon Panama while part of Tafts Isthmian visit party He later died or disappeared and his body was not found Friends blame the campaign that led to his defeat and his aggressive public work for the breakdown The incident followed a prior head injury from a fall on an icy sidewalk in Washington D C
Samuel Gompers John Mitchell and Frank Morrison of the American Federation of Labor appeal their contempt of court conviction in the Buck's Stove & Range case in the District of Columbia court of appeals. They contend the verdict reflects a lack of respect for judicial authority. Seventeen alleged errors are listed. the prosecutors committee will file a reply before February 6.
New York January 4 James R. Keene died Friday morning in Miss Alstons private hospital after an abdominal trouble. He had been ill two years and recently moved from the Waldorf Astoria to the hospital. Keene was a leading Wall Street stock speculator and a commanding figure in horse racing owning breeding and racing top thoroughbreds.
London January 7 The gold medal of the Royal Philharmonic society was presented to Mme Tetrazzini on Sunday. Previous honorees include Patti Nilsson Tietjens Albani Kirkby-Lunn and Santley.
John G. Woolley, former Prohibition presidential candidate, announced in Battle Creek Michigan on Saturday that he is through with the Prohibition party. He cites local cause as the reason.
The U S court of appeals granted writs of supersedeas Friday releasing 32 of 33 convicted labor leaders on bonds totaling 1 070 000. Frank M Ryan’s bond set at 790 000. bonds based on 10 000 per year of sentence. Judge Baker said bonds force attendance in court and extradition may not apply if fugitives flee. Herbert S Hockin would serve his sentence without appeal. Bond approval to be handled by Federal Judge Anderson in Indianapolis.
William G. Rockefeller agreed to appear as a witness before the Pujo money trust investigating committee. The Standard Oil magnate will testify January 13 after a months long search that cost the public at least 500 dollars daily. Attorney Samuel Untermyer and House official Riddell sent word in New York.
United States Senator Jeff Davis of Arkansas died Friday at his Little Rock home from apoplexy. Elected at twenty one, he served three terms as Arkansas governor before entering the Senate in 1903. Born Russellville May 6 1862 he studied at Vanderbilt and became a lawyer. He married Ina McKenzie in 1882 and had seven children. after her death he wed Leila Carter.
Italy orders 200000 tons of coal in America on Friday as part of a larger purchasing push. The move follows Egypt's railways lead and invites tenders for a substantial quantity from Yorkshire mines.
In St. Petersburg on January 7 Crown Prince Alexis walked about his palace rooms at Tsarskoye-Selo showing convalescence is satisfactory. The reports that he is a helpless cripple are disproved.
Flying Cloud a gelding known in the northwest as a trotter died in Minneapolis on the farm of his owner Martin Jevne at age 38. The horse formerly stood thirty years ago.
An advertisement urges obtaining Globe Pine Compound from a druggist to mix with glycerine and whiskey for a cough and cold cure. It claims strong medical approval, dosage guidance for adults and children, and notes quick restock from wholesalers.
Simeon Ford at a New York hotel dinner jokes about a new malady called shopper s cramp. He claims it appears in December and grows violent by mid month, ending on December 24. The illness supposedly affects women in limbs but hits the husband only in the pocket.
The Bank of England experienced its first fire in memory, breaking out in the southeastern portion and causing damage to flooring and joisting. Bank authorities detected the blaze and extinguished it with their own equipment in about 30 minutes, as a Ne lieutenant and a dozen Irish Guards on duty with fixed bayonets helped police keep the crowd back.
The Toledo mayor argues that discontent drives national progress and quotes a farmer who longs to own surrounding land. He frames discontent as a catalyst for national advancement and personal ambition.
A playful note describes a candlemaker who merges two extremes in his trade. The line hints at a business that is both cereous and light, punning on wax and illumination.
A playful exchange between siblings about money and work. The brother earns more than he can spend, prompting humorous remarks about his employment.
A note highlights single women feeling troubled by lack of male companionship and pressure to marry. It reflects social expectations of marriage and the pursuit of suitable partners in the era.
A reader testifies that Grape-Nuts breakfast cereal relieved stomach trouble and indigestion better than other foods. She credits the cereal with stronger nerves and better overall well being after changing to Grape-Nuts, as recommended by doctors. The ad cites Postum Co. of Battle Creek and promotes The Road to Wellville booklet.
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