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Newspaper
Covington Republican
Location
Covington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 19, 1923
Page
4
The RepublicAn paper from Covington Indiana outlines its masthead with The County Seat emblem Tr A Clifton editor and publisher and its second class post office filing details.
The piece laments a failed bid by a political group to eliminate a current primary law before the Indiana legislature. It warns that despite careful planning, the plan faltered, and calls on the public to stay alert for at least fifty days as watchfulness continues.
The writer argues against a gasoline tax noting the consumer bears the cost while the selling corporation profits. It would raise fuel prices, similar to oil inspection levies, and create new tax collectors funded from receipts. Only a small share would fund construction, there is concern over added public burden.
The Y M C A led by Richard Silverthorne hosted weekend events in Covington with visiting leaders from the Purdu r branch. The aim was to place higher ideals before young men, emphasizing self control and choosing the best life, hoping lasting positive results for Covington youth.
The piece argues inspectors raise consumer costs by funding pricey oversight. It contends legitimate competition protects buyers and calls for repealing such laws. It cites gasoline prices from 1914 1915 and questions why inspection elevates prices despite higher output. It condemns political graft and soft jobs for lawmakers.
The piece argues that AP coverage fosters a racist view of Louisiana and mob rule. It accuses subsidized press reports of one-sided framing to pressure Governor Parker and expel the Ku Klux Klan, claiming motives beyond law enforcement.
Mrs Hattie Clodfelder and daughter Lela mourn the sudden death of Thelme Mae six month old child of Mr and Mrs Howard Clodfelder at Tree Springs. Miss Gladys Abernathy recovering from frozen feet after missing school at Cates. Local visits note residents Grant Shumaker Savilla Nichols Clara Hall and Elizabeth Allen with minor social updates.
Administratrix Mary O Babb of the estate of David E Babb deceased will sell at public auction on February 15 1923 at the decedents former residence in wa besh tow shin five head of horses farm implements two wagons automobile household goods and other items. Sale begins at 10 am cash on sums over five dollars with a negotiable note for terms up to nine months bearing six percent interest secured by sureties.
The article questions bias in authorities and the Associated Press toward the Klan. It cites Atlanta based head offices near Morehouse parish, a claimed reward for Klansman convictions, and asks why missing bodies in a lake case show no evidence of decomposition. It notes silent alternative views from press and officials and prompts public scrutiny.
In the Fountain Circuit Court of January Term 1923 the Fountain Trust Company as Executor of Horace G Howell deceased presents its final account and vouchers. The court will examine the account on February 9 1923 and all heirs creditors or legatees must appear to show cause why the account should not be approved. Heirs must prove their heirship at the same time and place.
Robert Darnell of Covington Indiana assigns all property to a trustee for the benefit of bona fide creditors. The trustee has qualified and begun the execution of the trust under law. Dated January 12 1913. L P Little Trustee.
FOR SALE Several pieces of Covington residence property offered by O M Gardner and Ale Orville Lowe who has rejoined the regular army and is stationed at Fort Sam Houston Texas. He reports daily tank practice and lumber piles used for Rough Rider drills. MARRY The Old Reliable Club advertises speedy marriage services with confidential descriptions free Mrs Wrubel Box 26 Oakland California.
Lizzie Graham as administratrix of the James C. Graham estate has presented and filed her account and vouchers in final settlement in the court. Nebeker & Dice attorneys filed for the estate with the date noted as January 12, 1913.
The Covington School City trustees announce plans to incur debt not exceeding 28000 dollars for repairing the present high school building and constructing a two story brick addition about seventy by one hundred feet. Repairs include roof plastering wall and ceiling work removal of partitions and room enlargements and new wooden floors in part of the basement. The project will be pursued on or about February 5 1928 under authority of the city common council. M Mayer president John LaTourrette treasurer Lee Philpott secretary.
The Fountain Circuit Court issues a non-resident notice in US Complaint No. 5297 for foreclosure of a mechanics lien. Vernon Akan is named as defendant, with attorneys R. N. Voliva and John B. Martin. The defendant must appear by March 14, 1928, or be defaulted. Court seal dated January 17, 1923 in Covington.
Public sale ordered by the Fountain County Circuit Court to satisfy a $3,848.51 judgment plus costs. On January 27, 1923 the rents and profits for seven years of the north half of Lot 84 in Covington will be offered at the courthouse door from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. If needed, the fee simple of the property may be sold. Attorney C. S. Douglass.
Sealed proposals for repairs to the Covington Indiana high school and a new addition will be received by the board of trustees until 2 pm on February 5 1923. Bids cover general construction heating plumbing and ventilating electrical work with plans on file in Covington high school and Danville Illinois architects office. A 3 percent bid bond is required and bonds and affidavits must conform to Indiana law. The board reserves right to reject bids.
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