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Newspaper
Covington Republican
Location
Covington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 28, 1898
Page
11
A garbled fourteenth line of text indicates a Keeley Institute location near Vandalia with references to court, parties including Joan West and West, and a civil proceedings context. The document mentions a circuit court, juror actions, and a recording by a clerk, with implied dates and local officials.
State of Indiana Fountain County September term A D 1876 appears that one Elizabeth McIntyre Jr not a resident of Indiana and the action is for the partition of real estate in Fountain County Indiana with defendants named as necessary parties. Plaintiffs must appear and answer by November meeting or default will be entered. Court seals and signatures filed.
Notice to non residents lists names including Serelda Donhai Eden C. Phebus William Phebos Mars Spinks Elizabeth Vandorn Jereos Keenan Martha Martin Hulda Powell Wittard Tusa Eibert Tainin and a series of associated identifiers. The document records a formal address to those individuals regarding pending actions or rights in a local matter.
An advertisement touts Mothers Friend as a liniment to ease morning sickness, relax muscles, and shorten labor. It claims safety and rapid recovery without after-effects, priced at one dollar per bottle and available through The Bradfield Regulator Co., Atlanta, Ga.
The piece blasts candidates for secrecy and calls Republicans sharper in this campaign while Democrats are accused of questionable tactics. It notes bondholder influence, faulting the Democratic city council for delayed financial reporting and urging a timely report from officials.
Local candidates in Rwan County introduce themselves to voters amid confidence in their abilities. The public is urged to vote on November 1, with Republicans urged to support loyal candidates and demonstrate unity at the polls.
Despite criticism of the Dingley bill Democrats note a large surplus in the U S Treasury. Officials say over 344 million dollars remains on hand with more than 200 million projected, as Grover Cleveland advocates bond issuance to replenish the reserve.
Report notes chatter among supporters about bets on a candidate, but organizers say all wagers were claimed. Voters press for accountability while opponents doubt the party’s commitment to the election effort.
A speaker received a grand ovation last night in Covington as a large crowd applauded his remarks. Democrats praised his policy on ending the war with Spain swiftly and noted the return of Friend Landis to Congress by a solid majority in the state.
The Indiana court reviews Fogel Co ads to challenge a district election at the Marion Soldiers Home. The decision could affect ballot access and may disappoint supporters of state treasurer and ex attorney general in a politically charged case.
The court denied the injunction sought by the appellants and appellees. Oral arguments were postponed after both sides failed to comply with court procedures. the matter will proceed to a future hearing.
An article from the Democratic press reports disputes over county financial reporting and publication practices. The piece cites accusations that the auditor and county commissioners acted without authority, questions about where settlement folders were kept, and a challenge regarding publication of audits. It notes a standing offer of $100 for evidence substantiating any circulation of folders.
The Home and Foreign Missionary Society of the Presbyterian Church held its regular monthly meeting at the Manse on Wednesday afternoon. Mrs Fowler read a letter from a Siam-based missionary supported by the church. Refreshments followed as society members discussed missions and the talk by Attica's Mrs Finney.
The Vulcan, formerly the Chatham, is described as a floating machine shop equipped to repair vessels and fabricate parts aboard ship. It carries plate bending, lathes, planers, boilers, blowers, and a foundry with a crew including top engineers and two hundred men led by Lt. Cmdr. Ira Harris. The ship’s mission is to stay with the fleet and repair damage, a unique and vital support role in the navy.
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