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Newspaper
Covington Republican
Location
Covington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 05, 1912
Page
4
Baltimore and Bryan Race Past Chicago and T. R.
Baltimore and Bryan outpaced Chicago and T. R in a relative rail match. The two led early and maintained control, securing a decisive advantage as the finish neared.
The Result at Baltimore Haunts Theodore's Hopes
Baltimore produced another blighting wind to the fondest hopes of the illustrious Theodore, dampening expectations and casting a dour tone over his plans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baltimore
Theodore
Two Great Conventions Ended with Buncomb Agitation
Conventions closed revealing the impact of buncomb agitation. The public has not yet had time to consider the full results and implications.
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Buncomb
Bryan Becomes Man of the Hour at Democratic Convention
The Baltimore convention has crowned William Jennings Bryan as the man of the hour, surpassing even Theodore Roosevelt in impact and drawing sharp attention to his rising national prominence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baltimore
Mr. Bryan
T. R. the Lion Hunter
Baltimore convention mirrors Chicago clash but with one man dominant
The Baltimore convention closed in a fashion similar to the Chicago Republican gathering, marked by a tense battle over the issues. The process was longer and the influence of a single leader was stronger, yet the overall outcome resembled the earlier event.
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Baltimore
Chicago
Real questions in campaigns urge business view voting
The writer urges voters to focus on the real issues in all campaigns. He warns that the out of power party seeks to gain control and that office seekers all want power. He advises voters to decide for themselves for their own and the country's best interests.
The People and Parties Define Public Will and Peace
The passage argues that political parties reflect the wishes of their adherents and that majority rule guides progress. It asserts the duty to accept the best outcome possible, educates the masses, and frames peaceful progress as the path to higher aims.
Candidates Tied To Roosevelt Face Election Ticket Question
State and local contenders sworn to Roosevelt weigh how to align with T. R. and the Administration ticket. Republican groups back Mr. Taft and promote their party platform from the Chicago convention.
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Roosevelt
T. R
Administration
Mr. Taft
Chicago
McKinley Faces Re-Election Test After Taft Campaign
Congressman McKinley who led Taft's re nomination campaign faces a potential fall vote clash as his district backed TR strongly in the primaries. Speculation rises over constituent choice if a Roosevelt party forms, though McKinley vows to accept the outcomes driven by his own stance.
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McKinley
Taft
Roosevelt
Nominations Trigger Slowdown in Local Political Press
After nominations by at least two major parties, local political organization stalls emerge. Newspapers, stretched by months of intense campaigning, wary of future costs and favors, and mindful of press independence, grow cautious about backing candidates.
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Baskots
Southern delegates in nomination debate
The text argues that Bryan and Roosevelt stress equal Southern and Northern input in Republican presidential nomination and claim Taf's nomination doesn't reflect the party. It questions whether Northern states should cede influence and whether Southern Democratic majorities should supply Democratic candidates. It ends by asking if they have done so.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Bryan
Teddy Roosevelt
Taf
North
FOR SALE Farimsin Fountain and adjoining counties
For sale list offers all sizes and prices from C M Gardner of Covington Indiana. Contact Gardner for fountain items and related counties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Farimsin Fountain
C. M. Gardner
Covington, Ind
Swamp Root Promises Kidney Health for Women Readers
A call to women readers about kidney and bladder troubles. The ad claims kidney health improves overall well being and urges readers to request a free sample from Dr. Kilmer and Co. and to buy 60 cent or one dollar bottles at drug stores.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Kilmer & Co
Binghamton, N. Y
Remain Loyal to Party or Risk Democratic Split
A Fountain County speaker urges Republicans to stand with their party and nominees. He argues against joining Democrats, saying leaving the party harms its ability to serve and that internal reform is best pursued from within.
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Fountain County
Democratic Party
Washington as seen by Western visitors at the Democratic Convention
West visitors finding Washington a homey city by the National Capital’s southern locale. They discover Washington lies south of Baltimore and 150 miles below the Mason Dixon line, meeting north and south on Pennsylvania Avenue as modern progress contrasts with old time Southern shacks housing small businesses.
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Washington
Baltimore
National Capital
Pennsylvania Avenue
Predicts extended Congress session and veto risks
It is predicted Congress may stay in session until late August or September. Taft is expected to veto two large appropriation bills: the legislative budget and the army bill over the General Wood rider. A plan to extend current appropriations past June 30 faces departmental accounting disruption.
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Congress
Taft
Commerce Court
House
Senate
Wood
Party Regularity and Taft Administration Endorsement
The text argues that the same delegate selection system from four years ago remains fair and that the platform once Republican then is now even more satisfactory. It praises Taft as a good president and notes his integrity along with the country’s growing industry and achievements.
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Taft
Taft praised as nation's progress and prosperity standard
The Bloomington Telephone extols Taft as the Republic ana constructive force behind growth and prosperity. It argues the election will preserve party alignments of the past fifty years and warns against voting out the governing party that delivered prosperity.
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Taft
Bloomington
Wagon Route Delivers Fresh Bread From Huff's Bakery
The Huff's Home Bakery wagon begins Saturday morning deliveries calling at doors to save orders for bread cakes cookies and pies.
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Huff
County Officials Report Busy Week of Transactions
Trustee Jos. Starkey visited the city Tuesday to oversee interests. County commissioners held their regular session this week with routine business. Township trustees audited and approved the poor accounts on Monday and Tuesday. County farm supplies were purchased Tuesday afternoon. Wednesday saw bills allowed and additional business transacted. The July session is anticipated as an important one.
Executive committee meeting of the 3rd Reg Ind Volunteers
The executive committee of the 3rd Regiment Ind Volunteers will meet at the auditor’s office in the courthouse on Saturday afternoon July 6 at 2 o’clock. All members are urged to attend. N. G. Nebeker, Secretary.
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B3rd Reg. Ind. Volunters
Court House
N. G. Nebeker
For Sale or Rent Easy Terms in Covington Kansas
For Sale or Rent Easy Terms. Good dwelling on one or both fine lots, N. W. cor. Liberty and 8th sts. Covington. Not encumbered, paying paid. Good lot and old dwelling, S. W. cor. Harrison and 8th streets. Not encumbered. Replies to all. W. L. Stilwell, Owner, Emporia, Kansas.
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N. W
Liberty
8Th Sts
Covington
S. W
Harrison and
8Th Streets
W. L. Stilwell
Emporia
Kansas
Death Knell of Friendship Quotation
An aphorism attributed to St. Augustine warns that suspicion poisons friendship, reflecting a philosophical view on trust and interpersonal bonds.
Dodger Bibbles and the forged signature pledge
The Washington Star notes Bibbles once signed a pledge then forgot it and called a handwriting expert to prove the signature a forgery. The item highlights a Dodger figure dodging responsibility on technicalities and cites the star’s remark on his actions.
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Bibbles
Washington Star
A Good Manager The Wife After All
A light homefront scene notes a wife discussing budgeting for dresses and cleaning with her husband. The dialogue suggests careful planning to manage expenses during a visit, emphasizing practical domestic economy.
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Adolphus
Harper’s Bazar
Notice to Contractors for Richland School heating project
Elias S. Waggoner Trustee calls for bids at Mellott Town hall for direct indirect steam heating and ventilating system and repairs to Newtown two story brick school in Richland Twp Fountain County Indiana. Bids due 1:00 pm with bond or certified check of 500 dollars. plans available July 1. right to reject bids reserved.
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Richland School
Fountain County
Inchanme
Mellott
Newtown
Richland Township
State of Indiana
State of
Indiana
General Assembly
Beint
A. D
Scho
State Board of Accounts
Township
Richkind
Tudiamwa
Metlote
Omeligea
Elias S. Waggoner
Fountain Couny
Dodi
Judy
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