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Newspaper
Covington Republican
Location
Covington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 12, 1912
Page
1
Fountain County voices reveal a sober push for a Republican platform with county option likely, as the state convention nears in August. Logans township splits threaten new party activity, while Veedersburg News notes Stephen Dougherty winning district rep with strong county option stance.
The Attica Daily Tribune reports Will Calvert may announce as a candidate for the Republican nomination for joint senator from Fountain Warren and Vermillion counties. Warren has two candidates and Fountain lacks a longtime senator, making Calvert a favored choice.
Warren and Benton counties held their judicial convention in Williamsport with no contests. Berton B. Berry of Fowler was nominated against Judge Saunderson, who was re-nominated, and Ed. A. McHarry of Warren county was chosen for Prosecutor. The ticket is strong and expected to win. An executive session of the chairman and committee is planned this week to finalize county convention plans and campaign strategy.
The Attica Press reports J Wesley Whicker will not seek a Fountain Warren and Vermilion county Republican ticket spot. He plans to join a newly formed progressive party after attending a conference in Indianapolis.
The Attica Press reports a Vermillion Fountain Warren district Democratic convention nominating Dr. J. F. Adams of Clinton for joint senator. Adams, praised for honesty and progressive ideas, accepted the nomination amid applause. Delegates endorsed a platform supporting progression and the Baltimore Democratic platform while noting limited township representation.
A Saturday sale at The Leader offers 25 percent off ladies and misses one piece wash dresses in white and colors that originally sold above 1.50. Shoppers may choose any qualifying dress to save.
Montadust Mont Faust, a graduate of Indiana Dental College, has purchased the dental offices and business of E Ewbank in Kingman and assumed management this Wednesday. Known locally for good habits and solid training at Louisville and Indiana, he is poised to continue Ewbanks' successful practice in Kingman with support from many friends.
Judge Jackson names L Dow Patton of Lawrenceburg as court reporter replacing Carl Russell. Patton, with two years as Lawrenceburg reporter and prior service in Fountain and Warren counties, will move to Newcastle with his family in a couple of weeks. Friends welcome the return to northern Indiana.
A local clearance features ladies shirt waists priced at 98c each, with items previously retailing up to $150. The sale highlights a broad selection and attracts shoppers seeking affordable apparel options.
Prof. Dodson tendered his resignation as city school superintendent on Thursday and accepted a position at Shortridge in Indianapolis.
Rural route carriers gain higher pay with a standard 24 mile route set at 1074 per year payable monthly. Additional routes over 24 miles add 4473 per mile annually, while routes under 24 miles reduce pay per mile. Fractions over half are rounded up to a full mile.
Special embroidery sale offers 00 pieces of embroideries and insertions to match Saturday only. Visit our large showroom window for details and pricing.
John Foley aged father of Hon. Mike Foley of Indianapolis and A N Foley of Crawfordsville died at his Wingate home at 2 oclock Thursday morning. He was about years old and the immediate cause was indigestion though paral ysis had troubled him for two years. Born in Ireland he lived in Coal Creek township over 50 years. Though in modest means he provided his sons a good education and their native ability has brought them to prominence.
Hannah Mater sues Rev Elmer Mater for divorce in circuit court alleging years of harsh verbal abuse and mistreatment. She states he spent time with other women, cites her prostration and nervous strain, and notes their separation began June 5 after his pastorship in the community. Trustees had terminated his church contract.
Half Price Saturday offers Any Man's Dress straw hats in the store at half price except Panamas. Sale applies to hats on display with cone style noted for this Saturday only.
Mrs Lewis Brooks of Fountain died Wednesday afternoon after a three week illness. Funeral services are held today. She leaves a husband and six children. Lou expresses the community’s sympathy in this bereavement.
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