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Newspaper
Covington Republican
Location
Covington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 28, 1922
Page
2
The Lessons of Yesterday Reflections on Love and Truth
The author urges memory of yesterday to learn from the past. They argue trouble is internal and only Love and Truth endure, with time as their messenger. Self must perish with the passing hour and cannot stand before a universal moral standard.
Pleasure mad land warns of divine judgement on society
The piece contends that a national cult of pleasure erodes core values and labor, likening current trends to ancient decadence. It laments Sabbath neglect, worship of gratification, and a drift toward moral decay, warning of divine wrath if communities persist.
Republican Party Troubles in Fountain County Politics
The passage discusses muddy Republican prospects in Fountain County, noting a close political climate with a large liberal voting element. It warns party control hinges on a clean record, party image, and organized support, comparing past Democratic shifts and current uncertainty for a win. It emphasizes the importance of strong organization in close counties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iis County
Fountain County
Cmere
Ates Partir
Republican Party
Senothine
Young Married People 500 Club Picnics in Lafayette Park
The Young Married People 500 Club traveled to Lafayette Sunday and held a picnic at the park with members including the Campbells Coffings Joneses and others. Several local residents T trim reported various visits and minor incidents among Stone Bluff residents and surrounding towns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
500 Club
Lafayette
Wilbur Campbell
Betty Lou
Clyde Coffing
Doris Maxine
Lowell Jones
Geraldine
Joyce Campbell
Maynard Robertson
Grady McLean
Pearl Ludlow
Abbie Miller
Lou
Danville
Conditions for Republican Strength in Fountain County 1922
The author argues that public confidence from 1906 to 1920 cannot guarantee victory and warns against relying on abnormal election years. He claims officers and part of the organization try to purge rival elements, weakening party unity. Emphasizes rank and file control, officials as public servants, and the risk of autocratic leadership. Concludes with a call to honesty to overcome these issues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sofe
Boycot
Fountain County
Chamberlains Tablets for Stomach and Liver Endorsed
Mrs William Vollmer of Eastwood New York praises Chamberlains Tablets saying they are splendid for biliousness digestion and constipation and recommending a trial to friends and neighbors as a medicine that will do you good.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
William Vollmer
Eastwood
N.Y
Bombardier Beetle Uses Explosive Defense
The bombardier beetle, a dry-habitat insect with a blue frock coat like wing covers, can expel a reactive fluid in bursts that explode upon contact with air. When chased by a ground beetle it releases fluid into the enemy’s face, dissuading pursuit and allowing escape. The fluid can irritate skin and eyes, and explosions grow fainter with each discharge. In hot regions with large beetles, the blasts are loud and produce a blue vapor cloud.
Island of Women Dominate Men in Gulf Legend
Petit Parisien quotes an account describing a Gulf of California island where men are subservient to women. A suitor must serve his chosen bride for a year as a slave before marriage, after which the wedding features a bride painting her face white to signify triumph.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gulf of California
Petit Parisien
Paris
Pig Club Argues Over Biggest Pig Bet
Fred Smith, despite severe crippled, cares for his pig with skill. He overhears John Mitchell claiming his pig is the biggest. Fred mocks the claim saying swapping pigs would not change who has the largest pig.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fred
Johnny
Fred Smith
Pig Club
John Mitchell
Motion to fund three cuspidors shocks town meeting
A town meeting hears a curious motion to allocate funds for three cuspidors placed at proper spots. An elderly, hard of hearing man then repeats the motion, insisting the name Jack Davis be added as one of them.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moderator
Jack Davis
Local Social Notes Mention Visits and Illness Recovery
Mrs Susie Smuels shows improvement after illness. Ambrose Stines family and Floyd Richardson visited Coal Creek. Mabel and Vera Hunt enjoyed Sunday dinner at the Kesner home. Wanda McCann of Covington visits sister Mrs Carl Keller. Lloyd Brown of Tangier called on Lucile Warn. Congregants attended baptising at Coal Creek near Snoddy Mill. Mr and Mrs Joseph Samuels and son and Frank Hebert were in West Union Tuesday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Susie Smuels
Ambrose Stines
Floyd Richardson
Coal Creek
Mabel
Vera Hunt
Kesner
Wanda McCann
Covington
Carl Keller
Lloyd Brown
Tangier
Lucile Warn
Snoddy Mill
Joseph Samuels and
Frank Hebert
West Union
How I Cleared the Mill of Rats
A night watchman claims RAT-SNAP cleared a mill of rats within six weeks. He reports killing them nightly, noting dogs wouldn’t go near the infestation. Ad lists prices 3d9¢ 65¢ and 1.25 and credits Meyer Hrw. Co. Covington for sale and guarantee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Meyer Hrw. Co. Covington
Adv
Notice of Administration for George W. Berry Estate
The Circuit Court of Fountain County Indiana appoints Stella E Krug as Administrator with will annexed of the deceased George W Berry. The estate is believed to be solvent and Nebeker and Dice serve as attorneys. (7-21-23)
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Circuit Court of
Fountain County
State of
Indiana
George W. Berry
Stella E. Krug
Will
Nebeker & Dice
Attys
Saving and smart spending with simple remedies
The ad argues the average man saves little and spends most earnings on living costs. It suggests careful cuts and small investments like seeds or Chamberlain’s Colic and Diarrhoea Remedy can prevent larger future expenses, claiming a bottle saves doctors bills.
Out of the Silent North drama by Frank Mayo
A vivid Lyric Friday drama of adventure and romance set in frostbound silence. Frank Mayo stars in a sweeping tale of courage and passion amid northern wilderness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Mayo
Lamps Power Plant Growth Study at Wisconsin
Large 1,000 watt electric lamps illuminate a plant growth experiment at the University of Wisconsin. Plants are grown under intense light in a room cooled to about 50 degrees Fahrenheit to study respiration and photosynthesis rates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
University of Wisconsin
Girl Wins Oxford Honors For Arnold Prize
Miss Jessie H. Fleming becomes first woman to win the Arnold essay prize at Oxford University. She shares the distinction with notable former winners including Lord Bryce and the late Professor Dicey.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oxford
Jessie H. Fleming
Oxford University
Lord Bryce
Professor Dicey
Tough Luck on Life Insurance Lapse in Traveler's Beacon
A woman by the wash tub declares she will not pay another cent after eight years of regular premiums, criticizing an agent for letting her husband's life insurance lapse. The item portrays a grim example of policy trouble and poor agent service.
Speedy War Car Tested
The British test a light armored car able to travel fast and fire 4800 rounds a minute in a military experiment.
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