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Newspaper
Covington Republican
Location
Covington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1906
Page
3
An advertising testimonial for Dr Miles Nervine claims nerve energy can be restored and the nervous system rebuilt. H OC Cunningham of Allegheny describes months of illness and recovery after eight bottles, and the druggist guarantees benefit or money back.
Danville Illinois piano tuner Richard Smith announces upcoming Tune Tune Tune service. The Republican notes printing shop offers modern styles and up-to-date jobs for readers seeking local affordability and quick turnaround.
The notice urges anyone who owes the Republican party to settle the debt in the coming months. It asks readers to come in and pay now rather than wait to be asked, aiming for a general squaring away during the dull season.
Advertisement notes home loans available on first mortgage security with reasonable interest rates. The text mentions a rate of 0.8 but lacks clear context or figures.
The drought worsens as farmers plead for timely rain to save oats grass clover and timothy. predicted rainfall remains far below normal with only sixty five hundredths of an inch in the last month, risking substantial losses to oats hay and possibly wheat if rain does not arrive soon.
A D Hughes of Wabash asks Governor Frank Hanly for immunity from prosecution for Cigarette Baker. Hughes says he will provide evidence of legislative scandals found in Baker's Marion home and claims Baker would kill himself rather than surrender. The governor will consider but likely cannot grant immunity.
Postmaster Walkup reports a general order requiring rural mail patrons to display signals on their mail box when mail is to be picked up. Any simple device suffices but the carrier will not open the box without a visible indication of mail. After delivery the signal should be lowered unless mail has been delivered.
The state committee plans a touring campaign featuring Rev. A L Crim candidate for secretary of state. Crim will be joined by a reputed vocalist and Prohibition spellbinders to travel across the state in a large touring car to reach voters in every county.
Reports from eighty eight counties show 275 schools in operation with about 8000 pupil attendees. Children are transported to and from school by a system provided by school authorities.
The Indiana State Educational Commission held its first meeting at the State Superintendent office to organize and outline investigations. Appointed by Gov. Hanly at the request of the State Teachers Association, it includes B F Moore chairman and members from Marion Connersville Franklin Lebanon Attica and Wabash. The panel will study teacher salaries taxation normal schools and township systems with a December 1 report due to the Governor and a June 27 next meeting. Suggestions are invited to chair man B F Moore or secretary Edger Webb.
J. Loeb advertises white goods and the finest embroidery and lace creations in Covington perfect for a commencement dress. The item promises dainty styles and rich fabrics to fit a celebratory outfit for graduates.
The ophthalmoscope, a new instrument for eye examinations and defect discovery, has been installed at A. C. Fears Covington optical parlors. Have eyes tested and fitted while you observe the process, with scientific methods and reasonable prices.
Itch disappears in thirty minutes with Woodford's Sanitary Lotion sold by Geo D Cook druggist Covington Indiana. Reliable remedy promoted by local retailer.
Forst G. Templeton and Esie Bailey of Hillsboro Indiana were refused a marriage license by the county clerk because the groom had divorced in the past year. The disappointed pair immediately headed to Michigan where such restrictions do not apply.
A May 26 blast under the West Baden hotel clubhouse and bowling alley in French Lick Ind caused a large hole in the floor and shattered lights. No injuries were reported amid crowded guests as debris flew outward. A prior similar blast near the same venue had occurred weeks earlier. In a separate ruling, the appellate court held that a wife may keep jointly owned property after divorce if purchased in her name, even when the couple had intended transfer to the husband.
Sunday excursion tickets on sale throughout the summer at very low rates. See nearest Clover Leaf Agent. Get Get Out or Get in Line booklet for 4 cents. Pullman Palace sleeping cars and cafe cars offered. Walter L. Ross, general passenger agent, Toledo Ohio.
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