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Covington Republican

Location

Covington, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jun 17, 1904

Page

4

Political Nominations and Ballot Toppers Listed

A list of candidate names and offices appears, including A Clifton for various posts, Frank Hanly for Lieutenant Governor Hugo Th Miller for State, Daniel Storms for Auditor, David Sherrick for Treasurer, Nat U Hill for Attorney General Charles W Miller for Reporter Supreme Court George W Selp, F A Cotton for Superintendent, Joseph H Stubbs for Chief of Statistics, and Theodore Roosevelt for President.

Hugo TH. Miller Daniel £. Storms David & Sherrick Nat U. Hill Supreme Court George W. Selp Public Instruction F. A. Cotton Bureau of Statistics Joseph H. Stubbs

Drive to Revise Tax Law Faces Bipartisan Pressure

Lawmakers weigh raising tariffs but Republicans argue revision should come from allied supporters. Debates focus on who should lead changes and how to balance fiscal goals with political allies.

New City Democrats Hold Faithful Line for Change

An observer notes the new city regime of Democrats aims to reform and shows early momentum. If they stay true to their supporters, there is potential for several accomplishments.

Sphinx titleholders Farrspanks and Parker gain fame statewide

Farrspanks of Indiana and Parker of New York have earned the nicknames the sphinx of their states. Both are achieving notable success in keeping the map from Indiana, with a noticeable rise in attention expected after next Wednesday.

Farrspanks Indiana Parker New York Euts

Pessimistic Devid attacked by Rev Colvin in Lafayette Democrat

A letter in the Lafayette Democrat ridicules a local pessimist termed the Shitepoke of the Wabash by Rev Colvin and notes forthcoming Republican responses. The piece signals future rebuttals and seeks to spark wider debate among readers.

Colvin Wabash la Fayette Mare Spa E

Local papers and the duty to the whole people

The excerpt argues a newspaper should serve local interests but place the general good of all people first, stating the paper that keeps this balance is most effective for public good. It emphasizes the duty to consider broader societal impact over narrow locality.

Primary Convention Delivers Results in County Races

The piece urges careful organization of the party apparatus as in a general election. It warns that sloppy handling during tomorrow's convention breeds confusion, uncertainty, and defeat and calls for disciplined effort to enthuse voters and secure proper campaign direction.

Davis Township Sees Change After Senatorial Convention

Davis township reports a political shift following the Fowler senatorial convention held last Monday. Hugh Rischie is the Republican candidate for trustee in Davis townships and he was one of the early contenders in the race.

Davis Township Fowler Hugh Rischie Davis Townships

Ritchie backs Lewis then Goodwine voters for fall win

The speaker praises Mr Ritchie for voting against a nominee to reflect his supporters aims. He claims Ritchie will win by a strong majority this fall and praises his republican courage and public spirit. He stresses that true Republicans vote for the people even against party leaders.

Ritchie Lewis Goodwine

Primary Convention Urges Republicans to Vote for Best Men

In Fountain county a historic Republican primary is set for tomorrow. The editorial urges every Republican to vote to nominate worthy candidates, defend true party rights, and support a fair, clean nomination process. It emphasizes loyalty to principles and the duty to participate in the November election.

Fountain County

Endorsement of nominees for Fountain county and Goodwine

The article urges voters to support the Fewer Convention nominees in November, praising excellent men and asserting no district Republican should refrain. It notes initial Fountain county backing for a local candidate, then shifts to Fremont Goodwine as a trusted second choice and endorses steadfast support for him. The piece promises the wisdom of backing Goodwine will be proven over time.

Tus Rerushican Fountain County Lewis Mr. Goodwine Fremont Goodwine

Fountain County Republicans Renominate Fremont Goodwine

Fountain County Republicans affirm their support for Fremont Goodwine for Joint Senator as Hon O P Lewis withdraws from the race. The delegate emphasizes judging by the people's good over momentary condemnation and praises the decision as reflecting party sentiment.

Bass Fountain County O. P. Lewis Fremont Goodwine

Death of Mrs Henry Wagner

Mrs Elizabeth Wagner wife of Henry Wagner Jr died at her son’s home on Tuesday morning June 14 1904 after a long illness She was born Elizabeth Wrathrick in Switzerland and would have been 69 tomorrow Survived by husband and one son Henry F Wagner Funeral held Wednesday at 2 pm at her son’s residence corner of 5th and Commercial and interment followed at Mt Hope Cemetery Rev J P Henson officiating The family thanks neighbors and friends for kindness during illness and death Also notes Mellette John Lavely and son visited the city and Maurice Haas clothing sale Caspar Gambrel Rob Roy recovered from paralysis after reports of illness.

Elizabeth Wagner Henry Wagner, Jr Elizabeth Wrathrick Switzerland Henry Wagner Henry F. Wagner Sth Commercial Mt. Hope Cemetery Rev J. P. Hén

Richard Smith Piano Tuner to Visit City Next Week

Richard Smith the piano tuner will be in Danville Illinois next week for work. He can be reached at telephone number 2874 or addressed at 910 Franklin Street.

Richard Smith Franklin St Danville Ill

Auditor Bell Prepares For County Council Meeting

Auditor Bell and his force gear up for the next Monday council session. Jim Bell keeps workloads in hand during a busy year. Photographer Adair sold his city studio last week to John Le of Linton Indiana. the new owner, well recommended, is now in charge. Adsir is in Ohio this week.

Auditor Bell Jim Bell Adair John le Linton Ind Adsir Ohio

Local Social and Business Notes Highlight Week in Montgom ery

Mrs Charles Tinsley visits Yed do this week with relatives. O M Gardner of Mellotie attends to insurance in Crawfordsville. Hon J Frank Hanly speaks to Republicans in Montgomery County drawing new friends. J Loeb stores advertise children suits and carpets at low prices. Kerr Dunlap ship hops to Indianapolis. Sheriff Reeves and family visit Frankfort. J C Merrill visits from Elgin for Mother Nelson funeral. Irene Rebeckah Lodge robes fitted by Leader. Miss Ruby Stout graduates at St Marys. D H Palmer guest of J H Palmer. G A R Encampment in Warsaw noted. Two men sought to sell unbreakable lamps. Mrs George D Cook and Lucille return from Logansport Chicago trip. Alma Board returns from Oxford judigr year for summer.

Don Patton Tours Oil and Gas Belt Towns

Don Patton spent the early part of the week touring oil and gas belt towns. He was impressed by the life and hustle of the section.

Don Patton

Also Mentioned on This Page

A. Clifton McDeorge Cornet Telephone D. Frank Hanly Charles W. Miller Theodore Roosevelt of New York Co. W. Fairbanks Congress Co. B Delphi Henry. Wagner, JR Henry Wrnxer, Sir John Lavely and Son Melfett City Maurice Haas Casper Gambrel Rob Roy Charles Tinsley i Yeddo Mellotie J. Frank Hanly Montgomery County J. Loeb’s Crawfordsville Indianapolis Loeb’s Miller Bros Kerr & Dunlap Sheriff Reeves Frankfort Shce J.C. Merrill Elgin Mother Nelson Irene Rebeckah Lodge No. 27 James H. Tinsley Hillsboro St. Mary’s Ruby Stout D. H. Palmer State Line J. H. Palmer Warsaw Jenks Aldan George D. Cook Lucille Logansport Chicago Alma Board Oxford Meadam J. Loeb’s Stores Covington, Ind Butterick Patterns W. L. Douglas Shoes Sgg.co the Fountain Trust Co Covington Richhmond Chase and My Pianos H.G. Peyton
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