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Newspaper
Covington Republican
Location
Covington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1912
Page
4
The piece notes ongoing activity in the 1912 campaign with a rallying cry to supporters. It contrasts Teddy Roosevelt’s grin as he left Chicago with the different expression he wore on arrival, implying shifting political energies in the contest.
Neighbors prepare for a sane safe Fourth. The piece discusses Taft’s White House trustworthiness, Tarr and Sherman as a strong ticket, and Congress' slim attendance amid Chicago and Baltimore events. Bryan labels his Chicago trip as gathering material for his newspaper.
The Indiana contingent at the Chicago convention displayed keen foresight and executive ability. Ex-Vice President Charles W. Fairbanks Harry S New Senator James Heming way and Congressman Watson stood out among loyal supporters. Indiana contributed notably to Taft's renomination effort.
Department of Commerce and Labor reports May exports from principal customs districts reach 52 58 552 dollars, covering bread stuffs cotton seed oil cattle hogs sheep meat dairy products cotton and mineral oils. For eleven months ending May total exports reach 912 900 214 dollars.
The President defends vetoing parts of the appropriation bill arguing against tying general legislation to the military funding. He notes support from both Republican and Democratic opponents who say general policy must be acted on separately by Congress. The army appropriation itself is not disputed.
With many members away in Washington no progress was made on the River and Harbor bill this week. It is unlikely to be signed before the fiscal year ends, but authorized projects will continue and the general policy of inland waterways improvement remains in effect despite delays.
Mrs John Bailey of Portland testifies that after years of fistula and bladder inflammation relief came from Dr Kilmer Swamp Root. She remains a firm believer in its cures and sends a photo with her endorsement. Notary C A Bennett confirms the affidavit date July 12 1909.
A letter to Dr Kilmer & Co. of Binghamton New York promotes Swamp Root with a sample bottle offer and a booklet on kidneys and bladder. The notice mentions Covington Weekly Republican and notes regular 6 cent and one dollar sizes available at drug stores.
The Republican party re nominated President Taft and James S. Sherman for the coming campaign. The piece argues Republicans should study Taft’s record and consider its impact beyond charges, stressing loyalty to the standard bearer and a reasoned appeal to progressives.
At the Baltimore Democratic convention a boy named Harry Schaefer age about thirteen draws attention as a future political figure. The Navy Department official’s son wrote letters of recommendation, obtained signatures from Clark Underwood and others, and secured a convention page post through Urey Woodson.
Harry Spinning of Danville was in the city Monday attending to interests. Miss Tom Shanklin returned home early in the week and is much improved. Postmaster Boyd attends the Indian Postmasters convention in Indianapolis. John Hilsland is ill at home and growing weaker. Mrs T A Clifton was very ill Tuesday and Wednesday with neuralgia.
A quotation-rich note from New York Presa mocks the belief that grimness signals virtue and piety equals a stern face. It argues against trusting those who never laugh, framing laughter as a measure of true wholesomeness.
Orders for all periodicals including Pictorial Review National Food Magazine Today s Magazine and Opportunity should be sent to the MAGAZINE CIRCULATION COMPANY 327-533 So Dearborn street Chicago Ills. They will send a magazine guide on request covering prices and how to make up combinations at the lowest price.
An eye catching ad touts Backlein's Aimieca Salve claiming it clears skin eruptions blotches and pimples and heals lips chaps burns sores and bruises. Available for 25 cents at Evins and Willard's.
The traveling program titled Diamond Fields of Dixie or the Historic Sunny South will be presented on Tuesday evening July 8 at 7 45 at the Presbyterian church. It is billed as the concluding number and a worthy one.
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