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Newspaper
Covington Republican
Location
Covington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 01, 1901
Page
4
Rest and light diet fight grip through home care. Dr Miles Nervine Pain Pills and Nervine Liver Pills promise relief and a money back guarantee. Also promoted are Kodol Dyspepsia Cure, Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin, Boschee German Syrup, Green's Prize Almanac, Bailey's Laxative Tablets, Jell O desserts, One Minute Cough Cure, and a hiring notice for a sales position.
The Covington paper critiques a current legislative proposal labeling it vicious. It mocks the Democratic press and mocks readers with political jabs about national leaders and the nation’s fate.
Dave Hitt leads a crowd urging renewed loyalty to Jeffersonian government principles. The letter lauds the Louisiana territory purchase under Jefferson and praises the Republican for its lively, outspoken weekly coverage in a small Indiana city.
An optimistic note celebrates a man returning home to a contented wife managing a tidy household. The piece highlights the appeal of a clean, orderly, well run home and the satisfaction of domestic harmony.
The text notes that last year mortality among Grand Army of the Republic members exceeded 10 000. It predicts that within six years more than half of those alive will have died and within twelve years only a few will remain as living landmarks of the Civil War era.
A Veedersburg Record report notes calls for whipping as an antidote to wife beating and even lynching. A Connecticut judge allegedly suggests a whipping cure for lynching, while the paper cites a nationwide morale wave and Kansas as an example of reform amid saloon lawlessness.
A political argument asserts that democracy opposes imperialism and army reorganization while not opposing securing commissions or offices. The speaker claims no democratic principle resists securing office and emphasizes political strategy over ideals.
The article notes how northern soldiers stood united in the Cuban conflict and observes that the old rebel label persists in the press. It highlights reactions tied to Lincoln's birthday and the ongoing critique of Copperhead sentiment.
Letter writer notes cities adopt annexations to become Greater. They propose Veedersburg annexation to create Greater Covington and mock the trend of naming expansions.
The discussion rejects the idea that Mrs Nation's hatchet campaign will improve Kansas prohibition enforcement. It argues the movement endorses unlawful methods and resembles mob rule and Ku Klux influence, warning of dangerous precedent and social harm.
The piece warns legislators to keep control of lobbyists amid increasing schemes. It mentions pressure around the Normal school at Muncie and notes a trip to Indianapolis to use independent judgment rather than beholden persuasion.
Albion Tourgee argues the United States has an uninterrupted presidential line for 112 years while citing changes in France Germany Austria Italy over periods. He contrasts US stability with continental political evolutions and notes Europe as a product of upheaval and reform.
Reading exchange urges passage of a law requiring all public officers who spend public funds to publish itemized expenditures. Counties city boards school districts and townships would publish full statements showing where money went to restrict bills and promote economy.
Merchants in Covington and beyond complain about premium ticket giveaways and costly mistakes while recognizing legitimate advertising as a proven driver of trade. The Republican notes its large advertising patronage as evidence that the paper yields results for disseminating news and ads across the county.
A Hartford man recalls using one bottle of Electric Bitters and 14 boxes of Bucklen's Arnica Salve to restore a leg damaged by blood poisoning after a rusty wire scratch. The piece also surveys Fountain county building and loan associations with assets, receipts, and leadership across Attica Covington Hillsboro Newtown Melott and Veedersburg.
Real estate ad notes a four room house at No 47 Adge Farm near the city. Price listed as very cheap at 55 dollars, emphasizing affordability.
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