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Newspaper
Covington Republican
Location
Covington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 02, 1906
Page
4
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The article notes that almost every nominee for state representative announces candidacy for the speaker’s post, indicating the position is highly sought after.
The passage accuses Landis machine bosses of unjustly opposing O. B. Ratcliff, Fountain's candidate for Congress, by attempting to kick him when he was down.
The Supreme Court of Illinois declines to order closure of Chicago saloons on Sundays. Nearby gambling houses in New York remain closed by comparison, with the city’s saloons remaining accessible.
Workers at the Landis machine convention attempted a Democratic vote in several instances. The push was halted by vigorous opposition from supporters of Mr. Ratcliff, with only sworn-in voters remaining.
Report says all state treasurer candidates and many county treasurer hopefuls support a state law forcing interest earned on public funds to revert to the county treasury. Officials would receive salaries aligned with the duties of the office.
Strong talk centers on a Republican candidate from the southern part of the county for auditor. Prospective contenders outside the circle watch every move in this unsettled time as county organization remains incomplete and partly organized.
The Fowler Republican notes missing records from the county Clerk under ex Clerk Low Sleeper and claims wagon loads disappeared from the Fountain county auditor during a past official's term. It calls for explanation amid reports of corruption and hidden ledgers.
Boss Nebeker turned the crank as Landis machine backed Ratcliff in a close contest last Saturday. The post office, pension, and revenue departments were mobilized against the people, yet the majority stood at twenty nine after three weeks of effort. The outcome stirs calls for reform.
Purdue University is among forty eight institutions to receive $15000 annually from the government for agricultural work benefiting former citizens. Bulletins with practical information for farmers and stock raisers will be mailed free to anyone who requests them, highlighting the program's local impact and value.
The Republicans in the house abandon further negotiation with the Democrats hoping to pass the railway rate bill. Public opinion may fault or reward the party based on the measure’s ultimate reception and impact.
The state expresses satisfaction with Fred A Sims of Frankfort for the post of Secretary of State. The state press offers favorable comments, noting his ability, integrity, and agreeable disposition shown as secretary of the Republican state committee and as a district member. He is expected to be efficient and courteous in office.
Congressman James of Kentucky seeks to repeal a law allowing Kentucky authorities to bring W. S. Taylor and Charles Finley to Kentucky for trial in the Goebel murder case. He says that with a fair trial guaranteed, a gubernatorial requisition will suffice to honor extradition.
The county bosses oppose a home man for Cong grass while Ratcliff’s supporters recall his integrity. They blame his friends for his downfall as they attend the funeral amid lingering controversy and memory of the candidate.
The Indianapolis Star notes that nine of ten reporters are honest and honorable, with the tenth often using reporters for improper ends. It emphasizes that a successful newspaper man must be trustworthy to achieve desirable success in the world movement of the day.
Attorneys for John Hoch announce they will carry his murder case to the U S Supreme Court contending the execution was unlawful. They pledge to pursue actions against law officers if the high court finds error and Hoch’s death does not end the appeal.
Secretary Harty reports pneumonia far less deadly than last January with 415 deaths versus 558 in 1905. Typhoid outbreaks appeared in several counties while scarlet fever hit sixty counties. Allen county recorded fifty two smallpox cases, though not widespread elsewhere.
The coming republican state convention will be the largest in Indiana history with 1,?59 delegates and 1,439 alternates. Secretary Carl W. Riddick estimates seating by delegates holding alternates on laps, with front seats reserved for visitors and press, and room for the band in the upper gallery at Tomlinson Hall.
The Indianapolis Star argues for evidence of law violations or public harm before criticizing Governor Hanly. It says Hanly has raised his party’s standard, and calls on voters who seek better governance to support him regardless of party, while challenging Democrats as trailers.
Mrs. J. W. Sullivan has endured a week of severe dental pain due to an ulcerated tooth. Local extracts note her discomfort and seek remedies or relief for the patient.
R. Mc Neal formerly editor and proprietor of the Friend in Indianapolis dropped dead of heart failure at his Bloomfield home last Saturday. Family and county friends extend sympathy in this sad hour.
Alexander Dowling former supreme court judge emphasizes public funds rules a county treasurer may not lend or deposit funds for private gain. Any loan or deposit interest belongs to the funds and must be paid over as principal. Past practice of private use does not legalize the conduct or shield a bond action for recovery of interest.
The Indianapolis Sentinel ceased publication after eighty four years with the Sunday edition suspended. the daily becomes property of Caravan Smith of the Indianapolis News while the Sunday Sentinel passes to the Indianapolis Star. Democrats lose a party organ as bids from Chicago Post owner J C Schafer, Scrips-McRae Press and Delavan Smith are reported.
The advertisement asserts nervousness is common among women due to anemic nerve centers. It claims digestion fixes nerves, praising Peruna as a root-cause remedy and vitalizer for women in strenuous vocations with growing testimonials from across the United States.
John R DeHaven offers at public sale on his farm three miles east of Covington items include bay mares foaled by Tom French s Jack and Spinninge Margra ves, a trotter 6 years old sired by Lord Sultandam, work mules cows hogs implements and more with nine month credit on sums over five dollars. cash on small sums. discount for cash.
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