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Newspaper
Covington Republican
Location
Covington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 12, 1920
Page
2
A candidate submits notices for the Republican primary in May 1920 seeking the Joint Representative seat for Fountain and Park counties. H. B. Butler and Benj F Stephenson sign the letters from Marshall and indicate May 4 as primary date.
G Claude Babb announces candidacy for the Republican nomination for Fountain County Treasurer in the May 1920 primary, stating the race is subject to Republican voters' will.
To candidates and political parties a local paper states it will publish all party and candidate advertisements at regular rates with cash in advance. The editorial page disclaims responsibility for opinions while stressing the business basis and need to cover rising costs.
Tom Marshall is poised to be the Democratic nominee for president with a slogan urging voters to return to first principles.
A concerned citizen warns that rising inquisitiveness by the tax assessor could become as pernicious to the people as the era of Herod. The remark emphasizes fear of government intrusion and tax scrutiny.
George A. Law is proclaimed the Weed-for-President manager in Fountain County. He has knowledge of the game and plans to cover the territory.
A fragmentary notice describes severe winter conditions and a long cold spell through March. It hints at ongoing winter weather, low temperatures, and hardship as a steady stream of cold air persists. The text remains fragmentary and non-specific about sources or exact locations.
The passage notes no compromise between the President and Congress over the Peace treaty. Congress is portrayed as closer to gauging national sentiment, while America should be first with every American citizen.
The quotation notes women were pivotal for the Republican Party in 1916 with the slogan keep us out of war, and asserts they will have a large part in the upcoming political effort.
Fifty men back the move to organize a Covington chautauqua this year. Early action urged to ensure a lively event with strong community backing.
Warren county residents show lukewarm response to named candidates in the race. The piece questions whether past experiences will repeat themselves in this contest.
A local resident warns that the Roger crossing on the Dixie Highway is a death trap. The letter questions moral responsibility if the dangerous crossing remains unchanged and hazards continue.
Indianapolis Star reports R. C. Allen of his city endorses Warren T. McCray for Governor and becomes Fountain County manager. Fountain County shows strong backing for McCray, echoing past momentum before Goodrich’s delegates secured influence.
The author notes advertising value rising over five years via extensive propaganda. Much employed freely through newspapers by the Government and others, suggesting paid ads would make newspapers a gold mine.
The speaker argues that blaming others for faults is camouflage and that most issues between people can be resolved if both sides are entirely honest and fair. He notes that people often want and accept excuses.
The piece argues Republicans must answer locals about poor local politics and growing taxpayer debt and higher taxes, predicting that the people will eventually speak in the coming campaign.
A devotional exhortation cites the command to keep the Sabbath holy and rest on the seventh day. It argues rest yields double profit and asserts divine wisdom given to the Israelites over six thousand years ago.
The passage argues that candidates seek popularity by courting press attention and urges a revival of strong Americanism like Beveridge's Detroit speech. It describes Americanism as a guiding principle behind men’s public declarations, whether popular or not.
Will Hays declares the National Committee chairman will not influence any state contests or delegate selections. He emphasizes his promise to refrain from directing outcomes for the Republican National Convention and warns opponents their urged course would be ill advised.
Covngton plans a booming year with multiple new businesses and rebuilding projects. Community leaders urge collective effort to attract investment and growth.
The writer rails against fatuous sentimentalists and politicians claiming America must police the world. They urge the nation to focus on domestic matters and reject the idea that the President acts as a divinely chosen world regulator. They warn that neglecting America’s duties at home invites chaos.
Executor of the Estate of Martin L Stanton will offer for sale at public auction at the executor's residence in Fulton Township Fountain County Indiana one mile south of Snoddy s Mill beginning at 1 pm the personal property of the decedent including beds and bedding couch chairs tables stands wardrobes chiffoniers clock watches mirrors books curtains rugs dishes clothing garden plow hay in barn and other articles Terms cash for amounts five dollars or less and six months credit for larger sums with a note and good security at six percent interest plus attorneys fees Dated March 1 1920 5 6 3 Executor Col A G Madden Auctioneer
The administrator of the Ruby D. Phebus estate offers for sale at public auction on Saturday March 13 1920 at 2 pm at the Steely brick store room Covington Indiana the decedent's household and kitchen furniture plus a Davenport buffet dresser tables chairs and other items Also privately from the north line of Wabash Township a corn lot about 600 bushels and a hay lot about four tons are to be sold at unspecified times Terms: cash for five dollars or less, over five dollars credit of three months with a secured note six percent interest and attorney fees waived. Nebeker & Dice attorneys.
Public notice outlines March 15 deadline for single filers earning 1000 or more and married couples earning 2000 or more for 1919. It covers forms, joint or separate returns, and guidance on who must file, with Indiana residents directed to William L. Elder, Collector. It warns returns are sworn, require accuracy, and details items like bonuses in Liberty Bonds and notes as taxable income.
Single persons with net income of 1000 dollars or more and married couples with 2000 dollars or more must file by March 15, 1920 with the Collector of Internal Revenue. Full Form 10404 directions and law provide a four percent tax on taxable income up to 4000 above exemptions, eight percent on the rest, and a surtax from 1 to 65 percent on incomes over 5000.
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