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Newspaper
Covington Republican
Location
Covington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 19, 1907
Page
2
Man charged in Covington saloon break in
A man was charged last Sunday with breaking into a Covington saloon to obtain a drink. The incident followed debates about the city and its development.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Covington
Record of the state democracy on temperance questioned
The record of the state democracy during the last legislature on the temperance question should settle the party's position for some time to come.
Men of Right Convictions Earn Public Honor
A reflection that critics always pursue actions, but the public celebrates those who act with integrity and firm conviction. The text emphasizes moral standing over criticism.
Beveridge and Bryan Collaborate in Magazine Series
The article notes Senator Beveridge working with Mr. Bryan on a series of joint magazine pieces to save the country, while raising questions about Beveridge's stature or adequacy.
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Beveridge
Bryan
Ex President Cleveland Warns on Railway Policy Action
Ex president Cleveland cautions that government and people may regret current railway policy moves. He warns against extremism, urges conservative action, and suggests railroads can protect their own interests.
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Cleveland
Governor Hanly Under Fire From State Press
The State Press criticizes Governor Hanly for aggressive conduct with the late legislature. It argues he recognized the urgency of the moment and warned against missed opportunities, while noting the danger that the people may still vindicate him.
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Hanly
United States and Mexico pledge to press for end of Nicaragua conflict
The United States and Mexico agreed to unite in pressuring an end to war in Nicaragua. The step creates a close national ally with Mexico and commits to maintaining peace and upholding the Monroe Doctrine principles. The move is described as highly significant with far reaching possible effects.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Mexico
Nicaragua
Congressmen Use Seeds to Favor Supporters
The piece accuses lawmakers of distributing poor garden seeds to friends and followers at public expense. It questions how many taxpayers, not aligned with Mr Landis and his county machine, receive state seed gifts in Fountain County under the pretense of elevating the vegetable standard.
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Landis
Fountain County
Indiana saloon fight tests Nicholson law on Sunday closing
Evansville reports rumors that over twenty saloons plan to openly test the Nicholson law by opening on the second Sunday in April. Mayor Boehne enforces Sunday closings, while saloon interests claim public sentiment backs them. Cigar workers and ex Senator Burrton figure in ongoing political maneuvering and press plans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Evansville
Ind
Boehne
Secretary-Treasurer Kennedy of UMW District 11 Resigns
Terre Haute report reveals district official John H. Kennedy resigns admitting defalcation of 1150 dollars. He cites old age, ill health, and no funds to support his family while audit notes false entries covering strike benefits. President O'Connor says Kennedy is very ill and likely near death due to strain and exposure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Terre Haute
Ind
John H. Kennedy
United Mine Workers
O’connor
Kennedy
Evansville Police Seek Suspect in R. G. Fire Furniture Assault
Doctors in Evansville Indiana say Josie Gray, attacked last Saturday at the R. G. Furniture store, cannot identify her assailant. Police Chief Brennecke issues printed circulars seeking arrest of Guy Prescott, a suspect.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Evansville
Ind
Josie Gray
Brennecke
Guy Prescott
Gas blast injures twenty six in Greenfield theater panic
A gas explosion at the Bijou theater in Greenfield Indiana caused partial wreckage and a panic last night. Twenty six people were injured as crowds rushed the exits and trampled one another. officials note no fatalities.
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Greenfield
Ind
Burglary Loots Linden Lumber and Elevator Offices
Crackemen in Linden Indiana on March 22 looted the Greer-Wilkins Lumber Co office taking only $2 in postage stamps. The same gang is suspected in the Crabb Reynolds Elevator Co office where $9.20 in cash was taken along with a bank book and private papers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Linden
Ind
Greer-Wilkins Lumber Company
Crabb & Reynolds Elevator Company
Boy mistook hunter for muskrat and fatally shot
In Auburn Indiana on March 23 Benjamin King a farmer's boy hunting along the St. Joseph river fell to a shot fired by a boy named Shafer who says the crouching figure was mistaken for a musk rat. He died from the wound the shooting was ruled accidental.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Auburn
Ind
Benjamin King
Falla
St. Joe River
Shafer
Evansville man acquitted in Indiana board of pharmacy case
David Hecht of Evansville was acquitted of soliciting a bribe while serving on the Indiana state board of pharmacy. The jury deliberated an hour and forty minutes before reaching the verdict in Winchester Indiana.
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David Hecht
Winchester
Ind
Evansville
Indiana State Board of Pharmacy
Mewsbey's Deadly Blow Report From Crown Point
Crown Point Indiana on March 22 a quarrel between two newsboys led to murder. Thirteen year old Elilie Kaiser died from a jaw blow delivered by Freddie Wise over a newspaper route dispute.
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Mewsbey
Crown Point
Ind
Elilie Kaiser
Freddie Wise
Child Drowned In Bucket In Poseyville
A two year old child of Mr and Mrs Edward Ramsey of Poseyville Indiana fell headlong into a bucket of water and drowned.
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Poseyville
Ind
Edward Ramsey
Brain Storm as Defense Against Murder Warned Against
An editorial argues that brain storm as a defense is unacceptable in England and urges firm law enforcement against crime. It states murder is only justifiable in rare cases and demands drastic measures against the individual deemed a public menace.
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England
The Thaw Case and the Sanity Question
The defense argues Thaw is sane while the prosecution asserts insanity. The sharp legal contest reveals a paradox: after brilliant argument, can Thaw truly be deemed sane or mad, and will he know his own state of mind.
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Thaw
Southern Indiana Teachers Association Session in Indianapolis
The Southern Indiana Teachers Association meets in Indianapolis today and tomorrow with top state talent on the program. Salary questions feature discussions amid a heightened standard under the new law, balancing theory with practical application to ensure better results.
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Southern Indiana Teachers’ Association
Indianapolis
Tve
Durbin Seeks Governor Race and Possible Senate Plot
Col Geo B Lockwood of the Marion Chronicle reports ex governor W T Durbin may not seek the governorship again yet could reenter state politics in a significant way. He notes Durbin’s known aim to succeed Beveridge in the U S Senate remains an admirable ambition.
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W. T. Durbin
Geo. B. Lockwood
The
Marion Chronicle
Durbin
Beveridge
United States Senate
Quoted Illinois Preacher Supports Licensing Prostitution
Danville Democrat quotes Rev A F Roberts of Danville Illinois urging licensing and districting of prostitution like saloons. He claims distribution among wholesome elements contaminates good people, a view seen as sensational for Danville galleries. The piece notes Indiana dumps this element due to strict laws, suggesting Illinois should pass purifying legislation.
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A. F. Roberts
Danville
Ill
Indiana
Illinois
Indiana Supreme Court Rules on Vote Selling Reward
The Indiana Supreme Court interprets the statute granting a $100 reward for each conviction of a person who sells his vote. Under prior law such sellers faced fines and imprisonment, and the buyer faced penalties as well.
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Indiana Supreme Court
Attorney Mount's Reward Fight Over Vote-Selling Convictions
Finley P. Mount of Crawfordsville secured the conviction of thirty six men accused of selling votes and sought a $3,600 reward. The Supreme Court ruled it against public policy for a vote buyer to benefit from wrongdoing, after Mount’s witness received $100. The cases were heard by Judge Rabb in this county.
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Finley P. Mount
Crawfordsville
Supreme Court
Saloon Question Moves Into State Campaign
The Marion Chronicle notes a brewing saloon issue dominating the upcoming state campaign. Brewers, saloonists, and anti saloon forces show uneven activity while leaders eye influence to secure liquor interests in the legislature. Republican leaders show cautious positions as the debate intensifies.
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Marion Chronicle
Democrats may back high license plank next year
The piece notes that Democrats might adopt a high license position in their state platform. It says most politicians expect a clear split on temperance with one party advocating stricter liquor controls and a higher license standard.
Spring 1907 Ready Made Clothing At Loeo's Stores
Men boys and children prepare for spring 1907 as J Loeo's offers ready made clothing selections in their stores.
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J. Loeo’s
Uncle Sam Reed Is Freed Again
A public figure Uncle Sam Reed is reported to be free again after prior confinement. Authorities confirm the change in status and family members note relief amid ongoing public attention.
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Sam Reed
Reed's quality stands out in town
Mrs. Jos. Bone remains very ill. New spring 1907 goods arrive at J. Loeb's Stores. Oysters available from Merryman Brothers. Rev. Palmer and wife travel to Danville for the illness of J. B. Palmer's wife in hospital. Comrade James T. Bell seeks Junior Vice Commander post at the Indiana G A R Encampment in Fort Wayne. Ex Auditor Bell praised.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. Loeb’s
James T. Bell
Department of Indiana
Fort Wayne
John C. Freemont
Auditor Bell
Coleman Reeves Coleman Market Dress Braids Line
Coleman Reeves Coleman promotes a fine line of dress braids highlighting quality and style for fashion conscious customers.
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Coleman, Reeves & Coleman
Farm items for sale and community rummage sale announced
O M Cotting offers about twenty horses and mules for sale plus other farm items new and second hand. Prices on outing panels available. Ladies Aid Society of the M E church plans a rummage sale soon. Local ads reference Coleman Reeves Coleman and a New York Dentist ad elsewhere in the paper.
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O. M. Cotting
Lonk
New York
Ladies Aid Society of
The
M. E. Church
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