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Newspaper
Covington Republican
Location
Covington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 29, 1907
Page
4
A community effort in Covington seeks to boost local development. Volunteers push programs while addressing identity and cohesion as funding and participation fluctuate. Local leaders urge steady engagement to sustain momentum.
A man was charged last Sunday with breaking into a city saloon to obtain a drink. The incident follows long public discussion about Covington.
The record of the state democracy during the last legislature clarifies the party's stance on temperance for the foreseeable future.
A reflection on the virtue of proper conduct argues that people praise those with right convictions despite criticism, asserting enduring public honor follows moral steadiness and integrity.
The article notes Indiana Senator Beveridge joining forces with William Jennings Bryan for a sequence of joint magazine pieces aimed at saving the country. It questions whether Beveridge is equal to the task or “big enough under the hat.”
Ex president Cleveland says government and people will regret action against railway companies. He warns of going to the extreme and urges conservative action, though railroads may handle their own interests.
The State Press criticizes Governor Hanly for his aggressive push with the late legislature. It argues he recognized the urgency of the moment and feared opportunities were slipping away, suggesting public sentiment may still vindicate him or punish others.
The United States and Mexico agree to unite in exerting pressure to end the war involving Nicaragua and its neighbors. The accord marks a close alliance with Mexico and commits to maintaining peace and upholding the Monroe Doctrine, with far reaching potential impacts.
A letter accuses Congressmen and Senators of distributing government seed to friends and supporters at taxpayer expense. It questions how many taxpayers, not aligned with Mr Landis and his political machine, receive seed gifts under a claim to raise the vegetable standard in Fountain county.
Evansville reports rumors that saloon keepers plan a April test of the Nicholson law by opening twenty or more saloons on the second Sunday. Mayor Broehne remains firm on enforcing Sunday closures as long as in office. Cigarmakers back the saloon effort while ex senator Burton contemplates starting a new newspaper after court judgments.
Terre Haute Indiana March 22 Secretary-Treasurer John H Kennedy of District No 11 United Mine Workers resigns admitting defalcation and pleading illness and poverty The auditing committee finds a 1150 shortage mostly hid by false strike benefit entries Kennedy is reported very ill and the strain may prove fatal President O Connor says Kennedy is in poor health and near death after exposure and resignation
The doctors in Evansville Ind say Josie Gray, injured in the R and G furniture store attack last Saturday, will likely be unable to name her assailant. She remains conscious and rational but has no memory of the incident. Police Chief Brennecke has circulated notices naming Guy Prescott as a person of interest.
A gas blast at the Bijou theater in Greenfield Indiana on March 26 partially wrecked the venue and caused a panic. Twenty six people were injured as crowds rushed for exits and trampled each other, with no fatalities reported.
In Linden Indiana March 22 burglars looted the Greer Wilkins Lumber office finding only $2 in postage stamps. The same gang is suspected at Crabb Reynolds Elevator where $9.20 in cash was taken along with a bank book and private papers.
Benjamin King, a farmer's boy from Auburn Indiana, was shot and fatally wounded near the St. Joe river while crouching in the brush awaiting game. A local boy named Shafer fired, claiming the shape resembled a muskrat.
David Hecht of Evansville was acquitted in Winchester Indiana of soliciting a bribe while serving on the Indiana state board of pharmacy. The jury deliberated one hour and forty minutes before reaching the verdict.
In Crown Point Indiana on March 22 a quarrel between two newsboys led to the murder of thirteen year old Elilie Yee. Freddie Wig is accused of striking the fatal blow to the jaw during a dispute over a newspaper route.
Poseyville Indiana March 23 The two year old child of Mr and Mrs Edward Ramsey of this place fell headlong into a bucket filled with water and was drowned.
An editorial argues that brain storm as a defense is unsuitable in England and urges firm crime enforcement. It claims murder is justified only in extreme cases and that individuals posing a danger to public welfare should be sterilized by strangulation.
The defense argues insanity while the prosecution contends sanity in the Thaw case. After extensive legal argument the central issue remains whether Thaw is truly sane or crazy.
The Southern Indiana Teachers Association holds sessions in Indianapolis today and tomorrow with notable state talent on the program. Salary questions are prominent under the new law as standards rise, balancing theory with practical application for better results.
Col George B Lockwood of the Marion Chronicle reports Durbin dismisses another gubernatorial run but hints at possible future political activity. He notes Durbin’s longstanding aim to succeed Beveridge in the U S Senate as a commendable ambition.
The Rev. A. F. Roberts of Danville, quoted by the Danville Democrat, advocates licensing houses of prostitution and districting them like saloons to contaminate the better elements. Critics question the quote and accuse the paper of sensationalism. The item also notes Indiana’s strict laws allegedly shifting this element into Illinois.
The Indiana Supreme Court issued a key construction of the reward statute that pays $100 for each conviction of a person who sells a vote. The old law punished both seller and buyer through fines and imprisonment.
Finley P. Mount of Crawfordsville secured the conviction of thirty six men for selling votes and sought a $3,600 reward. The Indiana Supreme Court ruled it is against public policy to reward wrongdoing by a buyer of votes. Judge Rabb presided on the cases in Crawfordsville.
The Marion Chronicle notes the saloon question becomes a major issue in the next state campaign with anti-saloon forces and liquor interests active. Brewers and saloonists anticipate influencing the party rather than siding with Democrats, aiming to ensure liquor interests receive favorable legislative action.
The article notes that Democrats may endorse a high license plank in their state platform next year as temperance lines between parties become clearer. Many politicians expect one party to advocate stronger liquor restrictions and a tighter liquor traffic regime.
Men, boys and children ready made clothing for spring 1907 featured at J Loed's Stores. Shoppers are invited to view the new inventory and select outfits for the season.
The subject Uncle Sam Reed is reported as being released and able to be out once more, marking a return to freedom after a period of confinement.
Mrs. Jos. Bone remains very ill while Reed's notes ongoing quality improvements.
Commissioners court meets Monday in regular session. Goodyear Glove rubbers in all sizes arrive. Merryman Bros offer oysters in any quantity. Miss Maud Baker guests with Miss Grace Dunlap. Rev Palmer and wife travel to Danville for illness of J B Palmer's wife in hospital.
Comrade James T. Bell of the city is endorsed by John C. Freemont Post for Junior Vice Commander of the Indiana G A R at the Fort Wayne Encampment in late May. Ex Auditor Bell is praised as worthy for the role.
Coleman Reeves and Coleman advertise a fine line of dress braids highlighting quality weaving and styling options for personal attire.
The notice promotes various farm goods from markers to monuments at low figures. O M Cotting offers about twenty head of horses and mules plus other farm items, new and second hand, with price checks on outings. A Ladies Aid Society Rummage Sale is planned at the M E church.
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