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Newspaper
Covington Republican
Location
Covington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 03, 1907
Page
2
The Fairbanks band wagon gains momentum as Senator Beveridge arrives with supporters in Indiana. The writer urges Beveridge and his friends to have joined the effort from the start.
A judge in Indiana declares liquor licensing unconstitutional, stating government has no right to license it. All three judges reside within the Ninth Congressional district where the ruling is praised as good law and others are expected to follow.
The Indianapolis Star warns that mercy toward acquittals in public embezzlement cases weakens public funds protection. It calls for higher honesty, stricter enforcement, and accountability of taxpayers to bear the costs. It cites Vanderburgh and Hamilton counties as examples of miscarriages of justice and lax officials.
The Noblesville Ledger laments widespread misappropriation by county and township officers, noting offenders were never tried and were condoned by the people. It urges the public to confront corrupt practices and reform conceptions of right and wrong.
J Loeb’s Stores advertise a wide selection of window shades available in all sizes. The notice emphasizes variety and suggests customers can find suitable solutions for different rooms and decor needs.
Caleb N. Harter died at his residence from gas tritis Sunday at 6 30 p m. Born July 12 1822 in Prouts Valley Perry Co Pa he moved to Covington in 1847. Survived by wife Christiana Wertz a son Lee and two grandchildren. funeral Tuesday at 2 pm from Washington street with burial in Oak Grove. A longer notice to follow. Stair Carpets offered at J Loeb stores. Stanly Zimmerman of Muncie and Ida Workinger of Attica were married at the Presbyterian parsonage Danville Ill by Rev Zeigler.
Dr G W Miller plans to return to Covington in mid May to resume medical practice after leaving Coyington two years ago for the Barre Vermont Emergency Hospital. Known locally for quick patient access and strong surgical work, his return will be welcomed by old friends and the community.
A mix of shop promos and city tidbits feature M Bood’s linoleum and Hoosier cabinets at M Board’s, Mur phy & Co. new Theotorium in operation, and Mitch el the snow man selling nickel goods. An insanity inquest on Mrs. John Wilhite names unsound mind. she heads to asylum once papers arrive. Hillsboro Times hints at a blind tiger problem, while Covington policing is urged. Huff & Son start a paper at New Ross, after moving from Veedersburg amid a political campaign. J Loeb’s sells straw hats. a brewery agent incurs criticism over a large proposed residence. A John Cochran farm fire near Goodland destroys house and outbuildings. family escapes with the clothes on their backs. Farmers urged to avoid matches near barns after recent fires.
We thank friends and neighbors who aided us during our bereavement and those who sent sympathy and floral offerings. Christiana Harter and Mr. and Mrs. Lee Harter.
An advertisement for Allen's Nature Compound promoting a guaranteed vegetable cure for liver kidney and blood diseases rheumatism neuraglia dyspepsia and headaches. It offers a free sample on request and six months treatment for $1, with postpaid price, and seeks exclusive territories and liberal commissions for agents. Greenfield Indiana based W T Allen Medicine Co. is listed.
A fragment states backache may signal kidney trouble and promotes a honey and tar remedy to ease bronchial inflammation. It claims compliance with the National Pure Food and Drug Law and lists M E VanDoro as seller.
Tom Cox and daughter Nine visited Covington on Saturday. L. D. Reed works on his house this week. J. M. Hopkins is listed as sick. Jake Edwards and family moved into a new home. Mrs. P. N. Cox and Edna, along with Mrs. Tom Cox and daughters Nina and Glenna, dined with Mrs. Ed Miller on Monday. Preaching is planned at the place Saturday night Sunday and Sunday night by Mrs. Vincent. Dan Alkire and Joe Cox had dinner with home folks Sunday.
A historical ad style piece touts Peruna as a trusted remedy for women’s health issues from adolescence to old age. It cites testimonials from Annie Hendren in Rocklyn Washington and Martha Fredrich in Central Park New York, claiming relief from pelvic weakness back pain and general female disorders.
Ed Miller and wife dined with R A Shaffer and wife Sunday. Marie Snodgrass of Newtown visited Edna Cox Saturday. Thornton Beymer, working for G M Snodgrass of Newtown, stayed Saturday night and Sunday with family. George W Shaffer and family from Warren county visited P A Shaffer and wife Sunday. Dr Zinn of Covington was in Fountain Tuesday. Maria Snodgrass dined Sunday with F P Beymer and family.
Dr Shoop, Racine Wisconsin, offers free samples and a book on Dyspepsia Heart or Kidneys. The sale ad asserts stomach nerves control weakness and claims Dr Shoops Restorative treats inside nerves, with benefits for bloating biliousness bad breath and complexion.
Transactions in Fountain county real estate over the past week list a series of deeds including Wm M Graham and wife to Rebecca Carnagy et al with an 80 acre interest in Troy township for 600 dollars, Ella E Finch to Henry Ingle covering lots 17 and 20 in Stone Bluff for 700 dollars, and WW Farr receiving a 20 acre tract in Richland township for 1500 dollars in a deal involving Dora Nine and hush to WW Farr with related as yet incomplete details. The report is prepared from county records by O S Douglass abstractor of titles and mortgage loan dealer.
A listing of parcel transfers and amounts from Richland and nearby townships including Covington, Veedersburg, Attica, and Jackson. Entries show grantees, grantors, parcel sizes from 17 to 384 acres, and sale prices ranging from 50 to 14310 dollars. Many transfers involve couples or multiple heirs with details of property parcels and locations.
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