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Newspaper
Covington Republican
Location
Covington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 03, 1907
Page
8
Arthur M. Frowden argues that mail order houses drain money from rural communities, harming local merchants, roads, schools, and churches. He urges residents to patronize town papers and shops, stressing practical brotherhood and community prosperity over urban outsourcing.
Admirers of famous figures dispense wealth, with the German emperor leading in fortunes at the top. Instances include Kaiser William’s chancellor, Prince Buelow, William Jennings Bryan, Lord Allerton, Dr. Jameson, and Queen Victoria’s richest bequest from Nield totaling 1,250,000.
An aged Alabama woman prideful of longevity recalls George Washington and the Roman Empire as a museum prospect questions her memory. A second joke features a stubborn Irish seller and a dog that proved too busy guarding burglars to bark at night.
An automobilist asks if he can assist a distressed man whose wife is present. The afflicted man asks the helper to answer his wife’s questions and keep her amused while he repairs the internal machine, as described in Woman's Home Companion.
The Catholic Standard and Times notes Borden is recovering from illness with his appetite deteriorating as reported by Miss Starvem who boards him. The piece presents a brief update on his health and the informant.
The Philadelphia Press quotes a doctor reducing a common cold to a simple sweat and a haughtily corrected patient calling it a fashionable cold. The Baltimore News quotes a gloomy remark about possible self harm and a brisk dismissal of past mistakes.
Tommy Twaddles resists schooling telling his father he prefers to emulate his father’s lifestyle. Pa Twaddles argues for a good education while Tommy says he would rather grow up just like him.
A Washington Herald quotation contrasts a husband blamed for marital strife with a jab at shifting fault, suggesting that blaming him robs the wife of the chance to assign blame. The exchange hints at domestic friction and social commentary from the era.
The Philadelphia Press notes Gussie is described as having a weak heart, with a lighthearted aside that he has been falling in love with every girl he meets. The brief column reflects social chatter rather than a formal report.
In a brief dimly lit moment, Mrs Piecekill jokes about mislaid hand grenades as the house burns. Williams from New York Life provides a quip about bringing items on a tray. The exchange captures a brisk, odd scene amid the emergency.
Quality not quantity offered by Dr. Shoup of Racine Wisconsin. Free samples of Preventicn and a booklet on colds mailed on request. Preventives are candy like tablets with no quinine or laxatives. Taken early or at the sneeze stage they claim to prevent or break up colds or La Grippe quickly. Sold by all dealers.
City of Covington Indiana issues cleanup order urging property owners to trim shade trees to ordinance height and disinfect premises. Prohibits throwing trash and glass into streets with penalties up to 100 dollars and costs. requires garbage boxes for businesses. Compliance due by May 15, 1907. Evan W. Heath, mayor.
An advertisement promotes DeWitt's Carburized Witch Hazel Salve for pain relief from burns cuts and skin diseases and piles. It also markets Kodol for indigestion and dyspepsia noting it digests foods and strengthens the stomach and blood. Sold by M. E. VanCorn and led by M. E. VanBors.
A noisy public notice warns readers that any debts owed to the Republican party should be settled in the coming months. It urges prompt payment and describes avoiding being asked to pay during the dull season.
Richard Smith piano tuner will be in Danville Illinois on May 1 providing careful attention to all piano work. Write to the contact in Danville for scheduling and details.
Notice of a special meeting of the Fountains County Council at the Auditor's office in Ovington Indiana at 10 o clock a m on Monday May 6 1907 for the purpose of making an appropriation or repair of the Perroysvide Grade and for other business as may come before the Council
All aboard for an Indianapolis excursion Sunday with a round trip fare of 1.25 dollars from Covington. Train leaves Covington at 8 14 a m and returns from Indianapolis at 7 20 p m. Also advertise DeWitt s Little Early Risers pills for health and happiness with M E VanDors as seller.
Farmers across Indiana Illinois Iowa and Wisconsin seek methods to boost yields with less labor. K E Bitzer of Chinook Montana cites figures on potatoes per acre and praises Great Northern Bulletin 82 on Montana for guidance. C W Pitts Chicago invites requests for the bulletin.
In the Allen County Court April term 1907 John K. Elliott as Administrator filed accounts for settlement of Elizabeth Elliott deceased. The court will examine May 3 1907 reason why the account should not be approved. Heirs creditors and legatees must appear and prove heirship as required.
Special excursion rates announced for Clover Leaf routes to Atlantic City Amer ican Medical Association Hiawatha Lake Norfolk Philadelphia Saratoga Seattle Spokane Los Angeles and more. Tickets on sale various dates through May June and July with general sale through November 30. Contact Clover Leaf Agent or William L Ross General Passenger Agent Toledo Ohio for rates.
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