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Newspaper
Covington Republican
Location
Covington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 05, 1905
Page
4
A. T. Clifton argues it would be favorable for Republicans to nominate and elect a Republican mayor in Covington. He questions the fate of Democratic chairman Taggart if the era of boss politics ends, referencing John W. Kern’s remarks.
A year ago Democratic councilmen promised to back a Republican for the school board this year, a pledge the writers say has not been fulfilled and remains unaltered.
Jerry McMahon, longtime Democrat and active party worker in Troy township, was assaulted last Monday as a consequence of loyal party service.
The piece notes uncertainty about the political landscape and looming storm clouds on the horizon as the party contemplates the upcoming judgeship issue. It emphasizes ambiguity about public sentiment and the difficulty of reading current figures.
The Perrysville Blue Pencil a Vermillion county democratic organ accuses the city mayor of wrongdoing. If charges prove true expect a rousing political response and further action.
The Cincinnati Commercial Tribune notes Chicago plans to acquire street railroads worth millions. It suggests submitting the confiscation matter to a referendum to gauge voter opinion and forecast the outcome.
At Terre Haute Governor Hanley argued that ongoing corporate opposition to limits on their power will drive the public to demand stricter measures. He said many firms cannot be trusted with a free hand and warned that resistance will lead to paternalistic regulation as provocation grows.
The piece contrasts Indiana’s temperance Governor with the law-abiding citizen, asking whether both will stand by the man they have long demanded, amid ongoing political pressures and public expectations.
John W. Kern in New York City laments the end of the boss era in Democratic politics while noting his own past involvement in a major bossism scandal when the state delegation was handed to Alton B. Parker in a recent campaign.
Cairron expresses satisfaction after losing the secretary post, noting the campaign exhausted Burford and Storms, yet accelerated enactment of new state laws days earlier than ever before. Clifton ultimately controlled the outcome and turned defeat into a form of success.
A moral lesson on pursuing success by facing tasks directly. Delay breeds greater effort later and can turn anticipation into torture. If one settles for minor gains, progress stalls. decisive action, though difficult, leads to clearer future contemplation.
In recent months Capt. J. Gooding has completed notable real estate transactions and brokered trades for prominent county figures. He is thorough in all business, handles matters discretely, and ensures careful attention for all parties involved.
For thirty years Scott's Emulsion has sold well at drug stores. The ad warns buyers that cod liver oil substitutes like wines and cordials are common but not the real product. It asserts Scott's superiority and consistent sales growth.
Judge Rabb and wife and C G Rossiter and wife of Williamsport visited Mr and Mrs W W Wells over Sunday. Joe Shesley went to Cairo this week to take charge of a Bottling Works. Joe is an experienced hand at the business and if the plant is alright he will stay there permanently.
C E Kincade of Danville offers monuments in any size style or price and invites contact during city visits. J P Henson of Sunny Side Dairy announces their first appearance before Coyington residents on May first and seeks local patronage.
Mrs Patrick Quirk, aged 79, a former city resident, died at her son in law James Sullivan's home in Veedersburg after a long illness. The remains were brought to the city Wednesday for funeral services at the Catholic church with interment at St Joseph's cemetery.
Diamonds were once found mainly in India and Borneo before Brazilian discoveries after 1727. The notable Southern Star of 1854 weighed 254 carats rough and 124 carats cut. South African diamonds praised for purity but Brazilian stones often superior. Other sources include the United States, British Guiana, Russia, China, Sumatra and Australia. In the U S diamonds appear occasionally in alluvial material with the Great Lakes region among districts. Brazilian pipes are linked to ancient volcanic vents and crystallization in carbonaceous shale.
A Baltimore Herald interview recalls a keeper noting monkeys’ sharp curiosity. A Indian monkey learned to unlock a chained pole by manipulating a key and lock. Another monkey learned to unscrew and screw a brush handle, while a chained companion tore paper into flames and lit them.
A colossal bronze deity sits on a lotus throne terrace near Wie temple, two miles from Kamakura and twenty from Yokohama. Dating to the Showa era, it stands 63.5 feet high with a 16 foot face, 9.5 foot width, 3 foot 9 inch eyes, and other massive measurements including a 20 foot chest and a five foot long middle finger. The lotus throne leaves measure ten by six feet.
A New Yorker line shows a wary exchange as a character notes distrust of Johnson, declaring no loan given and equal skepticism of the speaker, revealing tension over trust and money. The passage cites familiarity and guardedness between two parties discussing a monetary loan.
Offer to send a free sample of Scott & Bowne chemical at 408 415 Pearl Street New York for one dollar in cents stated as one.
A playful exchange shows Margie warning Roland she will tell momma and papa to stop teasing. Harry counters with tears and a claim grandma will offer candy, while he vows not to share with Margie.
A Portland Oregon Journal note urges readers that asking for desired things may help, though chances of success are uncertain. The brief reflects a local editorial voice on aspiration and effort as practical guidance.
The ad notes High Art Clothing remains cold in all cities from the Atlantic to the Pacific and in Covington Indiana by J Loeb. The piece highlights widespread merchandising panics.
A four year old driver accompanies a team of work horses in Covington Indiana with J. H. Fowler noted as the contact or owner. The brief item highlights a young driver and local listing.
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