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Newspaper
Covington Republican
Location
Covington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 05, 1922
Page
2
Political aphorism on elections and strength
A terse musing notes that every election demonstrates how politics produces strengthened fellows. It frames elections as a test of leadership and resilience within political circles.
Net you wanted Tuesday accept with thanks
If you did not get all you wanted Tuesday, accept it with thanks. If you did not get what you expected, try again.
Preliminary skirmish sets stage for larger battle on November dates
The report notes a first clash on November 7 amid ongoing tensions with a larger confrontation expected later. Authorities, observers, and involved groups prepare for a fuller engagement, signaling heightened stakes and strategic moves to come.
Governor Ralston Dominates Techna-biv Politics
Governor Ralston emerges as the leading Democrat in Techna-biv, wielding influence across party affairs and regional power. The piece highlights his dominant position within local political circles and his broader impact on state politics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ralston
Techna
Counting Votes Continues Amid Uncertain Results
On Wednesday counters remained at work as officials tallied ballots amid unclear outcomes. Voters faced a tense wait while measures and races stayed tightly contested.
Gane Organization Behind at Work Hoe in This Combat
A fragment notes the Gane organization pushing at work amid a harsh combat situation. The report hints the load was heavy and adversaries pressed hard.
Draft note on upcoming campaign mail and inquiry
A murky memo complains about an influx of campaign mail and mentions an upcoming opening by a political group. It references free material and a forthcoming action by an organization, though details are unclear.
Fragmented OCR Brief Notices Reflecting Political Campaigns
Fragments show confusion over a Wednesday event and a political contest. Mentions of a ward politician, opposition, and questions about nominations hint at a local election context.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H Juesday
Trustee contest sparks informal bets at home gathering
A casual event featured several road sized bets on the Democratic trustee contest. Most wagers remained unsettled as the owner would have lost, and participants anticipate a future opportunity to wager again in a friendly, home setting.
Whose Benefactor and Debtor Question at The Republican
A four year dispute alleges political pressure from official Ganz and party supremacy. The management claims the paper has been self funded and questions who bears responsibility for costs versus benefits to the party.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Republican
Ganz
Republicans clash over Court House anti organization
The text describes a split within local Republicans, naming the TRAT CLIFTON GANG as rivals to an opposing Court House and anti Republican group. It frames leadership and factional disputes within the party.
No Clifton Gang in Fountain County Politics
A statement denies any Clifton Gang or attempt to run the Republican party. The authors claim six years of partisan non involvement beyond voting Republican and accuse the Gang of draining party strength and discrediting reformers and public interests. They urge organized opposition to Anti Republicans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clifton Gang
Republican Party
No Sore Spots On Us Argues For Duty During Primaries
The Court House Gang made false statements about the Republican and its editor. The Journal proclaims it did not influence candidate selection beyond presenting individual preferences and asserts the party and people must act on the facts. It condemns misrule, calls voters to responsibility, and pledges continued duty as a public servant awaiting the people's will.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Court House Gang
Janer
Ganz
Covington's Leading Business Figure From Early Era
A historic note asks readers to identify a prominent Covington business figure depicted in an old photograph described as a leading professional of the era. The caption challenges readers to name the person shown from years past.
Tanlac Restores Terre Haute Man to Health Says Local User
Chas S Wood of Terre Haute Indiana credits Tanlac with lifting him from illness after a two year struggle following influenza He reports improved strength appetite sleep and energy now matching his peak health He adds Tanlac is sold by all good druggists everywhere Adv.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tanlac
Chas. S. Wood
South 25Th St. Terre Hute
Indiana
Hillsboro School Reception Shown as Elaborate Commencement Event
In Hillsboro Indiana on May 1 a junior senior gym reception featured a flower garden theme with shrubbery arches a spring punch booth and a three course lunch. Seniors honored included Ov al Wilkinson Geo Slagas Clifford Willett Nellie Fletcher Ruth Hutchins Dorothy Thomas Lucille McBroom with juniors Brant Lopez Harry Epperson and many others. Faculty and staff named include H C Wyszeng Foster Poe Ferres Wood Paul Beauchamp and several Misses. The event showcased Edison program entertainment and decorative pink and green motifs with year banners and sweet pea place cards.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hillsboro
Ind
Hillsboro Gymnasium
Lucy Siazas
Berniece Birge
Brant Lopez
Harry Ep
Chiss
Marie Clements
Helen Starnes
June Hesler
Beulah Bounell
Orval Wilkinson
Lewis Harrison
Geo. Slagas
Clifford Willett
Nellie Fletcher
Oveta Laird
Ruth Hutchins
Dorothy Thomas
Lucille McBroom
H. C. Wyszeng
Foster Poe
Ferres
Wood
Paul Beauchamp
Frances Taylor
Hazel Heppes
Goldie Little
Elenora Hartley
Helen Allen
Lina Tinsley
Berniece Hyatt
Mabel Parker
William Brant
Lumbago Relief with Chamberlains Liniment Ad
Mrs F J Dann of Brockport New York testifies Chamberlains Liniment cured her lumbago after she lay bedridden. She says applying it to her cheek promptly drove away the pains and aches and she recovered quickly with rest and quiet.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
F. J. Dann
Brockport
N. Y
Frisky Mrs Johnson Brings Paris Fashion to Lyric
The Frisky Mrs Johnson arrives from Paris with the latest fashions and will display them at the Lyric on Monday.
Drug Store Turned Barroom Mystery
A Woman seeks tincture of myrrh and explores a bright drug store with white walls and glass, only to learn the clerk reveals the space used to be a bar. The scene notes odd architecture and a prickly sensation as the transformation is explained.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago Journal
Bishop Candler on Theological Controversy at Atlanta Church
The Reverend Bishop Candler denounces the dialogue as idle controversy. A humorous exchange follows with a parishioner questioning Adams creation and the palins to dry, prompting the preacher to caution against foolish questions that threaten doctrine.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Candler
Atlanta
Breddern and Sistern
Adam
Simcox
Pawsun
Not me says suitor in charge account tale
A dapper youth crowds a father with awkward plea about his daughter Charlie. He declares a charge-account matter tied to a running bill at a place, prompting the father to insist marriage as a solution and the suitor to reveal his true purpose.
Reading Between Finery and Fortune in Elsie’s Life
Margaret learns Elsie studied abroad while Susan recalls she only finished education after marrying Harry Hedges and living on 31,000 a year. The dialogue notes money spent on feminine finery chocolates theater tickets phonograph records and taxi fares revealing a shift in priorities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Margaret
Elsie
Susan
Harry Hedges
They'd Know About It
A narrator recalls a scene where a young aunt is left in charge of two children in a small apartment. In the kitchen she prepares baby’s milk and instructs Bobby to call her when the baby wakes. Bobby jokes the child is his own alarm clock, waking on demand.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bobby
Little Learning Gets Driver Off With a Jibe
A motorist nearly struck pedestrians and tried to explain cutting across lanes. A wit of a police officer teased him with the proverb about little learning being dangerous and released him without penalty.
Frightened mother rescued as fire rages in building
In a blaze a frantic woman cries I left my babe in there to die. Police seek her room number while a 21-stone man in pajamas and a jaunty hat appears on a bakery sign calling Lou to safety. The woman gasps My baby amid the rescue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lou
Moon Dazzles Toddler in Fall Night Observation
Margaret, a two year old, gazes at the moon on a clear fall evening. A translucent cloud passes, giving the lunar surface a streaky look as she pleads for moon washing. Her simple, endearing cry captures a child's wonder at the night sky.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Margaret
Sunday at the Zoo Scene Over Budget Changes
Sunday at the zoo features a comical exchange as an orangutan notes trouble among workers. A monkey explains the economy stunt prompting a keeper transfer to the insect house and the awkward news to him.
Picture Answers For Last Week Published
Answers to last week’s picture feature are printed. The first name in each couplet is the pictured person and the second is the respondent. Jesse Wallace Geo Diffenderfer. Thanks to all who answered and please submit this week’s replies by Wednesday for publication.
Covington Plans Concrete Sidewalks on Fifth Street
The Covington Indiana common council invites bids for concrete sidewalks on both sides of Fifth Street from Commercial Street to the Fair Grounds along the south side. Bids due May 22 1922 at 7 PM with $300 bid bond and non collusion affidavit. Bond required for completion and payment. council may reject all bids. Attest City Clerk Charles A Baldwin.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Common Council
Covington
Indiana
Fifth Street
Commercial Street
Fair Grounds
Charles A. Baldwin
Old Reliable Club advert offers rapid marriage service
An Oakland California notice from Mrs. Wrubel promotes the Old Reliable Club claiming speed and discretion for a nationwide marriage service. It targets both sexes with confidential descriptions and a long established member base.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Old Reliable Club
Wrubel
Oakland
California
Mrs Alta Cranston Visits Darville This Thursday
Mrs Alta Cranston was visiting in Darville on Thursday. Subscribe for the Republican.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alta Cranston
Darville
Also Mentioned on This Page
T. A. Clifton
Tion
F.c. Nipain
Trat Clifton Gang
Court House
Bunch
Fountain County
Covigton
O. C. Deselms
Optometrist
T. E. Rainier Drug Store
Lumbago
ER Simcox
Charlie
Mike
Richmond Times- Dispatch
Trate
Edna
Qoe
eRe
Reais
FasSinite
Aja
York
ALG Nee Ayes
Astori
Jesse Wallace
Geo. Diffenderfer
Sheak’s Storage
M. C. Faust
McGeorge Block
Cc. C. Wert, M. Wo
Frank Luke
M. E
Covington, Ind
R.N. Voliva
Newtown
Hones
OUR Service
D. R. Kerr
Kerr & Sons
Rivate Ambulance Service
J. W. Haines
Covington, Indiana
Robt
A. Butler
Williamsport, Indiana
Scott & Bowne
Bloomfield, N. J
E. J. Martin
Danville
Ed Francis
R. M. Bever
Fletcher
Astorie
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