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Newspaper
Covington Republican
Location
Covington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 06, 1910
Page
6
One year contracts priced at eight cents per inch. Six months to under one year at nine cents per inch. Contracts under six months at sixteen cents per inch. Metal base electros charged at six cents per inch. Local rate details provided.
Andrew Marshall announces Republican meetings across Fountain County townships at 3 p.m. to elect delegates and alternates for the Ninth Congressional District convention in Lebanon Indiana. The note cites tax concerns and Democratic control, with meetings listed in multiple township venues and official calendars.
The Loogootee Tribune reports state examiners audited Daviess county books at over $1,000 cost. Counties nationwide face similar charges under a law pushed by Governor Marshall. The state auditor estimates taxpayers will spend over one million dollars in the first year for these examinations.
An Illinois bribery scandal reaches William Lorimer and Benjamin Shively with claims of paid votes by brewers, while Indiana shows little interest or action. A former vice presidential and governor candidate alleges eight lawmakers were bought, naming eight but lacking proof against individuals. The piece ponders whether Illinois should investigate while Indiana ignores the issue.
Fred C Palin visited the city on Monday and Tuesday as a Republican candidate for Representative. He states he does not want the race unless his party wants him and will provide the support a candidate should have. The Attica Press recently published his letter outlining the principles he adheres to.
The Republicans of Indiana Ninth District meet in Lebanon on May 21 1910 at 10 am to nominate a congressional candidate. Delegates chosen May 14 1910 in Boone Carroll Clinton Fountain Hamilton Howard Montgomery Tipton counties. George H. Paler, Chairman.
An ad promises a guaranteed distemper cure from Dr. Longacre and Frank Hull. A political notice calls Republicans to delegate meetings May 11 at 3 PM countywide. Also promotes a paint, $1.50 per gallon, claiming five year protection and free repaint if unsatisfied. Col Wes Elwell praises Fountain county GOP trend and supports a late primary convention.
Fred Bodine announces permanent ice business offering delivery anywhere in the city. Prices set at 25 cents per 100 pounds with phone 243. Pocahontas ladies prepare a stage in Woodmen's hall for rehearsal using a dozen beer kegs as makeshift stage foundation, joking about focal option.
Lee Mears and Edna M Shoat appear alongside James W Bennett and Laura M Coleman in a settlement notice listing involved parties and their respective roles. The brief notice outlines legal steps toward a resolution, referencing the four individuals and their limited stake in the matter.
Wilmer N Foster of Van Buren township is urged as a strong Republican candidate for representative. A successful farmer and leader in cattle breeder groups, he would bring credit to Fountain county and support the push for higher moral standards and local option law. Foster may be presented at the convention as a capable, principled candidate.
Mrs Sylvester Rhodes of Covington Ind suffered a broken nose and facial injuries after a horse bolted the buggy near Mt Hope cemetery. She, with three children, was thrown out and treated at Dr Andrus’s office before returning home.
A new modern tailor establishment has opened in rooms over Charley Crane's pool room. The shop offers a fine stock of the latest woolen patterns and will make up-to-date suits or garments for customers.
Tom Purdue and his wife spent Saturday in the city visiting friends. Sam would accept the race for Representative from his township if his party chose him, but he is not seeking the race. He said many had approached him yet he wants the best and strongest man to win for the party.
The speaker announces weekly appearances at McMahon's Covington barn on Friday and Saturday with farmer James K McMahon the well known sire of some of the best colta in the area, Joseph Dice from Veedersburg, Tud.
Postmaster F. W. Boyd notifies that the letters listed are advertised for the week ending May 4 1910. Names include Carter Simeon Davis Sam Harriman Caddie Hucker Lizzie Gedison Mae jilson. Callers must say advertised when claiming.
Sunday School at 10 a m and preaching at 11 a m. Epworth League at 6 50 p m followed by preaching at 7 39 p m. Fran k Dougherty is pastor.
May 8 1916 notes include Sundry School and morning worship led by Eder Wath at 11, a 2:30 pm workers meeting, and a Thursday 7:30 pm union prayer. Reports cover the funeral of Lee M Stark, a farmhand killed by a freight train near Fowler, a stolen horse outfit description, a pending marriage in Newtown, tax concerns raised by Uncle Sam Reed, and a Salt by the barrel ad from C F Lowe.
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