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Newspaper
Covington Republican
Location
Covington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 10, 1901
Page
4
Local notices urge Covington to back a railroad amid recent elections ordered for the routing. The piece notes excitement over the topic and argues the railroad would bring substantial benefits, with comment that the nation faces a broad expansion beyond Wall Street.
With natural gas and new steam and electric railways Covington plans to become the premier town on the Wabash, boosting growth and regional prominence.
The piece notes Buffalo Bill remains a popular hero in show circles and urges towns to back their interests. It warns politics will be lively among Republicans in Indiana in 1904 and 1904, cautions against speculation, and flags potential panics as dangers to stable times.
A fragment reports on secret orders tied to fraternal groups, detailing discreet activities and unclear leadership. The item notes intrigue around ritual aims and possible summons affecting members in a local lodge.
Reports from Verrysville and Attica Press cover Rathbone Sisters lodge at Kingman Knights of Pythias and Odd Fellows decoration day plans in June. Masons in Indiana total 33,400 with 508 active lodges, 520 deaths, and a pending Odd Fellows Home project at Greensburg to cost about 3000. J. F. Buckner endorses Kodol Dyspepsia Cure for indigestion.
In state affairs the congressional scene shifts as momentum builds for the Democratic nominee in the thirteenth district. With little chatter on other races the party prepares for the forthcoming contest amid a wary political climate.
The Warren Review, issued by the Ross brothers under new management, debuts with four neat publications full of local news. An April public debt drop of 4,397,653 reduces interest-bearing debt to 995,350,380, continuing the Republican habit of paying off the national debt.
Secretary Hay proposes a new Nicaragua Canal treaty as informal talks with Sir Julian Pauncefote progress. The administration hopes to complete the undertaking, seeing it as the greatest monument to its achievements.
Citizens are urged to engage in local affairs and advocate for policies that aid the town. Emphasizes selflessness and collective gain, noting that communal success ultimately benefits individuals and invites active, broad participation.
State Department officials say they have not been informed by Montague White that Paul Kruger would visit the United States in October. White claimed officials would meet Kruger cordially but not grant an official reception.
The article argues that the U S government functions like a well run business, noting that even with President McKinley and top aides away in the west, Washington continues to operate smoothly as a clock. It equates government management to executive ability in a large enterprise.
Mr. W. J. Baxter of North Brook North Carolina reports fifteen years of persistent piles. After trying various remedies with no success he used DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve and claims rapid relief from the ailment.
The remains of T D Glasscock arrived in Attica at 9 40 Saturday evening and were taken to the Christian church on Fifth street for funeral services at 3 30 p m. He was laid to rest in Mt Hope cemetery as a large gathering of friends mourns his untimely death. He leaves three grieving children and a wide circle of sympathizers.
Unclaimed letters include Frank Isham Julia Brooks Flora Koons Frank Hoyt Wellesy helch Emma Dennig John Philigan Amy Thompson. Callers should say overtized when inquiring. FW. Boyd P.M.
Mrs. Lillian Knight Douglas died at 5 p m on April 30 1901 after a three year illness. She bore pain without narcotics, praised the Lord, and lived a life of Christian virtue. She married Dr I W Douglas in 1877 and left two sons Ithamar and George, plus sisters and many friends to mourn.
Miss Mary B. Hurst urges protecting Niagara Falls from commercial and manufacturing encroachment to preserve its beauty. The May Outlook issue features illustrations supporting the critique of damage already done to the natural wonder, published by The Outlook Company in New York.
Williamsport and Mellott battled on Sunday with a close score, Mellott leading 5 to 4 after nine innings. The game was described as warm and harmonious with mutual praise between teams.
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