19 May 1905
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Newspaper
Covington Republican
Location
Covington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 19, 1905
Page
1
A. T. Clifton notes observers that Citesco elected an agitator for mayor. The city is harvesting the crop sown as the chief sower’s hand remains paralyzed in the undertaking.
A Washington dispatch notes a strong tendency to paternalism in federal policy, stating it is not new and has persisted for many years, reflecting ongoing tensions in how the government governs.
State Secretary of State Dan Storms, serving his second term, is said to seek the Congress seat in the Tenth District now held by Congressman Crumpacker.
The article argues Republicans should focus on real issues for the next campaign rather than debating hypothetical concerns. It notes media hostility, mentions Terre Haute and Chicago figures visiting family, and mocks worries about debt and crime while recounting a local minor smoking offense and police attention to cigarette smokers.
The Journal speaks bluntly to its party in Montgomery County, asserting honesty and the party’s best interests. It warns that some ringsters may censure the paper, but insists plain talk is necessary for the party’s good.
The Waynetown Despatch comments on how honest government depends on strict law enforcement. It argues that most people support right, but political padding hinders action and delays enforcement as factions play games.
The governor is portrayed as a powerful advocate for strict law enforcement. A rising public sentiment supports tougher enforcement, with Covington urged to match or exceed the state’s progressive stance and move beyond mere legal wording to real action.
A fragment argues Covington should be placed where a few disregard the law and the town’s interests by not enforcing it. The comment frames the situation as a sad consequence of inaction and legal neglect.
Last week J Loeb offered 27c for wool and today he pays 27c. Miss Lycia McComas of Covington attended high school commencement Friday night and visited friends in the city Saturday.
Elias Sparse and Laura Redman of Danville were married in the county clerk's office Wednesday afternoon by Rev. Palmer. They filed the required affidavit under the new law. Advertisements note monument offerings from C E Kincade of Danville and a pressing club serving clothing for one dollar monthly. Train fare details list a round trip to Winona Lake for a church gathering with specific ticket dates and a return limit.
T. J. Brown the genial assessor of Richland township was here last Tuesday making his report and settling with the commissioners. Jett is one of the popular and bustling young republicans of his township.
A newspaper ad notes the season’s first cold may ease with early treatment but the next cold will linger and be more troublesome. It recommends Scott's Emulsion as a preventive as well as a cure. Take it now.
Real estate transfer notices filed in Fountain County show transactions including Jons Williams to James Williams 16 acres, SH Leath to Ethan Minnick and wife 92 acres, and Susan Bacon to Edward Orr involving multiple Attica and Veedersburg parcels. Tax deeds and trusts transfer various lots and tracts in Wabash, Kingman, Piatts, and Hillsboro areas with values from 1 to 13 thousand dollars.
Bring your stores to the Trader's Exchange and have them cared for during the summer. Also all kinds of other goods carefully stored. Rates reasonable. James Slim.
On Saturday evening May 6 a group of friends gathered with baskets to surprise Mrs. Wm Burnison. The party filled with games and music. Mr Burnison received many handsome gifts as attendees listed include John Martin Samuel Foley Will Mead Ezra Zeigler and many more.
For the week ending May 19 1h. Miss Gusta Baker, Henry L Bever, H C Cooper, Mrs F Foster, 2 Charles Gievethin, Improved School of Memory, Scott Logie, 2 Jesse Johnson, Fountain. Effie Keerns, Miss Fay McNeil, Fountain. Ord Miller, Kenneth Parker, Fountain Miss Alma Pierson Ganville Smith, Cons. Vonder Schmidt. When calling for above please say advertized. F. W. Boyd, P. M. Evan Heath departed Tuesday for a trip to New Orleans.
Veedersburg prepares for a horse show on Saturday May 27. Jackson township Sunday School convention set for Lutheran church near Walace on May 27. Decoration Day observance May 30 urged. Last circuit court week with no sessions until September. Big Four rail line announces May 29 and 30 ticket sale within 159 miles. A Ku Knights Templar watch charm lost in city or across river. leave at Covington Bank or post office for a reward.
It is unlawful for Indiana residents to hunt protected wild animals in the state outside their township without a license. Licenses must be obtained from Fish Commissioner Z. T. Severney in Columbus, Indiana, and only during lawful periods.
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