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Newspaper
Covington Republican
Location
Covington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 19, 1909
Page
8
The notice lists advertising rates: six lines per inch for contracts under ten months, five cents per line for repeats, and metal base electros at six cents per inch. Local rate eight cents per insertion, five cents per line for each additional insertion.
A senator argues that Covington should act first, noting that exceptions exist in politics as in other matters and that loyalty cannot be expected where it is not offered.
Ex president Theodore Roosevelt finishes a year of exploration in Africa. His encounter with the wild loses nothing of his vigor or individuality as he prepares to return to American shores.
A critic argues that the interest wheel and terminations burden the public while favoring the needy with fragile health, asserting the people should judge. The text reflects concerns about accountability and fiscal responsibility in governance.
The editorial warns that boycotting a rival harms the town and the trader, urges people to support local commerce, and states the paper does not advocate boycotting any business.
The new mayor and council face many problems from law enforcement and schools to revenue use and franchise rights. The focus is on planning a more beautiful and businesslike city to attract people and commerce, urging unity of business and enterprise to build a greater Covington.
A vocal critique accuses Dr Buckner, former school board member, of betraying public trust by resigning after being named to two posts. The piece contends his action could enable dangerous influence over citizens interests and questions the resigning individuals' popular support.
A column accuses anti-bunch Republicans who bolted their ticket of hypocrisy urging voters to support protection and denounces leaders Geo. W. Wittens Des Buckner Carter Llewwee Payton and others for not voting straight Republican in years. The piece warns the public not to be swayed by their dying howl and political theatrics.
Daisy Hill writes from Banan Batangas on Oct 9 1909 telling of life abroad. She notes missing home death of Mr Shanks earning first salary and monotony of days. She enjoys hills and bay daily walks and mentions husband Mr Hill at a normal school for six weeks and altered self image from the journey.
Saturday and Sunday visits and dinners fill pages of local life. Residents from Covington and nearby towns, including Harman Jackson and Helmix families, attend shows in Veedersburg and Danville, with numerous dinners and oyster suppers shared among neighbors and relatives.
Town news covers road work and power plant updates with President Barna due to arrive, a new car on the drawing board, and bonds tied to track progress. Social events include a bazaar at Alexander opera house, holiday school closure for corn club activities, and multiple local twin births.
The letter recalls a busy market day at a fair style grounds near Covington. Jessie Hill writes of vendors, booths, and plentiful goods, comparing the atmosphere to Covington fair and noting the lively, bustling scene.
Thanksgiving services will be held at the M E church on Thursday morning November 25 at 10 o clock. Dr H K Fox will preach the sermon. There will be special music. All are invited.
Community church notices show Bible school tea at 6 30 p m with C EL society meeting at 2 65 p m. Mid week service Thursday at 7 60 p m and choir rehearsal Saturday at 7 30 p m. Address 620 Fourth Street phone 59 percent.
Church schedule lists Sunday School at 10 am Worship at 11 am Prayer meeting Thursday at 7 pm. Officials say they plan to arrange for regular preaching soon and invite participation to improve the meetings.
A marked temperature drop Tuesday evening and during the night winds shifted to the Northwest signaling first real touch of winter. Elmer Marsh traveled to Indianapolis Monday to represent Troy Encampment No. 8 at the Grand Satan aiene session held last Tuesday.
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