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Newspaper
Covington Republican
Location
Covington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 22, 1907
Page
4
The text contends that Oklahoma is now a state and a new star is added to the flag, asserting either Tillman or Artman would bring safety. It invokes the SAMs motto of our fathers on the realm’s coin as fitting and uncontroversial, and claims no other suitable option.
Democrats appear to view the Tillman doctrine and its race question views more critically than Republicans while asserting loyalty as American citizens.
The remark notes that while not all men can secure their preferred occupation, most can find work that provides essential needs such as food, clothing, and shelter, along with some extra.
An analysis questions why political grafters seek to silence an honest fearless reformer who defends clean methods and the people's rights and interests. The piece probes motives behind opposition to integrity in public life.
A Sunday afternoon lecture by Judge Artman of the Supreme Court presented a clear array of facts and deductions on the unconstitutionality of the licensed saloon, inviting listeners to draw their own conclusions.
The Indianapolis Star opines that panic is a state of mind not justified by current conditions of plenty. Factories run crops abundant and jobs are available for those who want work, so there is no real basis for the recent unease.
The Columbus Republic notes that Vice President Fairbanks was the star of the Republican Kentucky campaign while William Jennings Bryan led the Democrats with a special train tour before and after Fairbanks. The state went Republican, but editors caution this does not imply broader Democratic decline.
A New York dispatch notes financiers hold a hopeful view of the situation and that frightened depositors may rush money to banks rather than stockings. It asserts there was never a time when the average bank was as safe and sound as today, especially in Indiana.
Noblesville Ledger reflects on voter judgment in recent elections. The piece denounces bosses and machine politics, praises a new deal for the people, and rejects rule by one family, stressing that capable men exist beyond political cliques.
The piece notes Indiana junior senator Hemenway rarely speaks but is a force in any movement needing his services. His quiet habit of sawing wood and saying little reportedly won him favor with Chairman Cannon, leading to his chairmanship of the appropriations committee and shaping Iowa opposition to his candidacy for senator.
The text argues slavery is an abrogated evil unconstitutional and urges Americans to settle the question once for all. It shifts to the licensed saloon, calling it a worse evil lacking inherent rights, and claims society must awaken, educate, and act to elevate law and its conformity to humanity. The piece envisions the nation solving both issues.
Judge Samuel Artman of Boone County is highlighted as a strong temperance advocate. The piece defends his honesty and conscientious presentation while addressing criticisms that his speeches lean toward anarchism.
A fragment discusses how legal obligation and strenuous effort build respect for law and honest government officials, aiming to promote a higher form of American citizenship through disciplined civic virtue.
The Friend last week is cited for ridiculing the misfortunes of its readers and Mr. Bowers. The piece accuses the editor of low breeding lacking training and a rottenness of nature, dangerous to his own fireside.
A letter accuses the Republican press of slander toward W. B. Coleman and other citizens. It notes claims about the Democratic City Committee chairmanship, mentions C. W. Dice and the school board, and apologizes for misidentifying Coleman as still Democratic chair.
The column mentions W B Culemans selling fancy ties belts and collars on the east side. Crane visited his mother in town while George Murphy, a rural route carrier, was in Chicago earlier in the week. A remark about monuments appears, and Mrs Alva Stalker visited her mother in Danville on Sunday.
Miss Stella Graham spent the last week with her sister Mrs Zack Otuari at tles ind She returned home Wednesday. Horace S Bottenburg of northwest Richland was in the city for a few hours Sunday He is one of the good citizens of that township Mrs Elvira Wheatley who has been ill for several weeks remains about the same She is receiving good care and it is hoped she will soon recover James Holderman and wife of Ekhart spent Sunday here as guests of their daughter Miss Edna a teacher in the High school They returned home Thursday noon.
Nelson Ford, a pioneer citizen of Attica, died Sunday morning of pneumonia. Funeral services were held Tuesday at 2 p.m. at the I. O. O. lodge with Rev. A. T. Briggs officiating.
The Rev Frank K Dougherty preached on Man's Personal Responsibility addressing future life and daily social and political conduct. It was an excellent, practical sermon likely profitable for every Quovington listener with meaningful reflections.
For best shoe values see W B Coleman east side square. Mrs Harry Porter and daughter who had been visiting Mrs Porter's mother grandma Schuler and brother Will returned to their Anderson home Saturday. Mrs Henry Raimser has been seriously ill the past week and her life despaired of. A specialist from Cincinnati was summoned and he finds a delicate operation is necessary and she will be taken to a Cincinnati hospital when strong enough. Friends hope for her speedy recovery.
Earl Shuler former Hillsboro Times editor and democratic county committee secretary has bought the New Ross Herald, started by W J Huff & Son. He is known in Montgomery county and has recently been editor of the Veedersburg News. Locals wish him success.
George W. Crawford on the Barrens Warren County has built a circular barn said to be the largest in western Indiana. The silo stands center, with inner dimensions of 72 by 74 feet, three stories high. Ground floor is concrete while upper floors are double and heavy oils. Crawford feeds 52 steers and six horses inside, with 9,000 shingles used for the roof and hay from 42 acres stored in the mow.
Aaron Weidenhammer, a long prominent resident of Williamsport, died Tuesday at 4 50 am after a period of paralysis brought on by Moochy marine complications. He had grown worse since last week and his physician held little hope for recovery.
Despite a very rough evening a men’s oyster supper at the M I church Wednesday night drew a solid gross of 1759 dollars, covering expenses. Storms kept many away, but those who attended enjoyed the supper and service and praise the management for patrons.
Dr A M Porter former State Line physician and longtime resident died at his home Friday morning. He was in declining health for some time and was about x4 years old. Funeral services were held at 10 30 Sunday from the M E church. He was a highly respected citizen.
Fountain Trust Company sues Claude Philpott et al. for debt and foreclosure. Preston McLain sues Benton Wilkinson for debt. Augusta Wagner sues Seneca Wagner for divorce. Ohio Oil and Varnish Company sues H. J. Harbaugh for debt.
Mrs Sarah Barkley age about 78 died Monday morning from a paralytic stroke suffered Friday in the home of her daughter Mrs Jane Hunt in this city. She is survived by two daughters and two brothers. Funeral services were held Wednesday at 2 50 p m at Mrs Hunt's home with Rev F F Dougherty officiating. Interment in Mt Hope Cemetery.
In Fountain Circuit Court November Term 1407 a complaint for divorce is filed by H C Yount for Wagner Sehieen Wagner a nonresident defendant. The defendant must appear by January 18 1908 or demur. judgment may be entered in absense. Clerk Anson G Madden at Covington. H G Yount attorney.
Hon C C Brooks mayor of Sunbury Ohio and attorney for Farmers Bank and Sunbury Building and Loan Co asserts utmost confidence in Peruna a great medicine and notes personal use and observed benefits among friends with high praise for the remedy.
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