This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 28 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Covington Republican
Location
Covington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 23, 1923
Page
7
Federal and State health reports attribute over 250000 deaths and 4.5 million illnesses annually to unsanitary conditions. Rural areas suffer most, but sanitary improvements are quick and affordable with septic tanks privy vaults protected water and rat proof outbuildings. Free guidance available from the Portland Cement Association Chicago.
Four hours of fishing leave 20 competitors without luck as weighers-in search for a missing catch. One fisherman returns home to discover the sole fish he caught had slipped into the end of his latch key, making the scoreless tale even odder.
Advert says Brandreth Pills cleanse the system and purify the blood with one or two doses at night, claiming widespread health benefits.
The remark notes a husband often finds fewer limits on spending after marriage as financial priorities shift and income is shared, suggesting household budgets tighten and personal discretion declines.
A humorous column argues about family roles in holiday shopping. It notes wives often direct gifts while husbands handle practical tasks like lifting boxes and dishwashing, suggesting the dynamic drives Christmas purchases and spending.
A terse quip about domestic life and a missing pipe captures a playful domestic moment. The exchange hints at humor and frustration between spouses without further context.
An advertisement extols Cuticura products for soothing baby rashes with hot baths using Cuticura Soap, followed by Cuticura Ointment and optional Cuticura Talcum. Claims of purity and fragrance accompany the 25 cent price. A separate note warns against yelling for help prematurely.
The Kankakee Illinois American Legion post relieved 250 transient cases last winter and routed 85 fake enlistment attempts. It supervised disabled veterans care, hospital visits, loans to service members, sick care, Christian burial, and defended veterans on compensation claims.
The Soldiers Relief commission will interview all incarcerated Oklahoma veterans with focus on mentally abnormal cases. The effort follows a national Legion resolution to survey veterans in all states and seeks data for federal compensation, war risk insurance, and other allowances. Vocational training and libraries will aid rehabilitation. Wisconsin's survey showed 60 percent of former service members in prison were mentally abnormal and disabled by World War I service.
Congress adjourned without passing a Legion backed bill to allow captured relics to be given to cities nationwide. Distribution costs are estimated at 250000 dollars and would be allocated to states by the number of men who served. The bill will be reintroduced. meanwhile the War department holds 3,000,000 enemy weapons and equipment.
Patchogue officials plan a combined project a memorial park site for a new American Legion home. The city council agreed after Legion members requested space and the building may also house city administration offices.
The American Legion post leads a drive in Harrison to raise 18 000 dollars for a memorial home for veterans of all wars. The building will follow Independence Hall plans in Philadelphia and be dedicated to soldiers and sailors of 1776 1812 1845 1861 1898 and 1917 18. Most contributions come from the Legion post and its members.
George Washington post installs a ten foot pole on the clubhouse cupola with a colored electric beacon at its top to signal members that a meeting is to be held. The beacon lights during meetings to attract post members to attend.
A religious study outline on John 17 18 Matthew 28 16 20 Acts 1 6 8 and the Golden Text Go ye therefore and teach all nations. It covers being sent by Christ the Great Commission and the missionary program. Key points include authority obligation divine presence and the spread from Jerusalem Judea and Samaria to the ends of the earth. It emphasizes world wide witnessing and church mission.
Being self centered brings weariness and unhappiness as life loses its spice. Wealth or poverty matters little. many from both classes feel life dull. The issue lies not in capital but in character.
A short quotation attributed to H. W. Beecher about the sweetness and danger of seeking a home beyond familiar surroundings. The line reflects a preference for home as the safest anchor for man.
The quote notes that true mental health begins with a settled heart and feeling of contentment at home, emphasizing inner peace as the first sign of a healthy mind.
A fragment quotes J. Hamilton remarking that a cottage with God present yields as much happiness as a palace, reflecting a devotional sentiment about domestic joy.
An officer accuses a familiar rider of a past escape, insisting fingerprints will confirm identity. The exchange hints at a police matter from a prior chase two years earlier and escalates as they walk toward enforcement.
An ad notes a harmless vegetable butter color named Dandelion used by millions for 50 years sold by drug stores and general stores for 35 cents a bottle.
The Yellowstone region is described as the greatest game preserve. It hosts large herds of elk buffalo antelope and mountain sheep and hundreds of moose. Deer beavers foxes badgers porcupines and other animals are present. Grizzlies and black bears draw tourists in summer while many waterfowl winter in the park.
A rambler quips that a florist is only for funerals or weddings. The florist replies that they handle courtships birthdays commencements holidays dinner parties and after family quarrels, highlighting a wider service range.
A curious line asks why a man shaves is it to please a spouse or to gain courage for a swearing moment. The quip blends domestic routine with a playful peek at masculine vanity.
Johnny answers with a collective noun about a teacher and a vacuum cleaner in playful dialogue.
A safety warning urges buyers to insist on Bayer branding on aspirin tablets or packaging. It states Bayer has proven safety for 23 years and that imitations may be dangerous, advising to say Bayer when purchasing.
Baltimore News reports that horse traffic in Maryland is declining as Dobbin loses 1% yearly strength to motor vehicles. Recent 48 hour tests show horse traffic now constitutes 4.98% of total traffic on the roads, with Sunday fading as a big day and Tuesday becoming the new peak for horse-drawn transport.
In a domestic scene from Boston Post lore Willie is scolded for pinching a baby during a game described as autos and honking horns. The exchange shows family frustration over a playful dispute and the surrounding tone reflects old city newspaper voice.
Dialogue notes a remark about Germany having many men titled doctor and Miss Cayenne quips that the nation's health isn’t worse since many carry briefcases rather than medicine cases.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.