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Newspaper
Covington Republican
Location
Covington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 26, 1909
Page
1
Supreme court voids the three mile gravel road law, invalidating bonds totaling about 367 thousand dollars and leaving 44 county roads in limbo. Counties face losses on paid contracts and await legislative relief while authorities seek new funding and guidance.
233 well bred native steers aged 1 2 and 3 years available for immediate sale. Whole or part sale offered by A C Wisecarver based in Fairfield Iowa. N 26 W 6.
Last week this paper noted Judge I E Schoonover showed signs of typhoid fever. There is now no doubt he has a well defined case and will be away from duty for weeks. He is under his wife Dr Hicks and a trained nurse. Fever runs about 101 as he fights the illness with medical aid. Friends everywhere wish for his full recovery.
The second annual Boys' and Girls Club corn show and industrial exposition in Veedersburg drew over 200 entries. Troy township led in entries and prizes, while Richland and Mill Creek each won fourteen prizes. Officers elected include President Ellen Brown and Secretary Elizabeth Boggs, with plans to organize entries for next year.
J Loeb's Store offers Rubberhide boots Lambertville Long Proof boots and Lycoming Rubbers. The Mishawakee Red ball brand rubbers are highlighted as the largest stock in the country for customers to choose from.
Wicfield Wilson of Lucrere Cass County attended the Layton Wilson Thanksgiving reunion at Fred Layton's home Tuesday. Wilson, who moved to Cass County years ago, will remain through Sunday to visit family.
The Washington Times highlights Albert Jeremiah Beveridge of Indiana as the most powerful patronage operator in Congress. It notes his control over state and district patronage and the heavy workload and responsibility that accompanies such influence. It forecasts future battles as Indiana prepares for elections and potential shifts in party control.
James Twiddy resigns after eighteen months as city marshal at a Monday council meeting. Mayor Heath accepts the resignation and appoints night Watch William Ireland, with the council offering the post to James Slim. Col Jim Allen hints at behind the scenes political maneuvering as Twiddy prepares to move to Crawfordsville with his family next week.
Hon Lucas Nebeker appointed judge pro tem to handle emergency probate and court work during judge Schoonover's illness. He will not try regular docketed cases, citing unwillingness to assume responsibility. The selection is praised as suitable.
A brief notice offers to pay the highest market price for all kinds of furs. Collectors or traders are urged to bring furs to feed barns. A stray line mentions Farmer McMahon and a post office closure during morning hours around Thanksgiving.
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