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Newspaper
Covington Republican
Location
Covington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 01, 1909
Page
4
James Slim, editor of the Republican, announces his run for mayor before the upcoming democratic city convention. He states his nomination depends on the will of the party convention and expresses sincere regard for citizens.
The senator remains confident about reelection as opponents run two or three other candidates, spreading support and reducing risk of a single strong challenger.
John D Rockefeller objects strongly to games of chance and to any gambling style of play, resisting the idea of a big sure thing game as well.
Democratic papers all echoed a boiler plate editorial last week attacking Mr Taft's expense while in office. The piece accuses democrats of fault finding out of power yet lax on records when in office.
Two personal crisis reports were recorded in Boone county last week as despondency rises. Statistics show such cases increasing due to rapid living costs and growing debt among people in moderate means, leading to health loss and fatal outcomes by their own action.
The Lebanon Patriot praises A A McCain publisher of the Crawfordsville Journal as a worthy postmaster candidate. It notes the Journal as a strong county seat paper with long influence in politics and urges Senator Beveridge to recognize McCain’s Republican service.
Hon E F McCabe of Williamsport brother to Charles traveled to Covington last Saturday to defend a young man on petit larceny charges. He secured a release for a defendant described as not an intentional offender. Ned McCabe is praised as a kind entertainer and sharp Western Indiana lawyer. He notes his father James McCabe once sat on Indiana’s Supreme Court and fears his health may limit future appearances. May the setting sun illuminate this eminent citizen.
Rev Conner began a city tour last Monday night with wife and Mary Seeger guiding the program. The union of home school church moral and fraternal forces aims to give boys and friends the highest life ideals and happy days. Lectures to boys titled Princely Knight run each evening at seven in the Presbyterian church with a banquet for attendees and a nightly eight o clock lecture for all.
Historical note claims catarrh is a constitutional disease requiring systemic treatment. Hall's Catarrh Cure from F. J. Cheney & Co, Toledo, Ohio, is advertised as the cure with a one hundred dollar guarantee and internal dosage of 10 drops to a teaspoonful. Also promotes Hall's Family Pills for constipation.
Mrs. George Dice of Stone Bluff East suffered a broken arm last Friday after stepping into a broken cellar door opening. Her daughter Mrs. Dr. J. H. Sailor and son in law Dr. Sailor visited briefly with Mrs. Dice in Stone Bluff area. The doctor returned home Monday while Mrs. Sailor stayed to care for her mother.
Morning worship at 11.00 and evening union service where Mr. Conner will speak. He also addresses the afternoon program. Bible school at 10.00, C B E society at 2.30, Mid-Week Thursday 7.30, Choir rehearsal Saturday 7.30. H K Fox P H D Minister 620 Fourth Street. Phone 59.
The advertisement claims Foley’s Honey and Tar soothes throat irritation and inflamed membranes, stops obstinate coughs, heals sore lungs, strengthens the system, and expels the cold. It warns to refuse any but the genuine yellow package sold by M. VU in Van Dorn.
A ladies gold watch is missing on the Covington fair grounds on Friday of the fair. Return to this office for a reward. Miss Elizabeth Blue of this township was among Republican callers this week. Presbyterian Ladies Aid Society hosts an exchange at Roger's Cade's drug store Saturday. Note the People's Bargain store of Danville ad features a big special sale.
Miss Ula Peters joins the Leader’s nation department while Charles Yerkes, a hustling farmer, sends a friendly call. The Leader highlights a millinery opening today and tomorrow with a display and offerings for readers to visit.
The Press Democrat names prize winners across districts with two ties. First prizes go to Made Cramer Blanche Taylor Motive Tubbs Grace Sloan Ruth Albert Elsie Mc Cabe Mabel Cook Dolly Graves Nora Prather Virginia Hissong Berths Pendergrast Grace Davis. Second prizes go to Maud Dengler Josie Bremer Grace Swisher Ona Davis Gertrude Linkhorn Francis Frazier Five Purrin Nellie Hill Ruby Hall Nellie Hall Maude Mitchell.
John M. Schmelig and Miss Nelle E. Holder both of this city were married September 22 in the Presbyterian church at Kankakee Iill by Rev. David Creghton. They are popular young people with many friends and will reside in Kankakee for a time.
A figure honoring A Lemp is unveiled at Union Square amid a ceremonial square deal. The statue’s placement signals civic recognition and reflects local pride in historic figures associated with the city.
An advertisement asserts deafness stems from inflamed mucous lining of the Eustachian tube and offers one hundred dollars for any catarrh related deafness not cured by Hall's Catarrh Cure. The notice invites readers to send for free circulars from F J Cheney Co of Toledo Ohio.
A compact quotation by Goethe asserts energy as the vital force that enables human potential beyond talent or circumstance. It frames energy as essential to becoming a fully realized person, eclipsing innate ability or external luck.
A spicy writer remarks that a 60 year old man can take an interest in the latest tie and tie it, noting he preserves his youth through such pursuits. The quip views fashion as a way to stay mentally engaged in aging.
Hollie Martin, a six year old, fractured a collar bone after falling from a tre Dash in the high school basement. Ed North recovers from a knee injury at Lakeview Hospital with crutches. Citizens may back a cement walk on Main Street if several property owners consent. Dr. Vawter plans an eastern trip for the Hudson Fulton naval parade and beyond. Miss Conover mourns her father’s death. The Christian Endeavors honor Rev. Z Dixon and G B Parsons at Morgan’s hall. A child dislocates a shoulder in Gessie. a picnic draws Epworth League members. Miss Lora Wilson, granddaughter of G B Parsons, hosts gatherings before heading to Dakota. Mrs Rezen Metzger travels to Terre Haute. Bessie Loomis wins a 425 piano in a Danville contest with heavy local support. A cheeky鸡 egg story follows about rotten eggs and a setting hen. Local ball game Cayuga defeats Perrysville after a long extra inning.
In a sweeping session, international judges discuss evolving norms influencing courts worldwide. Leaders from multiple nations examine case practice and enforceable guidelines, aiming to harmonize verdicts across jurisdictions and strengthen cross border cooperation.
Tipton First National Bank, looted by cashier Noah Marker for $105,900, resumes business as federal investigators prepare to present findings to the grand jury in Indianapolis. DOJ agents surveil and gather evidence, keeping the district attorney informed, amid questions of further involvement and illegal use of funds.
Bandits tried to blow the Banner steam laundry safe in Fort Wayne Indiana leaving a warning note on the door. They set a charge which exploded starting a fire that was extinguished before they fled and a second nitroglycerin charge remained unexploded inside the safe.
Indianapolis announces the inaugural Speedway race meet to be held Thursday through Saturday this week. The event features fast cars and top drivers in short and long distance races across all classes.
Lucius W. Rettie of Louis Bend entered a Fort Wayne hardware store, bought a revolver, loaded it, and wounded himself in the left breast after writing a remorseful letter to his father. His condition is serious but may improve if no complications arise.
Delaware county grand jury in Muncie indicts Dr Nelson Ross on two counts for murder and assault with intent to kill in the Linder case. Ross pleaded guilty to charges. Trial set for September 13.
Benjamin James, a coal miner, assaulted his wife with a ragzer in Clinton Maryland. He slashed her throat and wounded her arms as she tried to defend herself. He was subdued and jailed. Physicians deem him mentally unstable, likely heat induced.
Chancel lor Eliott of Jefferson county ruled W. Y. Ellis must be released on $10,000 bail after Ellis shot and killed N. P. Willis of Indianapolis in Little Rock. Ellis promptly secured bondsmen and was released from jail.
Anderson Indiana August 18 Harry Piqugno fourteen son of Mr and Mrs Harry Piqugno fell twenty feet from an oak tree at home crushing chest breaking shoulders and causing brain concussion likely fatal.
Peru Indiana August 18 Harry Wilson and Harry Hauk two young men seeking shelter in a barn during a storm were killed when lightning struck the barn.
Spokane reports Joseph Furay of Warsaw Indiana won the top draw in the opening of the Flathead Indian reservation.
The army of the department of the east will continue war maneuvers on the New England coast this week while the Atlantic squadron conducts naval maneuvers off the Virginia capes.
In Mexico City officials and press dismiss rumors that Porfirio Dias Jr., son of President Diaz, was assassinated as unfounded gossip. The capital narrative frames the claim as groundless speculation.
A verse about life and virtue contrasts gain and joy from Lippincott's Magazine. It is followed by a fable note on hare and rabbit differences, describing a hare as English and fearful, while a rabbit is Welsh and eaten at night, as cited in Woman's Home Companion.
A man with a glassy eye and solemn air demanded a ticket at the Charing Cross banking office. When asked which station, he replied with quiet dignity asking what stations they had, prompting a terse exchange with the booking clerk.
A whimsical verse excerpt from the St. Louis Republic extolling simple joys, picturing a tranquil scene on a cool ledge with a playful image of a fish and a childlike dandle moment.
A reader remarks on her daughter's growth at a boarding school noting improved handling of the chatting dish and a sharper touch. The exchange appears in Smart Set’s light humorous style.
The Catholic Standard and Times quotes a romantic verse about time with a sigh of satisfaction. The Washington Star presents a bittersweet political remark from Jim about persistent old hands and the same old tricks in the game.
Alicia and Felicia discuss Celeste's marriage to a rich man who can afford not to own an automobile. The Chicago News frames the wealthy spouse in social terms and town gossip.
A fragmentary poem fragment narrates a timid man who becomes a hero only after facing danger and being knifed. The piece blends archaic phrasing with references to a speckled boy and freckled pout in a magazine context.
A fragmented, garbled excerpt from a local page shows touts and names in a jumble. The cryptic text mentions Blox and Stevepep and hints at boasting about a Lis baby emnery with unclear meaning.
Fragmented OCR text from Chicago News mentions care away and a murky phrase about a venture. Readable items are minimal with no clear person or event.
A kitchen dispute drives a dramatic line where a husband contemplates leaving or staying when faced with a wife’s insult. The excerpt showcases domestic tension in a midwestern magazine, reflecting period voice and social norms.
A humorously philosophical column from the Loston Globe humor section contemplates talking with Mars and the burdens of expenses, blending celestial musings with everyday financial concerns. The piece uses playful tone to reflect on fate, income, and ambition.
A brief quotation notes a character asking why someone moves for credit and another answers it is to obtain new credit, reflecting Browning's magazine framing. The exchange highlights motives around financial trust and ambitions in a concise moral vignette.
A Kansas City Times note praises a stickler who endures heat and effort to spark genius. The piece highlights relentless dedication, discipline, and persistent pursuit of excellence in creative work.
A compact note on personal ambition and self toward greatness. The text contrasts humble origins with self made achievement and raises questions of worth and courage in pursuing fame.
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