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Newspaper
Covington Republican
Location
Covington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 04, 1912
Page
7
An appeal to Indiana citizens to support a new Charter for city rule, replacing party politics with a nonpartisan board of administration. It outlines recalls and referenda to empower residents, safeguards against spoils, and emphasizes Home Rule while promising local control and voted safeguards. Notable signatories include Purdue's Ww. Stone and others from business and legal sectors.
A nonpartisan home rule measure for Indiana cities aims to suppress partisan city politics and promote expert efficiency. It replaces ward councils with a citywide board of councilors elected without party designation, giving people direct control while keeping government accountable to taxpayers. It argues business principles will curb waste and corruption, making municipal government more democratic and client-focused. For more, contact the Business System Committee in Fort Wayne, Indiana.
A silk umbrella needs careful care for longevity with a soft silk, carved wood or metal handles, steel frames for lighter rolls. Keep the case on when stored, furl by wrapping from the bottom, dry handle down after use, and clean with silk rag and soap. Mend with black court plaster for best results.
The piece describes sleeping outdoors with a veranda or flat-roof setup offering a range of gear. It details a wooden cot elevated above the floor with a canvas cover and a frame with rollable canvas sides and windows, a sturdy couch hammock, and a lightweight silk folding hammock that can be carried easily and hung between trees.
The Fountain County Circuit Court in Indiana announces a partition petition for real estate involving numerous Dagger Parrott and Moore heirs who are non residents. They must appear November 7 1912 or respond by demurrer. notice signed by Clerk Leroy Sanders and attorneys Voliva and Martin.
A charming dagged jacket uses white spotted muslin with lace and beading details. Ribbon threads through and ties in bows, with two tucks above the hem and a lace edged bottom. Materials listed include 3 1/2 yards of fabric, 8 yards lace, 1/2 yard insertion, and about 3 1/2 yards ribbon.
The article describes one or two very smart open air frocks to be worn soon. It highlights a coat and skirt in Inen fabric with cream and saxe blue stripes, deep purple straw hat, and long quill. Also noted is a white cashmere opening at the neck with crepe meteor collar, crepe covered buttons, side pockets, white patent belt, and matching white hat.
The guide advises rubbing hands with vinegar and letting them dry to form a protective coat before wall work. White soap pressed into walls prevents stains. Unpleasant odors can be removed by bathing hands in warm mustard water.
Samuel Rice as Administrator of Eliza J. Dagger's estate files in Indiana a petition seeking court authority to sell real estate for debts. Defendants include numerous Daggers and Parrotts, all nonresidents, with a hearing set for November 6, 1912 in Covington Circuit Court. Attorneys John M. Martin represent the estate. 14-12 wd.
The undersigned Administrator of the estate of Henry Alderson, deceased, will on.
On October 17 1912 at the late residence on Silver Island Fountain County Indiana about three and a half miles north of Silverwood an auction will sell the estate personal property including broad saws pigs horses cattle hay implements wagons harness and more A six month credit on sums over five dollars with note and security Waiver of valuations and fees Purchaser must not remove goods until sale completed Harry Alderson administrator John B Martin attorney.
The Circuit Court of Fountain County Indiana appoints and qualifies an administrator for the estate of Henry Alderson deceased. The estate is believed solvent. John B. Martin attorney for the estate. P1212 Sw
The article argues future prosperity hinges on election outcomes, recounting the 1893 panic under a Democratic administration. It notes credit contraction, bank failures, and widespread unemployment, suggesting a Republican victory would avert another era of downturn while praising the prior prosperity under Democratic rule.
A Wisconsin Farmer urges farmers to study issues impartially before voting. He warns against spell binders and promising rhetoric, stressing that informed, calm judgment at home near the family lamp will safeguard national prosperity and prevent being misled by false friends or hollow promises.
The Patriot Phalanx cites ex Governor J Frank Hanly confirming reports abroad about A J Beveridge aiding brewery interests while a U S Senator candidate. The piece recalls a 1905 incident with brewer Lieber challenging temperance bills and Beveridge allegedly promising Goodrich a quiet arrangement.
Indiana Republicans distribute over 50 thousand Taft buttons and tons of campaign literature statewide from Indianapolis. Materials include pamphlets on Chicago convention delegations and Wilson views on labor, plus pamphlets about the party's stance toward Black voters. Degree of education emphasis noted as the goal over rallies.
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