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Newspaper
Covington Republican
Location
Covington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 10, 1912
Page
5
Tape RD Mrs Roy Rogers and Clint Smith seen in Danville Tuesday. J Loeb's Store offered blankets and comforters as LaFayette visitor R. W. Miles toured from LaFayette. Various residents, including C G Blythe and Mrs Blythe, visited home folks and shopped. A touring car for sale and a big sale announced for October 15.
The article notes municipal politics center stage with Republicans aligning with other elements against the Democratic regime. It credits the Citizens Organization with proposing a strong platform and urges unity. It questions whether the Wet and Dry issue will drive the city campaign, reminding that voters previously chose a dry Covington and suggesting possible law violations if not.
A charged claim accuses Democratic state county and township organizations of backing the city ticket in a covert way. If true, signs would be clear, and every good citizen should resent it, as a politically ridden town brings a blush of shame.
The Covington groups of Republicans and Bull Moosers urge neighbors to follow example for future welfare. They warn a divided opposition risks county democracy success while praising Democratic honesty yet critique taxes and policy impact, concluding with a call that people should govern.
A major county Democratic split shows two factions vying for control. The old line workers back County Clerk Leroy Sanders, while the progressives rally behind Commissioner James Copeland. Both sides push hard and try to mask the rift as campaign activity grows.
W H Blodgett reports organized Democratic opposition in Hamilton Howard and Tipton counties to Martin A Morrison's renomination. Critics accuse Morrison of aligning with Tom Taggarts machine and favoring post office appointments, prompting fears of political fallout if he pursues a future congressional delegation.
Four city tickets are expected in Attica with the Socialists already naming a full slate. The Republicans announced their ticket Monday night, the Democrats theirs last night, and the Progressives will name theirs next Tuesday night. The field shows no easy winner. In Veedersburg a Citizens ticket is likely to oppose the current Democratic regime.
County Commissioner Lewis B. Waggoner plans renomination on his district ticket for a third term. He is praised as a conscientious hard working official with prior service as Shawnee Township Trustee. The piece notes looming county political activity and new assignments after city campaigns.
Mrs S H Hell announces a new address 901 W 86 St Los Angeles Cal stating all are well and happy. Mr Hall received a substantial promotion and they enjoy educational work and the climate. They look forward to weekly visits from the Republican and send regards to friends here.
John Hunt announces a Rural New York potato sale arriving by car in Covington on the 20th. Prices are 90 cents per bushel at the car and 95 cents delivered in the city. October weather is ideal. recent rains refreshed the area and left a green carpet of grass with frost-touched leaves hinting at autumn’s beauty.
Real estate pitch touts farmland in Missouri’s show me state offering 30 bushels wheat and 70 bushels corn per acre. Price range 30 to 60 dollars per acre with rents of 5 to 7 dollars per acre.
The Beckett store has moved to the Wright block on the south side and will sell damaged goods by auction. See his ad in this issue.
Jacob Keerns is remodeling his city property in the eastern area and will move into it once finished, renting out his current residence.
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