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Newspaper
Covington Republican
Location
Covington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 11, 1912
Page
8
The piece argues for multiple good candidates in county offices including treasurer surveyor coroner and prosecuting attorney while praising party chairman McGaughey for steering Republican efforts. It notes cross party enthusiasm and urges voters to act, stressing hard work over space and the idea that reform should occur within the party.
Wilmer Foster of Shawnee says the B M claim all in Shawnee but there will be enough rest to organize the G O P in the township. Republicans will conduct business in old Shawnee on election day. There are still many good Republicans in the township. A mary more after one term of a Wilson and Free Trade administration is expected, influenced by the builmooters' attitude.
The county tally is variably estimated from 200 to 2040 with a conservative figure near 60, shaping a boost for the Democratic ticket and a setback for the Republicans. The text notes the difficulty in finding a Democrat aligned with this view.
In Logan township, supporters weigh chances for the bull mouser and Ratcliff in a tight race. Journal notes Democrat uncertainty, Republican splits, and a lack of enthusiasm as November nears, with Judge Schoonover and O B Ratcliff contesting the judgeship amid a complex political landscape.
The article analyzes county politics focusing on BM movement against the Itepublican party, noting two leading parties remain. It discusses three candidates for county representative, Carter the Democrat, and Madigan with BM ties, debating temperance and county unit restoration. It states many Democrats may vote for Madigan.
Three candidates vie in each district for county commissioner. In the Third district: Billy Wright, Billy Mellett, and T. E. Martin. in the Second district: David Myer, Fred Randolph, and William Parish. Wright seeks reelection. Parish is the Republican candidate. The piece favors Wright and a strong business administration.
A man long raised in and active within the Republican Party weighs his future choices as the party reaches a pivotal moment in its history. He could help build the party into a strong instrument for public good or depart to pursue a different path. The decision tests his commitments and the party’s direction.
The speaker questions Bal Mays fitness for reform or work within the republican party and suggests he could influence precincts and councils or join a leading organized party to pursue better conditions. It is presented as political commentary framed as mere politics.
The county commissioners held a regular meeting this week approving bills and hearing petitions for new road improvements at the upper end of the county.
Mrs Frank C Hotle and daughter, returning missionaries from Central India, gave an engaging program at the Baptist church Monday evening. They described famine field horrors and child marriage practices with native costumes and hymns as part of the exhibit. William Berry died at his State Line area home after months of illness. He never married and was a longtime Mason. funeral at 2 pm Thursday followed Masonic rites at the M E church.
Laura Lucas of State Line died Monday morning after years of illness including dropsy. She leaves three sisters, one brother, her mother Mrs. Renner of Danville, and daughters Ruth Brandenburg and Mabel Miller of State Line. A Presbyterian, funeral was held at her home Wednesday at 2 PM with interment in the Masonic cemetery nearby.
Advertisement claims deafness due to inflammation of the Eustachian tube from catarrh can be cured by Hall's Catarrh Cure. Promises $100 for any case of deafness caused by catarrh that cannot be cured by the remedy. Includes circulars, Toledo address, and mentions Hall's family pills for constipation.
Investigation by the State Department and Michigan’s Gate Manufacturing Co disputes a Tariff Reform publication claiming U S farm implements cost more in Canada. Official figures show Canadian prices higher for several items, with evidence from Albion Michigan and Canadian dealer letters supporting higher Canadian selling prices. The release argues U S producers face higher costs due to tariffs, urging farmers to seek factual data rather than free trade claims.
A Polish girl in Erie wrote to President Taft asking for help for her hungry family. Taft answered personally, sent a crisp bill, and had the mother turned over to the authorities that same day. Roosevelt’s kindness is praised.
Reported abroad to criticize Albert Beveridge in support of brewery interests, the matter is confirmed by ex Governor J Frank Hanly in the Patriot Phalanx. An interview recounts Hanly's 1905 clash over temperance legislation and Beveridge's alleged backing through Goodrich. The piece notes Beveridge's gubernatorial bid and brewer reactions.
Indiana Republicans flood county chairmen with campaign buttons and literature. Over 50 000 Taft insignia sent from Indianapolis per week, plus pamphlets on Chicago convention delegations and Woodrow Wilson labor views. County leaders receive materials aimed at educating voters rather than rallying loud crowds.
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