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Newspaper
Covington Republican
Location
Covington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 18, 1907
Page
4
Railways rapid westward expansion is cited as a factor in car shortages across the central and eastern states, highlighting how commercial growth intersects with regulatory expectations.
A columnist notes the Fountain County political scene resembles a graveyard with epitaphs, suggesting moral weariness and caution about current leadership and public service. The tone mixes wry humor with sharp critique of ongoing politics and its legacies.
The South Bend Times extols the value of current opportunities, asserting no era offers more advantage to men who take action and excel. The column frames this as a universal call to seize the moment and work.
A cautionary editorial warns about risky political moves and the danger of misjudging when to act. It emphasizes the need to know one’s position and consequences before any provocative action, mentioning a figure named Eddie Wise as a reference point.
A veteran observer notes that a covert aggressor strikes only after an opponent is off balance and unseen. He warns fair minded people to ignore such tactics and treat them as unsportsmanlike blather.
The piece notes bears are scarce but writing materials abound and predicts a forthcoming article from the President on converting canebrakes into cotton fields or sugar plantations. It lauds Teddy as a typical American rich in resources.
The Republican party in Fountain County seeks a named chairman for 1908 to unify the ticket. A clean slate and harmonized leadership are urged to restore the county to its traditional Republican majorities, with divisions avoided except during cleansing actions.
The Indianapolis Star lauds Governor Hang for proposing benefits for superannuated Methodist ministers. It highlights the low average pay of $700 annually and notes many receive less, asking how aging clergy can endure without support.
The note asserts confidence that the Republican Party will assemble capable men to secure wins in the 1908 elections, framing the future campaign as a decisive effort led by strategic choice of nominees.
In Ohio the 2 cents a mile rate for passengers led receipts for the year ending June 30 last, rising by 1 332 262 dollars after deducting a 55 645 dollars decline from ten small roads off the main line. Overall the figures imply no confiscatory or discouraging effect on railroads.
Lieutenant Governor candidate prospect Fremont Goodwine of Indiana district after a Tuesday Indianapolis conference decided not to run for governor. His long state senate service and leadership on committees, plus work with state institutions, make him a strong lieutenant governor choice, simplifying the field for the party.
All Red Men of Ramonia Tribe No 188 are called to meet at the Wigwam on Thursday night Oct 24 for preliminary arrangements for the annual pow wow to be held in 1908 in this city.
James Welch, a young farmer living east of town, markets a large onion crop. He raised 1100 bushels on two acres and is selling to local trade at 1 dollar per bushel.
A series of evangelistic meetings will begin at the First Church of Christ on Tuesday evening October 22 1907 at 7 oclock. Elder Walthall will present the gospel in his usual forceful manner. All are invited to attend and bring friends.
The Circuit Court lists new filings: John Johnson against Sam A. Mc Cord formerly Warren Circuit Court. Harry C. Martin and others versus Mary Brown for account. The Covington Bank sues Ethel D. Ratcliff Thomas Ratcliff and Freeman Ratcliff for debt.
The London Academy explains a pronunciation principle linking word length, accent, and derivative forms. It cites cone versus conte, collie from coaly, and compares agent with cogent to agitate with cogitate. Pageant resembles Paget’s a in tone, with diminutive etymology of et.
The Republican reported a farmer brought 9 ears weighing 11 pounds and called the prize corn of the region. Troy township growers claimed corn to beat it as Roy Smith and Jim Welch planned to enter samples. Ray Bodine, 12, exhibited six ears weighing over 11 pounds from Boone County White seed, said to be the best shown in Indiana.
A Kentucky man Sterling reports ten years of kidney and bladder trouble improved after three months on Peruna. A Grant Ontario woman says Peruna and Manalin cured four years of illness and restored her health. The letter frames Peruna as kidney support aiding blood purification and preventing disaster when kidneys struggle.
During the 1356 Poitiers clash Scottish knight Sir Archibald Douglas pretends to be a master and is beaten by Sir William Ramsay of Colluthie. Ramsay, posing as a furious master, drives Douglas to reveal his status. English guards relent and allow Douglas to ransom himself for 40 shillings, then he escapes with Ramsay’s aid.
The Attica Press notes six ears collected by S A Arms for W A Thompson weighing nine pounds, about a pound and a half per ear, and also reports six ears grown by C G Blythe three miles north of town weighing eleven pounds total. Some ears run 10 to 12 inches with up to twenty eight rows of grain.
Attica manager Charle Finfrock reports a thief stole 20 dollars from the box office cash drawer Saturday night while he briefly left. Curt Finfrock, in the office, did not see the method. The manager believes he knows the culprit and plans to confront or discipline him.
A Minneapolis Journal note states that the arm muscles of an average man can lift about 224 pounds when activated by a nerve impulse. It explains muscles contract forcefully like rubber bands that can shorten but cannot stretch, describing their unique behavior.
The past week saw marriage licenses issued by Clerk Madden to George Quiggie and Vina E Perigo Harry W Jennings and Minnie P Wathall Ross Smith and Leona Meharry John Helmig and Julia Hoagland Miles Ratcliff and Grace Harmon Charles Stonebraker and Lydia Lightle.
A widow consoles mourners as they weep for the head of the house whose car plunged over a bank. She quips that his death was in the height of fashion, reflecting newspaper tone and local reaction.
A domestic cartoon shows a quarrel as a husband urges restraint and the wife resists claiming she never enjoys any little pleasures. The Liverpool Mercury presents a light social moment from daily life.
Mrs. Clare Glascock wife of Earl Glascock of Danville died at her in laws home in Veedersburg Sunday night after several weeks illness. Formerly Miss Clare St. Clair of Veedersburg she married Mr. Glascock a year ago leaving many mourners.
Dr Elbert Nebeker long ill at his father How Lucas Nebeker home in the city shows marked improvement. The illness stemmed from a lapse of the nervous system due to study and overwork while preparing for his profession as a physician. Relatives and friends express great gratification and hope for continued recovery.
Warren county residents witnessed the corner stone ceremony for a new Warren County court house in William sport the third time in thirty six years. The history recalls a 1827 court at Enoch Farmer's home with Judges Porter Clark and Butterfield. The brick house replaced in 1872 cost 55000 and burned January 20 1907. Jahr Cope of Champaign Ill won the new building contract for 68050. Col Clarence Smith hawkins sale October 29 and F A Crane acts as clerk.
Sam Romans, a well known citizen of Wabash township, died last Tuesday. The funeral was held Thursday and interment followed at Cooper Cemetery.
A quizzical look at the era's social echoes asks what happened to gallant old fashioned men and dedicated homemakers who ran family life, from spring water to ironing out rheumatism and apple dump cakes, noting humorous contrasts in everyday conduct.
Mrs. J W Price advertises a residence on Fourth Street for sale at a bargain.
A pithy saying from Disraell notes that strength can be endangered by its own weakness. The quote highlights irony in power dynamics and resilience.
Amos Smith of Shawnee was among pleasant callers Thursday morning in a brief local public notes item.
The advertisement claims new treatments for nervous system, heart, lungs, kidneys, catarrh, consumption, epilepsy, deafness, and various weaknesses. It promises immediate hearing restoration in some cases and guarantees cures for chronic diseases. Free offers during the visit are limited to that period. urine analysis is recommended for kidney concerns. Office hours run 9 AM to 7 30 PM.
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