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Covington Republican

Location

Covington, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Oct 22, 1920

Page

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Indiana Tax Record Praises Governor Goodrich Administration

The article defends Goodrich and the Democratic stance, citing state tax collections totaling 8.2 million and comparing with federal revenues. It argues efficient use of funds for schools roads and institutions, notes balances, and claims reduced state taxes amid wartime costs and increased state assets. It forecasts a discussion of the tax law next week.

Indiana Ralston Purdue State Council of Defense State Capitol Indiana Reformatory General Fund Goodrich Goodriché

Lombardi Ltd Dresses Fifth Avenue in Lyric Tuesday Modes

A brief note observes Lombardi Ltd presenting outfits that emulate Fifth Avenue fashion on Lyric Tuesday. The piece highlights stylish ensembles and the store’s seasonal display.

Lombardi Ltd Fifth Avenue Lyric

How to Vote on the Machine and AIOW Guide

Instructional pamphlet style text explains voting machine operation with levers and curtains. It covers straight Republican and Democratic tallies, scratched or mixed tickets, and cautions against unsafe methods while detailing step by step actions to cast votes.

Shower Honoring Mr and Mrs John Devlin

Newlyweds Mr and Mrs John Devlin were feted at the home of Moses Clawson on Saturday evening. Guests bestowed many useful gifts and the couple later vanished in a playful exit, prompting fourteen carloads of friends to search the area.

John Devlin Moses Clawson

Building material sale at Covington yard this week

D. J. Young & Co announces exceptionally low prices on building materials with a full stock. A car of cement is expected in Covington this week and service is first come, first served. The House of Quality Covington Ind. Also note regular preaching services at Methodist and Bend churches Sunday.

Covington D. J. Young & CO Methodist Bend

Eye opening Harding meeting draws large Indianapolis crowd

A Friday evening gathering in Indianapolis attracted an estimated 15 000 to 20 000 people. The crowd voiced strong enthusiasm and endorsed the speakers statements on Indiana's thinking and feeling, suggesting Indiana could deliver a 90 000 to 100 000 majority in forthcoming votes.

Indianapolis Indiana

Rodgers Loses Home In Friday Fire

Tom Rodgers of Mound township lost his house and most contents last Friday noon when a roof fire spread beyond control. He thanks C F Lowe the Covington merchants and the Benson and North Vermillion county ladies for generous aid and kind remembrance during his misfortune. Loss is heavy.

Tom Rodgers Mound Township C. F. Lowe Covington Benson North Vermillion County Rodger

Dem Senator Candidate Thomas Taggert Draws Small County Crowd

Thomas Taggert, a Democratic candidate for United States Senator, spoke in Attica at 2 pm and Veedersburg at 6 pm after an earlier address in Crawfordville, drawing about 800 people. He praised Woodrow Wilson, condemned Harding and opponent Jim Watson, endorsed the League of Nations, and urged reading it. The meeting drew polite but modest applause and a call for Jim Watson to speak.

Thomas Teggart United States Taeeart Attica Veedersburg Crawfordville Nels White Cuto Court House U.S Ben Shively Woodrow Harding Jim Watson League of Nations League Indiana DePauw America

Clinton man kills wife then commits suicide

Pete Comani of 845 North 8th Street Clinton shot and killed his wife Wednesday morning and then fatally wounded himself with the same revolver, ending his life in a double tragedy.

Pete Comani North 8Th Street Clinton

Auto accident near Liberty street involves Bee Line official

F Rosenthal of Veedersburg and a female driver with two boys escaped serious harm after a New Oakland veered onto the north curb on East Liberty. They avoided two Rhodes sisters in a large gray vehicle, crashed into a tree, bending the axle and smashing the windshield. The boy sustained a lip cut and the mother a facial gash but all escaped with minor injuries.

F. Rosenthal Bee Line Mfg. Co Veedersburg

Citizens Bank Corn Contest Opens with Prizes

For years patrons saved fine corn for display in the bank lobby. This year the bank adds prizes of 10 dollars for best ear and 5 dollars for second best. Entries close January 1, 1821 and are judged by an expert. exhibited corn becomes the bank's property.

Citizens Bank THE

Fountain County Farmers Meet in Veedersburg

The Fountain County Federation of Farmers Associations held its annual meeting in Veedersburg. Philo Wildman won the presidency. directors Bilsiand Warren Randolph Frank S and Charles Bacon continued. William Calvert named ex officio to State Convention. county pledged aid to Marion County against horizontal tax levy. corn husking price set at five cents a bushel.

Fountain County Federation of Farmer's Associations oMeery Veedersburg Mrr Philo Wildman Willian Shade Me. Wildman Bettie Messrs Th RK. Bilsiand Y Warren Randolph Frank S Charles Bacon Wir Men. Cygnesie Ate Wiliam Calvert Marion County Association Hf. C.reid Anl Cave Oscar Larm Fountain County

Covington Couples Make Marriage Licenses In Illinois City

A list of marriage licenses shows Daniel B. French 20 and Ada M. Jones 19 both of Covington. Harry R. Fields 21 and Malata E. Knecht 18 both of Covington. Jesse C. Meadows 32 and Edith G. Brewer 19 of Veedersburg. John L. Devlin 19 and Clara M. Young 18 both of Covington. George W. Weeks 53 and Ophia Wilson 19 both of Danville Tl. Arthur B. Moore 30 and Lulu Yoho 22 both of Georgetown II.

Daniel B. French Ada M. Jones Covington Harry R. Fields Malata E. Knecht Jesse C. Meadows Danville, Ill Edith G. Brewer Veedersburg John L. Devlin Clara, M. Young George W. Weeks Ophia Wilson Danville Arthur B. Moore Lulu Yoho Georgetown

Eastern Star Chanter to entertain Veedersburg Chapter

The Eastern Star Chanter of this city will entertain the Veedersburg Chapter at the Masonic Hall next Monday evening. Mrs. Jennie Ach erly of Frankfort, the Grand Worthy Matron of Indiana, is expected to be a guest at this meeting.

Veedersburg Masonic Hall Jennie Acherly Frankfort Indiana

Thieves Abroad Spark Townwide Theft Concerns

Town reports a spate of petty thefts during the season. Grapes fruit meat bait and fishing equipment have been stolen from several yards and smoke houses. Coal has also been lifted from bins. Officials warn stronger action is needed to curb rising thefts.

Elmer Harden

League of Nations text urged for voter study

The complete Wilson League of Nations text with Lodge reservations is printed on pages 2 and 6. Voters are urged to read and study the document to decide where they stand and to avoid being misled about its implications for American citizenship and posterity.

Wilson League of Nations

Devlin and Young Tie East-of-City Nuptials at Bride’s Home

Miss Clara M. Young daughter of Mr and Mrs M M Young and John L Devlin were married at the bride’s home east of the city Saturday noon. Rev Tremaine of the Salem church performed the ceremony. The Republican extends congratulations to both families.

Clara M. Young M. M. Young John L. Devlin Tremaine Salem Church

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Republican Party Democratic Party Pang AIOW House of Quality Covington, Ind Republican Thomas Taggert Fountain County Farmers Meet Thieves Abroad Devlin Young
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