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Newspaper
Covington Republican
Location
Covington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 27, 1911
Page
4
A noted political what if questions President Taft declining to run in 1912 and the impact on the election. The piece emphasizes unexpected twists and plans that may fail, reflecting era mood.
President Taft received a cordial welcome in California while a hostile send off emerged. A near white heat reading marked the visit as crowds cheered and an attempt to blow up his train ended the stay.
The passage argues that if reciprocity harmed the United States it aided Canada and questions why Canada rejected it. It asserts that if the policy was just for the United States and Republicans, critics from any party should be unable to oppose it. The text claims passage would make the law righteous and urges Democrats to stand by the proposals during campaigns.
An appeal urges merchants in Covington to form a united Merchants Association to boost trade in the Wabash Valley. The piece argues that cooperation will bring homes, prices, and local benefits, ending reliance on outsiders and promoting home interests.
The text argues that Covington business interests face direct losses and need a coordinated effort from local merchants. It emphasizes the necessity of organized collaboration to protect and advance business prosperity in the community.
Mrs. W. E. Strecker received a telegram Saturday morning summoning her to Columbus Ohio to the bedside of her aged mother approaching eighty years. She was in Crawfordsville en route when summoned and advices from Columbus report her mother growing weaker with little hope of recovery. Mrs Strecker will join her husband the new M. E. pastor as soon as feasible.
Houser divorce action between Geo Houser and Louisa Houser from Richland township moved to Montgomery county after attorneys argued Fountain county venue was prejudicial. Judge Schoonover granted the change citing undue influence and local prejudices affecting the case. The couple’s sensational accusations and the wife’s $15,000 alimony claim prompted the venue shift.
The Oliver Board reports a fine carload of Michigan potatoes arriving on the tracks by mid next week. They will be sold at 85 cents per bushel and orders are invited. The notice also promotes subscriptions to The Delinator at 50 cents off the old price at J Loeb's stores.
John R Walsh, noted railroad promoter banker and newspaper man, died suddenly at his Chicago home Monday afternoon nine days after his release from Leavenworth prison for misappropriation of bank funds. His career was a notable one.
First Presbyterian Church notes Bible School at 10, morning worship at 11, C E Society 6 30, evening service 7 30. Mid week Thursday 7 30. Choir rehearsal Saturday 7 7 30. Boy Scouts Wednesday 7 30. Pastor HK FOX speaks "Imperial Ownership" in morning and "Prison Sunday" in evening. Mrs Mary Thoute of Denver arrives to visit brother Henry Smail and relatives after about forty years.
Andrew Marshall announces sealed private sale of 60 acres in Mill Creek Township two miles southwest of Yedda. Heirs of Danich W Newman own the property. Terms: two thirds cash, one third in 12 months at 6 percent interest, secured by mortgage. Bids due noon November 5 1911 at Hesler Building Veedersburg Indiana. A warranty deed with abstract will be furnished. Right to reject bids reserved.
Mrs Earl Bilsland and her children visited Mrs Bilsland’s parents Mr and Mrs Ellis and returned home Wednesday morning.
In Perrysville Indiana Oct 25 schools are closed due to two new diphtheria cases. Officials say the disease must be stamped out before reopening. Several cases have appeared in the village and surrounding area.
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