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Newspaper
Covington Republican
Location
Covington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 01, 1905
Page
5
An old advertisement extols Scott's Emulsion as curing the cold by reducing throat irritation and inflammation. It claims the emulsion nourishes weakened tissues to restore natural strength, aiding sore throat cough cold and bronchitis. A sample offer is mentioned.
First arrival of season stock noted at Loeb's Stores with fall and winter goods, including bleached table linen at 25e per yard, and ready made suits for men, boys, and children. Local residents and visitors are seen purchasing, with several entries about nearby shops and social events. Mrs. French visits in Ladoga. Miss Louise Rabb hosts a Willian Sport house party. a Memorial Social planned at Kentuck church.
The column reports Dr. a Hot Springs act this week, Rey Gwynn back at the post office, new millinery updates, and visits by Mrs. Permelia Crane and Mrs. J. W. Price. Calls include farmers A J Howell and others. excursions to Niagara Falls and Toronto. a Covington–Ludlow baseball score. various residents traveling and hosting guests. and updates on property purchases and court matters as September term opens in Attica with Judge Milford presiding.
Mrs J W Price and Mrs E M Harden returned from a two week visit to Illinois. Frank Beatty family came home after a two week trip. Outing flannels offered at 6c and 10c per yard. A child of Bert Elmore was bitten by a dog belonging to Charley Smith East End. Mrs C Steinhouser and Helen Burton Shelbyville guests of the Voltzes. Sewing services offered. Dr Lep Low and others from Danville visited the Walsh family. Scott Hugel acts as Big Four agent at Foster this week. Benson Chapel and Lower Warren folks picnic at the fair grounds. Farm for sale. Bear Creek bridge construction let by County commissioners. German couple denied marriage permit. Fletcher Smith returns. named math and athletics teacher at DuBuque High. Ice cream festival at Elmer Glover residence to aid the church. Canning factory active and fruit farm orders for peaches. Sixty third regiment veterans and wives attend annual reunion at Waynetown. a splendid time.
Advertiser seeks farms in Indiana and surrounding region. Request full description, location, and lowest cash price, to be mailed to Box 179 in Danville, Illinois. Respondents should provide clear ownership details and asking price.
The Fountain County Medical Association will hold its quarterly meeting at Dr. Pettet’s office in Veedersburg beginning at 10 a.m. on Thursday September 7. Business of importance will be transacted.
The June Bulletin of the State Board of Health notes 354 tuberculosis deaths, 320 pulmonary. Among the deceased 114 were females and 14 males. Females 7 were married aged in the prime of life leaving 16 orphans under 12. males 22 married aged 15 to 40 leaving 40 orphans under 12. The disease created 18 orphans under 12 and affected almost 200 homes. Forty percent of deaths were ages 15 to 40, the working period of life. The month’s record trails last year’s and is below the prior month.
Weekly Fountain County transfers list shows multiple deeds filed with various buyers paying sums from 1 to 6500 dollars. Notable transactions include Deb orah J Myers with husband granting interests in Cain and Mill Creek townships and Alice C Moffett transferring multiple Jackson and Mill Creek tracts to Moffett and others in Attica and Hillsboro. Other entries include W R Massey transferring a fragment in Kingman and J Allen Wilson sending a lot in Attica, among numerous parcels and amounts.
The schedule notes fixed dates for fairs across the region. Boswell runs September 4 to 8, Crawfordville September 4 to 8, Covington September 11 to 15. Officials urge visitors to plan trips accordingly.
The opinion varies on timing, but it is demonstrated that only the Republican party can be safely entrusted with the task of tariff revision.
The text argues that William Jennings Bryan is the man best positioned to secure the Democratic presidential nomination. It highlights his leadership among radicals and his prominence in the party up to Parker's nomination, asserting there is little logic anyone can use to displace him before 1900.
Congresssman John C. Chen of the Second District lauds the swift punishment of graft offenders. He argues the exposés bolster the ruling party and indicate rising public conscience toward honest government in the near future.
Highland Township Vermilion County bans saloons for two years under a remonstrance. Advocates claim the move will raise the moral and financial standing of the community, while opponents warn against fostering vice and eroding youth. The piece argues towns profiting from such locales destroy mind and body, with warned social wrecks foreshadowed.
Rev P W Walthall leaves for Hern tucky to hold special services. Rev A G Harvey will fill his appointments during absence. The new Sixty first Judicial Circuit opens Monday with Judge Milford. session promises several important cases. Governor Henry proclaims Sept 4 as Labor Day urging nationwide and state celebration of workers and prosperity.
Bank statement from Covington Bank of Covington Indiana shows resources totaling 154 066 21 with loans discounts cash on hand and other assets. Deposits and capital details listed with profits and liabilities including due to banks and bankers. Notary sworn August 31 1905 confirms authenticity.
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