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Newspaper
Covington Republican
Location
Covington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 15, 1905
Page
4
Readers note varied quotes on legal alibis peace efforts and diplomacy. Mentions include the beef trust, a dove of peace, Portsmouth New Hampshire, Tokyo, Minneapolis Journal, and a Russian envoy praised for a peace protocol victory reflecting mixed perceptions.
An InprIaxa farmer tending a county fair reports missing his wife and pocketbook and offers a liberal reward for the recovery of the pocketbook.
The Lansing Journal critiques the artistic design of the new twenty dollar bills. The piece notes little fault found with the feature as it circulates in the area and mentions local observations about the currency.
InpiaxN Territory pushes to enter the Union bearing the name Sequoyah, a choice likely aimed at securing a state name containing the letter Q. The proposal reflects a preference for a distinctive nomenclature in the upcoming statehood discussion.
The Lincoln birth site in Kentucky faces sale to satisfy state taxes. The Newport society uses the moment to challenge Col. Watterson and deliver a public rebuke.
The report claims Secretary Shaw plans private business ventures after leaving the cabinet, suggesting a possible presidential bid tied to post public life. The statement frames his upcoming retirement as a step into private enterprise and potential politics.
The text notes a treaty omission by Peace Envoys who failed to ban Linovitch from detailing what he would have done to Ovama if given the chance, reflecting a significant oversight in the negotiations.
James Duke, known as the tobacco king, is a party to a divorce suit. The report hints that his personal life suffered from his habit, suggesting if he had quit tobacco he might have remained on better terms with his wife.
A MouscocEer notes yellow fever is carried only by mad mosquitoes, but warns that extreme heat affects mosquitoes like people, impacting transmission.
A North Carolina widow advertised for a husband from Florida. She paid $3 for the advertisement and wedding outfit. After seven months the husband died, leaving her a life insurance policy worth $10,000. The article questions who ends up paying.
The article notes Norway selecting a sober industrious man for the crown role at $175,000 per year, contrasting with Minnesota Dakota and Wisconsin salaries and implying a capable regional candidate could manage similar duties for a smaller pay.
A editorial urges timely action on the Danville to Lafayette electric line, warns Covington to back it, and notes real estate gains from proximity. It discusses self defense under law after a Friday tragedy involving George Hutts, three witnesses, and the sacrifice of a life, stressing accountability and divine judgment.
The article reflects on Friday's tragedy and its impact on a community. It argues that law and government protect life and liberty, noting that injustice harms both individuals and the public, and that those who break laws become offenders while law-abiding citizens remain secure under the system.
A Farm Visitor note discusses how a driver should handle a runaway horse by alternating pulls on each line to confuse the animal and calm it. The guidance emphasizes keeping composure and careful handling, especially with known rimawar horses.
Furnier argues western farmers struggling with clover should stop sowing on poor land and instead plant on firm soil with a light stable manure boost and keep cattle away for the first year to prove they are in a first class clever country.
The American Agriculturist notes that larger flocks reduce profit per hen. It states hens lay more eggs and hatch better when kept in flocks of fifteen than in groups of twenty five or thirty.
Change male birds once a week in the flocks to ensure better fertility and stronger chicks.
Lautes nuts. The most elegant assortment in the latest styles of ladies and misses ready made skirts at Loeb's Stores.
If a cow gave butter mankind would have to invent milk. Milk is Nature's emulsion butter put in shape for digestion. Cod liver oil is extremely nourishing, but it has to be emulsified before we can digest it.
Scott & Bowne advertise Scott's Emulsion as combining the best oil with hypo phosphites to aid digestion and provide superior nourishment. They claim it is the most strengthening, nourishing food medicine in the world and available from all druggists for $1.00.
Local ads promote Buckskin Sick ings for youths by Spence Smith and Spence. The Tow Path train delay disrupts Tuesday morning travel. Mrs. Fox of Williamsport and Mrs. Ida Newbourn visit acquaintances in town. Outing Flannel sale at 1c to 10c. State fair attendance tops estimates with 15 to 20 thousand on Thursday. many locals attend and notes praise the exhibit and entertainment. Tentative visits from Calvert, Leif, and Attica residents accompany fair reporting. 50 inch Brilliantine offered at Spence Smith and Spence.
One fare plus 25 cents to Richmond Indiana and return via Big Four Route. Tickets recount a yearly meeting with dates September 25 26 23 and 3 1805. Return limit October 7 1905.
A brief notice lists the Indiana Baptist Convention events on June 10 11 and 12 1905 with ticket sales and attendees. Return Hundt et al. dated June 14 1905.
Reunion Wilder's Brigade 72nd Regiment Lud. V. 1 tickets sold October 10 and 11, 1905 with return limit October 14. For rates and details contact Big Four Route agents or the Cincinnati office of Warren J. Lynch, General Passenger and Ticket Agent.
Administrator with will annexed Erasmus M. Conover will sell at public auction at the late residence in Wabash township Fountain county Indiana the estate personal property not taken by the widow. Items include household furniture farming implements a mare two horses cattle sheep hogs grain and other items. Cash sales under five dollars. over five dollars on credit up to ten months with interest from date if unpaid.
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