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Newspaper
Covington Republican
Location
Covington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 30, 1898
Page
8
Letter outlines proposed food fish law with season closures from May 1 to July 1 and allowances for trot lines July 10 to Dec 31. Seining rules limit gear, trespass and penalties for dynamiting, head-on sale ban for three years, and police powers for deputies.
General Scott reported severe shortages at Puebla in midsummer and at Vera Cruz earlier. The army's clothing, shoes, and funds were severely lacking with officers borrowing from the pay department and quartermasters, while soldiers endured hunger and illness. The Cass bill later cut volunteer clothing pay, altering compensation for those serving.
The piece traces Democratic hesitation as state debt rose, noting Gov Gray and later Gov Hovay urging tax levy increases to avoid borrowing. It cites 1889 deficits, a debt near 8.54 million, and critiques Democratic and Republican actions on the tax law and funding of state institutions.
The Cincinnati Enquirer argues for measured restraint in wartime criticism and praises the handling of the Manila and Santiago campaigns. It notes wartime hardships, questions centralized blame, and urges public focus on national needs and unity rather than sensational fault finding.
A column slamming General Boynton’s conclusions is accused of being a Democratic fabrication. The writer, posing as a staff officer, supposedly cites a distinguished surgeon’s anonymous report to attack wartime actions. Critics demand the War Department verify or dismiss the alleged staff officer.
Corporal Gessel of Company D 168th Indiana refutes claims that volunteers are mistreated in division hospitals. He says he has seen the care firsthand, noting adequate cots beds and clean sheets, decent food, and sufficient attention, while acknowledging patient load may outpace attendants in some depots.
The Indianapolis Sentinel defends Democratic loyalty while criticizing campaign use of camp hardships in Cuba and Porto Rico. Leaders differ on expansion and policy, with critics accusing the party of exploiting soldiers’ suffering for politics and pairing hospital stories with misrepresentation. The Philadelphia Press praises Camp Wikoff surgeons for duty and stubborn service.
Ub vent to cramps and colic but found Paley's Cake Cure superior to many remedies, praised by L Yeats in a druggist review by Cook.
A historical advertisement touts Dr N C Davis kidney tablets as a miracle cure for Brights disease and kidney disorders. The copy claims the tablets cleanse kidneys and bladder and prevent death from kidney issues, urging readers to send for a free booklet and stating price 59 cents to 100, sold by druggists or by mail from Frankfort Indiana.
A wartime mail order pitch from Wanker Valley Mfg. Co. in Chicago promises a free set of six war memorial spoons with a cash household furniture order, featuring coin silver plate on nickel silver and no cheap pricing. The ad urges readers to request a catalogue and include stamps to cover postage.
Grain O is a nourishing drink replacing coffee, aiding digestion and strengthening nerves. Suitable for children and adults, it costs about 14 to 25 cents and claims to taste like coffee without its harms. Marquette Michigan named 1898 hay fever headquarters with travel deals, lodging, and rail tickets advertised for attendees.
An old advertisement promotes Foley's Honey and Tar for severe cold throat and lung discomfort. It claims the sore area will heal, leaving a grateful feeling and faster relief, with a guarantee attributed to Geo. Cook.
An old advertisement from Gooks Drug Store touts a remarkable remedy for kidney complaints and nervous issues, claiming universal efficacy and prompting curious customers to inquire at the shop.
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