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Newspaper
Austin Daily Herald
Location
Austin, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
Feb 04, 1908
Page
4
A vintage appeal encourages women to share private illness details with Mrs. Pink in Lynn Massachusetts. The letter promises strict confidentiality and claims decades of correspondence with sick women provide insights that may aid individual cases.
Mrs Norman R Barnett of Allentown Pa credits Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound with curing an organic disturbance and female weakness after years of suffering headaches and nervousness. The ad touts the formula made from roots and herbs as a standard remedy for female ills and claims it has cured thousands of women of displacements inflammation ulcers fibroid tumors irregularities and related symptoms.
William J. Bryan at a Reading hotel reception discussed national issues. He contrasted Roosevelt’s positions with Democratic stances on railroad regulation trusts income tax arbitration and the elected senate. He favored tariff revision now and urged rapid testing of railroad values and watered stock to reduce extortionate rates.
In Dorchester, Mrs. Frances Willers killed herself and two of her children, a nine and an eleven year old, during a mental low period. The incident occurred in Boston on February 4, using illuminating gas as the method. authorities investigated the tragic case and noted the mother's distressed mental state.
Halifax Feb 4 a wild blizzard drove the steamer St Cuthbert to burn off the Nova Scotian coast. Fifteen crew drowned while trying to abandon in a swamped boat, while thirty seven survivors including the captain were rescued by the White Star liner Cymric and brought to Boston. The burning hull drifts as a dangerous derelict. St Cuthbert built 1904 at Newcastle with 4954 tons.
General d Amade reports a French column commanded by Colonel Boutegourd was attacked by a large Arab force while marching to punish Chaouia tribesmen. The engagement lasted about two hours with heavy losses among French troops and several wounded including Lieutenant Colonel Passard. The attackers likely included Mozambas and Chaouias.
A fragmented verse shows playful wordplay about multiplication and affection with unclear punctuation and erratic phrasing. The piece names Edgar and Moe and asks if readers know their multiplication table while mixing questions and exclamations.
Washington reports the Supreme Court, for the third time this month, invalidates labor union actions against interstate commerce. In Lawler vs Loewe the court holds that the Sherman act applies to union boycotts, allowing triple damages to plaintiffs. Chief Justice Fuller writes the decision with no dissent, amid a high chamber debate over the president's recent message.
The U S House, amid political sparring, approves a general widows pension measure by a near unanimous vote. It grants 12 dollars monthly to widows of all honorably discharged soldiers not yet covered by prior pensions and raises 4 dollars for those already eligible. The bill, costing over 12 million, waives property limits and follows a lengthy session with large attendance.
Des Moines Iowa February 4 Abraham Laudnicht left his bed and went to the kitchen where he soaked his clothes in kerosene and set them alight. He died in terrible agony with his body burned to a crisp before aid could be summoned.
An elderly Wahpeton, North Dakota couple Peter and Mrs Whitman were found dead from coal gas at their residence. Their son in law Sylvester Dietz discovered them during a visit with provisions. The man sat by the stove while the woman lay near the bed, suggesting they were overcome in bed or at rest.
Thomas L. Lewis of Bridgeport Connecticut has been chosen president of the United Mine Workers of America. The report highlights his election as a major labor leadership change.
Offers free acreage in Eastern Valley County Montana with additional bargains in city property and Mower County arms. Lists houses for sale on installment plans, special bargains including a 7 room house in Yates and Lewis addition to Austin, and a trained list of other real estate options. Also promotes insurance services and bonds with low rates. Includes prices for an Aberdeed Angus calf and a high grade phaeton with pole and shafts.
Office location described as over Wold's Drug Store with telephone numbers 268 L and 401 L listed.
For Sale The G F Rademacher property with a good house and two lots in Block 22 Davidson a addition at 4009 dollars corner for St Paul and Mill streets 1500 dollars For Rent House and barn on McGary street near Kenwood corner For sale Al Molison property owner Kenwood and Baldwin streets modern building suitable for two families also three lots and good barn This property on market For Sale One desirable building on Lansing Ave between Orris Hayes and C A Hegge must be sold this spring price 750 For Sale Very fine building lot on Lansing Avenue two blocks from Fox hotel easy payments 10 dollars A fine farm for sale 4 miles east of Austin 160 acres good buildings 5500 dollars per acre owner moved away A good house and barn to let Possession given October 20 1907 For Sale Mrs Susan Sicrmel residence 310 South St Paustrest One of the best in the City reasonable price Easy terms
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