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Newspaper
Batesville Tribune
Location
Batesville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 06, 1903
Page
4
Smoke rising from the Sistine Chapel chimney at Rome signals ballots burned after failed papal election. Recent rains and mild weather aid farmers as corn reserves accumulate for fall gathering across the region.
The text notes that Cardinal Sarto was not named as a possible successor to Pope Leo yet became pope, suggesting Rome reporters and Alaska readers had similar ignorance about the succession.
Jett and White are tried for the murder of J. B. Marcum in Cynthiana Kentucky. Prosecutors present strong evidence that Jett committed the killing while White acted as an encourager and accessory.
C M Schwab retires from the presidency of United States Steel due to ill health. The resignation marks a historic moment as a leader of a million dollar annual salary leaves office. William E Corey elected to the vacant post by unanimous director vote.
An unidentified man cursed President Roosevelt and his wife during a church outing last Sunday. The author notes the incident was fortunate the President was not on foot and within arm's reach, implying a possible violent response if closer.
The text accuses Omaha meat packers of trying to raise meat prices from one to two cents per pound despite falling cattle prices. It calls for enforcement of the Sherman Act and insists the packers be punished for the public good.
The lynchers who killed J. D. Metcalf at Danville Illinois are expected to be indicted at least in part. The black assailant who attacked Mrs Burges and sparked the riot has been tried and sentenced to the penitentiary. The grand jury has been convened to investigate the lynching and will likely review several suspects.
The Irish people expressed strong approval of King Edward and the Queen after the royal visit. They welcomed them warmly at every stop and extended a hearty invitation for annual returns or for the Prince of Wales to visit, expressing lasting hospitality.
In Lakeview Ohio arrests followed a coal famine incident when carloads were diverted to a side track on the Ohio Central line. A carload vanished overnight and the railroad sought compensation from town authorities who refused. Warrants were issued.
The advertisement touts Dr. Kilmer's Swamp Root as a cure for lame back kidney and bladder trouble a free sample offer and a book to help readers determine their kidney issues. It stresses hospital and private practice success and includes the address in Binghamton New York to request samples.
The issue orders arrest for several prominent citizens accused of stealing coal. The case draws attention in areas where coal was seized and distributed without road consultation or compensation.
A Terre Haute company dismisses two members of Company B, First Regiment Indiana National Guard, claiming militias are no good. The protesters accuse firms of benefiting from government while discharging reservists who serve the state in disturbances and strikes.
A tribute extols a man whose smile and gracious ways lift dreariness. The piece praises his perceptive praise of others, gentle voice like birds, inspiring handshake, and blessing words that ease troubles despite life’s raven croak.
Secretary of War Root wrote to the St. Louis Bridge Co. asking why the United States should not take possession of Merchants Bridge. He cites a statute allowing seizure if the company consolidates with another, pools earnings, or if officers join with another firm.
A survey of international notes shows Japan defending Manchuria limits while Russia pursues peace, China seeks a larger stake, and Kaiser Wilhelm is praised for strategic restraint. Domestic comments link elastic currency to political patronage and police reforms in St. Louis, with jokes about Kearsarge training and Beavers legal case.
Mr Bryan declares the 1896 and 1900 defeats arose from Cleveland’s unpopularity. Cleveland is portrayed as distracted, too occupied in the nursery to heed the Commoner’s cry.
The article notes a planned influx of Jewish immigrants following the Kishinev massacre. It mentions Mr. Hay gaining grounds for a formal protest to Russia as a result of the events.
A Kansas City Journal recounts a college student’s harsh harvest experience in western Kansas. He describes blistered hands cost of labor, strict routines, and hard labor including boring water hauling cooking and wheat cutting. He earns two dollars a day and expects around thirty dollars after a season while noting campus letters and a romantic encounter with a roly poly girl.
The New York World says the Springfield model offers a five mile range, surpassing the Krag Jorgensen. The weapon is described as far deadlier, lighter, faster, and with deeper penetration and improved sight. A riot cartridge with shorter range uses round shot to avoid harm to distant bystanders.
Fragmentary schedule notes list multiple westbound trains with times including 5:46 p.m. and 10:18 p.m. and another 4:52 p.m. entry. No clear dates or destinations beyond westbound direction.
A promotional rail offer cites low round trip fares to Atlantic City Ocean City Sea Isle City Ava lon Angelsea Wildwood Holly Beach Cape May and other destinations in New Jersey Maryland and Delaware. The Batesville rate is 14.40 with a 12 day return window and a stopover option in Philadelphia and Washington if tickets are deposited with an agent on arrival.
The article condemns cosmetics and local treatments for complexion and promotes Green's August Flower as a liver restorative that purifies the blood and improves the skin. It claims benefits for constipation biliousness nervousness and sleep while noting a trial size and regular bottle price at Baas & Schultz's drug store.
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