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Newspaper
Batesville Tribune
Location
Batesville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 23, 1906
Page
7
Poetic verse from the Atlanta Constitution reflecting on weather, sorrow, and resilience. The lines contrast trouble with singing, rain, and a rose as a symbol of hope amid hardship. The piece blends mood with natural imagery to comfort readers.
Else and Gustav wrestle with a mother's anxious note about happiness and a thorn of doubt. Reading a letter from Else's mother stirs tension until a literal thorn prompts honesty, confession, and a renewed bond between husband and wife.
The piece notes plans to mark the 300th anniversary of Henry Hudson and the 100th of Fulton’s Clermont in September. It highlights Hudson as the first to ascend the river and Fulton as the first steamship to succeed commercially. The committee plans models of the Half Moon and Clermont, and a Hudson Henry bridge and Fulton viaduct memorials.
A Mariapul port steamer with 100 machinery pieces numbered 1 to 100 had No 8ST missing but two pieces bore 88. Officials fined 500 rubles for short cargo and 1,000 for smuggling. The excerpt ends with moral observations on relationships and labor.
The article describes a coin operated shoe cleaning machine using electricity. After inserting a coin, a brush spins and a lever positions the foot for cleaning. It suggests two pairs could be cleaned at once and notes the device aims to replace bootblacks by removing tips and offering thorough, impartial service.
The article notes a German inventor developing a milking machine to ensure cleanliness in food preparation. It claims the device eliminates contamination risk and is efficient, performing the work of half the labor.
A North Carolina inventor aims to revive a former popular amusement by building a new form of the boat swing. The design shows a row boat suspended under an overhead frame driven by oars in oarlocks to create back and forth motion, with movement increasing as the rider rows harder.
Mary Crawford Fraser recalls a royal dinner in which Emperor Meiji and Prince Tokugawa faced each other across a table of old rebels and shogun retainers. The emperor’s gentle toast briefly revealed a shared pride in Japan’s path, as Tokugawa silently weighs the past and future.
A playful quip features two mermaids discussing widow weeds. The first questions a green head, the second explains she wears widow sea weeds in memory of her husband’s death.
Farmers vent fatigue at magazine prose about artists studios urging editors to focus on farming life and practical agriculture instead of studio anecdotes.
The Indiana State Board of Tax Commissioners reports 1906 corporate valuations at about $16 million, up $10 million from 1905, driven mainly by steam railroads. Increases affect Postal and Western Union telegraphs, Adams Express, and the Louisville and Jeffersonville Bridge line. Rail mileage also expands, with the Indiana arbor railroad growing from 4.86 to 101.6 miles.
Gov. Hanly reviews expert audit findings showing James H. Rice, Indiana Auditor from 1883 to 1887, failed to account for about 20 000 dollars while receiving funds but lacking payment receipts. Report also notes insurance fees kept by Rice and predecessors totaling nearly 30 000 dollars. Rice died fourteen years ago. governor seeks recovery from estate.
Farmers line up for binder twine from Michigan City prison output. Prices fixed by raw sisal costs, with imports from Yucatan, yielding cheaper twine than private brands. Seasonal orders exceed maximum production though farmers pay 9 cents per pound under 1 000 pounds, 8 84 cents per pound for 1 000 to 9 000 pounds, and 8 0 cents for 10 000 pounds or more.
The First Christian church of Laporte declares the pulpit vacant after Pastor SV. Williams confesses leading a dual life and admits not being fit to lead the congregation. He reveals his wife has left him in a permanent separation while officials view his problems as mental trouble.
After telling relatives she was tired of life, Mrs Catherine Vandersean aged TS hanged herself with a towel in the yard of her daughter's home north of Rochester.
W. E. Bowers editor of the New Haven News was attacked by Charles Schnitker over an alleged humorous article that named Schnitker's sister. The incident underscores tensions between press and readers in New Haven.
Seven masked robbers held up the Linden Monon Railroad station. They bound and gagged the operator and dynamited the safe, reportedly taking about $500.
Myron L. Bradley of Michigan City died in a wreck at Sartsdale when a Michigan Central train collided with a cut of coal cars. The crash halted traffic and prompted an investigation by railroad officials.
Bert Ray a young farmer was drowned while bathing in White River near Vincennes. The tragedy occurred as he swam in the river and was found unresponsive by nearby onlookers. Local authorities began a routine investigation to determine the cause.
Mrs. Magdalena Becker aged 69 fell into a cistern while drawing water in Evansville and drowned.
Fort Wayne Lutheran Hospital was formally dedicated today highlighting its new facilities and community health role. Officials from the hospital and city attended the ceremony marking the opening of the Fort Wayne medical center.
John Speer aged 21 died in a coal dust explosion at the United States cement plant in Bedford. The blast reportedly cooked his flesh. Also reported are injuries from a lake slide accident to William Miller and Jacob Miller, a child ear injury from a gravel stone, and a case of hearing restoration after a swallowing bite unseated a gravel in Minnie Hoffman's ear.
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