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Newspaper
Batesville Tribune
Location
Batesville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1903
Page
4
Hanna Warns Tariff Tinkers to Stay Hands Off
Senator Hanna urges tariff opponents to back off as public sentiment grows. A South Carolina cloud burst causes about eighty deaths and property losses around three million dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hanna
South Carolina
Collision sinks Liban and In sulaire in Mediterranean
In a Mediterranean collision between the French steamers Liban and In sulaire the Liban was sunk and about one hundred passengers and crew drowned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Liban
Insulaire
Mediterranean Sea
Honest John and the Presidential Vote Dilemma
A fragment questions honesty in voting decisions between Cleveland and Bryan. It ponders whether knowing the outcome would elect one candidate would force a voter to reconsider and choose the other option. The tone suggests critique of electoral choices and political pressure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John
Democrat
Cleveland
Bryan
Record Mississippi water at St Louis reaches new high
The water stage of the Mississippi at St. Louis rose to 37.75 feet on Tuesday night, the highest level ever recorded there. East St. Louis faced a very critical situation but had not yet been destroyed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Louis
East St. Louis
Weather Extremes Across Regions Highlight Diverse Climate
The nation faces floods west of the Mississippi and in the Ohio valley while drought fuels forest fires in Maine Vermont New Hampshire and New York. Officials warn of continuing volatility in various regions as seasonal patterns shift.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mississippi
Ohio Valley
Maine
Vermont
New Hampshire
New York
Political lines on reform candidates
Voters discuss support for Cleveland Bryan Roosevelt and opponents due to issues of currency and free soup. Each statement ties backing to opposition to free soup or free silver and cites personal reasons impacting civic choice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Smith
Cleveland
Brown
Bryan
Jones
Roosevelt
Folk and Indianapolis Reformers Clash Over Crime Tactics
The contrast highlights Folk of St. Louis prosecuting boodlers and erasing crimes against reformers in Indianapolis who allegedly fashion crimes to prosecute, creating crime to reform it.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Folk
St. Louis
Indianapolis
Silver Purchase for Philippine Coinage by Mint Director
The Mint Director bought 4,000 ounces of silver on Monday to coin as currency in the Philippines. The purchase price was 53.55 cents per ounce, yielding a 412 grain dollar cost just under 46 cents. The note comments on fiat value vs. cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mint
Philippines
Man Slays Stepmother Then Ends Hunt by Suicide in Indiana
Arthur Lyons killed his step-mother near Loogoo tee Indiana. Sheriff George W. Holsapple led a posse of more than 100 men in a days long pursuit. Lyons, surrounded in a thicket Tuesday afternoon, chose suicide by shooting himself in the heart to avoid capture.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arthur Lyons
Loogootee
Indiana
George W. Holsapple
Docks Strike Sparks Valparaiso Fleet Route Change
Social disturbances from a Valparaiso dock strike prompt Rear Admiral Sumners fleet now at Montevideo to sail via the Straits of Magellan to Chile to safeguard American interests. The Sumner squadron travels to Chilean waters to reinforce protection.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Valparaiso
Chili
Sumners
Montevideo
Straits of
Magellan
Chilian
Sum
Dr Kilmer Swamp Root Kidney Remedy Ad Offer
An advertisement touts Dr Kilmer s Swamp Root as a cure for kidney liver and bladder troubles claiming broad success and offering a free sample bottle and an informational book by mail Readers are instructed to mention the newspaper and note the Binghamton New York address and the product prices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kilmer
Bright
Dr. Kilmer & Co
Binghamton, N. Y
Swamp Root
Protective cruisers Newark and Detroit lead gunboat squadron
The force lists the protected cruiser Newark as flagship along with protected cruiser Detroit and the gunboats Gloucester and Montgomery as part of the squadron.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ners
Newark
Detroit
Gloucester
Montgomery
Two Wings of the Democratic Party Questioned
The writer rejects the idea of two Democratic wings, arguing that there is the Democratic party proper and the Populist party as a separate entity. If true, the Democrats are third rate while the Populists back the second most sizable bloc.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Democratic Party
Chicago Chronicle
Record of Destructive Uproar Across States Follows 1902 Earthquake
The passage notes widespread floods and railroad accidents across Georgia, the Carolinas, Kansas, and Nebraska along the Mississippi and Missouri rivers. It compares current devastation to the great 1902 earthquake volcanic flood disasters and hopes nature has calmer days ahead.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Georgia
North
South Carolina
Kansas
Nebraska
Mississippi
Missouri
Indianapolis Police Move to Smash Slot Machines
Police authorities in Indianapolis vow to seize and smash all slot machines at the police station. They argue the devices ruin families by diverting earnings from breadwinners and leaving women and children in need. They demand a nationwide ban on slot machine operation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indianapolis
Ohio convention nominates ticket for 1904 Republican victory
The Ohio convention fixed matters for a sweeping fall victory and backed a national GOP win in 1904. Nominees include Governor Myron T. Herrick Lieutenant-Governor Warren G Harding Auditor W D Guilbert Treasurer W S McKinnon Attorney General Wade H Ellis Supreme Court Judge A N Summers Commissioner E A Jones and Board of Public Works member George H Watkins with endorsement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ohio
Myron T. Herrick
Warren G. Harding
W.D. Guilbert
W. S. McKinnon
Wade H. Ellis
A. N. Summers
E. A. Jones
Board of Public Works
George H. Watkins
Convention endorses Han na and Roosevelt for 1904 nominations
The convention lauded harmony as its keynote and endorsed Senator Han na for re election and President Roosevelt for the 1904 nomination, signaling unity through the campaign.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harmony
Hanna
Roosevelt
State and counties clash over tax ferret fees in Indiana
A dispute arose between Indiana state and several counties over who pays the 33 percent commission to a tax ferret for recovering sequestered property taxes. Counties contract for collection and share proceeds with the state, but Shelby county treasurer and the State Auditor disagree on who owes the fee. The Attorney General advised against payment, and court action is likely.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indiana
Shelby County
Auditor of State
Insurance Against Strikes Prompts Labor Debate
A plan to form an insurer against strike losses faces questions on labor impact. Proponents note benefits for builders and manufacturers, while critics warn such coverage could weaken unions and labor leverage. The piece urges mutual dependence and improved employer employee relations.
Political sparring echoes in party rivalry and praise
A clipping satirizes Democrats and Republicans with quips about free silver, trust remedies, and tariffs. It contrasts the aging Republican party with a chastened but strong image, then relays a heated exchange in which Democrats deride Cleveland while another man defends him as the brainiest leader.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. A
Cleveland
Jefferson
Democratic Party
His Last Hope Realized
An Oklahoma settler in 1886 survives a severe diarrheal illness after a neighbor brings Chamberlain’s Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy. A big dose and rapid relief lead to sleep within hours. Sold by G A Baas in Batesville, Bigney and Co in Sunman.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sentinel
Gebs. Mont
Oklahoma
Fortune
Chamberlain
G.A. Baas
Batesville
Bigney & Co
Sunman
American bicycle trust fails. dealers push wheel prices higher
In France a cartel of American wheel dealers has raised prices from the standard $50 to as much as $90. Iowa's major issue concerns how farmers can invest their surplus earnings. Tom Johnson contemplates backing Golden Rule Jones for the Senate to succeed Hanna.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American Bicycle Trust
France
Iowa
Tom Johnson
Golden’ Rule” Jones
Senate
Senator Hanna
German Syrup touted as universal remedy for lung troubles
A promotional note extols Boschee’s German Syrup as the world’s best selling cure for consumption and lung issues since 1868. It claims superiority over common cough remedies for severe coughs, bronchitis, and croup, noting a new 25 cent size and a regular 75 cent bottle at all druggists. It also briefly shifts to political chatter about Democratic harmony and Mr Bryan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boschee
Bucklen Arnica Salve Promises Fast Relief
An ad extols Bucklen's Arnica Salve as best for burns cuts sores eczema and piles after noting daily street accidents with frightened horses. It claims quick soothing relief and advertises 25 cents at G A Baas Drug Store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bucklen
G.a.baas
Austrian Doctor Links Consumption to Corset Wearing
An eminent Austrian physician blames consumption on corset use but does not explain why the disease is so widespread.
Women Constitute Thirty Percent Of Drunkenness Cases
A newspaper note states that thirty per cent of drunkenness cases brought before English Magistrates involve women, highlighting gender patterns in early 20th century judicial records.
North Carolina Loyalists Rename Post Office Teddy
North Carolina admirers of President Roosevelt have named their post office Teddy, honoring his nickname and legacy as the nation’s leader. The designation reflects local affection for Roosevelt and his era.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North Carolina
Roosevelt
Teddy
A Costly Mistake Promoted By Pills
A vintage ad touts Dr King s New Life Pills for dyspepsia dizziness headache and liver or bowel troubles at 25c from G A Baas drug store It also claims 30000 cars to hit the market this year will not meet demand and advertises Chamberlain s Stomach and Liver Tablets available from G A Baas Batesville Bigney Co Suntoan for appetite relief and stomach cleansing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. King
G. A. Baas
Chamberlain
Batesville
Bigney & Co
Suntoan
Republican administration praised for major pure food progress
A Republican administration is credited with the greatest stride toward pure food in the country, marking a landmark achievement in public health and consumer protection.
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