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Newspaper
Blue Island Sun
Location
Blue Island, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Aug 15, 1913
Page
6
Practical advice from Mrs. A. B. Riggs of St. Louis on humane summer care for horses dogs cats and birds. Stop horse hats at sundown use wet sponges avoid docking protect coats clip long haired dogs give water and shade for all pets and provide small animal basins and refuges.
A Georgia legislator proposes a state asylum for habitual drunkards. Offenders would receive jury trials, then confinement until cured, with work to support the institution. Medical authorities increasingly view drunkenness as a disease and seek long term treatment to save individuals and families.
An article urging women to combat loneliness through active philanthropy. It advocates making homes for others, mentoring young and older women, visiting families at playgrounds, assisting elderly residents, and describes two Chicago women who rent a lakefront house in Michigan to host city visitors and fund feeding and housing for children at modest weekly rates.
Mrs Phyllis Brown of Kansas City argues a moderate amount of spooning is acceptable for a moral woman. She says a girl can be strict yet relaxed with trusted friends, enjoying social time and respect from men while maintaining virtue.
Oscar F. Nelson, state factory inspector, after meeting Governor Dunne, pledges stricter enforcement of Illinois laws. He plans annual checks with the state board of health on safety appliances and occupational disease provisions, noting staff limits and possible future expansions.
President Edmund J. James announces the university trustees purchased a 320 acre estate for 256000 to expand horticulture forestry floriculture fruit growing and market gardening. The space will enable more intensive cultivation and systematic development of the department and related industries in Illinois.
Chairman Arthur Charles of Carmi and Walter A. Shaw discussed the work of the state rivers and lakes commission at Governor Dunne's office. The governor is expected to name a minority member within days to proceed with summer projects, as the commission now governs all waterways and decisions go to circuit courts. The assembly allocated 250000 for Cairo levee improvements, 40000 for Shawneetown, and 20000 for Mounds.
Co. J. Dittmar of Freeport, the last member of the fish and game conservation commission, reassured the capital by showing up at the offices and resuming work. He explained his absence Tuesday due to not receiving the official meeting call. The commission plans to name several deputy wardens from approved applications.
Secretary James K. Dickinson of the state board of agriculture warns Illinois corn yields will be under 40 percent of normal unless widespread heavy rains arrive within a week. Northern Illinois shows at least 25 percent damage, southern 25 percent, central 35 to 40 percent, with drought preventing grain fill and some fields already ruined for fodder.
The committee promises a strong speaking program at the Chatham old settlers picnic with James H. Matheny of Springfield Law delivering an address. Judge W. E. Sampson and Leslie Crow join as afternoon speakers, with Pen F. Caldwell closing. Music and singing accompany the talks as crowds gather for the reunion. Also noted is the escape of James A. Hudson, a Chicago convict with a 25 year sentence, from Joliet prison stockade.
Judge James A. Creighton of this city travels to Washington to seek appointment to the United States circuit of appeals in Chicago, to fill the vacancy created by Judge Peter S. Grosscup. His record includes multiple elections to the bench in Sangamon County and support from several downstate Democratic congressmen who plan to urge his elevation. He meets with Attorney General McReynolds.
The oldest London tavern site in Cloth Fair, Ye Olde Dick Whittington, is discussed with notes on its 15th century lore versus a license not exceeding sixty years. The piece recalls nearby relics, historic buildings, and figures tied to St Bartholomew the Great, Warwick, Le Sœur, Charles I, Milton, and a remaining picturesque view inviting a visit.
Nellie a Clayton delivery horse shows repeated feigned lameness or unexplained aches baffling veterinarians after a three week vacation. The grocer owner William Schoepker says Nellie will not have an extended holiday and notes her history of pretending to be lame for breaks.
Rev. John Thompson of Chicago argued at Desplaines camp meeting that the world is growing better. He contrasted ancient patriarchs with modern church standards and blamed increased crime on newspaper reporting, noting sports like golf and baseball reflect rising moral standards.
The will of Miss Anna L. Gardner probated in York provides four hundred thousand dollars for a home in the city to house and support aged and unmarried women of Pennsylvania.
Two young artists sharing a Philadelphia studio endured financial stress and improvised meals. The younger man lamented their living conditions while the friend downplayed hardship, recalling a recluse who cooked his own breakfast for 19 years.
Company cautions caregivers to check each bottle of Castoria for the signature of 4.14 SUA and notes the product has been in use for over 300 years. Children cry for Fletcher's Castoria, a trusted remedy for infants and children.
A light exchange notes Mrs Naybor visiting and using the telephone for a full half hour, prompting a humorous aside about the cost of cheap talk in a domestic chat.
Two men chase lasting fame in a tale of ambition and sacrifice. One achieves renown while the other meets a tragic end, framed around a dividing choice and personal costs.
Windom Kansas resident Mary A Horner recounts relief from bladder and female troubles after using Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound. She says doctors failed until the remedy cured her and urges others to try it. The ad notes roots and herbs as ingredients and offers confidential guidance from the Lydia E Pinkham Medicine Co.
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