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Newspaper
Blue Island Sun
Location
Blue Island, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Mar 07, 1913
Page
2
A Blue Island feature highlights a Cornell University student described as the modern ideal of beauty and health. The piece contrasts historical corseted silhouettes with a contemporary figure noted for fitness, balance, and active habits. It cites a 30.2 inch waist and broader chest, emphasizing female independence and physical well being.
Police in Jalpaigori Bengal detained a Burwar from Gonda after a pocket of thefts and burglaries. A court order led to his search where a hidden semi circular clasp knife was found behind a tooth. He confessed to fourteen prior convictions and said the knife was made for him to cut cloth bales and steal.
A young Paris professor died from a hypodermic morphine overdose fueling calls for strict morphine sale laws. The habit is reported among Montmartre cafe frequenters and Latin Quarter students. A student from the Higher Normal College may face homicide charges for administering the drug. Worldwide the abuse of habit forming drugs rises as authorities seek solutions.
A Paris judge articulates that a woman should not spend more on clothing than on rent, criticizing masculine bias in dress decisions for women and arguing such matters should not be left to men.
Readers decry the public service tower following a drinking cup banishment. Sentimentalists call for voices against the persecution of germs driven from lodging places into a strictly scientific and sanitary world.
Dr. Carrel, noted for controversial experiments, was detained by customs officers and subjected to a thorough inquiry. He intends to certify the effectiveness of vivisectors involved in his work.
The piece notes reformers push for Massachusetts legislation to prohibit women from smoking cigarettes. It critiques lawmakers for chasing minor issues while failing to address broader social concerns. The tone suggests skepticism of the reform effort and its motives.
Reports indicate aircraft may be used at sea to detect submerged submarines, with submarines potentially coming ashore for safety. The note outlines a dual approach involving aerial search and coastal operations.
Eighty two thousand five hundred miners represented by 327 delegates, Peoria chosen for next year’s convention, and officers pay rules debated. Legislative committee named: William Hutton, William Hall, and Ben Wallace. Springfield vs Peoria vote winner 52. Also a call to hire retiring president John Walker as organizer.
Adjutant General Dickson grants six day leaves from March 2 to 7 for officers joining Governor Dunne to attend President Wilson’s inauguration. The group left Chicago by PA train Sunday. Additional nine day leave from Feb 27 to Mar 7 given to Col. S O Tripp for advance arrangements. The party secured quarters at the Raleigh in Washington.
Members of the Prairie State Passenger Agents association plan their annual meeting in Springfield on March 6 with about 150 attendees from Illinois Indiana and Missouri. A city tour in the morning a luncheon at the country club at noon and an eight o clock banquet at the St Nicholas hotel will conclude the day with local agents as guests.
The Farm ers State union of Illinois held its annual convention in Mount Vernon with wide attendance. Speakers included E. B. Staton Wayne City on Red top Association and Joseph Burkett on Business Agencies. W. Blakely Mill Shoals and O. B. Young Springerton discussed Shipping Stock. John P. Doyle Mount Vernon spoke on Rural Credit Systems. Albert H. Evans Tamaroa delivered the principal address on Tamaroa Enterprise.
Secretary of State Harry Woods announced nearly 5,000 foreign and domestic corporations have not filed their annual reports as required by law. They face charter cancellation if reports remain outstanding.
Official notice from Secretary of State Woods lists the primary winners to succeed the late Representative James H. Alexander. Michael F. Hennebry of Wilmington Democrat Fred B. Roche of Crete Republican and George B. Boardman of Plainfield Progressive were nominated. The general election is March 11.
Judge Creighton rules that the state board of agriculture is an educational institution under state control and cannot be sued for injuries after a grand stand collapse at the state fair grounds. Arthur G. Haines sought 15000 dollars for back and spine injuries from October 4, 1911. The demurrer in favor of the board was sustained. plaintiff appeals to the Third District Court of Appeals.
Frederick Porter of Chicago is appointed by State Auditor Brady as chief of the banking department, succeeding L. L. Bacchus who resigned. The post carries a 5000 dollar annual salary. Porter and several other appointees take effect March 1 and have been working in the department for two weeks.
Governor Dunne appoints James H. Burdett of Chicago a newspaper political writer to the state civil service commission, succeeding J A Crowsley of Alton who resigned. Senate confirms to ensure continuity of service. Crowsley edited the Alton Telegraph and was a former Deneen appointee. Burdett is a Democrat.
Washington March 4 the inaugural address by Vice President Marshall emphasizes loyalty to the Senate and a duty to uphold treaties and honor. He calls for civility in debate and warns against substitutions for the Senate while urging justice, righteousness, and a peaceful foreign policy.
The article argues spring clipping is best for horses and cattle. Clipped horses dry quickly, resist cold, and recover faster for work. A ball bearing enclosed clipping machine halves the time, and dairymen clip cows multiple times yearly to improve cleanliness before milking.
Mr Bacon asks if animal education comes from imitation or instinct. Mrs Bacon argues imitation, noting a dog’s growl and hens’ cackling around him as evidence of learned behavior. The exchange hints at domestic humor and observed animal responses.
An advertisement proclaims Lewis' Single Binder 5c cigar as richer in quality and more preferred by smokers than 10c cigars, emphasizing superior taste and value for the price.
A humorous exchange shows a customer asking how to treat dog fleas while a druggist responds with a noncommittal remark that dog fleas seem to get along fine without help. The scene reads like a lighthearted old-time pharmacy moment.
A classroom anecdote in a southern colored school shows Thomas insisting Queen Elizabeth married to her realm is stated in the history lesson. The teacher asks him to locate the claim, and he reads the line claiming Elizabeth was married to her realm, humorously insisting on the implied husband.
A Western city chief bookkeeper credits Postum with curing stomach neuralgia and reducing nervousness from long hours. He and his wife stopped tea and coffee after two years of use, noting improved health and sustained focus. The ad cites Postum from Battle Creek Michigan with the selling line There’s a reason.
An optimistic overview asserts Western Canada leads in rapid growth with Manitoba Saskatchewan and Alberta possessing vast cultivable land. It notes rising immigration, American settlement and capital, high crop potential, and untapped mineral and forest wealth as signs of ongoing expansion.
A Virginia farmer guides a stubborn dairy cow at a crossroads. An oncoming passerby is urged to “haod her off” then insulted with a racial slur. The cow ignores them, and the man apologizes acknowledging the helper’s polite reply.
Otterbein Indiana reader claims kidney trouble and bladder inflammation ended after two boxes of Dodd's Kidney Pills. He praises the remedy, urges others to write for more information, and notes pills cost 50 cents per box from Dodd's Medicine Co. Buffalo NY. Also advertises free Household Hints music of National Anthem and recipes.
A playful exchange centers on a restaurant menu with a roast hare dish. The waitress quips that the hare already ate the canary yesterday, implying a previous irony or mix up in offerings and menu humor.
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