Corn School Organized in Wayne County With Purdue Aid
Wayne County plans a corn school at Centerville under Purdue University guidance. Purdue will provide instructors free of charge. locals supply board lodging and travel. The project aims to teach corn grading and livestock evaluation with county farms contributing animals.
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Wayne County
Purdue University
Purdue
Centerville
Louis Hampton
New Garden
John Macy
Dalton
Will Lewis
Greene
Joseph Commons
Lee Reynolds
Jefferson
Frank McMinn
Center
Abner Bond
Clay
Joseph H. Helms
Boston
Will Cheeaman
Mark Stevens
Will Barton
Franklin
Forrest Kempton
Robert Beeson
Harrison
Frank Jenkinson
Oscar Fulghum
Levi Peacock, Jr
Wayne
Caleb
Charles Evan Fansher Dies at 50 in Indiana Home
Charles Evan Fansher died June 9 after years of illness in Indiana. Born March 13 1828 in Sevier County East Tennessee he moved with his family to Indiana in 1835. He married Mary Ann Willis on April 25 1868 and had six children. He was a conscientious neighbor and family head whose loss leaves a vacant chair at the hearth.
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Charles Evan Fansher
Samuel
Elizabeth Dobbins Fansher
Sevier County
East Tennessee
Indiana
Mays Station
Mary Ann Willis
William
Thomas
Robert
Luther
Harry
W. C. Pierson
Record Heat and Driest June in 83 Years, Weather Bureau Reports
The Weather Bureau reports June 1908 as the hottest since 1874 and the driest since records began in 1871. The mean temperature reached 80.3 degrees and rainfall averaged 1.05 inches, marking a new record for dry weather with 5.56 inches less than the previous driest June. The hottest day was June 23 and the coldest June 11 at 46 degrees.
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Weather Bureau
Indiana Brewers Push Local Option in Open Saloon Debates
Commentary argues Lieber and Fairbanks, Indiana brewers and Democratic leaders, push county local option to extend liquor regulation while Republicans and open saloon opponents frame the issue as personal liberty. It contends the campaign centers on whether counties may permit legal alcohol sales and criticizes transfer of powers to higher levels.
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Albert Lieber
Crawford Fairbanks
Indiana
Fairbanks
Lieber
Democratic Party
Republican Party
The Better Plan Local option by counties urged
A county level local option is proposed as superior to township local option. The piece argues counties unite moral welfare, counters claims of against self government, and warns that city wards may differ from county trends. It urges voters to favor county local option for wholesome laws.
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Iif
Barrels and Bottles Advocates Local Option Stance
An Indianapolis paper named Barrels and Bottles praises Mr. Marshall for minimal government yet questions why he does not fully back the individual man as the proper local option unit. The discussion centers on liquor policy and brewers interests influencing state policy.
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Indianapolis
Marshall
County unit wins in Tennessee primary issue
The Tennessee Democratic primary featured Edward Carmack who supported state wide prohibition, losing to Governor Patterson who backed county local option. The piece notes the county unit plan, praised as practical for liquor regulation, and cites its popularity nationwide. It also references Indiana Republicans backing liquor selling regulation this year.
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Tennessee
Edward Carmack
Patterson
Carmack
Republican Party of
Indiana
Indiana temperance issue drives political battle fronts
The piece argues brewers and saloons push back against temperance reform while the anti liquor movement grows. It notes Republican leaders like James Watson and Crawford Fairbanks predict strides for temperance laws and party platforms, with Bryan and Bryanites under scrutiny amid Indiana politics.
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Indiana
James Watson
Tom Marshall
Tom Taggart
Opium Merchants With Brewers Clash Over Indiana Policy
A murky interview with Indiana brewer-politician Lie ter Ger Grosse is labeled hopeful and questionable. The piece labels him as a local option advocate yet notes his election outcome claims as incorrect.
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Lieter Ger Grosse
Indiana
Local option debate drums up temperance revival
In Tomlinson hall a local option plank sparks a robust temperance exchange. Lieber argues minority rights against majority dictates while referencing Irish and German societies and Father Mathew. The piece likens dope opposition to opium bans and asserts self preservation through local control under a Republican pledge in Indiana.
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Tomlinson Hall
Lieber
Hibernian
Teutonic
Ireland
Father Mathew
China
Japan
India
America
Republican Party
Indiana
US AND THEM Illuminative party differences in platform
The text contrasts Democrat and Republican ideologies, noting free silver versus sound money, socialism versus regulated capitalism, and government ownership versus regulation. It frames the parties as divergent in currency stance, trade policy, national influence, wages, and prosperity, urging unity for a greater America.
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Republican Party
Democratic Party
America
Taft Praised by Sun Amid Party Rivalry
The Indianapolis Sun acknowledges Taft’s merits, calling him a big, good natured and personally honest man who wants broad appeal. It notes Taft’s likability and that Patt would not aggressively attack or cause disruption in politics.
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Indianapolis Sun
William Howard Taft
Taft
Patt
Republicans Nominate Honest Man for Country’s Respect
A political column praises the Republican candidate as an honest, good-hearted man who seeks to leave a strong name and earn the respect of his countrymen through dedicated service.
Fiscal year opens as deficits loom but hopeful outlook rises
The new fiscal year begins with a forecasted deficit but a positive trend in trade and industry. June shows a small revenue surplus while the year ends with a deficit of about 59.7 million dollars. Customs and internal revenues dip due to temperance gains, but overall bank note and bond currency rise. optimism centers on Taft’s election restoring public confidence and a strong crop outlook for farmers.
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Treasury
Uncle Sam
Stock Exchange
Sam
United States
Taft
Indiana Advice Praises Watson and Taft for Governor Bid
Congressman Doug Lass of Ohio extols Jim Watson as a top Indiana candidate for governor and likens him to President Taft. He declares Watson among the finest House members and commends Taft, urging Indiana elect both leaders as cheering ends.
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Congressman Watson
Chicago
Douglass
Ohio
Jim Watson
Indiana
House of Representatives
William Howard Taft
Will Taft
Zemo advertised as cure for itching skin diseases
An advertisement claims Zemo prevents itching and draws germs to the surface to destroy them. It touts cures for chronic skin diseases once deemed incurable and lists testimonials from business and civic leaders. Cambridge City druggist Geo Callaway holds local agency and endorses the remedy.
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E. W. Rose Medicine Co
St. Louis
Zemo
Jacob Frank
Frank Mercantile Co
N. 6Th Street
R. W. Emerson
Anchor Steam Laundry
Findlay
Harvey Burka
Harrisburg
Geo. E. Callaway
Cambridge City
Man from Mansfield Tests Foley Kidney Cure
Ira W. Kelley reports two years of kidney and bladder trouble and costly medical bills with no relief. He credits Foley's Kidney Cure with restoring his health and urges others to avoid substitutes, signing Geo. E. Callaway.
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Ira W. Kelley
Mansfield
Foley
Geo. E. Callaway
Public interest in punishment of injury noted
The saying emphasizes that the public cares more about punishment for harm than the person who endures the injury. It reflects a focus on accountability and justice within society.
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Cato
Remedy That Does Healing Cited by Auburn Center Woman
Mrs R. Pierson of Auburn Center Pa praises Dr King’s New Discovery as a cure for long standing lung trouble and throat ailments. The renowned cough and cold remedy is sold at Callaway’s drug store with a trial bottle offered and priced at one dollar.
Wise in the woman who does not expect her husband’s devotion
A clipped phrase suggests a cautious widow or wife content with independence during election time, noting skepticism toward spousal loyalty amid political pressure. The tone hints at gender and marriage dynamics in a civic moment without detailing events or names.
War on Consumption Promises Foley’s Honey and Tar Cure
All nations strive to curb consumption the deadly white plague. Foley’s Honey and Tar cures coughs and colds perfectly and prevents consumption risk. Genuine product sold in a yellow package.
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Foley
Geo. E. Callaway
Silence or Speak Better Than Silence Quote
A compact quote attributed to Pythagoras urging restraint or elevated speech. It frames wisdom in choosing silence over unworthy discourse and favors thoughtful, meaningful expression.
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Pythagora
It Can't Be Beat Best of All Medicines Says Dr Harden
Dr M Harden of Silver City North Carolina praises Electric Bitters claiming it cures stomach liver and kidney troubles. He says it helps weakness lame back chills and malaria and backs the guarantee offered at Callaway's drug store priced 50 cents.
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M. Harden
Silver City
North Carolina
Stimulation Without Irritation Urino Laxative Ad
An advertisement touts Urino Laxative Fruit Syrup promising gentle bowel cleansing and stimulation without irritation. The copy emphasizes safe, irritation free relief from digestive discomfort.
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Geo. E. Callaway
Greater Offense Cited On Stealing Dead Labor Not Garments
The quote notes that taking the work of a deceased person is a graver crime than stealing their clothing, underscoring moral weight of inheriting another’s labor.
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Syn
Bucklen’s Arnica Salve Praised by J W Jenkins
J W Jenkins of Chapel Hill North Carolina commends Bucklen’s Arnica Salve calling it the best salve the world affords It cured a felon on his thumb and always heals sore burn or wound It sells for 25 cents at Callaway’s drug store.
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Bucklen
J. W. Jenkins
Chapel Hill
N. C
Callaway’s
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