Unemployed Men Describe Mood Beyond Words
Workers facing joblessness speak of a heavy mood that words like psychological low mood fail to capture. The piece explores how absence of work shapes identity and daily life.
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Newspaper
Columbia County Republican
Location
Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1914
Page
4
Workers facing joblessness speak of a heavy mood that words like psychological low mood fail to capture. The piece explores how absence of work shapes identity and daily life.
The text notes a steady job as a fitting graduation gift for a young man. It references Huerta denying moving pictures of his daily routine, implying photographers might have been curious but deterred by his rule and potential thirst.
Henry Ford begins massive layoffs in Detroit with single men dismissed first. Bryan praises Woodrow Wilson for freeing business and supporting industry.
Chicago plans a noiseless Fourth of July featuring Mr. Bryan delivering speeches in public parks. Some residents hold strong opinions about what defines a noiseless Fourth and how such events should unfold.
General Funston called the Mexican sharpshooters firing on an American airplane trivial, noting little chance of anyone being hit. He questioned how such marksmanship would be viewed if aimed at him.
Mitchell Palmer campaigns for senator pledging to stand on a platform endorsing the Wilson administration. He asserts he would also stand on the Baltimore platform but has not yet done so, signaling he will face political reproach to be consistent.
The outlook for Republican gains in the 1915 Congressional and Presidential races brightens. Roosevelt could be a strong unifying candidate, with Taft likely to back him if he cannot win the nomination. Mexican talks stall as Villa rises, with Villa portrayed as a stark contrast to Huerta in his harsh actions against oppressors.
The piece critiques A Mitchell Palmer for calling the state issue Penroseism and questions his fitness as a Senate candidate. It argues his remarks mislead Pennsylvanians, presses him to defend the Democratic record on international treaties Panama Canal, Mexico, and U.S. prestige, and suggests he avoid highlighting party failures.
The piece questions the accountability of a local politician tied to the Underwood-Simmons tariff bill and administration policies. It argues voters will seek a full accounting of stewardship, noting prior policies that led to disaster and predicting a difficult campaign for Palmer amid expectations from laborers and toilers in Pennsylvania.
A historical advertisement touts Dr King’s New Discovery as the best remedy for coughs colds and throat and lung troubles. It claims to stop coughing with the first dose and cites a testimonial from Mr O H Brown of Muscatine Alabama. It markets 50 cent bottles and one dollar sizes as safe for children.
An old Portuguese maritime guide explains sailor rights and harsh punishments. It details how captains may assault, how sailors should seek refuge by the anchor chain, and how self defense is allowed after witnesses. It covers the ship's clerk branding and various punishments for watches and faults.
The Indianapolis News recalls Balfe the Bohemian Girl composer borrowing from others scores. In a Drury Lane rehearsal he faced pages of familiar music and replied with wit. He defended literary pillage as part of art, citing Mozart in the moment.
A short dialogue fragment shows a woman asking about time for self reflection. She answers affirmatively and challenges the notion by asking what glasses are for, hinting at purpose and exchange.
A reflective verse notes how lingering darkness yields transformation as a rainbow appears after heavy clouds. The line suggests hope following adversity and the cyclical nature of weather and mood.
A Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania resident Mrs. Drake of 40 E Fourth St reports a family member relieved from years of backache and lameness after using Dean's Kidney Pills. She notes lasting kidney health improvement and ongoing satisfaction with the remedy priced at 60 cents. Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY advertises the product.
Montreal reports Captain H. G. Kendall of the Empress of Ireland attempted to perish with his ship after the collision with the Stérstad. A railroad official says Kendall, too distraught to recount events, gripped a rail as water flooded the bridge before an explosion freed him. Inquests begin July 9 and resumed hearings at Father Point as 718 steerage passengers fought for survival amid frenzied attacks and knife wounds.
The senate authorized a commission to investigate and report on the site and probable cost of a government armor plate plant. John Harrison and wife of Patterson New York were wounded by Samuel Haynes and taken to Danbury Hospital in Connecticut. John R Early the leper again faces District of Columbia authorities while offering his body to science. US railroad financials show April revenues down over 1 million and expenses trimmed by more than 4 million.
Happy the canine triggers a home fire alarm at Robert Graham's Southington residence. The dog saves the family, and the incident ends with responders arriving as no injuries are reported.
The hearing on a $15,000 damage suit filed by Professor I. Woodbridge Riley of Vassar is scheduled. Proceedings will determine liability and any compensation.
James B. Elton, a New Haven director, testifies as the Interstate Commerce Commission probes the $11,000,000 Rhode Island trolley deal and Morgan and Mellen’s control. He says Mellen dominated meetings, Morgan influenced decisions, and several directors believed the price was too high. Elton admits voting for the Rhode Island purchase despite disapproval.
At 10 o'clock in the morning the sale covers Lot No. 41 on the Jackson and Cripin plot in the North West District Berwick with a store dwelling and barn. The parcel fronts Vine Street forty three feet six inches and extends north east 160 feet to an alley. The lot is bound by Chas Smith ground Michael Sherman ground and Vine Street and was conveyed to Teressa Kromo by Andrew Kromo in 1910. Seized in a suit by United Security Life Insurance against the kromos and tenants.
Desertion divorce notice in Common Pleas court of Ook Co. case No. May Term 1914 directs Jackson Willit Hayman to appear on the fourth Monday of June 1914 to answer Lizzie Hayman petition alleging desertion. Sheriff B F Rice issues the notice. Clyde Charles Vetter is attorney.
The undersigned announce a reorganizational meeting for North Branch Furniture Company Bloomsburg Pa to elect five directors adopt a corporate name and seal and set capital stock. The meeting will be held at ten o clock A M Saturday June 6 1914 at A W Day trustee office First National Bank building Bloomsburg. Attendees include W R Monroe Bessie Monroe H A Hall F Steward Hartman and A W Day.
Tarrytown New York June 3. Fountain square barred for now as Alexander Berkman and L W W plan protests. Officials swear in fifty special deputies to guard the site and keep residents safe while repairs delay demonstrations.
East Liverpool Ohio June 3. John H. Duffy an organizer for the American Federation of Labor is conducting a drive to form a local union among the city public school teachers. Previous efforts months ago were dropped as teachers chose not to join a labor organization.
Advertisement noting that minor injuries like cuts burns and bruises happen anytime and urging use of Dr. Thomas Electric Oil sold by druggists in 250 and 50 cent sizes.
Dialogue from a historical page notes a speaker marveling at Earth's 24 hour rotation lasting 6,000 years and another asks if a method exists to shorten the day. The exchange blends curiosity with humorous bravado about altering timekeeping.
George E. Elwell, chairman of the supply committee, invites bids from the Bloomsburg School District for annual school supplies and for 900 tons of freshly mined Anthracite coal. Details on coal sizes available on request. Bids due by June 1, 1914, with right to reject any or all bids. May 22, 1914.
The auditor for the estate of A. E. Leiby late of Catawissa Township Columbia County Pa will hold a hearing at J R Bibby law office Catawissa Pa to distribute funds in the administrator's hands The session is set for June 18 1914 at 10 o clock in the morning to determine entitlements to the estate funds L C Mensch Auditor
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The page lists medical and legal service notices from Bloomsburg and nearby towns. J J Brown offers eye care, glasses, and artificial eyes on Market Street. Bankruptcy litigation and attorney notices referenceApril 27 dates and local offices. various names and dates appear in stubs from 1900s to 1904.
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