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Newspaper
Connersville Curier
Location
Connersville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 06, 1909
Page
6
The columns joke about current trends and social mores as summer arrives, noting indolent heat, indoor activities, and lighter public discourse. It touches on college, marriage licenses, rumored emigration of Abdul Hamid, and critiques wealth's moral effect while lampooning topical figures and fashions.
The passage notes public anger in Servia amid unsettled state affairs and growing discontent that could bring mass demonstrations or upheaval across the kingdom.
Chicago researchers describe mythomania as a disease of excessive lying. The term distinguishes pathological deception from ordinary fabrication and aims to classify behavior across patient studies and clinical observations.
The sultan Abdul Hamid repeatedly sent millions abroad to be deposited in foreign banks whenever his throne seemed unstable. He favored banks in nations where the people rule, reflecting a strategy tied to his political precariousness.
The piece notes humanitarians in London showcasing humane slaughter practices and questions whether a method exists to make tough beef tender for ordinary diners. It frames the inquiry as a public interest challenge about meat quality and ethical treatment.
After his wife dies from lockjaw following a Fourth of July shotgun wound, a Kansas City man pledges to devote his life to combating criminal greed at the root of murder. The report notes there are many others affected.
A Detroit boy tested kerosene by filling his mouth and dropping it onto a lighted match. The act, done out of youthful curiosity, ended with a lasting lesson for him, while the majority of boys perform similar stunts at others’ expense.
The passage notes literature as exacting and ungrateful, saying Dickens supplied energy and talent that would have supported descendants. It laments grandchildren now must accept a weekly bounty of 2.50 dollars from the British government.
Emperor William's new German yacht Meteor outperformed Germania in a testing breeze, marking a significant naval design advance in German yacht building. Germania had earlier beaten by a close race, but Meteor's final win showcased improved performance and craft.
The report says Philippine head-hunters are yielding to civilization, which should reassure investors in the archipelago. Yet native warriors must still be watched as they may lapse into crime, similar to the North American Indian in history.
President asserts no deception behind the leather timetable and that the final conference revision, approved before introduction, cut duties on boots and shoes and offered lower rates for goods from hides. Western senators press for adherence to the agreed schedule as Aldrich acts to avert GOP revolt.
Grace Viviano aged five and Thomas Viviano aged two and a half are held for 25000 dollars in St Louis. A demand letter warns of death if the sum is not paid. Police arrest five suspects as detectives sweep the Italian quarter but no children found. Parents fear the Black Hand is behind the abduction.
Municipal Judge John C. Scovel and four others narrowly escaped death when their car sped off a Desplaines river bank south of Wheeling. Belden Jones steered toward a tree, preventing a plunge into the water.
Seven year old Martin Mc Gaugh died when struck by a car driven by Fred Roberts son of J Fred Roberts a horseman in Denver. The incident occurred on August 3 and the victim was identified as a local child.
Clayton J. Bailey longtime managing editor of the Sioux City Tribune died suddenly in Minneapolis on Monday. He previously worked on St. Paul and Minneapolis papers for many years in journalism.
Washington reports Rev Dr John G Butler pastor of the Luther Place Memorial church and leading US Lutheran figure died at home from heart failure Monday at age 83. Father of prominent church work, his death ends a long career in religious leadership.
Confusion grips Osaka after a 25 hour fire. Thousands homeless and hungry as relief struggles to meet demand. Banks, the world’s largest Buddhist temple, stock exchange, museum, government buildings and factories burned. Casualties undetermined with hundreds injured. Insurance fears loom. Water drought hindered firefighting.
In St Paul Minnesota the anticipated statewide ban on cigarettes fails to curb demand as smokable products remain legal to buy and sell. Dealers report a brisk rush before the closed season with discounts on 15 cent packs and three for two cent deals. Buyers scramble for bargain tobacco while brands and papers stay lawful under the new law.
Eleven deaths and 26 prostrations marked the year’s hottest day as a thunder storm briefly cooled the city. Property losses were reported amid the extreme heat and related accidents.
Boston prepares for a large exercise with 16 000 participants and 9 000 opposing guards from New York New Jersey Connecticut and the District of Columbia. Massachusetts will field 7 000 militia troops plus three companies from the Fighting Tenth regiment, the Black unit stationed at Fort Ethan Allen.
Washington reports the tariff bill headed for Senate action after a long heat soaked House session. The House approved the report 195 to 183 amid speeches. Twenty Republicans opposed the report while two Democrats Broussard and Estopinal voted for it.
Noah R. Marker former assistant cashier of First National Bank was arrested at his Tipton home after fleeing for a week. He pled not guilty and waived examination in Muncie with $10,000 bond for a federal grand jury in Indianapolis. He was released after local business leaders signed security for up to 225000. Marker said he had been fishing in Missouri to celebrate his thirty fifth birthday. He refused to discuss the bank affair or cash allegedly taken.
New York. John A. M. Heydler, secretary treasurer of the National League, arranged for the funeral of Harry C. Pulliam the president who killed himself. Pulliam likely to be buried in Louisville. His last act was to direct club presidents to stop half mast flags in memory of recent deaths.
Laporte Indiana Mrs John Jernet mourns husband who died recently by swallowing Paris green in an apparent suicide. Lida Barnes of Kingsbury died by a self inflicted gunshot in Lawton Michigan instantly after losing her only daughter.
Helen Bauer twenty of Chicago completes ascent of Mont Blanc with notable mountaineering feat.
London reports that revolutionaries in Barcelona have proclaimed a republic while Montjuich fortress fires on rebel districts. Madrid notes loyal recruits respond to calls, with travel bans on military-age individuals and bans on foreign papers. Paris cites reassurances but warns of unrest spreading toward Bilbao and sanctuary suburbs.
Twelve dead and about seventy five injured after a head on crash of two electric trains on the Coeur d Alene and Spokane line at Coldwater Idaho Saturday evening. Victims include Orville Puerbaugh Elkheart Ind and W J House Scotia Wash among others from eastern states bound for Spokane to register for the Indian land opening.
Savannah Ga Hotel Tybee on Tybee Island burned with 100 guests fleeing in night attire. Loss estimated at 100000 dollars. Authorities investigated the fire as a seaside resort disaster.
The Pierce-Arrow car No. 9 driven by W. Fef won the Glidden trophy ending the American Automobile Association reliability tour in Kansas City Missouri. Winchester achieved a perfect score in the event concluding Friday.
The YMCA conference in Germany discussed work among soldiers and sailors of all nations. Prince Bernadotte of Sweden presided, guiding discussions on supporting military personnel through youth and community programs.
The reminiscence describes Mrs Jefferson, deeply mournful after her husband’s death. Neighbors recount her sorrow and routine, with one noting her crying around the house and occasional moments of discipline for Eben as she recalls his father.
George notes Miss Passay claims she has never been kissed. Harry admits kissing her in the past, but she says not since she can remember.
A Sports of the Times writer notes Japan adapts Hamlet with novel touches to rival Western theater. In Kobe the melancholy Dane appears in a university student uniform then a bright blue suit with striped stockings on a bicycle. The king dons a Japanese noble robe then a swallowtail coat. Ophelia wears a kimono and woos in a Parisian style.
Five colleagues visited the clerk after hearing tales of a vast garden. They found a tiny yard measuring about 12 by 10 feet, yet the clerk swore its height stretched to the sky, proving his boast was grander than reality.
A Richmond Virginia woman credits stopping coffee with reversing years of illness. After using Postum and then Grape-Nuts she reports weight gain, restored sight in one eye, renewed memory, and the ability to walk longer distances without fatigue.
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