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Newspaper
Connersville Times
Location
Connersville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 09, 1908
Page
3
The piece discusses concerns over concession receipts and fair financing. It notes critics warn against burdens on exhibitors and public funds while supporters defend the event as essential. It mentionsSeekers of subscriptions and the need to evaluate design and seating for attendees.
The article accuses a local preacher of using printer's ink to sensationalize his findings at the grounds. It argues the preacher sought attention and notes the community should not tolerate censuring fair management.
A garbled report discusses price pressures on farm products, farmer distress, and policy debates. It mentions farmers, traders, and market impacts with references to agriculture, credit, and regional issues. The text is incomplete but centers on economic strain and suggestions for relief.
Fragmented OCR notes discuss school book discard plans for next year, advertising needs, and board actions. It mentions state, local officials, and potential supplier or board processes without clear dates or complete names.
A double runaway four miles east of the city damaged two buggies and a horse. Frank Retherford and Lon Strong, returning from church with Miss Claprefi, escaped serious injury as the buggy overturned and the horse ran off. Drs. Bhiet and Paxton in Glenwood narrowly avoided harm from a passing train, with only woodwork damaged.
An advertisement touts Hyomei as a remedy for colds coughs and afflictions like catarrh asthma bronchitis and hay fever. It claims relief within 24 hours and features complete treatment priced at $1.00 with refills 50 cents. A customer from Heldredge Metin reports rapid relief for cold and sore throat.
The education tent at the fair drew many visitors as contests and booths attracted attention. Awards listed include Posey township first in booth display, Harrison township fourth in booth display, and Orange township third. Spelling and drawing contests rewarded multiple residents from Harrison, Posey, Jennings, Waterloo and surrounding townships with first and second premiums.
The Hoosiers defeated the Connersville Shamrocks and Miamisburg Burghers in a high scoring out of town game for the league season. Maxwell and Brinker starred as Hoosiers hitters and fielding highlighted the affair with timely swats and strong defense. The win keeps Indiana’s club in contention for a share of second place with upcoming rematches against Middletown and Krebs.
W A Ennis a Syracuse builder touts Mi o na Stomach Tablets as a cure for indigestion and weak digestion. He claims one week of use restored his health after a year of illness and urges readers to buy a 50 cent box from Green Brothers with a refund guarantee if it fails.
Foley's Honey and Tar cough remedy is promoted as not containing opiates or harmful drugs and deemed safe for children and adults under the Pure Food and Drug Law. S. O. McKennan & Son endorses the product as an approved remedy.
Mrs. R R Early of Lexington Kentucky reports no sickness in her poultry since using Blue Grass Poultry Remedy. She states she will never be without the product while keeping poultry.
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