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Newspaper
Cranbury Press
Location
Cranbury, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Aug 21, 1908
Page
4
The notice promotes a herbal laxative, claiming regular use of Fig Syrup and Elixir of Sennay aids natural bowel function. It emphasizes nourishment, exercise, and patience, urging patients to use the genuine syrup for lasting relief without chemical dependence.
The British Consul at Tamsus notes Fortosa exported camphor totaling 4,121,566 pounds in 1907. Of that, 2,462,393 pounds went to Havre London and Hamburg, 1,636,300 pounds to America, and 33,333 pounds to Madras.
Mrs. James M. Long of Staunton Virginia reports relief from backache and kidney troubles after using Doan's Kidney Pills. In 1903 she said the pills cured her pain and urinary issues, and in 1907 she affirmed she had no kidney trouble since. Sold by Foster Milburn Co Buffalo.
Population of Japan today about 60,000,000 with 1907 figures not yet fixed. Estimates based on thirty year growth suggest accuracy. In five year periods over the past twenty five years, population rose by about 2,000,000. Current native born Japanese in Mikado territory estimated at 49,267,744.
In a concise editorial the Minneapolis Journal argues that proper regulation will let America absorb sufficient overseas labor without excess. It calls for keeping out undesirables and directing arrivals to where they are most needed, trusting numbers to adjust themselves.
The item notes a balloon party where the balloon is said to hate pores and hostesses manage possession. Beyond these facts little happens aside from a few skilled demonstrations by a non professional expert, which makes the gathering tedious as guests argue over croquet hoops or rekindle interest in lawn tennis.
During a U S Supreme Court copyright case a prosecutor offered perforated piano rolls as exhibits. Chief Justice Fuller commented on a roll marked Am I Yo h Kentucky Babe, joking whether it would affect Justice Harlan sitting on the case as the court waived the objection and proceeded.
The piece argues true philanthropy spans all sufferers but highlights the plight of women of good family forced to face work due to adverse circumstances. It cites The Queen’s praise for generosity and N P Willis’s remark on the welcome of a wife, framing social expectations and female eligibility.
An article argues people justify coffee use despite harms and shares a testimonial from a Wisman who switched to Postum after headaches and nervousness. The family reports migraine relief and better health after abandoning coffee for Postum, with promotional lines from Postum Co. and a nod to Reading The Road to Wellville.
A poetic fragment hints at transforming idle whims and inner conflicts into hopeful, symbolic growth. The speaker muses on a strange seed to flower in difficult states, invoking Kendrick Banga and Youth's Companion as imagined anchors for this youthful reflection.
David and Philip endure a fierce blizzard on the farm. They explore fresh snow tracks and discover a large predator’s prints near the woods, prompting a frightened dash back to Old John. The storm clears to reveal a dazzling white world and curious animal tracks.
In a chilly tale from Christian Register, David and Ni lo Philip claim a mysterious creature roamed near the woods. Old John discovers the supposed animal’s huge feet match snowshoe tracks, revealing the culprit as Farmer Brown with a prank.
Mexican Herald notes inland dependence on Tampico river commerce with over 6000 boats on the Tames and Panuco rivers. Vessels 20 to 60 feet haul tropical fruits, earthenware, and farm products from interior Tampico to markets, reloading with goods for haciendas.
A collection of aphorisms advising discipline under divine direction and social duty. It contrasts habitual indulgence with self control, warns against hypocrisy, and notes how reputation and church vitality rise or fall with sincere conduct and steadfast character.
Strangers are surprised by Egyptians occupying excavated tombs turned homes. Children play near tomb doors as chickens roam mud dwellings. A dragaman says these tombs house ordinary citizens and lack tourist value. Cavern rooms stay cool in heat and warm in winter, making them desirable despite eerie history. Mummies and body parts are traded casually among children for small sums.
Announcement from Portland reports a new hotel to be erected on Mount Washington summit to replace the fire-destroyed building. Rail access makes construction feasible, contrasting with earlier mule and manual lifts. The note recalls the original hotel front door once carried up by a woman with molasses jug. Ceylon tea exports rose in late 1907 to about 112 million pounds, up from 107 million in 1906.
In Jellico near Knoxville, a white mob forced about 300 Black laborers from the Kings Mountain and Antras mines. Seventy-one Black workers, armed with safety items, refused to leave while deputies and civilians poured in to protect them. Sheriff Huddleston arrived at night as tensions rose over Black workers in the mines.
Dr Henry Jaffer of Eastern District Hospital Williams burg resuscitated Oscar Culver 39, after he had seemed dead for three minutes. Nurse Miss Josephine Ryan reported the death, the wife arrived to find him breathing again, though recovery is uncertain. Culver lives at 2662 South Fourth Street Brooklyn and suffers from consumption and rheumatism.
An 83 year old farmer living 51 miles north of Rome Ohio died by hanging after a fire and alleged financial losses. He reportedly burned 4400 in currency and his 3000 farm home, then slept in a shed near Macomb County before his body was found. He had been twice married and his second wife was related to a U S Supreme Court official.
John Washburn vice president of Wastburn Crosby Milling Company in Minneapolis says flour costs are rising and will push a fourteen ounce loaf of bread to six cents per loaf, according to Minneapolis bakers.
Governor Deneen of Minow offers six proclamations each declaring a $200 reward for evidence leading to the conviction of those responsible for six violent deaths during the rot at Springheld. The action underscores the state’s effort to curb violence and locate the offenders.
Anton Henleg of 862 Arch Street New Britain Conn died after his neck became caught in a picket fence he was attempting to climb He was sixty seven years old and the incident occurred locally as reported.
Robert Shoaukey, 35, was jailed forty eight hours in Pittsburgh for boisterous conduct at plena. His father died suddenly and officials refused to release him until his sentence ended. He cried out I heape will break and collapsed, dying shortly after.
The notice states that Rear-Admiral Robley Dovans has been placed on the retirement list. It marks the end of his active service and records his retirement from duty.
Watdexile Theatre stage manager William 2 Wan of Four Mile Creek Virginia was fatally electrocuted during the tenth act of the afternoon performance after touching a switchboard. Actress Dora Pelletier attempted to assist Wan and was seriously shocked by the incident.
Western shippers turn to the New York market again as an outlet for their horses, indicating renewed demand and trade activity in the regional horse trade.
Roosevelt forms Commission on Country Life to improve rural social and sanitary conditions. Carter, a Georgia farmer, named by Independence Party for governor. Baldwin airship project receives conditional government approval.
Captain Peter C Hains Jr shot William Annis nine times beside the Bayside Yacht Club in Flushing after a jealousy sparked homicide. Thornton J Hains, his brother, barred a crowd with a pistol as the tragedy was framed as a family matter. Annis died three hours later at Flushing Hospital.
In Lake Champlain near Plattsburg three local women Miss Lucy Perry Miss Sadie Disasway and Lizzie Disasway of New York drowned while bathing with several others. Miss Helen McDougal of this city attempted rescue and became exhausted before dying. the victims ranged from seventeen to twenty-one years old.
J Frank Cordova, once a Methodist minister, leaves Trenton Penitentiary after a three year four month term for desertion. He claims the sentence was the longest and most drastic on a husband for desertion and laments not receiving a pardon.
American athletes won the majority of events in Ireland and France. C W Watson’s entries led Bayshore Horse Show blues. W A Larned defeated R D Little to retain the Eastern Towns tennis title. National Amateur Rowing regatta list received for Springfeld. Michael McGurn, longtime handball figure, died in Chicago after five weeks ill. Prattzheim beat Wilding for Marienbad tennis title in three sets. Great Neck crushed Point Judith in Rhode Island cups. Sorr’s road team beat Vanderbilt’s four-in-hand at Bayshore. E Walker set 100 yards world record in England. Werreshoft beat A Martin in Vermont golf final. Blorlot won flying 600 meters with aero medal. Jerry B. won Kalumago trotting purse. Henry Cartwright dies aged 78.
The August crop report from New York City shows lower than expected wheat and corn yields, with oats suffering the heaviest losses. Statistics indicate a 101,000,000 bushel shortfall from earlier projections, while corn and wheat totals are debated against prior years. Eggs and rice markets face mixed conditions, and European money markets stay steady as Canada reports drought impacts on crops.
The Boston Herald notes an estimate by German authorities valuing a potential European war at 1.5 billion dollars in direct annual military costs alone. It stresses added losses from captured assets, casualties, and economic disruption, urging tempered views on global conflict.
In various countries bakers used heavy granalticea to cheat on weight, sharing thirteen loaves per dozen to dodge fines, a practice noted by The American.
A New York Press remark notes that a Japanese servant, besides eating raw fish, is secretly polite yet never gives notice of leaving. The worker’s performance degrades steadily until dismissal becomes the only option, as the servant aims to avoid directly saying they want to quit.
The New Orleans Daily States notes a global rush to arm by shipbuilding with forty-one battleships, twenty-one armored cruisers, thirteen scouts, ninety-four destroyers, sixty-two torpedo boats and 106 submarines under construction. Britain, France, Germany, Japan and Russia push work.
A 1907 testimonial from Alice L. Dowell of St. Louis credits Culicura Soap and Cuticura Ointment with curing a baby’s pervasive eczenia after a long medical trial. The note shares relief from constant crying and scratching on face and hands, claiming cure in three months. Additional items note Baedeker’s 19th century publication, a Belgium Sunday postage stamp, and Indian relics collection in Kingston, New York.
Illinois capital, with 4200 National Guardsmen on duty, resembles an armed camp as a few outbreaks are quickly quelled. About 2000 refugees flee to Missouri Indiana and Kentucky while the arsenal shelters hundreds of negroes seeking safety.
Ira D Sankey world renowned evangelist singer and hymn author died at his Brooklyn home 148 South Oxford street He had been blind for five years but remained active composing Christian songs and editing his hymnbook Sankey born Edenburg Pennsylvania August 28 1840 He surpassed most preachers in fame with Moody and his hymns translated into many languages across the world
A committee of the American Bar Association drafting an act to amend judicial procedure says laws move too slowly and that punishments are as uncertain as human laws. The report urges faster reforms to reduce delays in the federal and state court systems.
New York State Comptroller Glynn released a report stating that county clerks in Westchester accepted more than $64,000 in legal fees. The finding highlights illicit fee collection by local officials and calls for accountability and reforms.
Mrs F M C Choate seeks divorce in Des Moines. her husband is son of ex Judge William G Choate of New York City. Suffrage leaders dispute claims that voting rights raise insanity. Helen Grenfell named delegate to Amsterdam suffrage meeting. Katherine Stevenson to tour China Japan Hawaii for WCTU. Royal matchmaking notes link Sweden and Russia crowns. New Colorado medical society forms with Lawney Buchanan Guthrie as leaders. Stella Schaffer delivers valedictory at Eclectic Medical College NY. Duchess of Abercorn promotes a model creamery and London hotel rooms. Ian Richmond appointed manager of Magherafelt Gas Works in Ireland. first woman in post.
An article extols Peruna as a strong catarrh remedy with standard and proven ingredients, noting its long use by physicians of various schools. It asserts a broad prevalence of chronic catarrh and the remedys tonic value. Also includes travel tale of a Benton Township bull riding home sixteen miles and a quirky note on the phrase Take down a peg and a bear sighting near Harrim tannery.
The new campanile at St Mark's Church in Venice is expected to be completed by April 1911. About one hundred men are employed, with 3500 bricks laid daily. Bricks are baked twice and soaked in water for a week before use, and the foundation supports a tower as heavy as the finished structure.
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