Trust and ambition in journalism and public life
An essay voice argues the press is the country’s biggest trust, stretched across every city, with tiny profits for owners yet broad influence for readers. Governor Pingree urges reforms, urging leaders to resist corruption and favor popular representation. The piece links focus and specialization to success in life and achievement.
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Exchange
Pingree
Michigan Club
Republic
Follow the flag and the Republic never retreats
A quotation attributed to Senator Beveridge extols unwavering defense of the flag. The message claims divine guidance behind national expansion and liberty, citing battles from Trenton to Manila as evidence of a Greater Republic advancing through history.
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Republic
Orient
Trenton
Valley Forge
Saratoga
Crimson Seas
Buena Vista
Chapultepec
Gettysburg
Missionary Ridge
Santiago
Metal Column Contains Thousands of Individual Pieces
A newspaper column notes a sizable collection of ten to fifteen thousand metal pieces. It adds a tip to not overly fault the printer if a letter is found upside down or misplaced amid the assortment.
Obstructing Highways and Ways to Help the Living
An exchange urges motorists to yield to faster traffic when possible and cites state court rulings. The piece then shifts to a moral exhortation from the Pythian Sun, urging kindness to widows and orphans and to support the living with compassion and cheerful conduct.
Compulsory School Attendance Law Prompted by Legislature
The recent legislature enacts compulsory education for ages six to fourteen, with a minimum six month term. Critics argue the term starts too early, noting studies favor delaying actual schooling until age eight and twelve. Penalties include fines up to twenty five dollars and ninety days in jail. Enumerators must record birth dates and locations and obtain sworn statements of accuracy.
Indiana Public Library Commission Created For Traveling Libraries
An Act concerning libraries establishes a Public Library Commission to manage traveling libraries, set loan rules, and provide security measures. It authorizes a $3,000 appropriation for books and equipment, with libraries and associations eligible to use traveling libraries under commission rules. It also allocates $500 annually for clerical support and travel expenses, and allows libraries to seek commission advice.
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General Assembly
Indiana
Public Library Commission
Gaid Public Library Commission
Commission
Citizens Library Association
Pomutieeton
Beggs Gherry Gough Syrup Promoted by Opera Drug Store
A cautious mother notes Opera Drug Store keeps Beggs Gherry Gough Syrup on hand for quick child relief. Delays in treatment can be dangerous for croup. the ad urges prompt purchase to avoid urgent trips to a drug store.
Lake Erie & W March Two Step by Rud Knauer
A popular march titled Lake Erie and W March by Rud Knauer is noted. The sheet music promotional note mentions a 15 cent postage duty and directs readers to Indianapolis for copies.
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Lake Erie & W
Knauer
le E Indianapolis
Ind
Trustworthy persons sought to manage business locally
Advertises for trustworthy individuals in this state to manage business in their counties. Office work from home with a fixed salary of 900 dollars yearly plus monthly 75 dollars expenses. Respond with self addressed stamped envelope to Herbert K. Hess, President, Department Mu, Chicago.
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Herbert K. Hess
Prest
Chicago
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