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Newspaper
Elkhart Daily Review
Location
Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 13, 1908
Page
3
New York experts examine a Java monkey brought from the Clan McDonald voyage, described as a gibbon with a 34 foot tall estimate, long black hair, and an intelligent face, seen as the closest link to Darwin’s theory since the evolution idea emerged.
United States Senator Stephen L. Elkins of West Virginia denounces as untrue an alleged interview claiming no engagement between Miss Katherine Elkins and the Duke of the Abruzzi. He states no such announcement exists either in Europe or America and calls the reports baseless.
Advertisers claim parlor stoves are the latest improved models that resemble ornaments but heat efficiently, use little coal, and require minimal installation. They promise to supply the stove and all accompanying pipes and dampers if you place an order.
Boston notices Senator Henry Cabot Lodge urging a larger navy to deter insults from Japan. He says a strong fleet is the best insurance for peace and cites a voyage around the world as proof that talk of war fades with naval power. In Annapolis, 23 midshipmen resignations are requested after a board found 15 new fourth class and 8 second class members failed September mental tests.
An earthquake lasting about forty seconds was felt last night in the area. Clocks stopped but no damage was reported.
Chicago Board of Trade prices for Wheat Corn and Pork along with Live Stock quotes from East Buffalo N Y. including cash sales for winter and spring wheat and by sample ratios. Also listing residence for sale at 114 South Second Street and a reminder for Tag Day on October 17.
In Chicago the American Meat Packers association opened its third annual convention with 500 to 600 delegates. President James Agar criticized muck-rakers while endorsing a new meat inspector and opposing the Beveridge bill on packers’ costs. Editor McCarthy praised the packer’s value to farmers and the shift to market-based livestock sales. Also notes on cyclone depth from weather bureau and the death of football player William M. Potts after an Oct 3 injury.
Copenhagen October 12 reports a new cabinet with M. Neergaard named premier and minister for defense. The announcement confirms his leadership and key portfo lios in the government reshuffle.
Geo Schaff piano maker offers monthly piano tuning service in Dikhart. Call 656 for appointments and inquiries.
The advertisement touts Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound as highly effective for women's illnesses and claims extensive testimonials from the Pinkham Laboratory in Lynn Massachusetts. It asserts the remedy is made from roots and herbs, is harmless, and has saved many women from surgery by restoring feminine health.
A Milner Georgia woman reports her husband, once given death warnings by ten doctors for heart trouble, improved after using Miles Heart Remedy and Restorative Nervine. The North Georgia Conference later charged him in 1904 as fully recovered and able to work, with the couple urging others to try the medicine and return it for a refund if no benefit.
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