23 Apr 1909
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Newspaper
English News
Location
English, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 23, 1909
Page
1
The article complains the dog tax law is unclear and non negotiable receipts lead to double payments. It warns of paying tax on visiting or dually owned dogs and urges owners to comply or risk fines, noting the difficulty for assessors and owners alike. It ends with a note to see Hawkins for dinner and music.
A long critique of a woman’s duties from dress to domestic tasks, from sewing society to motherhood, contrasted with male prerogatives and frustrations. The piece mocks gender expectations, notes household cleaning anxiety, and ends with a vignette of a rural post office delivery clerk’s day.
A large gathering of temperance advocates from most townships in the county created a permanent County Temperance Organization to circulate petitions for a local option election on saloons. The group aims to secure 20 percent voter signatures, noting the county will bear election costs regardless of outcome and urging broad, cross party support.
A string of brief items records residents traveling for business and visiting relatives in nearby towns including English Depauw French Lick and Grantsburg. People mentioned include Charley Miller Mrs G L Balthis Mrs Mayme Poe Emma Green Miss Molly Mitchell John Hollowell and others with occasional commentary on newspaper support in Centerville Maryland.
Description of a first class brick business house in the Opera House Block with room measurements 21 by 61 and about 18 by 90 feet. Intended for Dr F. BR Gobbel, Engineer.
The Engie charge of the M. E. church invites stewards trustees S S superintendents and other officials to report at the third quarterly conference on May 2 and 3. There will be preaching Sunday district superintendent will preach Sunday night conference opens Monday morning at 8 30. All are invited to attend.
Advertisement for Fred. R. Gobbel & Son druggists promoting soda water and fresh pure ice cream. Highlights use of only best syrups and a clean fountain.
An ad promotes Pape's Diapepsin as a quick fix for dyspepsia and indigestion caused by fermentation. It claims relief within minutes by stopping fermentation, easing symptoms like heartburn, nausea, belching, and abdominal discomfort. It urges readers to ask a pharmacist for the $2 Triangole tablet.
Indianapolis April 1. Anti saloon league officials plan to press federal grand jury indictments for illegal liquor sales to curb dry territory. Attorney R C Minton will urge action citing conditions in many counties and warn violators may be imprisoned. The piece ends with a chalked aside on whitewash mixing as a metaphor.
The New Albany Tribune notes a new law creating a state wide uniform bookkeeping system for all public offices. It establishes a chief inspector with deputies and field staff, sets salaries and bonds, requires annual detailed reports, and allows inspections without notice. Offenders face fines or jail. counties bear examination costs.
A moral essay extols stable family life arguing two homes ruin a child and that a gentle husband and devoted wife foster virtues. It praises the home as a nursery for manners and kindness, where patient courtesy and loving acts cultivate happiness and character.
A reflective plea urges husbands to recognize wives sacrifices with praise before death. It warns that unspoken appreciation leaves a hungry heart, dimming love and sparking regret. Sharing tender words can brighten a spouse's life and honor devotion.
Fort Wayne resident S Taylor quotes Watson denying any bid for the Mississippi River Commission seat now held by Judge Taylor. Watson says he will not pursue office under the Taft administration and plans to return to Indiana to practice law. He urges unity and local progress over individual gain.
Announcement notes an annual meeting of Travelers' Association in Asheville North Carolina on May 31 to June 1909. Mentions Southern Railway and individuals J C Beam Jr A G Seed with reference to Core Boone County and a product or brand Aevorite.
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