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Newspaper
English News
Location
English, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 21, 1908
Page
6
The article argues Peruna contains two kinds of ingredients: standard catarrh remedies and tonic herbs. It asserts Peruna uses well-tried substances with long medical testing and emphasizes chronic catarrh affects nose throat and stomach, with many patients seeking relief from various doctors.
Two Hebrew beggars travel Pittsburg looking for charity but Ike returns empty handed after finding residents poor and hearing two ladies play on one planet. The tale weaves in jokes about absorption literature and a child’s strict colonial era rules, ending with a reflection that contentment beats riches.
A letter extols coffee harms including headaches and nervousness and recounts a family switch to Postum. The writer cites personal relief after replacing coffee, praising Postum as good for health and signalizing the campaign from the Postum Co. of Battle Creek Michigan.
Washington officials move to convert Potomac River flats into a public park with lawns trees and trimmed margins. The project promises shaded walks drives and seating areas offering residents a cooler summer retreat amid the city’s summer charm and pleasant climate.
Buffalo Express reports Republican Taft enjoys strong backing from New York business men who trust his judgment and regard him as best to lead the nation. The piece argues Taft’s stance toward state politics is prudent and that New York will vote solidly for him, signaling broad national appeal.
The late Rt. Rev. Henry Yates Satterlee inspired a memorial project to enlarge All Angels' church at Twilight Park in Haines Falls. The small chapel founded by the bishop in 1895 would be rebuilt in stone as a lasting tribute within the Washington diocese.
A report details a proposed permit to view the Declaration of Independence, which never materialized. The piece recalls the document’s history since 1903 when it was kept in a safe, deteriorating ink and signatures, and a 1903 Hay-led committee urged dark dry storage to preserve it.
The information division of the bureau of immigration and naturalization expands job placements for aliens in farming and labor, distributing 4.1 million aid cards. From February to June nearly 1,000 applicants were redirected nationwide, with 26 nationalities represented and New York and Vermont among the top destinations for farm labor assignments.
The Burlington Free Press argues tariff revision will dominate the campaign. It contrasts Taft’s McKinley style protection for American industries with Bryan’s revenue only duties, suggesting Bryan would open markets to cheap labor while retaining incidental protection from revenue taxes.
The Chicago Evening Post condemns John W. Kern of Indiana for treating his nomination to the vice presidency as a joke. It argues such flippancy shows bad taste and poor politics, risking voter confidence in him and the national party.
Rochester Democrat quips that Henry Watterson may persuade himself he supported Bryan in 1896 if he keeps his current rhetoric. The remark reflects editorial tone about Watterson and party alignment.
The quotation attributes praise to Mr. Bryan as saying the Democrats have been very good to him, asserting the statement as unquestionably true within the incomplete source text.
The piece argues that if Bryan becomes president, he would face relentless demand for patronage from loyal followers. It contrasts his constraint with Clay and Blaine who faced similar pressures, noting Bryan’s broad base and the vast, vocal support surrounding him. It questions the feasibility of satisfying all factions.
Coluers Weekly argues that the United States must maintain independent courts beyond popular mood. The piece predicts possible changes to the Supreme Court under the next president and asks whether Bryan or Taft will appoint higher grade justices. It asserts courts as final arbiters of law should not be made popular by short terms.
The piece contrasts Taft as conservative with firm juristic and administrative experience against Bryan described as radical and impulsive. It argues Taft relies on conscience and history while Bryan changes with occasions. It notes Bryan's overconfidence and cites his $60,000 income as a factor in public perception.
Maude F E Forgie of Leesburg Virginia writes that Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound cured her months of feminine ills and restored her strength She says she felt like a new woman after following the treatment and thanks Mrs Pinkham The ad notes the product has helped thousands of women and invites others to write for advice from Lynn Mass.
The John Church Company Cincinnati Ohio advertises a piano trade plan offering higher value for less money. Listings show various pianos with price cuts from 250 to 800 down to 210, 235, 500, 160, and 170 dollars, plus a note on five rents in amps bringing a desk or piano for vocal use.
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