Notice of Commissioner Sale of Real Estate
The commissioner in Pulaski Circuit Court case John Kruger et al as Emmett Kruger et al No 7210 will sell at private vendue on May 18 1908 in Winamac Indiana the NE quarter of the NW quarter and N half of the NE quarter of section 2 township 29 north range 4 west with terms one third cash one third in 12 months and one third in 38 months at 6 percent interest secured by mortgage and sale of the described real estate. C W Barker Commissioner dated April 29 1908.
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Pulaski
John Kruger
Emmett Kruger
Wneller
Winamac
Indiana
Pulaski County
C. W. Barker
Clip Your Horses at J W Boltz Barn and Co Advise
An 1897 disease note references stomach and bowels with Kodol bought in 1902 for lasting benefit. A lengthy testimonial wishes longevity and prosperity to C N Cornell of Roling Ga. Also promotional lines for Kennedy's Laxative Cough Syrup claim prompt gentle bowel action and relief of cold inflammation. Sold by Blue Front Drug Store.
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Boltz
Francesville
He. CO. DeWitt & Co
Chicago
Georgia
C. N. Cornell
Roling
Blue Front Drug Store
Kennedy
DeWitt
Cham berlain's Liniment for rheumatism relief
Most rheumatism cases arise from muscle strain due to cold damp weather and need no internal treatment. Apply Cham berla ins Liniment free to relieve pain and soreness quickly. Price 25 cents small 50 cents large. Sold by City Drug Store. DeWitt's Little Early Risers liver pills sold by Blue Front Drug Store.
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Chamberlain
City Drug Store
DeWitt’s
Blue Front Drug Store
Porter’s Store Offers Egg Exchange for Merchandise
Porter’s Store will take eggs in exchange for merchandise at the highest market price. Citizens can trade eggs for goods with fair value offered.
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Porter’s
Death Was On His Heels In 1906 Pneumonia Close Call
Sesse P. Morris of Skippers Virginia recounts a near fatal pneumonia attack in spring 1906. He credits Dr King's New Discovery with a rapid recovery after two and a half bottles and endorses it as the best remedy for coughs and lung disease. Available at E Tillett's drug store 50c and 1 and a free trial bottle. Kodol is praised for dyspepsia digestion and related headaches sold by Blue.
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Sesse P. Morris
Skippers
Dr. King
E. Tillett’s
Alligator Encounters Stoked in Harpers Article
In a Harpers piece A W Dimock describes hunting alligators as a sport and danger, detailing patient river journeys to the animal’s bed, cautious observation from a skiff, and the tense moment when the alligator returns to shore within inches.
English Money Lenders and Clergymans Encounter
A London clergyman resisted offers from usurers after a £250 loan proposal. A follow up letter requested rent and life insurance details, then a London meeting was declined. A registered £250 in notes and a repayment offer arrived, but the solicitor recovered the notes after delays and costs. The piece closes with a plug for DeWitt's Kidney and Bladder Pill and a subscription prompt.
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London
London Globe
Reminiscences of Booth Terry and Irvine in Othello
Ellen Terry recalls the 19th century Othello with Booth, Irvine, and Walkley. She praises Booth’s Desdemona and Irvine’s moving Iago while noting the three stars alternated roles during six weeks of performances and shared the stage in changing parts.
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Booth
Ellen Terry
McClure
Desdemona
Cassie
Henry Irvine
Iago
Lleury
Iage
Henry
Mr. Walkley
Devil
Othello
Roderigo
Isis Iago
Romeo
Land Leech Menace in Ceylon Reported
The Indianapolis News describes land leeches in Ceylon that cling to bushes, grass, stockings, and undergarments. They grow from half an inch to three inches and can be removed by squeezing lemon drops, which causes them to drop off.
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Ceylon
Indianapolis News
Theophile Gautier Secures Notable Engagement For Desdemona
Theophile Gautier helped a blond young woman with little talent obtain a role at the Theatre Historique during rehearsals for Othello. She rushed into his library to say they planned to cast her as Desdemona, a part she deemed contemptible.
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Theophile Gautier
Theatre Historique
Gautier
Desdemona
The Lesser Evil Dialogue in London Scraps
In the London Scraps item, Tommy heckles Jimmy as they hurry home. Jimmy explains his mother plans a spanking if he delays, and Tommy expresses surprise at the reason for the rush.
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Tommy
Jimmy
London
Three Years Behind the Guns on Signal Watch
In a St Nicholas tale, a young sailor on signal watch faces inflexible discipline after the admiral’s barge approaches. An ordnance officer berates him for not reporting what he saw, threatening the brig for disobedience before later offering guidance and a chance to reform.
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St. Nicholas
Dorn
Awkward For Sanderson in the Family Album
Sanderson visits Simpkins and views the family album. Simpkins pontifically identifies each portrait including his wife’s second cousin’s Aunt Susan and his own youthful self claiming to be his wife’s first husband. The banter reveals Simpkins’ humor and a mistaken widow remark.
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Sanderson
Simpkins
Susan
James
Scott
London Telegraph
The Many Names for Mother Across Languages
A compact linguistic note traces the word mother in diverse tongues. It lists forms such as em in Hebrew, madre in Spanish, mere in French, mater in Latin, moder in Danish, and матер in Russian, illustrating how a universal concept varies in sound across cultures.
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Madr
Matr
Madre
Moder
Sweden
Mate
Matiair
Origin and spread of the orange across regions
The orange originated in northern India and spread to western Asia and Europe through Arab traders before the 9th century. Cultivation began in Hindustan and later carried by Arabs to southwestern Asia, then Africa, Spain, and possibly Sicily amid expanding conquests.
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India
Asia
Europe
Americas
Hindustan
Africa
Spain
Sicily
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W. Boltz
Baryton
Rome
Pelote
Seneca
Venguer
Rubicon
Mastoc
Sir Joseph
Dan Lea
Putepie
W.B. Corsets
T. W. Kelsey
State Bank Block
Tom
West Pike
Guy Drake
L. E. Burson
E. Eisenhart
Indiana Veterinary College of Indianapolis
Medaryville
Grain Market
Jacob Myers Elevator Co
J. W. Boltz
Death
Blue _Front Drug Store
THE
Allisator
Tia
Brute
A. W. Dimock
Harpers
Booth, Irving and Terry
Orange
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