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Newspaper
Francesville Tribune
Location
Francesville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 26, 1908
Page
1
The Winamac Republican and Tribune laud local farmers for embracing a pickle plant project. They credit area cooperation and anticipate income between crops, noting last year's failures make the venture timely. The piece also highlights a bustling village economy with shops offering bread, seeds, corsets, oil, and harness services.
bn L Moorman outlines a clear state platform at the forthcoming Ein wave convention. He urges a temperance plank, a hospital fund for consumptives, and tax relief while endorsing Governor Hanly. He warns against wavering on the key issues and calls for decisive action by Republicans.
Miss Rose Brandenburg wed August Tigler at the home of the bride’s parents Mr. and Mrs. George Brandenburg with Squire Boesell officiating. The couple will reside on the Thayer farm in Hanging Grove township and begin housekeeping immediately amid greetings from Hanging Grove and Barkley friends.
An editorial argues that anarchists and socialists attack the Church, the basis of Christian civilization, which upholds peace justice order and civic welfare. It warns without religion society would become savage with rapine, lynching would replace trials, and life would be hell on earth.
The Scarlet Fever outbreak, reaching 85 cases with one death, is now controlled by strict quarantines. Health officials including State Secretary J N Hurty and Dr J C Sharrer urged reporting, isolation, fumigation of schools, and public cooperation to prevent spread.
The article describes scarlet fever as a highly contagious illness mainly affecting children under ten though adults can be infected. It notes the contagion can spread via direct contact, clothing, hair, paper, dishes, or discharges and that immunity follows an attack.
The Tribune reports a higher than expected takedown in delinquent subscriptions after a postal ruling requiring current payment. By April 1, only a few names may be dropped, as many readers hasten to settle dues. Readers are urged to check their 1908 status and remit or call before April 1 to stay on the mailing list.
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