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Newspaper
Goshen Daily Democrat
Location
Goshen, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 30, 1908
Page
2
A compare and claim advertisement touts P. G. Naphtha Soap as whiter firmer and longer lasting than rival naphtha soaps. It emphasizes absence of resin and superior hardness proving durability and economy, noting it is sold in most city grocers.
In a recent interview John Bigelow discusses tariffs, recalling Roosevelt Cleveland and McKinley. He argues patriotism and union preservation propelled protectionist policies, condemning tariffs as a poisonous stimulant likely to fail and harm long term users.
Annie Mack Berlein, famed for Bridgit Lochmuller and Gretchen in Rip Van Winkle, returns from Australia to join Joseph Jefferson in Father Vaughan's A Woman of the West at the Jefferson Theatre New Year's night. She has long been recognized as a leading versatile character actress on the American stage.
A Goshen Indiana column questions current legal ads for bank deposit security and argues that individuals face risk, urging legislation fair to people and corporations alike to protect public funds.
The text argues that the Democrats in Indiant nui should ignore hostile newspaper commentary about Governor Afar and any pretense of future plans. It asserts the public will see actions only after they occur, not from prior statements.
The year 1480S marked the worst railroad year in U.S. history since 1895 with a sharp drop in construction. Orders for cars fell by more than half from the prior year and total cars built reached only 27 percent of 1907 output as 24 roads entered receivership or went into hands.
An advertisement extols Dr Miles Heart Cure as a tonic to strengthen weak hearts weakened by illness anxiety and overwork. A testimonial from Mrs F J Norton of New York credits Heart Cure and Miles Nervine with improving her breathing nerves and overall health. The ad urges readers to consult their druggist for Miles products from Miles Medical Co. Indianapolis.
The Shakespearean star William Owen is engaged as a principal supporting actor for Donald Robertson’s season. He has led his own company in notable roles including Othello and Richlelieu, and shines in Carla Goldini's A Curious Mishap. The Robertson Players perform Saturday at the Jefferson with acclaimed acting.
Miss Caroline Locke returns in Girl at the Jefferson next Monday night where she has starred in fifteen prominent roles. Critics praise her as one of the sharpest elocution spinsters on stage and note her fine clothes and touks in multiple characters including Lady Panunchestown and Mrs Asterbilt among others.
Floyd Culp continues to improve from typhoid fever. Mrs. Belle Miller shows slight improvement after injuries from a fall yesterday. A son was born Monday morning to Mr. and Mrs. Grover C. Maurer of two miles east of the city on the Ft. Wayne road. "The Witching Hour" company traveled to Michigan City this morning. The Smith Clark Co Undertakers is located at 671 with phone 371.
A powerful earthquake triggers massive tsunamis that bury coastal towns killing thousands of soldiers and civilians. Lighthouses are toppled and dragged into the sea as officials warn of aftershocks and widespread destruction.
Rome dispatch reports a catastrophic quake sweeping Messina Reggio Palmi Cassano Cosenza and coastal towns. Thousands dead with entire cities ruined as ships hospitals and relief teams converge. nations pledge aid and a national relief committee forms.
An American consul and his wife in Messina Sicily are reported dead in the earthquake disaster per a telegram received by the State Department via Malta. Dispatch by Stuart Lupton American vice consul Messina indicates both consuls perished.
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