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Newspaper
Greencastle Herald
Location
Greencastle, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 03, 1913
Page
2
A note states that except Sunday the Star-Democrat Publishing Company operates at 17 and 19 South Jackson Street in Greencastle Indiana. The item records the publisher's address details and exception for Sunday operations.
Phone 65 states terms of subscription at 10 cents a week or 3.00 a year by carriers and by RR.
The article questions Republican rule in the Philippines over 15 years amid slavery accusations, while Indiana politics shift toward Democrats and mayors. Purdue ends tank scrap culture, DePauw’s annual rush persists, and Roosevelt’s 1916 GOP prospects unsettle progressive leaders who fear a Roosevelt bid.
London Field surveys sport and wildlife across colonial Australia. It covers native bustards or wild turkeys, mallee hens, ducks and bronzewly pigeons, plus dense rabbit warrens and kangaroo hunting practices, noting shifts in abundance and hunting methods.
A prehistoric flightless bird named phoyorhe inhabited regions millions of years ago. Fossil evidence suggests a large body size and distinctive feather impressions, indicating a prominent position in ancient ecosystems.
In a curious case readers recalled a coroner's jury returning a verdict of killed by kindness. The unusual phrasing sparked jokes about mercy and motive in local headlines.
Henry Wallorf recalls aboard the Lich tenfels a five day becalmed voyage off Lord North Island with the Radjah under threat from pirate bands. With one pistol and coal as defense, the crew kept discipline until a breeze returned and eventual escape followed. The Radjah later wrecked near Cardiff with heavy loss of life.
A compact excerpt warns against counting wrinkles or summoning doom by harming objects. It cautions that rocking an empty cradle invites a silent death for the next child and that mentioning the devil invites his appearance at death. It also advises gentle actions to avoid trapping a suffering soul in doorways windows and stones.
A modern philosopher quips that making a loud noise earns a warm reception, but fading after the show leaves the crowd silent as thirty cents. The saying pokes at social currency and the value of attention in public life.
Marjorie forgets her purse on a city car and fears she cannot pay the fare. A courteous stranger covers her journey with a nickel, and their brief encounter grows into romance as they later meet again through mutual friends. He reveals he knew her name and asks to call, eventually asking for a lifetime to pay her fare.
Captain Calhoun recalls the Malwa’s perilous voyage through a treacherous rocky channel near Puerto Madryn in Patagonia. The crew fought a wavering vessel with poles, reached a quiet cove, then learned an earthquake in Patagonia had caused the rocks to wobble and threaten destruction.
A veteran Pullman porter comments on tips for small services noting a passenger once tipped him for keeping shoestrings outside shoes. The porter recalls being careful since the tip changed his approach and appreciation from travelers.
The United States Department of Agriculture reports 9 197 employees, a drastic rise from 1867 when it counted 99 workers. The Bureau of Animal Industry alone employs over 3 000. The text notes discriminatory remarks about Irish and Black workers as least favored.
In a humorous exchange from the Boston Transcript a boy named Bobby defines damper in a playful way. He recalls his father saying a man is too damper particular about his feet being wiped.
The Temple of Heaven in Beijing will be converted into a botanical garden due to its floral abundance, reflecting a shift in urban planning and cultural display. The Pekin Daily News reports on the transformation and its implications for heritage and public access.
One way colonist fares announced for Monon Route with travel to Northwest West and Southwest. Sample fares include 39.80 to Portland Oregon Great Falls Montana and 239.15 to San Francisco California via Seattle Spokane and other points. agent J D Ellis listed for details.
A reflective musing declares that a person is indispensable while they have a friend and that lasting value comes from love and being loved. The excerpt underscores the essential nature of friendship in defining usefulness and purpose.
A parent from Prince Albert Cape of Good Hope recalls a night time croup attack in which a large bottle of Chamberlain's Cough Remedy eliminated danger after an hour and twenty minutes. The product is sold by all dealers.
Walter Williams states happiness is a quality of life fostered by helpfulness. Joy grows when people promote the happiness of others, not by pursuing happiness for itself.
Trustees announce weekly office hours for Madison Mill Creek Jackson Monroe and Marion areas. Individuals TRUSTEES WILL STRUBE ERNEST KIVETT BENJAMIN WAS DR BE ETCHESON set weekly times at homes or townships to transact official business. Also offers a full line of household goods with repair service at 719 723 South Main Street.
Physician and Surgeon listed with residence at corner Bloomington and Seminary streets. Office telephone 327, residence 889. Office located in Evans' Block on 24 South Jackson Street.
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