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Newspaper
Greencastle Herald
Location
Greencastle, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 07, 1913
Page
2
The notice lists the Star-Democrat Publishing Company address at 17 and 19 South Jackson Street in Greencastle Indiana as the publisher of the afternoon edition except Sundays.
The state board of accounts urges itemized sworn bills for all payments and disallows erasures on receipts. Indelible ink only, no ordinary lead pencil receipts. 1000-mile transportation books and rail passes banned. cash fares with itemized travel statements required. Public funds oversight tightens controls.
The piece argues that Democrats campaigned for tariff reform for years and faced a betrayed electorate after Republicans passed a favored tariff bill influenced by special interests. It claims lobby investigations exposed the corruption, driving the lobby from Washington and placing the people in control of policy. The author asserts real tariff reform is now certain.
A chronic dyspeptic for years testifies that Chamberlain's Tablets helped more than any other medicine. The claimant is W. G Mattison of No. 7 Sherman St. Hornellsville, N. Y. The ad notes the product is for sale by all dealers.
A reflection on human potential noting that people develop by being endowed with noble qualities and given responsibilities, which raises their conduct and capabilities.
A Missouri porter quotes a paper reference to a man blown up by dynamite. He jokes about the word remains versus remnants while promoting Fletcher's Castoria for children.
Bob Meldrum, a frontier deputy sheriff, is tasked with eradicating cattle rustlers along the Little Snake river on the Colorado Wyoming line near Utah. The region has a long history of outlaw bands and duels between cattle and sheep interests, with Meldrum previously breaking up the rustler army at Baggs.
The Denver News Times notes unusual longevity in various anecdotes. A witness in a will case claims a brother died 150 years ago, supported by family records. Friedrich Theil, 75, from Rauda Saxony, pursues Greek and other languages and studies English, corresponding with top philologists.
Dr. Stein shows a spring tape measure from 1906 found in Eastern Tibet. Dr. Sven Hedin claims the same item, saying he lost it in 1901 near a great lake. The exchange identifies the museum artifact and its long journey.
The article describes a method of warming after cold exposure by taking long breaths with the mouth closed, repeated several times to feel heat return. Deep breathing quickens the pulse, speeds blood circulation, and allegedly prevents colds and related illnesses.
Step by step guidance for applying caustic potash to the center of a newborn calf's horn buds between days two and five. Do not begin after day nine. Use careful handling, absorbent wrapping, and keep potash dry and out of reach to avoid skin injury.
The article argues that when clover or blue grass is scarce, sowing rape provides rapid green pasture for hogs. Pastured hogs gain more flesh, with three pounds extra per same feed and can add weight in cold weather if raised in pens previously. Grass, dairy slops, fruits, and vegetables support growth, along with water and shaded damp ground for cooling.
Stables should be placed where drainage and light exist with ample ventilation. Concrete floors need bedding to prevent bruising. vents remove ammonia and admit air. Avoid direct drafts to prevent illness. partitions should reach floor. manger slants inward to protect knees. Maintain warmth, grit, water, and regular cleaning with disinfectant.
A veterinary test for spavin involves lifting the suspected hind leg near the belly, then dropping it and quickly trotting the horse to reveal sudden lameness before recovery. The piece notes not to breed for ugly disposition and suggests selling such animals to the government or butcher, and advises not to feed garlic or cabbage before milking.
A newspaper column examines Mrs. T. M. Brooks on trial for shooting Mary B. Binford after years of believing her husband would return to the home. It questions whether women may plead an unwritten law, and asks readers to decide if a wife may endure heartbreak for children or seek vengeance.
Tiny woolen woven nightgowns with a drawstring bottom for snug feet. They are warm practical and rinse daily without ironing. Ensure a warm blanket and draft protection for the crib while the window is open at night.
Instructions note that tar on clothes should be treated with butter or lard rubbed over spots, then washed with soap and water. Apply all turpentine and let sit for one hour, wash again to remove tar. For hands, rub with fresh orange or lemon peel and wipe dry immediately.
A guide advises using the largest possible funnel in the spout when steaming velvet. This creates broad steam distribution over the fabric surface and speeds up the process.
The article outlines planting seasons by region with spring and fall windows and notes irrigation and rainfall influence. It traces strawberry origins from the Chilean Fragaria chiloensis and eastern North American Fragaria virginiana, highlighting the Chilean plant as the industry burden and the garden strawberry as an American product adaptable to broad climates.
The system uses single rows set 4 feet apart with plants 12 inches apart. Runners occupy 6 to 9 inches beside original plants creating a matted row 12 to 18 inches wide. 30 inches between rows allows cultivation and fruit gathering. narrow spaces reduce to 18 inches on thin soil to maximize returns. Wood ash or charcoal aids bone development in pigs when fed with corn and bran.
A chaise lounge or porch reclining chair in two sections splits almost in half to form two chairs when not needed for lounging or when the porch hosts guests.
Monon Route colonist one way fares announced on sale from September 25 to October 1 1 inclusive to Northwest West and Southwest points. Fares include 39 80 to Los Angeles Calif 39 15 to San Francisco Calif 39 80 to Spokane Seattle Portland Great Falls and other points. For information contact Monon Route agent.
A Goethe quotation notes that for routine life judgment suffices and studies aim at nothing more, yet such life dulls the ability to recognize extraordinary daily duties. It adds that a careful map serves the individual but little for the wider public.
A boy in Prince Albert, Cape of Good Hope, narrowly escaped danger after a croup attack in the night. His family used Chamberlain's Cough Remedy per directions, and after an hour and twenty minutes the danger passed. The remedy is sold by all dealers.
A Yonkers Statesman snippet quotes a needy tramp told by a kitchen door woman that this is his third visit for food. He admits unemployment with a wry remark about a lucky star guiding him through hardship.
A playful dialogue imagines Miss Skylight choosing a life path. The Professor urges journalism, but she proclaims a grand dream of a world changing life work, then the response declares she is born to be a milliner.
Madison Township trustee WILL STRUBE posts at his residence office every Wednesday and Saturday to transact township business. Jackson Township trustee BENJAMIN WAALS will be at his office in Jackson Township each Friday for official duties. Monroe Township trustee D BR ETCHESON will be at Bainbridge every Wednesday to conduct township business.
Marton Township notices schedule indicating the official will be at the residence in Marios Township on Fridays and at Fillmore on Tuesdays to transact office business. The brief sets routine for public access and official duties.
Local store Riley's Second-Hand offers a full line of household goods and furniture repairs. Located at 719 723 South Main Street, contact via phone 124 for purchases and repair services.
W M McGAUGHEY physician and surgeon located at Evans Riecks 24 South Jackson Street office phone 27 residence 38 percent details indicate a local medical professional listing with contact points in Evansville area.
Thirty dental surgeries for school children in Sweden show marked improvement in oral health and overall condition, with great benefit reported from the program.
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