11 Mar 1909
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Newspaper
Greensburg New Era
Location
Greensburg, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 11, 1909
Page
1
A summary of Edward Reeves's Brown Men and Women shows how trust in appearance misleads consumers. Natives reject a brand with a dragon's head label despite the product inside. only a label with a fat ox or sheep persuades them to buy. The case highlights the impact of labeling on choice.
The piece notes how individuals measure themselves against the world as the axis of earth seems to project into each yard. It cites Wendell Holmes and Washington Irving comparing pomp and self-regard, and recalls a diplomat praised by his peers for grand self‑image.
A Secatur county statesman travels to the capital to urge Governor Marshall to act in line with the Democratic Party. In a formal audience the governor replies that as governor he serves all people and will sign or veto bills based on merit, not party. The visitor leaves quickly by train.
A quirky design featuring Billy Possums and a pine motif aims to banish recall of Teddy Bears. The illustrated figure, described as toothsome sweet potato themed, appears as a playful decorative concept.
Mrs Hollady of St Louis, holder of the largest stock, is elected president of a Missouri railroad and the line shows prosperous operations under her leadership.
Dr G Co Throckmorton of Piqua Onto, aged sixty five, rode three horses in relay from Sidney to Troy and back, twenty miles each way totaling 120 miles in thirteen hours forty five minutes. The feat is celebrated as a famous victory though its profit is questioned.
A legislative bill in Illinois would ban easy divorces and impose jail terms for spouses who falsely state facts to obtain licenses. Backed by Episcopal and Catholic church leaders in Chicago, the measure aims to tighten unlawful divorce practices statewide. Meanwhile RO Shoffus says a Western Protective Association agent will visit the city today to gauge losses and offer salvage goods to the public at a future sale.
A Missouri notice advertises a program offering a $250 cash prize or six years of college credit earned by one student in each county by September. Applicants may choose their school, with no money required, and must address Morton A. Pemberton, Jefferson City.
A local contributor from Decatur county presents a recipe titled as you balance dressing. Heat a cup of vinegar to boiling then whisk in two eggs beaten well with a teaspoon of sugar one teaspoon of mustard a pinch of cayenne a pinch of salt. Stir in butter and cream until smooth instructed to beat until creamy.
Critics praise Henry B. Hart’s production of The Lion and the Moons at the Ellt Opera House as a high standard staging of a present day prince drama. The cast and scenery garner increasing interest and support from local audiences.
George A Felrow of Wabash and Mrs Orla Griffin are named as fit candidates for tar and feathers for deserting their spouses and families. Felrow left a wife and six children while Griffin left a husband and three children to go away together.
Arthur D. Austin, a deserter from the army, was arrested in Shelbyville on information from his sweetheart who betrayed him. He has been turned over to authorities in Philadelphia and awaits a court martial in Greensburg News Shelbyville edition.
Charles Turner and his wife sue the poker room owners claiming about 700 dollars taken from Turner while in Newcastle. They allege the winnings came from money belonging to Mrs Chas Turner and were withdrawn without the wife's consent.
A married couple argued heatedly during an evening dispute about in law remarks. The wife condemned backbiting toward her father-in-law while the husband asserted his rights. The quarrel continued from 8 p.m. to 11 30 p.m. with no resolution reported.
A blizzard halted Washington events as the inaugural service was moved to the senate chamber due to a severe storm that froze streets and disrupted telegraph lines. Elizabeth Ratchback traveled to North Vernon Thursday evening.
The Connersville Courier reports on county workers installing new gan stove units at $18 each versus $45, with plans to install a general heating plant before the commissioners leave office. It notes a former brewery driver, now unemployed after a dry victory, finding farm work and suggests others depending on liquor will seek wholesome employment as the county improves.
George W. Jackson, organizer and promoter of the Bix Six Typo graphical Uniten, believed himself going blind and threw himself in front of an express train leaving his wife and baby in scanty circumstances. Jim Caster was conducting the Espy Honee during the flineas of Mrs. Eepyte considering a location in Oklahoma and will start a prospecting trip soon. Ed Fee of Clarksburg spent Thursday here with friends while transacting business.
A Shelby County farmer rejects a Semocrat’s insinuation that Shelbyville saloons draw country trade. On the day of the remark half the farmers from the Biua river vicinity drove to Franklin to purchase, noting Franklin hosts a vending scene without saloons.
Mrs. Maggie Brodewig of Terre Haute seeks a one year divorce noting marital strife and contempt. She claims distress from an unfriendly husband while he lives on boarding house food and prunes, contemplating reform while facing alimony and boarding expenses.
Trueblood of Earlham University, his associates in the college faculty, and the Franklin Star all weigh in on his voting remark. The paper says it was unwise for the professor to publicize how he voted, noting the resulting discomfort among colleagues.
Conductor on the I and C traction line to enforce sobriety as prohibition spreads into Fayette and Rush counties. Shelby county reads a tight race in the local option vote with liquor interests contesting the outcome. Mentions of civic attitudes, voter deliberation, and nearby funeral attendance accompany brief rural notices and a birthday greeting in Batesville.
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