25 Mar 1909
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Newspaper
Greensburg New Era
Location
Greensburg, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 25, 1909
Page
1
A fashion note says milliners expect smaller hats for spring, moving away from oversized winter styles. The hats keep sailor influence with rolled rims and abundant flowers, especially shaded roses, plus touches of gold ribbon. A new feature is a wide ribbon at the sides behind the ears tied in a loose bow under the chin. Black velvet ribbons are common, with few satin colors used.
Mrs Mery A Mercer claims the land drawing winner status in South Dakota and seeks to prove she was wife in name only and had filed for divorce before the drawing. The article notes the vast sum and her bid to contest the relationship.
Report from Shelpyville notes a Pentecost revival where attendees fall under the Power of God. The ceremonial cleansing leads to merchants selling more soap and brushes as people seek purification.
Director Woods of the Maine agricultural experiment station summarizes practical potato growing methods. Emphasizing soil preparation, fertile seed, drainage, liberal fertilization, early insect and blight spraying, weed control, and constant care throughout the season. He notes most failures come from neglect rather than lack of knowledge.
A Boston man predicts solar electric generators built into homes could cut gas bills. The device would cost about $100, last ten years, store sun power for heat and light, and operate while residents sleep, though cloudy days could raise concern. Joe Burton of Oklahoma and Robert Perkins of Bpiceland visited locals.
A cinquepages letter from an elderly, independent man in March Farm Journal laments the hollowness of wealth. He lives for reading and routine, yet mocks the goal of monetary independence as hollow after achieving it, noting his child’s death as part of a sorrowful, unfulfilled life.
A woman confronts a post office clerk about sending a letter to her lover as a tale of social quirks unfolds. The clerk explains the slow pace of letters from jail and the constraints of postage and possible illness impacting communication. A visitor, Ed Pomphrey of Burney, spends Thursday with friends, while chatter includes a note about Miss Ethel Trimole and Miss Claudia in a local context.
Binke the baker laments dwindling sales and drafts a marriage proposal disguised as a buyer for a wife. The humorous ploy clears his pie stock in minutes, while local notes drift through town names, meetings, and small town gossip.
A narrator describes ships bearing exotic treasures from Baxbara Tarkorde and Tyrian dyes. The speaker imagines gifts of perfume musk and rare gems, noting wealth beyond Aladdin and a call to return home with a priceless gift, the gift of song.
McKee and Short acquire Star Laundry and vow to maintain its standard. They pledge to treat all customers equally regardless of color, retain driver Charlie Boyle and the existing workforce, and add Mrs Berthe Turner with ten years of experience. Mr and Mrs Spencer Boyle will assist to start the business in the traditional manner.
Scarlet Fever diagnosed by Secretary Guilefer of the City Board of Health in a five year old, Charles German, grandson of Charles Zoller of West Main Street. The child and his mother, staying in Kansas City Missouri, are isolated in an upper room to prevent spread.
A laundress treated a scorched white waist with elaren and damp sand for an hour, removing the scorch effectively. Mia. Max Haselrigg of Adame visited Thursday with friends for shopping.
Across newspapers a recurring term for a dishonest figure, labeled a boodler, surfaces in discussion of political and public affairs highlighting concerns over corruption and fairness in governance.
A Chisago church opens a silence room for women ill in body or mind to rest without speaking. Pastor calls it a boon for tired souls, while Miss Doug Kitchen from Kingston visits en route to England polia with friends.
Curtis Elkins and his wife experienced a disturbance late at night when suspicious sounds led to an investigation. An unfamiliar figure was seen peering through the transom before retreating into darkness leaving no identifying marks.
In early fashion commentary black dominates opera gowns and fringe decorates outfits. Black chiffon with colored cloth and elk fabrics appears, gold accents stand out, and fringe with soutache and passamenterie trends emerge. Plain tailor mades will be plain yet heavily trimmed, while suede and core fabrics rise in popularity.
A new time card will go into effect and the traction line plus additional trains will be added. The summer schedule has been arranged for the accommodation of the traveling public.
The bureau's entomology program targets injurious insects to discover remedies and share them widely. Economist L O Howard estimates significant U S losses from pests at about seven hundred million dollars annually, affecting crops livestock stored goods and community productivity.
In a colorful column the writer parodies plant breeding on human selection and mocks a Chicago University lecturer who urged a scientifically selected court to judge and exclude, claiming the world is not ready. Wm Stewart of Kingston visited friends. Walter conducted business. Mrs Porter and Mrs Webb Woodfill attended a Greensburg luncheon.
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