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Newspaper
Greensburg New Era
Location
Greensburg, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 15, 1908
Page
6
A garbled account depicts Republicans anxious over President Roosevelt and Democrats dominating the political stage. It suggests panic among GOP leaders at the prospect of him campaigning, while claiming the public senses their fear and turmoil.
National Chairman Cohanne B. Jones reports unprecedented activity as Prohibitionists project about 100 candidates into state legislatures in Illinois Minnesota Iowa Indiana West Virginia Pennsylvania and New York. They claim strong showings in Illinois Minnesota Iowa and Missouri primaries and push debates to highlight opposition to existing liquor laws.
The piece argues Taft's plan to back bank deposits risks savings bank status, noting the post office should not deposit without a guaranteed return. It contrasts government guarantees with private bank depositories and claims Republicans cannot answer Democratic criticisms.
The piece pairs a moral reflection on love and wisdom with brief social notes. It asserts love enriches the soul and wisdom grows with affection, then reports on local illnesses and visits including Little Rachel Mowrer’s absence, Mildred Owene’s convalescence, and Ed Harmon’s visit from Millhousen.
The notes discuss poultry diseases to avoid, dairy quality and sales, buying gears and engine size for economy, testing clover and alfalfa seed for vitality, feeding sheep and crushed fodder, corn growth in heat, livestock farming profitability, and the value of alloying for dairy cows and fattening stock.
To deter a horse from chewing, wash the manger and rope with tar. This must be done with a stiff brush or broom to apply the tar safely and effectively.
A Farm Journal note warns against forgoing proper care and investment in seeds, stressing that without diligent attention and returns, spending on costly seed is pointless. The message emphasizes value in careful management and expected gains from backed cultivation practices.
A readable reminiscence recalls the wedding of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Logan forty four years ago on a Hobbs property with friends present. Uncle Henry reputed mischief and now grown tranquil as a stock sale unfolds. Party guests express affection with refreshments and gossip as the couple’s enduring partnership is celebrated.
Mise Marguerite Keeler, playing Lady Evelyn in A Stub born Cinderella, advocates dress reform as a balance of comfort and propriety. She argues for a medium between restrictive fashion and modern practicality, praising short skirts with fitted waists and knickerbockers as sensible, graceful, and modest options.
Miss Fiorrie Hunter returned Saturday evening from a visit with relatives at Tipton. Mrs Vernon Moore arrived Monday evening to be the guest of her sister Miss Pfaffenberger.
A string of small town visits and social rounds continues as Jonn Couiry his wife from Waynesburg stop Monday to shop with friends. Other locals including Wu Starke Newpoint Tarplee Clarkeburg and Samuel Cano Harteville are noted in similar visits and business talks.
The piece argues that marriage requires sacrifices and that modern bachelors may resist small comforts. It suggests couples should settle quietly into early married life to build a real home, noting weekend trips and gifts distract from forming a lasting nest. It emphasizes that home life takes two and the first years shape the lasting home.
The Democrats of Clay township gathered at Burney last Saturday to select the next trustee and assessor. Reports note Cal Wright Ed Burney Mort Messenheimer and others involved with campaign moves and local candidate visits across the area.
The Western campaign strategy centers on an Indiana style political machine with precinct canvassing, polling at 60 30 and final stages, and extensive volunteer networks. It details state county and precinct chairs, poll takers, and a vast voter reach aimed at strengthening the Taft campaign nationwide.
Mrs Lizzie Overleese and Paal Booth were Greeneburg shoppers Friday. Ned Bewley and family are moving to C O Pattons farm east of Bethesda. Ten visitors at the high school Friday heard a most excellent program. W T Crawford and witter were in Rushville Thursday. Madam Mandy Darnell Sarah Pherson and Flossie called on Mrs Em Howell. George Power and Emma Howell shopped in your city Monday. Burke and daughter near Spring Hill spent Sunday with Ed Burke and wife. Myrtle Sharp Monday afternoon employed in a store in Indianapolis. Joe Sandere and wife of Newburg spent Monday here with relatives while transacting business.
The Fighting Parson portrays a Doctor of Divinity who works in the slum districts of a great city. W F Mann presents the melodrama at Greensburg on October 28 with John A Prestor in the role of Parson and Lida Hall in the principal comedy part.
A discussion urges wives to study household history and methods rather than treating marriage as end of learning. It argues home management deserves serious study alongside professional training, noting that practical skill evolves with experience. Prof Roy VanDeMent begins Greek instruction at Atlanta college today, with his arrival followed by a second staffer soon.
A column extols the home as a cherished project built gradually through mutual sacrifice. It recalls how a couple strengthens their union by steady effort, modest furnishings, and shared patience, with prosperity following years of devotion. Mrs. Edward Zeon visited relatives and friends at New Point on Tuesday.
Harry Stone recalls a comical incident in a downtown Chicago department store. A manager overheard a ringtone chat from inside a small cabinet as a female employee spoke contentiously about love and work. The misunderstanding ends with a stern rebuke and a quip about music orders.
Shelbyville Christian Sunday School posted 126 attendees and collected 33.77 dollars. Greensburg school drew 127 attendees and raised 3.80 dollars.
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