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Newspaper
Greensburg Standard
Location
Greensburg, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1912
Page
5
The United States Geological Survey in Water-Supply Paper 255 on underground waters reports no device reliably detects water where observation fails. Experiments show forked-branch rods move due to unconscious muscular action, especially where water is expected, debunking claims of paranormal or external electrical influences.
The See and Bee a massive passenger steamer for Cleveland to Buffalo was launched November 4 at Detroit Ship Building Wyandotte yard. Miss Mildred Moody christened the vessel built from Frank E Kirby designs and rated to carry 6 000 passengers 1 500 tons of freight. It measures 500 feet overall 485 feet between perpendiculars 58 feet beam 97 feet 8 inches extreme. Its shaft forgings top any previous U S build and the ship will include 510 rooms 424 staterooms 62 parlors and 4 500 electric lamps.
President Taft approved regulations placing 50 222 fourth class postmasters under classified civil service with executive order. Alaska Guam Hawaii Samoa and Porto Rico are excluded. Higher paid offices compete like other classified posts. Under 500 yearly pay inspectors select, under 500 not transferable, 500 plus transfers possible after exam.
Jay Davis’s new $11,000 home south of town nears completion with steam heat and electric lights. A dynamo purchased last week supplies electricity, noted as a prime feature. Interior finishings are quartered oak, marking the building as among the finest in the community.
The Panamanian project echoes Suez costs with similar toll ratios. At Panama, about 160 million in costs compares to one fourth of Suez, the canal’s history notes French and British roles, profits, and low interest debt. The piece lauds West Point trained talent and calls Panama a testament to U.S. progressiveness.
In a Brookville American reflection, Democrats and Progressives urge Republicans to accept their party’s decline. By next June, as Congress debates a tariff for revenue only, both sides may be burdened with actions to assist the party in power in the coming session.
A famed physician examined nurses and asked how much morphine to give a patient. A nurse replied eight grains, then corrected to one eighth of a grain. The doctor remained silent and the patient died, telegram reporting.
Mrs Minnie Harrell returns to Anderson after visiting her daughter Mrs Zelpha Baker. Rev C B Jones assists at Union church near Harris City. Diphtheria closures shutter schools for two weeks. Numerous visits and relocations follow, including weddings of W B W Thomas to Mamie Vanderbur and Kenneth Low to Mattie Egnew. Local residences, travels, and health notes fill the week.
A collection of old advertisements praise Chamberlain's Cough Remedy, Liniment, and tablets for bilious attacks and constipation. The ads claim quick relief, safety for children, and wide availability through all dealers, with anecdotes of Hot Springs trips and inexpensive cures.
The intense itching of eczema, tetter, and salt rheum is almost instantly allayed by Chamberlains salve. Many severe cases are said to be cured. For sale by all dealers.
Advertisement suggests Eugene Rankin answers gift questions with a display in Naegel building on the east side of the square. Items include music cabinets leather rockers pictures davenports extension tables book cases mirrors writing desks library tables bedroom suites kitchen cabinets mattresses pillows and more.
An old style drug advertisement promotes Mother Gray's Aromatic Leaf for women with back urinary bladder or kidney pains. It claims to regulate the system and offers samples free, with price 50 cents and mailing from LeRoy New York.
An advertisement touts Mother Gray's Sweet Powders as immediate relief for delicate feverish children. It claims to cleanse the stomach and aid the liver, recommended for complaining children and worms. Sold by all druggists 25 cents with sample free at A. S. Olmsted LeRoy N Y.
A humorous reminiscence centers on Mary and a snug skirt that proves difficult to remove, with light innuendo and playful tone typical of late 19th century humor features. The piece relies on suggestive wordplay rather than explicit detail.
George Imel and Miss Mildred Bullinger of Portland visited William Stolz and family over Sunday. Charley Speer was released on promise to leave the city. Arnold Spellman and Miss Bessie Meyers wed Nov 5 and were serenaded by friends. Mary Woodfill, Tudor Hall student, visited home folks. Miss Hildegard Hamilton, daughter of Prof. J Hal Hamilton, studies at the same school. Monroe Tomson of Hooper Cal sends a fat remittance improving his March 1914 subscription. Funeral of Thomas Meek held at Spring Hill church with several pastors assisting. Meek leaves three brothers and three sisters.
An outline promoting the Divine Plan of the Ages argues God allows sin and death after six thousand years while not sanctioning evil. Presented in multiple languages, this 855 page cloth bound book costs 35 cents postpaid from Bible and Tract Society, 17 Hicks Street, Brooklyn, N Y.
David Freeman of Kempt Nova Scotia reports relief from a heavy dull feeling after meals using Chamberlains Stomach and Liver Tablets. The ad touts improved digestion strengthened stomach and liver bowels, claims superiority to pills, and offers a free sample at drug stores.
Catarrh cannot be cured by local applications. it is a constitutional disease. Hall's Catarrh Cure is taken internally and acts on the blood and mucous surfaces. The remedy, prescribed by a leading physician, combines tonics and blood purifiers. Free testimonials sent by F. J. Cheney & Co Toledo Ohio. price 75 cents. Also Hall's Family Pills for constipation.
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