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Newspaper
Greensburg Standard
Location
Greensburg, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 24, 1909
Page
4
The Greensburg Standard lists pricing and terms with issue date December 24, 1909. Propriety by Luther D Braden notes rates: $1.00 per year in county, $1.25 out of county, $1.50 if not paid in advance. Single copies 205.
Hog prices stay elevated as the holiday approaches. The feature tale recounts a journey titled A Ride on a Mixed Train and its evocative railroad anecdotes.
The Indianapolis Star reports intense concern as the City Council confronts a critical moment. Officials urge restraint and focus amid mounting pressure, signaling potential reform or conflicts ahead.
A succinct reflection states that the essence of Christmas Day lies in bringing happiness to another person. The quote emphasizes joy as a central goal of the holiday.
A call to support local traders in Greensburg urges residents to prioritize home merchants, boosting community commerce and sustaining small businesses a vital element of the town’s economy.
John E. Osborn of Greensburg, Sixth district Democrat, predicts defeating Congressman Barnard next election. He notes multiple possible candidates, including Kahn and Mull, and says no state office candidate has been chosen yet for the Sixth district.
Gov Deneen completes a lengthy message for the Illinois General Assembly extraordinary session. The call prioritizes lakes to the gulf waterway, primary election legislation, and deep water in Illinois among twenty four topics. He will deliver the message Tuesday and restrict publication until then.
Congressman Keifer of Ohio entered Congress in 1877 and was once elected Speaker. He rose to prominence as a leading figure in politics and served in the House during a formative era.
Government reports declare Indiana has the best rural mail service of any state in the Union, highlighting efficiency and nationwide leadership in delivery reliability.
The STANDARD will release fifty three issues within the year with no additional charge for the extra issue. This plan adds value for readers and expands coverage without increasing subscriber costs.
A brief note urges residents to direct their spending to Greensburg as the soundest business strategy for the community. The message touts local commerce as essential.
A note previewing upcoming selections from archival material says readers have shown strong interest and more items will follow. It promises engaging reads and continued exploration of the paper’s historical files.
The English poet William Watson was placed in an asylum shortly after he landed in New York. The note adds a dismissive remark about importing poets, reflecting the editorial stance of the period.
The New Era says Mayor Mendenhall will begin a serious hunt for the blind tiger once he takes office. It notes his boyhood rabbit hunting success as a sign he will pursue tigers with vigor.
City merchants report strong holiday commerce surpassing many years and foresee a bumper year in 1910. A merchant notes the activity reminds him of 1906 as business rebounds to solid footing.
The Survivors of the battle of Stone's River plan a ninth annual reunion at Terre Haute on the 31st. The 35th 37th and 51st Indiana regiments and twenty-nine other Indiana organizations took part, about a quarter of the entire army were Indiana soldiers.
Local men who once frequented open saloons now lead sober industrious lives, paying debts and earning money as Greensburg remains dry for about six weeks. City supporters praise the change and hope it lasts.
Dr Hurty alleges that election booths disseminate disease and possibly death. He compares the harm to the “slain and injured” figures linked to visiting damp churches.
The piece notes that the city post office appointment satisfies both factions of the Republicans and shows many Democrats are pleased, suggesting a rare unanimity in local politics.
The Clansman dramatization of Thomas Dixon Jr. novel comes to the K. P. theatre next Thursday December 30. The company arrives from English's at Indianapolis where they perform three nights.
The continued cold weather causes discomfort among the poor. Extra clothing and more food are needed as a result. While distributing Christmas cheer, we must not forget our unfortunate and deserving fellow citizens.
The intense itching from eczema, tetter, and salt rheum is almost instantly relieved by Chamberlain's Salve. Many severe cases have been cured by it. For sale by all druggists.
In ten months Americans consumed 845 million pounds of coffee worth 64 million dollars, eight ninths from South America with Brazil supplying over 600 million pounds. Overall imports may exceed 260 million dollars, up 40 percent from last year, while exports to South America could top 1907’s high of 86 million dollars.
John Morgan aged seventy nine a guest at the State O. O. F. Home died Saturday after several days illness from a complication of diseases. He came from Huntington and was Past Grand Patriarch of the order the only Grand Lodge member to reside at the Home. Remains shipped to Huntington for burial.
Do not be deceived about where to buy groceries for Christmas. Large, carefully selected stock of necessaries and luxuries for the dinner plus candies and nuts. Quantities and prices suit the purchaser. North side of square in Warthin block. James Littell.
The article warns that neglecting a cold leads to throat and lung trouble and high medical expenses. It promotes Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as effective in curing colds and preventing serious illnesses, urging purchase from druggists. It also mentions safety razors priced from $1 to $5 at Thomson's.
Indianapolis lawyer Jason E. Baker recounts a rail journey on the Nervous Prostration Cannon Ball Special from Greensburg to Hartsville via Rugby. He describes a dilapidated branch line mixed train, its jerks and starts, the decoupled cars, and the comic peril of riding in an aging passenger coach.
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