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Newspaper
Greensburg Standard
Location
Greensburg, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1902
Page
5
Henry Van Dyke urges observing, not just day marks, but daily acts of love and giving. He asks readers to set aside self, consider others, and sow happiness, believing true Christmas is daily, shared, and never kept alone.
Advertisement touts every bottle warranted with refund if not satisfied after two thirds used. Claims best remedy for la grippe coughs colds croup and whooping cough and prevention of pneumonia. Sold at Batterton's.
The article argues that wealth can blunt ambition and cites Abraham Lincoln as a case where access to limited books fueled extraordinary effort. It notes Lincoln walked miles to borrow titles, reading the Bible Pilgrims Progress Weems Life of Washington and Burns plans, shaping his later oratory and leadership.
A London readers debate poverty thresholds and who is truly poor. Max O'Reilly advocates saving a portion of any income to fund a life policy, arguing no person with a wife and children should spend all money and forego insurance for future security.
The Atchison Globe notes that a woman using clownish makeup on the street prompts public laughter. It questions whether she seeks youth bloom and points to society quickly noticing men in wigs and women in makeup.
A patient refuses to believe an eye problem, while Oculist Jennings insists the obvious sign proves the need for glasses. The vignette captures a humorous exchange highlighted by the Los Angeles Herald.
A witty remark contrasts a dressmaker named Miss Stitcher with Miss Piping praising efficiency. The short exchange humorously notes that Miss Stitcher often needs to redo a dress two or three times while Miss Piping remains splendid.
A lighthearted Indianapolis News blurb notes a couple described as the apple of his eye and a peach, remarking they are a fine looking pair.
Report notes that under common social and gastronomic settings the need for modish soda mint is high, suggesting widespread heartburn and related discomfort in everyday life. The Indianapolis News framing implies a light lifestyle angle on a simple culinary issue.
An old man is advised to marry a younger woman so he might be asked if he is a fool. The piece presents a humorous or cautionary take on age disparity in marriage as reported by the Atchison Globe.
Gov Durbin weighs convict labor policy after meeting with prison officials and labor leaders. Attendees included Edgar A. Perkins D. F. Kennedy L. P. McCormack D. H. McAbee C. M. Kimbrough John G. Williams G. A. Shideler Captain Thomas Madden and Amos W. Butler. They only gathered material for recommendations. contract labor and public account systems were discussed with organized labor opposing state directed employment for convicts.
Mrs. Johanna Soderholm of Fergus Falls Minnesota dislocated her shoulder and received quick relief after a surgeon reset it. Her son bought Chamberlain's Pain Balm, which helped her sleep and eased soreness, leading him to recommend it to others. For sale by Batterton. ml
The Philadelphia Record quotes an American line steward claiming babies never get seasick. He says thousands of infants sail well in rough weather, while adults show seasickness. babies adapt to rocking as if in a cradle, keeping appetite and comfort aboard ship.
A 4 inch square box with 4 15 inch depth holds one quart. An 8 by 4 by 4 inch box holds one half gallon. An 8 by 8 2 5 inch by 4 inch box holds one gallon. An 8 inch square by 2 0 inch depth holds one peck. An 16 by 8 2 5 by 8 inch box holds one half bushel. A 16 square by 8 2 5 by 8 2 5 inch box holds one bushel. A 14 by 23 1 5 by 10 inch box holds one and a half bushels. A 24 by 16 by 14 inch box holds two and a half bushels. A 24 by 16 by 28 inch box holds five bushels.
A New Orleans resident told the Washington Post that rainwater from city cisterns is pure and tastes best. He notes winter rainfall is used and summer catch is avoided, contrasting it with northern cistern water.
A judge quips about a daughter's potential to run a household and be skilled in domestic duties arguing that mastering such tasks would neglect formal education. The exchange highlights views on gender roles and the value placed on education in the dialogue between Had No Time and The Boy's Father Madam.
In a Silver county saloon Pete Thompson, accused of murder, shoots at Sheriff without a gun. The sheriff remains unarmed and unharmed, Pete loses nerve, and both men flee as townsfolk debate whether Pete will escape. The crowd already brands him as not guilty.
An assortment of notes on rivers lakes and seas. The Nile flows 1500 miles with no tributaries. Cape currents spawn 38 foot waves. Yellowstone hosts a vast hot water lake. Ganges volumes rival three rivers. St Lawrence freezes four months causing shipwrecks. Askel Chin is Tibet’s highest lake at 16000 feet. Dead Sea sits 1200 feet below sea level.
A philanthropist hosts a Society of Reformed Criminals dinner. A guest reports losing his watch. The host turns off lights and announces a hundred count to reveal a misplaced watch. When lights return, thirty three handsome watches lie on the floor, exposed as possible loot.
A London street Arab finds a bad sixpence and tries to spend it at various shops. He buys a threepenny cigar from a tobacconist who warns it's bad. The boy ignores the warning, says he will smoke it even if it makes him ill, and runs away.
Witnesses recount a social wedding in Philadelphia with mixed impressions. Miss Ascum questions attendance while Miss Wryvell confirms enjoyment. Miss Pope’s gown reportedly fit poorly and drew critical chatter from guests.
Report notes Diggs Smith remark about his wife being deaf and dumb and questions if she communicates by finger spelling. The Chicago News quotes Diggs and describes Smith as nearly bald with few hairs remaining.
A comic exchange shows a new boarder faulting the coffee and a cheerful retort from another, pushing leaf sugar as a sharp comeback. The brief domestic vignette captures a sharp-edged humor typical of urban life in the period.
The Baltimore American notes a blunt newsroom mishap as the office boy drops the first page down stairs, prompting quiet reflection from the editor on gentler handling of the news.
A list of property transfers includes John Kappes to John Wissel for 76 acres in Saltcreek township at 1200 dollars, and Eliza Elder to Joseph Styers for Greensburg lot at 5500. Other transfers cover Clay and Sandcreek townships with multiple acre deals, city lots, and sums from 440 to 14400 dollars.
Milford Lodge No. 94 F and A M to install officers for 1903 after St Johns Day banquet. Officers listed include W M Jont Alley S W Roscoe Gephart J W Leroy Evans treasurer Charles Braden secretary Emmett Braden S D Watson J D Latfe Wilson Stewards J W Young W A Minor Tyler James Conk.
The article urges mothers to treat croup quickly with Chamberlain's Cough remedy rather than trying untried remedies. It states the medicine has universal approval and will quickly remove croup symptoms when given as directed. Sold by Batterton.
Noah recalls the voyage to dry land on Ararat as crowds once taunted from the pier but now vanish from the shore. The reminiscence frames a quiet scene of reunion after peril at sea.
A courtroom exchange reveals a judge questioning how an officer attacked a man whose stubborn stance and refusal to dodge were noted. The officer defends his actions as necessary.
A terse saying notes that offering a small thing with meanness exposes greater meaness than the act itself. It emphasizes moral judgment over the value of the gift.
A brief notice urges readers to initiate job work now with emphasis on timely action and readiness to fulfill tasks. It stresses preparation and prompt submission of required materials for processing.
The article recalls how the Capitol and the White House were originally named and oriented as they were planned for the national capital. It notes the Capitol faced east and the White House toward the Potomac, with land prices and growth reorienting the city to the west and north.
A humorous moral from a New York Herald blurb contrasts two women sharing woes. The second speaker interrupts and revises the first woman’s tale, leaving the initial narrator unhappy. The quip suggests some women suffer more troubles than others due to their bosses.
Mark Twain argues that lying is not limited to spoken words and that everyone lies daily. He contends that eyes can deceive just as a mouth can, and urges reflection on the pervasive nature of lying as conveyed in Harper's.
An exchange hints at plans involving a large sum of money and a future decision to be settled soon. The speaker mentions mortality tables as part of the calculation, suggesting a financial or bequest topic tied to aging or life expectancy.
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