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Newspaper
Greensburg Standard
Location
Greensburg, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 03, 1908
Page
4
Luther D Braden proprietor announces subscription options for The Greensburg Standard with pricing for in county and out of county one year plans and single copies Plus a note on prepaid rates and terms from the 1908 issue in Greensburg.
Tomorrow marks the Fourth as Senator Foraker plans a Taft stump event. Democratic hosts gather in Denver amid campaign activity and the looming November 3 eclipse draw.
A historic burial for Grover Cleveland took place in Princeton on Friday with mourners attending the ceremony. Authorities urged restraint amid ongoing public concern about potential fireworks and safety measures surrounding the event.
A hot remonstrance campaign is underway in the First Ward with today serving as the final day for residents to sign. Local organizers push momentum as supporters press for action before closing time.
The trio Pussonel Liberty Old Sumptuary and the rooster run on a unified ticket this year signaling a joint campaign. Voters are urged to watch for party symbols and platform details as the slate campaigns.
The temperance movement remains strong even as brewery interests claim the wave is receding. Proponents continue efforts to limit alcohol sales and influence public policy.
The remark notes Bryan’s dissatisfaction with the Chicago platform a stance that may appeal to careful students of political affairs and influence ongoing debates among party factions.
Decatur county residents rally against boodle and alcohol influence, supporting clean elections and opposing brewery domination in local politics.
Mr Sherman has recovered from a severe illness in Cleveland and will travel to his home in Utica New York today to receive a warm welcome from neighbors and friends.
The Brooklyn Eagle, once a strong Cleveland supporter, remains vocal in opposing Bryan amid visible differences between the two candidates.
Over one hundred businessmen in Lebanon signed the remonstrance against saloons and are glad they did. The city, with about eight thousand residents, is described as more prosperous since becoming a dry town.
Gen. Weaver of Iowa demands a prohibition plank in the Denver platform. The remark questions Indiana Democrats reaction if Weaver's idea prevails, wondering if they would support a wet state and a dry nation simultaneously.
Greensburg plans a mass exodus tomorrow leaving residents and families amid bans on public gatherings. Banks and saloons close, the post office shuts 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and rural carrier routes are suspended.
The text notes that Mr. Bryan ran for president twice and his wealth has risen from near parity to about a six-figure sum. It suggests defeating a candidate is lucrative for him and implies a large impact on the country.
The Chicago convention’s choice of Secretary Taft as national leader and his running mate was praised as wise. Analysts say Taft and Sherman possess the elements of success and unity for the ticket.
The speaker argues that current laws can be stretched to strengthen temperance measures. The next legislature will be guided by remonstrance sentiment, reflecting earnest public demand to curb saloons, and will craft a better mechanism to achieve reform.
Albert Lieber and Crawford Fairbanks, influential brewers who once backed the Democratic convention, predict Indiana will vote Democratic by 20 000 this fall. They previously fell short by 80 000 votes against Gov. Hanly, signaling a shift as their traditional influence on conventions wanes.
The Atlanta Constitution argues southern observers should greet Taft's accession with confident implacancy, then jokes about making allegiance unanimous. This reflects the era's partisan stance and reaction to a Republican ascent.
Greensburg reports a robust construction surge easing public unease with new projects dotting the city. Local officials note widespread activity and optimism, while residents welcome expected growth beyond other areas.
The vice president plans a quieter life this summer, likely staying in Indianapolis and reducing travel after a year that saw him logging over 25 000 miles. He will serve in the fall campaign, join Indiana Republicans in backing Taft and Sherman, and attend Quebec’s tercentennial. He may return to law after his term.
A report by State Statistician Stubbs indicates Indiana courts handled more civil and criminal business in 1907 than 1906. Civil filings reached 28 755 and criminal 8 569, with 2 224 liquor law violations and 892 convictions. Arrests peaked in felonies for assault and battery and grand and petit larceny, while misdemeanors centered on assault and battery, gambling, trespass, and liquor law violations. The report notes white women led in grand or petit larceny arrests and higher incidents of colored theft.
The Globe Realty Company led by Col. John C. Fullenwider and Henry D. Vancleave closed a large Montgomery county deal selling Dr. W Lester Wilsons 181 acre farm north of Trout station to George M Thompson and Col William Fleming for 22000 dollars. They also arranged a Greensburg Indiana purchase of a business property and a six room residence in Indianapolis for 14000 dollars plus another fifty five acre Parke county farm sale for 4500 dollars. The firm invites quick sale dispose of property from its Main street office 118 1 2 east Main Street.
A Kingston resident argues Taft’s nomination reflects the genuine GOP voice, cites ballot totals and “favorite sons” votes, and predicts a Taft victory in November. He endorses Watson for Indiana governor, stresses temperance as decisive, and praises The News for supporting the temperance cause. Greensburg Ind June 24.
The Post Graduate Club met over six months with monthly topics on tumors brain surgery rheumatism gout lung and bone diseases and blood and ductless glands. Attendance records show Dr Beatle 23 present 5 absent and other doctors with varying totals. Friday evening discussions covered pseudoleukemia circulation myelomatosis leukemia Sternberg leukosarcoma and Addison's disease.
The list shows names Frank Fromer E S McKay William Neuby Alva C Parish Miss Ella Eaton Miss Kathryn Ketchum Miss Sarah Powell and others whose letters and cards will be sent to the Dead Letter Office on July 7 if unclaimed. L D Braden P M directs the notice.
Mrs. J. A. Colbert of Indiana credits Root Juice with curing longstanding pains and organ distress after trying various medicines. She reports dramatic improvement after four bottles and urges others to try the remedy sold at Batterton's drug store for 1.00 a bottle or three for 2.50, with Use It Pain Oil offered at 25 cents.
Public office is a public trust and laws of long dormant relevance are revived. A speaker urges honesty, prudence, and patriotism, warning against hypocrisy and urging thoughtful conduct toward sacred institutions during a gathering of physicians.
In 1872 cholera infantum and dysentery were common, and Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy was introduced. It claimed long lasting success, extensive national and international use, and strong pharmacist endorsements. Sold at Battertons Drug Store with local view cards at 10 cents each.
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