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Newspaper

Greensburg Standard

Location

Greensburg, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jun 05, 1908

Page

3

Rev Kuhn Nominated At Shelbyville Democratic Convention

At the Democratic Congressional convention in Shelbyville T H Kuhn of Richmond won nomination by a large majority over C F Northern and Frank Ansted with 59 1 2 votes to 26 1 2 and 19 respectively. Gov candidate Thomas R Marshall spoke before adjournment as Frank M Alexander of Brookville withdrew and became chair. Attendance disappointed and enthusiasm was low.

Shelbyville T. H. Kuhn Richmond C. F. Northern Frank Ansted Kuhn Thomas R. Marshall Canidate Frank M. Alexander Brookville Gibson Rushville

City Hall Painted in Vandalism Incident

Unknown assailants smeared red paint over the Mayor's private office in the city building Tuesday night. The costly paper was ruined and must be replaced at additional expense. Suspicions point to certain crews. if caught, they face strict penalties. The motive remains unclear and the act is described as cowardly.

Temperance Address by Rev Strickland at Open Air Meeting

Rev W M Strickland will deliver a temperance address in an open air meeting Saturday night at 7 30. All good temperance people are invited. He cites a saloon advertisement claiming Bankruption follows Prohibition and will present documents arguing dry towns prosper in the state. Scripture Hosea 4 11 is cited with wine verse.

W. M. Strickland Strickland

Pensions Granted by D L Morgan Agency Clarksburg

Veterans and widows received monthly pension increases noted by the D L Morgan agency in Clarksburg. Names include Mrs Margaret Corbin Rushville $12. Samuel Brown Greensburg $17 to $24. Samuel J Murray Connersville $12 to $30. Allen Burton Greensburg $14 to $17. H Burkis Batesville $14 to $17. Jonathan Coon Osgood $17 to $24 per month.

D. L. Morgan Agency Clarksburg Margaret Corbin Rushville Samuel Brown Greensburg Samuel J. Murray Connersville Allen Burton H. Burkis Batesville Jonathan Coon Osgood

Young Folks Picnic At Criters Dam Near Milford

A city high school party picnicked at Criters dam near Milford on Tuesday. Attendees included Clyde Applegate Raymond Johnston Ernest Elder Harry Ainsworth Cliff on Donnell Bernice Shields Frank Shaw Bernard Kitchin Carl Elder Crystal Rosebrough Ruth Ralston Mildred Johnson Margaret Robison Willa Elder Mabel Welsh Miss Martin and Ardery. Chaperones were Miss Katherine Eich and Florene Hunter.

Our City Criters Dam Milford Clyde Applegate Raymond Johnston Ernest Elder Harry Ainsworth Cliffon Donnell Bernice Shields Frank Shaw Bernard Kitchin Carl Elder Crystal Rosebrough Ruth Ralston Mildred Johnson Margaret Robison Willa Elder Mabel Welsh Miss Martin Ardery Katharine Eich Florene Hunter

Death of 19 Year Old Harry Mueller in Oklahoma Addition

Harry Mueller aged nineteen resided with his parents in the Oklahoma addition and dropped dead Wednesday evening after several weeks of lung hemorrhages. The report notes his illness and sudden death.

Harry Mueller Oklahoma Addition

Picnic Goods From LINEGAR Bros Fancy Cakes and Canned Goods

LINEGAR Bros offers fresh cakes canned pork and beans salmon priced 10c 15c and 25c olive oil and mustard sardines dried beef in glass olives and pickles in bottles plus cheese and crackers for picnic needs.

Cured Hemorrhages of the Lungs by Foley's Honey and Tar

A. M. Ake of Wood Indiana recounts years of lung hemorrhages then relief after Foley's Honey and Tar. He praises its cough stopping and lung healing powers and warns against substitutes. Batterton's offers The Lion and The Mouse at 50 cents.

A. M. Ake Wood Ind Foley J. H. Batterton

Muncie Names B F Moore as New School Superintendent

The Muncie School Board announces the resignation of Prof. George L. Roberts after nearly five years as superintendent and names B F Moore of Marion as his successor. Moore has led Marion schools for nine years. Roberts will join Purdue University to lead a new department training teachers in special courses.

Muncie Ind Muncie George L. Roberts B. F. Moore Marion Moore Roberts Lafayette Pudie University Indianapolis Star Adamstown Indiana Frankfort Paul Purdue

Missionary Meeting Set for Clarksburg Church

The annual county meeting of missionary societies from Greensburg Forest Hill Kingston and Clarksburg is planned for Clarksburg next Thursday June 11. A good program has been provided and all are cordially invited to attend.

Presbyterian Greensburg Forest Hill Kingston Clarksburg

Twilight land of federal and state power debated

President Roosevelt speaks at a Governors' Conference on regulating large corporations and establishing a clear sovereign for accountability. He argues for a framework where either state or national authority acts to best serve the people, with states handling intrastate matters and the federal government stepping in where states cannot act.

President Roosevelt Governors’ Conference

One Law For All by Joseph G Cannon

Joseph G Cannon declares in a strong address that he will quit public life rather than betray civil rights and the system of checks and balances. He condemns laws that favor some citizens over others, pledging to protect every American’s equal rights.

Joseph G. Cannon Abraham Lincoln

Will Bear the Brunt of Revision

The Wall Street Journal argues that tariff schedules favor domestic manufacturers by protecting final goods while not imposing duties on raw materials. The revised plan would affect investments totaling about 15 billion dollars in manufacturing and impact the income of employees and officers totaling around 4 billion dollars annually.

Wall Street Journal

Protection Benefits and Tariff Receipts Decline

The Lewiston Journal notes shrinking federal receipts since July 1 totaling 22 million dollars while expenditures rose more than double that. It argues the Dingley tariff previously boosted income, preventing a worse treasury condition amid the panic.

Federal Treasury Lewiston Journal

Dr King’s New Life Pills Sold at Local Drug Store

Purifier pills promoted to cure bilious headaches and jaundice by cleansing liver and bowels. Advertises Dr King’s New Life Pills for 25 cents at F. M. Henry & Co. drug store.

Dr. King New Life F. M. Henry & Co

Senate debate on unloading stocks to keep factories running

In a Senate discussion sparked by Culberson of Texas, lawmakers weigh whether US goods are sold abroad cheaper than at home to unload surplus. Gallinger cites Toronto prices and export discounts. Culberson and Scott argue the practice is common and sometimes necessary to keep workers employed.

United States Senate Culberson Texas Gallinger Great Amoskeag Manufacturing Company Amoskeag Corporation United States New Hampshire Mr. Gallinger Mr. Culberson Toronto The Industrial Commission Scott

Balance of Trade Boosts Treasury Surplus Amid Deficit

The treasury deficit, about 60 million dollars, will be offset by a favorable balance of trade over 700 million. For ten months ending April, the surplus reached 613,560,325, the highest for any ten months in our history.

Treasury

A One Man Party

Congressman Rodenberg criticizes Republicans for lacking a single leader and independence. He argues the party should not be owned by any man, contrasts with Bryan, and mocks leaders like Champ Clark and Ollie James as heirs apparent.

Republican Party Nolens Volens Bryan Rienzi New Jersey Leake Champ Clark Ollie James Congressman Rodenberg

Roosevelt Antitrust Crusade Inspires Republican Reform Resolve

Congressman Rodenberg lauds Theodore Roosevelt for advancing Sherman Act enforcement and curbing corporate power. He asserts that 1909 will continue this reform under the Republican successor, stressing justice, equality, and public rights over capital.

Theodore Roosevelt Republican Party Rodenberg

What a Vote For Democracy Means

A historic appeal argues for supporting a Republican president and House next November. It claims Democratic control would yield gridlock and a “do nothing” policy, while a Republican win would prompt tariff revision antitrust fixes, labor laws, currency reform, and decisive action benefiting the nation.

Senate House

McKinley Endorses Protection Vindication Says It Has Workd Its Case

The Freeport Journal notes President McKinley in his final speeches claimed protection has vindicated itself and cannot be harmed by praise or attacks. It argues his protectionist stance will stand against scrutiny and facts.

New York McKinley Freeport

Equitable Tariff Promise Extolled by Republicans

The speaker asserts that continued Republican power will ensure a tariff fair to all regions and interests. It will treat capital and labor equitably and benefit farming and mining sectors as well.

Helpful Advice for Women in Lynn Mass Letters

An advisory text urges women to write to Mrs. Pinkham in Lynn Massachusetts with private illness details. It claims her decades of correspondence with sick women offer knowledge to help cases and that letters are treated confidentially, citing grateful women as proof of its power.

Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound The Remarkable Cure Claim

Mrs Norman R Barnett of Allentown PA reports long standing organic disturbance and female weakness requiring surgery, saying Lydia E Pinkhams Vegetable Compound helped her become well. The ad touts the remedy as a standard cure for displacements inflammation ulcers fibroid tumors irregularities periodic pains backache bearing down and nervous prostration.

Norman R. Barnett Allentown Lydia E. Pinkham

Electric Bitters Rejuvenates Mill Creek Man

Mr C Farthing of Mill Creek Ind Ter recalls a near fatal decline nine years ago. A druggist advised Electric Bitters, and the product restored his strength. He credits the remedy with saving his life and enabling him to regain health. Sold under guarantee at F M Henry & Co.'s drug store for 50 cents per bottle.

For fares and sale dates contact Big Four agent

For fares dates of sale and party details apply to nearest Big Four agent or H J Rhein G P A Cincinnati O. Gpo53 S.

Big Four H. J. Rhein Cincinnati

Also Mentioned on This Page

Rev. Kuhn City Hall Temperance Linegar Bros Lion and the Mouse Batterton’s Missionary Meeting Law Diamond Putnam Easy Balance of Trade Rock Island Johnns Deere Spilman & Bonner Associated Charities Citizens Bank Emma B. Sefton VIA Bio Boston Denver Colo Cleveland Sais Chicago Peoria Louisville Indianapolis California Mexico Pacific Coast C. H. Thomson East Side Square White & Canine Mfg. Co Corps of Mechanics George Bowman Decatur John C. Adney Reaves Automobile Works Columbus White & Canine Mig. Co Old Lincoln Carriage Works Greensburg, Ind St.John & Guthrie
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