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Newspaper
Greensburg Standard
Location
Greensburg, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 27, 1908
Page
4
The Greensburg Standard notes Luther D. Braden terms for one year in and out of the county with price details for subscription and a note on Bingle Copies. The ad lists prices 1.00 in advance and 1.25 after, 1.50 for non prepaid, reflecting period circulation rates.
Congress will meet December 8 as advertisers urge spending at home with the promise of a possible return. The note frames a civic prompt alongside commercial guidance for readers.
A Sunday police sweep in St. Louis led to the arrest of about 300 men in saloons and gambling dens. Authorities said the operation targeted illegal gambling and disorderly conduct amid a citywide crackdown.
Carrie Nation lands in Scotland this week to demonstrate her temperance campaign. She plans to show the swiftness of a Kansas cyclone with a hatchet accompaniment as part of her protest tour.
Local option opposition is framed by brewery dominated papers, with some Republican papers among them. The tone suggests coordinated effort to influence public opinion on county alcohol controls.
Greensburg school children held their annual charity event delivering food and clothing to the needy in the city. The effort continued the longstanding Thanksgiving tradition and reflected community care.
The two figures, Beveridge and Crumpacker, are described as men of sound judgment and high honorable purposes likely to leave a notable mark in national politics.
Congressman Fowler of New Jersey has joined the race for speaker but it seems Uncle Joe Canton is not ready to retire yet and will wait.
The Kerr Brothers will be here next Sunday to fill a return date as evangelists at the First M E Church. All who heard them last year will be glad to hear them again.
A call to favor local merchants in trade practices. The text urges choosing the home merchant, noting it strengthens neighborly ties and usually saves money, with a practical reminder that most purchases benefit from local support.
Local merchants urge Greensburg residents to unite for a year of opportunity revenue and civic effort. The message promises 1909 as the town’s best historical period if the community acts together and seizes chances.
A day marked by widespread gratitude for peace prosperity and happiness while recognizing the less fortunate who were not forgotten.
Greensburg merchants stock up for the holiday trade while shoppers are urged to watch The Standard for rare chances to save money over the coming weeks.
The annual report of the local board of charities shows the first year’s work is satisfactory. Volunteers sustain the effort through subscriptions. The Elks and Eagles each donated 50 dollars of the 582 dollars raised last year.
Hon. Harry S. New has been suggested as a suitable head for the Republican organization in Indiana. He has not been entangled in factional disturbances and brings extensive experience in party affairs, making him an admirable fit for the position. The services of such a leader are needed.
Indiana University defeated Purdue 10 to 4 before the largest crowd to witness an Indiana game in Lafayette. Purdue was favored by analysts to win, making the result a surprise. Harvard defeated Yale 7 years after the last win, drawing the nation's largest Harvard Yale crowd.
The Republican National Committee raised 1.7 million dollars while Democrats reported over 600 thousand. Authors note these figures reflect a large nation and say past campaigns spent 4 million and 7 million respectively, implying excess finances and a shift toward restraint rather than a return to prior boodle days.
The Lawrenceburg Press argues that the November 3 decline stemmed from local option objections factionalism bossism and other issues. It urges uniting personal differences and predicts Republicans will regain strength in 1910 with strong districts like the Eighth and Eleventh electing Democrats while criticizing leadership and principle.
Andrew Carnegie, who gave $25 000 to Taft’s election, now urges tariff reductions arguing infant industries have matured and protection should end in many cases. He notes a surprising Republican shift on tariffs and warns against an abrupt swing too far. Revision is needed with careful handling.
The Commercial Club proposes locating a radiator factory for a hot water plant, hiring 200 men within two years at a ten hour day with $2.25 wages. It has a growing fund over $6,000 and is ready for use if needed. The club is the city’s sole organization of this kind and calls for strong public support.
M. E. Ingalls and kin shared Thanksgiving turkey with the Tafts in Hot Springs Virginia. Ingalls backed Bryan in the recent race, yet enduring friendship outweighs political rifts.
The first session of the County Farmers' Institute will convene at Letts next Friday with an announced program. Farmers and citizens are urged to attend as the event promises informative talks and community interest.
Decatur County commissioners and councilmen met with Bartholomew officials Thursday to discuss funding a new bridge at Rugby on the Clifty line. Decatur asked for $4,000 toward the cost, with Bartholomew taking the matter under advisement. The visitors expressed optimism that Bartholomew may contribute half the needed amount.
The Supreme Court decision bars Berea College from educating white and black students together. Endowment funds designated for negro education will fund a separate college for colored youths with $350,000 raised so far and $50,000 more sought in Kentucky. Mrs. Russell Sage contributes $25,000 toward the effort modeled on Tuskegee.
Guidance on treating minor burns or scalds with Chamberlain's Salve. Applied on a soft cloth it relieves pain almost instantly and helps heal without a scar in milder cases. Available at Batterton's drug store.
Washington officials report a Western spread of foot and mouth disease with outbreaks in New York and Pennsylvania raising fears it will reach cattle regions. Government veterinarians are quarantining areas, culling infected herds, and enforcing strict disinfection as they monitor the outbreak and potential losses to owners.
The Hon James Wilson secretary of agriculture spoke on the International Live Stock Exposition to be held November 2 through December 10 He called the exposition an educational factor carving a niche for itself and noted its lessons in economy and cost reduction for beef pork and mutton producers He urged use of superior breeding stock and improved machinery at the Exposition as essential for survival and profit.
The Yonfers Statesman notes that bait designs have changed greatly over two millennia while acknowledging a rare continuous thread in the craft. It remarks on the enduring simplicity of early yeast based lures and their influence on modern angling lore.
An advertisement quotes testimonials from women praising Peruna for improving appetite strength and health. Miss Julia Butler of Appleton Wisconsin asserts the remedy lengthens days of beauty by cleansing mucous membranes and supporting facial symmetry and a clear complexion.
The Columbus Republican asserts Indiana saves the Saturday Evening Post with an exceptional Thanksgiving issue. Indiana artists and writers lead the offerings with George Brehm John T. McCutcheon Fred C. Yohn and Wilbur Nesbit contributing illustrations stories and poetry while David Graham Phillips pens the leading serial about an Indiana politician.
The Board of State Charities reports success in placing dependent children in homes and notes many suitable children remain available for adoption. It urges families to offer homes and seeks cooperation from all interested in pairing homeless children with childless families in Indianapolis.
Hexamethylenetetramine, a German chemical used in Foley's Kidney Remedy, is cited as an antiseptic and uric acid solvent for the urine. The ad urges taking Foley's Kidney Remedy at the first sign of irregularities to prevent serious illness. The closing note references a farm mortgage failing to reward poor crops.
J. C. Goodwin of Reidsville North Carolina says Bucklen’s Arnica Salve knocked out a bad leg ulcer with no scar left after a few rounds. Guaranteed for piles sores burns etc. 25c at F. M. Henry’s drug store.
Letters from Miss Nettie Bogardus, Mrs. Ruth Brent and Miss Esther Lee describe relief from headaches, fatigue, and internal catarrh after using Peruna and Manalin. Brisk health improvements followed, with improved appetite, weight gain, and ability to perform household tasks.
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