Republican farmer aid cited by local editor in Oct 1908 column
The writer defends Republican policy for farmers citing the homestead act, land grants, agricultural colleges, agricultural experiment stations, irrigation act of 1902, rural free delivery, and government farm supports. He argues these measures boosted settlement, communication, and crop yields, contrasting with Bryan’s criticisms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bryan
Roosevelt
Nebraska
Department of Agriculture
Osborn Mistaken for Watson Becomes Campaign Jest
Greensburg Democratic district chairman John Osborn recounts riding with Crawford Fairbanks then being mistaken for James E. Watson in a Shel byville saloon. A bartender apologized, and Osborn quipped it was the other man’s mistake, calling it the campaign’s best joke.
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John Osborn
Greensburg
Crawford Fairbanks
Shelbyville
Osborn
James E. Watson
Jim Watson
Mr. Watson
Sborn
Qsborn
Rushville
Carelessness and the Power of a Small Word
A writer reflects on how a single word carelessness can shape outcomes from job loss to factory failure and even a fatal accident. The passage urges readers to be as careful as possible, noting the drastic consequences of everyday carelessness and its pervasive impact.
Pass it On Kindness Message Echoes Through Time
Poem fragment urged to pass kindness to others, letting deeds ripple beyond the giver until they reach heaven, encouraging generosity across years and generations.
Postmaster general targets undignified post office names
The Postmaster General vows to remove slang and offensive names from post offices. He cites towns such as Skiddo in Pennsylvania, Brandykeg in Kentucky, Mud in Texas, Ragland in Alabama and others as examples of undignified names to be eliminated from the postal list.
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Postal Guide
Meyer
Skiddo
Pennsylvania
Brandykeg
Kentucky
Mud
Texas
Mr. Meyer
Alabama
Ragland
Teddy
Theodore
Arkansas
Negrohill
California
Bliss
Goodluck
Happytop
Honeybee
Kissimme
Florida
Drybranch
Georgia
Lookout
Idaho
Spirit Lake
Lost River
Paid in Full brings a nationwide drama to town
The Great American Play Paid in Full by Eugene Walter opens October 8 at the K of P Opera House under Wagenhals and Kemper. It features a strong, worldly cast and modern dialogue praised by critics in Chicago and New York as a major landmark since Jim the Penman and The Banker's Daughter.
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Eugene Walter
America
K. of P. Opera House
Wagenhals & Kemper
East
West
Wagenhals
Kemper
Chicago
New York
Jim the
Penman
the Grand
Cincinnati
London
Indiana Bulletin Reports State Institutions Population Rise
The Indiana Bulletin of Charities and Correction shows a nine month period ending June 30 1908 with 11 000 inmates in state institutions. Since January 1 enrollment rose from 10 593 to 11 000 as of June 30 1908 with 2393 admissions and 1986 discharges producing a net gain of 407 and a daily average attendance of 10047 up 259 from last year. All institutions contributed except the Soldiers and Sailors Orphans Home and the state schools for the deaf and blind the Indiana Girls and Boys schools.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indiana Bulletin of Charities and Correction
Indiana Board of State Charities
Soldier's Home
Soldiers, and Sailors
Soldiers and Sailors’ Orphans’ Home
State Schools For the Deaf and Blind
Indiana Girl’s School
Indiana Boys’ School
Are You Only Half Alive?
Ad text claims kidney trouble leaves people weak and exhausted and promotes Foley's Kidney Remedy to restore health. Endorsed by J. H. Battertog.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Foley
Foley's. J. H. Battertog
County option bill passes Indiana House by margin
The Indiana House approved the county local option bill 55 to 45 with notable GOP support. Democrats Green and Johnson switched to yes, aided by several Greensburg participants. Governor Hanly later signed the measure as temperance advocates cheered.
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HOUSE
Condo
Grat
Schroeder
Geiss
Vanderbug
Kellar
Marion
Green
Miami
Hottel
Monroe
Brown
icKinney
Star
Hanly
Brewer
D. C. Johnson
Vigo
Vermillion
Burton Green
Miami County
Goodrich
General Assembly
Republican Party
Lldiana
Republican Party of
Indiana
James Lee’s Recovery Credited to New Discovery
Mrs. Mary Lee of rural route 8 Zanesville Ohio reports her husband James Lee nearly saved from consumption by Dr King’s New Discovery. The remedy is praised for throat and lung relief and sold with a guarantee at F M Henry & Co. drug store. Trial bottle offered free.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Zanesville
Ohio
Mary Lee
James Lee
Dr. King
F. M. Henry & Co
Anna Wheeldon’s latest styles showcased
Local fashion feature highlights Anna Wheeldon’s new collection titled Latest styles io i at Anna Wheeldon's studio. The piece notes bold silhouettes, vibrant fabrics, and seasonal accessories appealing to urban shoppers.
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Io i
Anna Wheeldon
S. Ap
No Money Storm But Worthwhile Things Ahead
The speaker warns that money rain is not coming and urges readers to subscribe now. He describes varied reactions to windfall money and encourages attention and readiness to secure a share when worthwhile opportunities appear.
Poley’s Kidney Remedy Endorsed by Kluger of Indianapolis
J Jeweler C R Kluger at 1060 Virginia Avenue Indianapolis says kidney trouble left him nearly unable to walk a hundred feet. Four bottles of Poley’s Kidney Remedy restored strength, cured backache and irregularities, allowing him to attend to business and he recommends Foley’s Kidney Remedy after doctors failed.
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C. R. Kluger
Virginia Avenue
Indianapolis
Ind
Poley
Foley
J. H. Batterton
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United States
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Edwards
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Taft
Nion Trust Company
Greensburg, Indiana
Walter W. Bonner
J. H. Christian
W. H. Robbins
Chas. Zoller, Sr
James M. Woodfill
James B. Lathrop
Frank Robbins
Isaac Sefton
Barrington Boyd
Meridian Life and Trust
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N. Franklin St
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