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Newspaper
Indiana Democrat
Location
Indiana, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 29, 1906
Page
4
A notice explains that young men who voted on age last fall must be registered to vote in November. Those who paid state or county taxes may swear in if their names were overlooked, but first time voters last year cannot. Democrats should ensure every young Democrat who voted on age in 1905 is on the 1906 polling list before September 5.
The Protective Tariff League supporters in Iowa threaten to purge rivals and rankled lawmakers with a circular urging Republicans to accept “renovation” of the party. The note claims Democratic gains pose little danger with a Republican president, while accusing graft and corruption in the party and forecasting wide reforms including compulsory retirement from office. Also cited: a note about costs and losses tied to sea-floor survey lines totaling about 225,000 miles of gable lines valued at $250,000,000.
The article notes average cable lifespans of 30 to 40 years and 6,000,000 messages yearly, about 15,000 daily, with speeds up to 100 words per minute. It claims 90 percent of messages are encoded and accuses the coal trust and railroads of ongoing extortion, raising coal prices ten cents a ton monthly since spring, criticizing Administration inaction.
Editorial notes Dr Fyfe and eminent physicians discuss Unicorn root Helonias and Golden Seal as key ingredients in Dr Pierce's Favorite Prescription. They cite uterine support, relief for back pain, amenorrhea and dysmenorrhea, and general tonic effects for weakened reproductive systems.
Johnstown Judge No 175 Benevolent and Protective Order of Iles plans a grand rally and outing for Western Pennsylvania lodges at Lona Park on Thursday, August 30. Pittsburgh and Allegheny delegations will attend, promising a major event with athletic events featured.
The article cautions against cheap mass produced glasses sold by untrustworthy opticians and urges relying on reputable refraction specialists. It warns that improper fittings harm nerve vitality and health, and notes some opticians travel to Indiana for regular supply and sales trips.
Lively Tuesday excursions offered by the Buffalo Rochester and Pittsburgh Railway through September 25. Tickets from Indiana to Niagara Falls are $7.45 and to Toronto $8.90, valid 15 days for return travel. Consult company agents for full details.
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