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Newspaper
Indiana Democrat
Location
Indiana, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 01, 1909
Page
4
The Indiana Democrat is a weekly paper from Indiana Pa with printing and subscription terms. It lists mailing practices, advertising rates, and policy on notices including dissolution and obituary items, noting charges per line and required cash with orders.
The American Machinist reports race track gamblers doped gasoline engines with picric acid to boost power for motorboats, causing overdosed engines to fail. It also cites Edwin Hawley expanding control of major rail lines, including M E T and connections across the country, signaling a dominant position in railroading.
The text critiques Walter Wella and Wellman in relation to De Cook’s assertions about Arctic exploration. It notes insufficient support for Cook’s opponents and mentions data being sent to the University of Copenhagen for judgment. It argues no party has proven claims about being an importer or discrediting Cook, while casting doubt on Wellman, Sverdrup, and Amundsen.
President McCrea argues that keeping lawmakers focused on governance will spur a century’s prosperity. He warns that railroad rebates and evasive legalism invite renewed agitation and calls for stricter measures Taft plans to push in Congress for public protection. The piece critiques past interference and urges firms to avoid fraudulent schemes while pursuing plain business.
The article urges early shopping and mindful gifting to ease strain on workers, recommending gifts with usefulness, fair labor conditions, and packages sent in advance. It also notes Japan's forest statistics and state management, contrasting past forest stewardship with modern production and revenue outcomes.
An outside observer reflects on modern life and progress in the United States, noting shifting manners and the weight of perception. Henry Cashard returns from twenty five years in Paris, prompting questions about national mood, courtesy, and the clash of restraint versus spontaneity in daily life.
The article discusses U S toy industry growth, higher capital investment, and record toy export values reaching over 6 million dollars, with Germany as a major supplier and the United Kingdom and Australia as destinations. It also notes a cedar tree used for pencils and fence posts, detailing its growth, seed collection, and long lasting posts.
A 1969 conservation piece warns that when coal mines fail and fuel runs short, Italy must turn to water power for heat and power. It urges collective action to fund water power projects to prevent future hardship for current and future generations.
The Commissioner of Pensions advised Congressman J N Langham that the claims for pensions have been allowed for the following persons.
Wanted advertisement seeking a boy with good English education to work at the Democrat and learn the printing trade.
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