04 Jan 1911
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Newspaper
Indiana Evening Gazette
Location
Indiana, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 04, 1911
Page
1
A fragment from the Indiana Postoffice notes a matter related to clocks and mail handling. The brief item hints at administrative procedure or policy under review, with no further details on individuals, dates, or outcomes.
A fragmentary social column lists individuals visiting and staying with relatives in town. Conductor Murray Pourds and his wife and son visit the Pownds family on Wayne Avenue. Mia H A Fongwil and others are mentioned as guests or residents from several locations. Mrs Mary B Binds hosts a guest, while Mrs R S Simpson of Bellingham visits Indiana relatives.
An ad touts Parisian Sage by Hildebrand as a world renowned hair tonic that strengthens children’s hair, stops thinning, and prevents dandruff with a non greasy formula. It claims rapid action, offering a 50 cent bottle and urging purchase through Hildebrand. Also mentions Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as a meritorious cold treatment sold by druggists.
An elderly couple, parents of Joseph G. Robin, who sparked the Northern and Washing- ton Savings Bank closure, live in poverty in a Williamsburgh flat above a secondhand clothing shop. They say their son left them fourteen years ago after a quarrel over investing their savings in his stocks and has since shunned them.
Wilkes Barre January report says Michae Cestak of Taylor Pa attempted suicide by placing a dynamite cap in his mouth and lighting it. The blast tore his mouth and cheeks. doctors say he is not expected to survive.
Fragmented local notice lists Marmet Plate for sale or rent and various rental inquiries. Includes a wanted ad seeking a girl for general work in a small family and a found item description for a round-gold baby pin.
New York Jan 4. Wibert Af Gary chairman of United States Steel announces that William E Corey has tendered his resignation to the board for consideration and action in due time. The finance committee believes no immediate successor is necessary. Corey, Braddock born, rose from Pittsburg chemical lab to superintendent and then president in 1903. Marie Corey and later Mabelle Gilman are noted in his personal history.
Indiana resident recounts severe back pain from kidney trouble last summer. After using Doan's Kidney Pills, he reports relief from the first dose and full recovery after four bottles, praising the product and urging others to buy Doan's Kidney Pills from Foster Milburn Co. Buffalo, NY, agents for the United States.
An old time druggist T. E. Hildebrand promotes Absuma as a cure for rheumatism and uric acid poisoning. Patient testimonials from Porter Smith of Dobbin West Virginia claim relief after using Absuma, with claims of lasting pain reduction and improved health after starting treatment. The ad emphasizes a money back or dramatic efficacy pitch and lists pharmacies and availability.
The United States Postal Savings Bank began operations in Dubois Pennsylvania at 9 AM drawing a large crowd seeking the first deposits. John Donald Smith claimed the honor with a $1 deposit for his infant son John Donald Jr. funds will be held in trust as depositors must be at least ten years old.
Pittsburg reports Joseph Trees, head of COMPAS or its successor, has been flooded with requests for money. A Pittsburgh magnate has been associated with funding a stadium project and millions are asked via letters. The article notes widespread solicitation and large sums requested from the public.
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