25 Jul 1912
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Newspaper
Indiana Evening Gazette
Location
Indiana, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 25, 1912
Page
1
The New York Times reports a bustling wedding at a mission doorside, drawing crowds and eliciting a stern reaction from the mission superintendent. He argues such ceremonies deeply influence the congregation and public morals, urging spectacle to maximize impact while noting brides seek more exclusive arrangements.
Severe grape insect control urged with immediate action. Spring infestations on grapes and stone fruit can worsen by fall, as no spray yet kills mature insects without harming foliage. Early life-stage sprays with lime sulfur solution or strong soap or tobacco decoction recommended. brush application advised.
Public service notices announce a 1 cent per meter monthly rental charge on electricity will be omitted, marking a reduction. The move invites homeowners to get wiring and take advantage of special rates and easy terms offered by Penn Public Service Company. Includes assorted quotes and light snippets from period letters and humor columns.
An advertisement touts Fanisan Sage as an efficient hair treatment for women and children. It promises to stop scalp ills overnight, prevent hair loss, and strengthen hair without lead or harmful ingredients. The ad claims a 4 large bottle is 60 cents at dealers nationwide and urges buyers to seek the genuine product.
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Department of Health issues a notice for bids on water and related services. Officials reference Altoona, Cresson, and Cumbria counties with procurement details and dates for bidders to review.
Samuel Pepys records a quarrel with his wife over her use of the word devil at supper. He laments losing command, fearing her dancing and pleasures distract her from duties, and notes concern over diminishing affection and obedience. Ashwell and others witness the dispute.
Readable fragments recount Macready’s stage finesse and a cavalier tale of a rustic audience reaction. The Africa bride payments describe native customs where the groom pays the bride’s father with various goods, often delayed and disputed, leading to feuds. Kingsley’s love letter to his wife closes the excerpt with poetic devotion.
A discussion warns American tourists that photographing people private property government buildings docks or ships in Europe without permission can lead to serious penalties. In Russia and Germany strict rules apply with fines and possible imprisonment. public figures and public buildings may be exempt. Italy charges small fees for each photo plate at sites like Pompeii.
A historical scan covers European state lotteries from ancient Rome to 19th century England, noting profits, morals, and abolition. It recounts John Jacob Astor facing an extortion attempt with calm bravery aboard a voyage, and ponders odd Bavarian foundations and civic tales from Yonkers to Germany.
A fragment describes a Nakous site near the Red Sea where underground sounds resemble a bell, with Arabs attributing it to a monk bell and philosophers to possible volcanic activity. It then shifts to seventeenth century English stage wagons known as hell carts, notes their drunken drivers and a Charles I era act regulating wagon size that proved impractical to enforce.
Prince Napoleon, seen as a prophet by some, confronted the emperor over the war declaration at St Cloud. Their stormy interview ended with mutual reproach and the prince predicting Germany's strength over France, insisting they should prepare for defeat.
A jumble of historical snippets on Whitsun ale profits used for church rates in Oxfordshire towns, a tale of Sir Henry Irving declining gifts including a Russian wolfhound, a 17th century view on horseless carriages, misfiring stage commentary, and assorted quotations on language, manners, and books.
Wanted two furnished rooms for light housekeeping. Call Local phone 294 or bill 925, 2658. If you want to buy a home or rent a house, see John McConnell, Room J, Farmers' Bank Building, Indiana, Pa. 260-u8
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