19 May 1914
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Newspaper
Indiana Evening Gazette
Location
Indiana, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 19, 1914
Page
1
A vintage ad promotes Doan's Kidney Cure for kidneys and urinary troubles. It touts relief from backache and weakness, claims wide use, and lists price and Buffalo distributor details. The copy emphasizes daily use and system cleansing by a trusted brand.
The four survivors from the burned steamer Columbian were picked up forty miles south of Sable Island by the US revenue cutter Seneca. They endured extreme thirst hunger exposure and delirium with one crewman dying after days on five biscuits and a pint of water. One officer Robert Tier suffered gangrene from frozen feet while Peter Belanger and Oscar Kendall fought exhaustion.
The article reports widespread strike threats by miners and related workers in several districts, with leaders like John Moore urging action. It notes impending actions, possible pay disputes, and tensions between unions and management. The piece also covers a separate crime note from Washington where Ambrose Stuski pled guilty to assaulting an eleven year old girl, with a four to five year prison sentence.
A 1914 report highlights Angora goats clearing fire lines in forests, low Canadian fire loss, and Japan's Kawase touring US forests to study timber selling and reforestation. Utah and southern Idaho plan over 858000 young trees this spring, while Armstrong Lake in Montana earns Lake Louise comparisons. Raisin: a cattle and horse sale with 30 to 40 horses and 40,000 feet oak boards is advertised for May 26 at 10:30 am.
NOSPENCTURE TIRE FACTORY of Dayton Ohio advertises non puncture auto tires with a 7500 mile guarantee covering punctures and wear. Offers various tire sizes with discounts for full payment, extra charge for non skids, and 15 percent order amount deduction for orders. Shipping paid by us if ordered, direct sales to customers to reduce middleman profits.
A fragmentary report describes a school election at White Plains New York where women vote and men grumble over ballots. It notes a prize money of 15000 to be sent to Italy and mentions students avoiding costly attire on a school ground. A Bilbao community in Spain is said to contain seven people with varying counts of dogs or fingers, among other odd details.
Descriptive account of Panama Canal defenses with trenches and fortifications. Mentions troops, positions along the eastern bank and approaches to key ports, and references to police and military presence in the area. Indicates a tense military buildup and strategic preparations for potential engagement.
An old style health ad promotes Mi-o-na tablets for indigestion heartburn and nervousness. It claims Mi-o-na strengthens the stomach wall aids digestion and supports overall health while warning not a cure-all and urging readers to buy fifty cent boxes from a local vendor.
A historical report outlines new education reforms under Superintendent Raelands. It describes a six year course plan and quarterly pupil advancement to raise passing rates, with emphasis on promoted students and reassessment after term ends. The plan aims to reduce failure and extend study opportunities across Ard schools.
Report alleges Mexican troops exploit second hand uniforms sold cheaply, mocking General Huerta and General Misti. It claims American gear appeared worn and inferior, with officials denying the notion of robust U.S. involvement in Villa's conflicts.
An old proprietor in a loud center gangway calms a disorderly night in a London music hall tale. A stag performer meets the crowd with a sharp rebuke until the audience settles, and the host apologizes after the hiccup as the crowd quiets.
B Wood McClave of Guantigood New Zealand and Mrs McChive at their summer home Colebrook Connecticut discuss a novel timekeeping display. The watch dial features portraits of family members including MecChive and Ormonde Mechives, with hour and minute markers named for relatives.
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