20 Jun 1913
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Newspaper
Indiana Oxford Gazette
Location
Oxford, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1913
Page
1
Notice is given of the regular session of the horse thief detective association Benton Rangers No 109 on June 21 at 2 pm. Frank Glaspie is secretary. The item appears in the Cincinnati Enquirer.
A clipping lists a Jersey cow for sale and local items including balloon gift offers to a new subscriber. It notes fishing conditions near Aydelott and Rainsville, and mentions Mrs. A Bishir for weaving and washing.
The Free Methodist Church will hold preaching services every other Sunday at 10 30 a m and 7 p m. Local congregants are invited to attend these scheduled sessions at the church building.
A marked death notice appears on the Falls City News page for Anna Gazelle Lee, aged 23, daughter of editor C. W. Lee. She died May 25, 1913, in Salem from nervous prostration. note says she forgave those who spoke ill and rests in peace. Lee previously worked with a Benton county newspaper.
The piece critiques private lobbyists like Tyler and Wil Jean on tariff policy, arguing it is wrong for individuals to shape laws, while a president like Woodrow Wilson may use all means to sway public opinion. It questions whether free trade proposals truly lower prices for the people.
A reflective piece urges readers to seek and praise the good in people not the bad. It argues that highlighting positive traits changes how others see you and builds better community relations, noting both men and women can practice this mindset.
A jumble of clipped lines mentions paintings by Paul Farrell, a fireless cooker, and an octopus expert, plus a peculiar advertising scheme in Parks involving a restaurant, a mailing list, and sales tactics that drew crowds for a profitable resale.
A Christian Science service is held each Sunday morning in the KK Hall. The lesson subject for the week is ThePreserver of Man. All are welcome to attend and participate in the service offerings.
Judge Woodson of a county in htensas dismisses a case after claiming to have decided it the night before the trial. A new trial and a new judge were ordered for the man charged with contenant amid provocation for a publication. The incident reflects a Kansas idea unlikely to gain favor.
A Geneva man Charles Thompson asked the grand jury to send his son Harry Thompson to the state prison after testifying against him. The distraught father described eighteen years of alleged theft and depredations, saying his wife may go insane if his son remains free. The jury indicted Harry on grand larceny amid frost and weather notes and other local items.
The Pujo committee report links J. P. Morgan to major investments and accuses a Morgan syndicate of dominating global business outside Oil while the Standard Octopus controls that sector. Editors defend printing items despite reader concerns about offending patrons and suggest editors may be censored to avoid friction with advertisers.
The passage proclaims unity and discipline across local and national reform groups. It highlights the W C T U as unrivaled in inspiration and education, the Prohibition party's strong national focus, and the Anti Saloon League's leadership in shaping public sentiment. It calls for coordinated effort and shared glory in the reform cause.
It takes gasoline in the tank to run an auto. For Sale seven Indian Runner ducks laying every day. Paul Carr lists contact as 4 on 166. Charles and Mrs Wattles hosted a Wednesday dinner with a jolly crowd. Fountain County attorney Elmore Barce to serve next year. E. G. Hall remains Lake Erie attorney amid town concerns. A coal dealer asked about buying a fireless cooker, joking it might affect wood sales. They are a jolly convenience.
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