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Newspaper
Jeffersonville Star
Location
Jeffersonville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1915
Page
4
Blanchard California postmaster writes of kidney and bladder cure after using Foley Kidney Pills. The ad claims the pills restore kidney function and relieve back pain stiff joints and swollen muscles, with a booster note from Ben Little.
Travel by trolley offers a 3.55 round trip valid for thirty days and 1.95 one way. The Hoosier Flyers depart Jeffersonville for multiple stops including Scetesburg Croth ersville Seymour Columbus Edinburgh Franklin Greenwood and Indianapolis at several morning and afternoon times. Local cars run 16:47 8:47 and 10:47 am and 12:47 3:47 8:47 8:47 and 11:32 pm from Jeffersonville to Seymour and intermediate points. Through freight care between Indianapolis and Clealsville with express service on local passenger cars. For rates and full information check agents and official time table folders in cars.
An ad asserts that undiscovered passions devastate lands cultivated by man and predicts worldwide calamity after reading a 660 page cloth book. It claims the first edition appeared in 1897 and promises future upheaval before a hoped restoration, urging readers to mail thirty four cents for a copy from The Temple in New York City.
The article notes how traditions fade as housewives adopt modern methods. Mothers and daughters now compare brands and results rather than sticking to family customs. Calumet Taking Powder is highlighted as a popular baking aid for consistent results.
A mob estimated from 190 to 500 white men surrounded the Muskogee County Jail after two negro suspects, William Green and Mathis Foreman, were accused of killing Patrolman Sam Neal. National Guard units faced attackers with fixed bayonets as crowds urged violence, while armed Black suspects in a nearby jet posed a danger if prisoners were moved.
Board of Trade observers note George White using Kempner Commission to trade wheat and corn starting with $200 and growing to about $200,000 in paper profits. He reportedly holds 250,000 to 300,000 bushels of December wheat, valued at a 20 cent per bushel gain or roughly $60,000, with much of it bought under $105 a bushel.
Mrs Gordon Ruttan of Highland Park hurled her infant into snow to save its life after an auto struck by a street car on John R street. She sustained severe bruises and was taken to Harper Hospital. The party of six or seven riders, led by Charles H Davis, suffered minor injuries as a wheel was torn from the car at Forest avenue.
Charles A Bonifer announces intent to apply to Clark County Commissioners at the February 1918 term for one year to sell intoxicating liquors in Jeffersonville Indiana. The business is a front ground-floor room 16 by 17 feet at Court Avenue and Walls Street, lot 1 block 30, in Jeffersonville. Bonifer is a male US citizen over 21, resident of Indiana for at least six months, a qualified voter, and resident of Jeffersonville Township Clark County.
In Marion Illinois on December 28 three brothers John Mike and William Wilkus were killed when Marshal John McDougall and Deputy John Kimbro fired at them as they resisted arrest at the family home near Freeman Spur. The officers were jailed in Benton awaiting a coroner jury verdict. The brothers, all unmarried miners, reportedly fought with pokers and the officers said they were struck before the shooting.
An alert-style brief details a sensational sales pitch for GASO-TONIC by White Mfg. Co. Dept promising gasoline at 3¢ a gallon, carbon elimination, and guaranteed profits. The clipped copy reads like an ad promo urging quick action.
Salesmen with ability to get a wearing with enginette and purchasing agents urged to apply. Splendid opportunity and territory open to big producers. Mr Adams Box 190 Station 0 Cleveland Ohio. Ad.
Arthur R. Robinson, candidate for U S Senate, declares in Irvington on December 24 1915 that if elected he will vote for national prohibition and opposes corruption and machine politics while stressing the issue is a moral one not party driven. He says he speaks for himself and would have supported the Hobson Resolution.
An advertisement promotes Foley's Honey and Tar for coughs colds croup hoarseness and bronchial troubles. Endorsed by Ben Doolittle and W C Allen who cite its use for children and family across years as a remedy for inflamed throats and breathing issues.
Dennis Donovan of Jeffersonville testifies his back pain and headaches were relieved after using Deens Kidney Pills. The ad claims quick, permanent relief and urges readers to buy the remedy from local dealers. Foster Milburn Co of Louisville KY is listed as advertiser.
Advertisement asks men to cover a focal territory and make a top prospect in America with large institutions. It notes annual earnings around $3000 and requires good references, signed by D. Emanuel of Anderson, Indiana.
In Waterloo Iowa on December 28 police judge Joseph Myers sentenced men convicted of drunkenness to jail until after state law closes the saloons on January 1. He said the aim is to curb last hour debauchery and perhaps spur lasting sobriety.
Oak dining table and six chairs in good condition offered cheaply. Lost pair of glasses in case from Chestnut and Meigs to Interurban Station. Reward if returned to 610 E Chestnut or call 341. Gasoline ad claims GASO-TONIC equals three cents a gallon, eliminating 10 in Cincinnati.
The regular annual meeting of the Citizens Trust Company of Jeffersonville Indiana will be held at the company office on Tuesday January 11 1916 from 10 a m to 12 noon. The purpose is to elect directors for the upcoming year and to transact other business as may come before the meeting. John D Driscoll Secretary December 10 1915. Adv 12-10-38
Advertisement announces a 1916 Christmas Savings Club forming at Citizens Trust Company inviting people to join to build funds for holiday purchases. It emphasizes easy weekly payments and collective savings benefits through the local financial institution.
An advertisement from White Mfg Co Dept 10 Cincinnati Ohio lists gasoline at 3 cents a gallon with a note that guaranteed terms are eliminated. The ad appears under the 11-13 listing.
A vintage classified style note promotes GASO-TONIL with guaranteed terms from White Mfg. Co of Cincinnati and a poultry book by E. J. Reefer in Kansas City. It invites readers to write for the free scientific poultry guide dated December 4, 1915.
An advertisement from Wynne Broom Co in Elmira New York offers 5 to 7 dollars per day selling new fibre brooms. It invites women to sample by parcel post at 30 cents and promotes daily earnings through direct selling.
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