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Newspaper
Jeffersonville Star
Location
Jeffersonville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 29, 1916
Page
2
A largely unreadable OCR fragment describes Severin a busy port with shipyards and repair shops on the river, noting historical figures and events linked to the town. It mentions nearby Whidewa and Flevota, and touches on river trade, defense works, and the lineage of regional rulers in a distant era.
Fragmentary OCR text describes a chaotic scene with references to light, radio waves, satire, and a mysterious event. The writing appears garbled and nonsensical, mention of names and places is unclear, with no coherent narrative or identifiable individuals or organizations.
A quotation attributed to Henry George asserts that reform begins with correct thought and the progress of ideas. It argues that oppression arises from mass ignorance and self interest, not from revolutionary changes, and that right action follows right thinking.
The article recounts the 7 date defeat of Louis NEV during the War of Develation in the Belgian city of Vermonde, famed for its 14th century Hotel de Ville, Cloth Hall, and Notre Dame church housing Van Deck works. It notes Vermonde’s location 25 miles southwest of Antwerp and 20 feet above sea level, with dykes cut during the siege and resilience of its people.
A hundred years of worrying will not secure any debt relief or funds. The statement emphasizes that anxiety alone cannot finance obligations or reduce financial burdens. No concrete actions are proposed in the text.
A party conference and purpose shape the battle for the Sixty sixth Congress. Republicans split between regulars and progressives amid hopes for liberal policy while avoiding radical demands. The outcome hinges on unity for growth and political survival ahead of the Sixty sixth term.
Voters express anger at large government expenditures and military preparedness spending. The piece argues wasteful spending and higher taxes threaten the economy, calling for restraint and accountability while critiquing party promises and governance.
The Chicago Tribune reports on a criticism of federal porkbarrel politics citing that southern states received a disproportionate share of funding since Woodrow Wilson’s presidency. It argues the North pays while the South enjoys government favoritism.
Fragmentary lines suggest Richaad Croker Jui returned to the country amid talk of nominating President Wilson for a third term. The text hints at mounting political maneuvering tied to votes and pockets of support.
The question asks what President Wilson would say to Warner Wilhelm about the murder of Geri subjects in Mexico after Europe’s war ends. It frames a hypothetical dialogue regarding wartime events and diplomatic incidents.
The passage argues that purely inward focus cannot keep a country out of conflict and suggests that in international matters two sides may provoke a quarrel while only one takes the blame, noting Belgium as a reference point.
The text notes that compulsory investigation as a condition precedent to lawful strikes was not mentioned by Mr. Wilson in September and only referenced after November 7, suggesting a late shift in stance following the election.
A digest of curiosities notes deaf assistance at a Delmar church, Spain and France adopt new tech in wireless stations and Red Cross motor cars, and Russia's population surpasses Western Europe. Items include a novel safety razor lamp, May saline fireproofing for textiles, a Carmen castor oil plant export, and early submarine experiments in Plymouth.
A compact low seated vehicle named moenautee claims simplicity for school trips and shopping. Weighing 560 pounds it fits in a standard garage and has been restored by government effort potentially tied to wartime landing party needs.
Senators William Kirby and Morris Sheppard, longtime friends, sit in the U S Senate after Kirby from Texarkana Arkansas is seated. They live three blocks apart in Texarkana on opposite state lines and share a unique cross border representation.
An officer questions a morning arrival pattern at a large commercial office in a case involving missing checks. The witness describes Mr Spiddings and his partner alternating arrival times, noting shifts from last to first and back, with vague predictions of future timing changes.
M Lepeau of the Belgian army writes the head of a Duluth cigar company requesting samples of their smokes to ease his loneliness during wartime. He notes prior time in the United States and asks for goodwill despite his insolent tone.
Western Canada dominates at the International Pry Carmine Congress in El Paso Texas taking top honors in wheat oats barley rye and alfalfa. Prairie producers also shine in potatoes parsnips beets carrots and rutabagas while markets rise with new outlets via Hudson Bay Railway and Pacific coast routes. Dominion government agents offer 160 acre free farms and affordable homesteader parcels near growing rail lines as opportunities for settlers.
To clean white paint not varnished apply a pint of best whiting with warn water and a flannel. Dip, squeeze, and dry the flannel then apply the whiting. Rub gently to remove dirt, wash with water, and dry with a soft cloth. The result looks fresh and preserves the paint longer than soap and uses less time.
How to treat dandruff by applying Cuticura Ointment to affected spots and itching, then shampooing with Cuticura Soap and hot water the next morning. A clean scalp means healthier hair and relief from dandruff itching burning crustings and scalings. Free sample by mail with Book. Address postcard Cuticura Dept L Boston. Sold everywhere.
In a lighthearted New York Morning Telegraph note a crowd is urged to become patrons by the animal king of a great menagerie. One onlooker stares in disbelief as the king promises talking deer, while the boy replies he was in yesterday and none of the deer spoke.
A father questions his daughter's use of rouge while she defends nature as preferable noting the red of leaves on the tree. The dialogue captures a light domestic moment contrasting cosmetic vanity with natural color.
A discussion notes the election of a woman to Congress and comments on women's suitability for the role. The speaker asserts women are accustomed to introducing bills in the house, framing the achievement as timely and notable.
An old style classified notice touts LAXATIVE BROMO QUININE with a promise of genuine product. It urges readers to seek the full name and signature by B. W. QROVH on a single card in one.
Kate Douglass Wiggins earns over $50,000 a year as the esteemed aue theorest, reflecting significant professional income in her field.
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