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Newspaper
Jeffersonville Star
Location
Jeffersonville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1916
Page
4
Cheap building described as suitable for factory use located on 3rd and 0 street near Market and Broadway. For particulars apply J Bran, manager, Claggett Saddle Tree Co., Niroth and Spring, Jeffer-Lon gley adv.
Mrs Matilda Rodgers arrives from Fort Wayne to spend summer with daughter Mrs W E Jacobs in Duncan Avenue. Mrs Fred Myer has improved since hospital return though still weak. Miss Jean Burke’s recovery, once thought impossible after Norton Infirmary operation, is progressing but will delay homecoming. Mr and Mrs A M Glosbrenner tour Indianapolis then return home. Charles A Hunt among Jefferson School Law post graduates at Louisville commencement addressed by Governor Stanley. Rev Lucien V Rule, Indiana Reformatory moral victor, has been stationed there since January 1 1915. Miss Ida McClure, daughter of Ky and Mrs William McClure of Wax Creek Ky, will wed tonight at Cox Creek Presbyterian Church.
A charge in Henryville Indiana led to a meeting with Miss McClure who was visiting an aunt. The event centers on the social encounter during the visit, with local residents noting the connection formed at the time.
William Scherm of Beaver Pa. suffered at least a thousand bee stings and three broken ribs after a bee swarm attacked him while he sawed a limb from a tree. He lost consciousness and collapsed to the ground. Rescuers faced swarms until a hydrant hose drove the bees away and allowed aid to reach him.
A Smithsonian exhibition on turquoise surveys its origins color range and cultural significance. Dr. Joseph E. Pogue discusses its formation value as a phosphate of aluminum and its varied roles in Navajo Bedouin Hopi Zuni cultures plus ancient Egyptian and Persian uses.
Classified notices list items for sale a cast iron coal range oak glass safe and a table with address 334 Meigs Ave plus a six room house for rent with bath at Watson and Baird. Also an advertisement for a health claim about bowel movement effects by Ben Coolittle.
Workers digging 290 feet from the Staten Island Ferryhouse found iron and brass cannon balls buried in cinders near Whitewall Street Manhattan. An 1764 English penny confirmed the items date to Revolutionary times. Relics now on display at the New York Historical Society with related shell fragments.
Mrs. R L Baker told delegates at the Women's International Missionary Union meeting in New Orleans that Americans spend 10 million dollars yearly on poodles and far more on hats soft drinks and candy. She said such spending could be redirected toward defense and sane household priorities.
The White Mfg Co of Cincinnati advertises Gaso-Tonic as a unique motor fuel claiming three cent gas price, hourly profit, and carbon elimination. It warns imitators and promises detailed components are free, touting chemists as baffled by its composition.
A promotional slip urges mail order for Foley products including Honey and Tar Compound for coughs and colds kidney pills for weak kidneys rheumatism and bladder issues plus a cathartic tablet for constipation and biliousness. The ad credits Ben Doolittle as advertiser and directs readers to mail to Foley & Co in Chicago.
Solicitors wanted to introduce the best Catholic proposition on the market. Big money can be made by hustlers. Benziger Brothers, 2003 Barclay Street, New York. adv 5 5 12 19 adv 5 27. Lost umbrella and reward offer. A reliable oil and paint sales job in Ohio County. Burdock Blood Bitters advertised for clear skin and blood purification.
Classified notice invites active workers and supporters to write The Wyman Co. at Box 147-E Meadville Pa for a broad representation opportunity. Also rental ad for a furnished five room two story dwelling at 122 Locust Street listed by B C Lutz.
WANTED SALESMA N to sell high grade paints and lubricating oils with liberal commissions and good territory. Also an ad for salesmen to sell to factories mills warehouses farmers with paints varnishes oils and related products. $50 to $100 weekly. The Votex Mg Co Cleveland O. Or rent four room cottage 311 Fulton street water lights sink kitchen large lot phone 743.
Madame Huntingford European Specialist offers a full course in hairdressing and scalp treatment at half price during summer. Instruction will be given in principal cities with personal coaching by Madame, plus manicuring and head neck care. Write 1018 Stevens Bldg Chicago.
For sale refrigerator almost new and family size, priced reasonable. Inquiries to 321 Watt Street.
Curtains advertised as ready to hang with no hemming required. The feature aims to ease house cleaning by allowing immediate washing and drying, after which the curtain is ready to rehang.
The ad touts Dean's Regulars as a gentler laxative option, claiming they satisfy thousands. Priced at 25¢, the product is advertised for sale at all drug stores in the period.
An advertisement by White Mfg Go Department 10 Cincinnati Ohio promotes GASO-TONIC claiming gasoline equivalence at 3 cents a gallon. It touts carbon elimination and profit guarantees with sales guarantees.
A Chicago advertisement offers cash for women to work from home with up to 50 dollars weekly for full time. No experience required and part time option available. Contact McNalb at 180 North State Street.
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