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Newspaper
Knightstown Journal
Location
Knightstown, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 30, 1905
Page
2
Tuesday edition from Steele Brothers publisher with editor Roy W Steele. Includes political opinions on Mayor Weaver graft and grand jury. calls out graft concealment, quotes Lincoln, and critiques Russia’s world standing amid ongoing fighting.
The document criticizes the especial grand jury for not protecting taxpayers. It accuses trustees of bad management and calls for new leadership. It condemns the whitewash as ineffectual and demands recovery of misused public funds.
The Russians have suffered a decisive naval defeat with no prospect of reversal. The Japanese displayed superior skill and preparedness, posing a strong challenge to the Western powers.
The notice warns that the first cold may be mild but the next one could last longer and be more troublesome. It recommends preventing and curing with Scott's Emulsion and urges taking it.
Knightstown residents demand a fire alarm system upgrade after a Sunday blaze exposes weak protection. Calls extend to cleaning water mains and pipes, urging council action to safeguard property and ensure rapid response during emergencies.
A protest against nominating Doc Zimmerman over Lee Nusbaum notes Richmond's mayoral contest mirrors Indianapolis concerns. The speaker urges voters to choose banker and businessman Stalnaker over Bookwalter, arguing for administration on a business basis free from graft and factional entanglements.
Dr T E B Reagan received the Master Mason degree Friday evening from local Masons. A large turnout attended memorial services at Wilkinson. About twenty Masons traveled to Greensboro for Greenboro lodge's fiftieth anniversary celebration. Ascension services by Knight Templars at the Methodist church drew a large crowd with a double quartet and soloist Luther Walborne, violin by Carrie Weaver. Rev H W Kelsog from Indianapolis gave an address.
Pennsylvania Lines announces special excursion fares to the Oregon Exposition from Philadelphia beginning May 24 and running through summer. The trip combines expostion exhibits with a scenic journey through the Columbia River area, with modest extra charges for extended stays. Details and dates are available from ticket agents.
Fragmented timetable notes and old railway references mentioning connections and fares. The text notes Wat Rong Easy Gown 1208 el ase and various times, with a closing line about old papers at The Journal office and pricing for yearly issues.
The Atchison Globe features Joe Tack, an engineer on the Missouri Pacific, touting Kodol Dyspepsia Cure after stomach pains. The ad claims it digests food and cures stomach troubles, with druggist Smith & Brown selling it. Also promotes the Journal want column for buying and selling.
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