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Newspaper
Madison Weekly Herald
Location
Madison, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 24, 1916
Page
2
Written from Mattsoo Indiana February 24 1916 the article argues that Progressive leaders remain uncertain about backing the Republican ticket and that the 1912 four million votes still influence party plans. It notes Indiana’s 108000 Progressive votes in 1914 and predicts concessions to Progressive ideas could steer the June convention.
Four Charlestown locations were burglarized after midnight including the post office, the Charles Town Milling Company, Stalker Bros. drug store, and Reese Hughes saloon. Stamps worth two pounds, flour, cigars, tobacco, small change, liquors and tobacco were taken, total loot not exceeding fifteen dollars. Officials from the Jeffersonville reformatory travel to Charlestown for fingerprints and photos as Sheriff Long assists.
Allen E. Wilson 78 a Civil War veteran died in Vernon Feb 19 He formerly taught in Elwood and lived in the county ten years He is survived by his widow a daughter Mrs Cora Carr of this city and a son Jacob C. Wilson of Indianapolis
In loving remembrance of our dear father Jacob Bentz who died four years ago on February 19. Some day our eyes shall see the face we loved and our hands shall press his again. From his daughters Mrs James McCauley Mrs Walter Jackman and Mrs Charles Ritter.
Yeggmen exploded a nitroglycerin charge in the front office safe of George Hitz & Co commission house at 34 South Delaware Street but overcharged and jammed the doors. They took fifteen dollars from a cash drawer while coats were used to smother the blast. Police suspect entry through the sidewalk grating or cellar with guards on duty nearby.
Frank A. Phillips 36 and Kame M. Cline 61 wed after obtaining license at 8 a m. in Bl Kinney’s office. They traveled to Madison for dinner and honeymoon. Bride had previous divorce on February 7. groom previously freed from prior marriage in December.
The item cites a 1940s travel writer Catlin and a British expert claiming mouth breathers risk tuberculosis and influenza. It notes adults and children who breathe through the mouth may face health issues, urging prevention and awareness of breathing habits.
Chicago socialite Miss Dorothy Prank in a revealing bathing suit surprises Palm Beach onlookers. Her appearance draws interest from spectators from New York to Chicago as such attire gains popularity at certain beaches. London report notes German planes failed to damage warships in a Sunday raid near Loweft.
Madison barber shop proprietor Grace reports kidney pain relief after using Dean's Kidney Pills from Rogers' drug store. Ad promotes the product price 50 cents and Foster Milburn Co props Buffalo NY. Berlin Feb 21 Allies report German planes in raid on England returned. British air forces pursued them. London Feb 2 Asquith seeks 2 billion dollar wartime credit in House of Commons.
A German army corps comprises about 41 000 men 14 000 horses and 2 400 vehicles including cannon A corps spans 3 ½ to 5 miles on the line with rear elements taking 5 6 hours to join battle A ten corps army would cover roughly 37 miles front and consume nearly 300 000 pounds of food daily requiring a 100 wagon train for one day’s rations
In Chicago's largest maternity hospital footprints are taken within the first hour of life to prevent misidentification. The infant’s feet press onto a gloss paper, creating a permanent record from a scientific standpoint. Experts say the process will prevent changes or substitutions of babies.
The article traces Alaska's mining history in the Fairbanks region noting early prospectors sought placer gold and followed vein traces from sources to the surface. It mentions shifts in activity with new discoveries and the persistent search for rich lodes and veins shaping development in the region.
The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York endures three financial blows from the war. Patrons contributions are smaller. the city gift of $200,000 cannot be raised. and museum membership has fallen by more than a thousand.
Advice on ear cleaning for children warns against using hard tools or improvised implements. Warwax is normal and should not be removed unnecessarily. Use warm water syringing for foreign bodies and seek an expert if needed.
A local court case details how a single fault creates a second issue, forcing four lies to prop up a disputed claim. The involved parties include the plaintiff and the defense, with the incident linked to a nearby property boundary.
The Hoosier Limited wrecked in Frankfort as the engine and baggage car ran off the rails. The engineer and fireman escaped unharmed, car inspector Edward E. Bunch suffered a minor injury, while the baggage car and three coaches left the track but none of the passengers were hurt.
The New Orleans flood situation greatly improved as four steamers gather refugees and move them to dry towns for feeding and clothing. In Washington a State Department note says Germany refuses to modify submarine campaign. the reply is expected tomorrow or Wednesday, with Austria likely to follow Germany’s lead.
The Wilard Moran bout with a $70,000 purse nears fight night and Charley White, renowned referee, is viewed as the most probable choice to officiate.
Democratic House leaders said a proposal to amend the income tax law to exempt small incomes will probably be dropped in favor of raising rates on those already taxed. The discussion occurred as Washington moves on tax policy ahead of action.
The ad urges relief from stubborn colds by using Dr King’s New Discovery claiming lasting benefits and warning that neglect leads to bronchial and long term ailments. It cites that the remedy has been tested on all ages and emphasizes its strong efficacy.
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