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Newspaper
Montpelier Herald
Location
Montpelier, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1906
Page
12
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The report that the President removed the Governor of Oregon for insubordination has been denied. Roosevelt states he does not want the country to lose sight of Taft and will remain visible to the public.
Gov Magoon declares he will demand resignations from all corrupt officers in Cuba. The remark provokes a sharp reaction with references to Roosevelt and political tension in New York.
The article notes packing houses use all parts of the hog except the squeal as courts assess whether even this leftover can be repurposed. It discusses legal scrutiny of packers and their handling of byproducts.
A commentator argues that thorough investigations into wrecks especially those involving railroad presidents could reduce future disasters by exposing causes and prompting reforms. The remark suggests that learning from failures would lessen recurrence.
The piece notes Roosevelt’s lively tongue and pen, contrasting his candor on Catholic questions with broader loquacity on other topics. It argues only horse sense and sincere intent could save him from self-inflicted political harm amid ongoing debates and contemporary controversy.
A 19th century humorist, Mark Twain, faces ridicule as modern tastes outpace his style. The piece notes his Washington lobbying for a copyright law while dressed in white flannels, mocking his aging wit and suggesting younger humorists view him as a cautionary model.
Hartford City Truant Officer Kemp filed a affidavit against Jobs Phillips of the L. E. and W. section for letting his twelve year old son stay out of school without cause. Phillips appeared in court yesterday afternoon and pleaded not guilty. trial scheduled.
The Huntington Light and Fuel Company controls 20,000 acres of oil and gas land in Grant County with 485 wells. Superintendent G. Robinson of Van Buren oversees the Grant County field, including Van Buren and Ispland. The operation includes a gas pumping station with multiple boilers and engines, an uptown office, brick shop, barn, warehouse, and a yard switch owned by the company.
Heavy rain last week left mud roads impassable for mail carriers. Mrs. Jake Kuttier remains on the sick list. Messisitto and Christ Hliser traveled to Hartford last Wednesday. District folks attended Sunday School and church last Sunday. Mrs. S. Kuttler visited Mrs. Mary Hiser last Wednesday afternoon. Rev. Mantz of Hartford City called in the area last Thursday. Mrs. Frank Capper visited her daughter, Mrs. J. Kuttler, last week. Mr. and Mrs. L. Senhartzkopf and family hosted relatives for dinner last Sunday.
Protracted meeting continues at Airline church with a few conversions reported. Local visits include Mrs. Sarah Carnes visiting Mr. and Mrs. Ed Lockwood, and Mrs. James Lockwood improving in health. S R Buchanan and family with Miss Etta McMillan visited T S Hurst family. Eva Schooly visited Wm Lockwood. S F Harter visited Lang Lockwood. Lita Romey’s daughter out again.
Notice from Montpelier Indiana merchants stating all businesses will close for Christmas Day on December 25, 1906. Signatories include Levering & Heap, Moore Bros., Crosbie, Millikan Bros., Mrs. Cowman Watts & Watts, M. G. Davis, Purmap Johnston, Cu, F. M. Beaty, and others.
W L Kawis of Belis Tennessee suffered nasal catarrh for two decades. He tried Bucklen’s Arnica Salve on the sore inside his nose which reduced swelling and soreness after application.
Notice announces an applicant, a male Montpelier resident, seeking a license to sell spirituous and intoxicating liquors in a first story front room on High Street, Montpelier, for one year. The filing targets the Hinexford County Board of Commissioners and Montpelier Common Council, with location described as lot eight in block two in Montpelier, and the action dated January 1997.
Public notice to Montpelier residents and Ward Two in Blackford County Indiana that John Steck will apply to the Blackford County Board of Commissioners for a license to sell intoxicating liquors in a specific 23 ft 6 in by 50 ft 6 in room on Main Street Montpelier for one year and to the Montpelier Common Council for a license to sell liquors in another premises for one year. The location details include lot 4 block 6 in the original Montpelier town plat and a ground floor storefront facing Main Street. Applications planned for January 1907 at the county courthouse in Hartford City and at the Montpelier City Council Chamber respectively.
Doc McGill stated yesterday he would not pursue starting a skating rink in Montpelier and would take no further action. He cited great difficulty in securing a suitable two room space.
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