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Newspaper
Montpelier Herald
Location
Montpelier, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 02, 1908
Page
3
The passage notes a line from Gray about the noiseless tenor of life and the poet’s justification for its rhythmic merit. It reflects on artistic license, rhythm, and the poet’s rationale despite potential implausibility.
Grocers sell Our-Pie 10 cent packages with ingredients for two pies. Proper Cocoanut-Custard pie custard praised, but soggy pies spoil meals.
Sharpson says he has little acquaintance with Spunjall and is not impressed. Phiatz replies that he favors a V generally, giving a brief dialogue about their views.
Advertisement claims Fpazo ointment guarantees cure for itching bleeding protruding or blind piles in six to fourteen days or refunds money. Bold promise targets readers with hemorrhoid symptoms and seeks quick relief.
A church social recitation titled Soliloquy of a Traveler draws mixed reactions as Miss Rowry II and Miss Broadway Nobody struggle to hear. The piece contrasts with a pancake plug and a public spitting notice on ferries.
Final Department of Agriculture figures indicate a total crop shortage of 785,987,000 bushels versus 1906 and 377,287,000 bushels versus 1905. Corn leads shortages at 335,000,000 bushels followed by oats and wheat, with hay up by 6,431,000 tons and 3,045,388 tons respectively.
United States Senator Jefferson Davis of Arkansas addresses colleagues on trust control of business after nine days in office, aiming to set a new record for early speech. Davis, former Arkansas Attorney General and three term Governor, is described as tall, family devoted, book loving, and accompanied by his daughter as stenographer.
As the Atlantic fleet sails for the Pacific, the keel is laid for the battleship North Dakota in Quincy Massachusetts. The 20 000 ton vessel is expected to surpass all ships under Rear Admiral Evans in power and size, exceeding the Pacific fleet’s heaviest at 16 000 tons by about 4 000 tons.
The piece notes North Dakota will be 510 feet long with launch planned next October. Keel layers are nearly complete and over half the ship’s plans have been developed. The vessel is a sister ship to Delaware under construction at Newport News.
The Death Valley homesteading craze gathers pace as settlers plan irrigation and land reclamation projects. A railroad from Greenwater to the Borax works of Borax Smith supports the effort and an automobile stage line serves the valley. Piped water from Telescope Peak is even under discussion.
Texas Supreme Court declares final jurisdiction over the contested receivership of the debarred Waters-Pierce Company while Attorney General Davidson seeks a state receiver to manage the property during penalty and answer proceedings. Col A B Colgar, a noted jurist and statesman aged 90, died at his home.
A stream of satirical observations mentions Moncey’s poor circulation, an Aurora physician deriding beauty diets, rising living costs, and a banker call for more common sense. It notes wage and price tensions, divorce suits, military pay, and a scandal involving an heiress and an ex convict, ending with Saturn’s disappearing rings.
Mrs Eliza A Wiley of Liscomb Illinois reports eleven year eczema on hands improved after using Cuticura Soap Ointment and Resolvent Pills. She describes cracked bleeding fingers and nail loss then credits one soap cake and half a box of ointment with relief. Date October 18 1906.
In a shopping scene, Mr Mason questions a $10 price, the clerk insists it is $9.89. Mrs Mason notes the 11 cents offend the purse string, while the seller avoids implying a bargain. The exchange ends with a mild rebuke about fair pricing.
Levi P. Brockway of Anoka Minnesota reports five months in hospital due to heart and kidney trouble. He credits Dean’s Kidney Pills with addressing the illness and restoring health after a prognosis of six months to live. Sold by all dealers 50 cents a box Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY.
The text urges leaving daytime worries at the door to keep the home a sacred, peaceful space. It condemns discussing troubles at dinner and promotes a cheerful family meal as the antidote to indigestion and discord. It cites Success Magazine and Nord Kept as sources.
A humorous dialogue contrasts Milly's grace at billiards and bridge with Jane's pride in being queen of the kitchen table. The exchange questions why Milly failed to marry while Jane claims mastery in domestic life.
A 19th century testimonial ad offers one hundred dollars reward for any catarrh cure failure. It cites I J Cheney Co Toledo and endorsements from Wabping, Kinxon & Marvin. The remedy Hall's Catarrh Cure is said to act on the blood and mucous surfaces and costs 75 cents per bottle. Sold by all druggists. Also promotes Hall's Family Pills for constipation.
A literary figure Learoyd encounters Davol in a waiter’s apron at a budget New York restaurant. Learoyd is startled by Davol’s humble role and Davol insists he merely waits, not dines. The item juxtaposes elevated status with casual dining in a sharp, humorous tone.
The report notes Tunis coastal sponge divers have begun using submarine boats in their operations.
All kinds of rubber stamps made to order with self inking options. Includes ink pads and related supplies. Send for catalogue to Leck Bea 219 Fort Wayne Indiana.
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