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Newspaper
Montpelier Herald
Location
Montpelier, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 23, 1908
Page
4
Notice shows B. L. Troutman as manager in Room 1 Herald Block North Main Street Montpelier Indiana with second class matter designation at the Post Office.
A dry Georgia personality insists the future stays bright by enjoying moonshine occasionally. Mise Gladys Vanderbilt notes a pure love match while acknowledging the need for money.
A fragmentary report mentions a large section of Vesuvius crater echoing recently. The odd tale hints at unusual volcanic activity and a playful wish for humans to laugh at their own errors.
Gov. Vardemen launches a lecture tour asserting he has the qualifications for the Senate, even as Mississippi voters and critics express a contrary disposition. The campaign steps illustrate ongoing political maneuvering and statewide attention.
A reader quotes a quarrelsome phrase asking about the appeal of fishing and laments the state of affairs in Jawjaw. The speaker, At'antea Georgan, questions whether conditions really are as bleak as claimed.
The Chicago News notes an elderly man talking about his past as a fool, yet he offers only partial truths and remains cautious about his own story.
Readers urged to break the stalemate with Marae Henry as a potential nominee. The piece argues Mr Claveland need not fear losing the Presidency due to an absent pension settlement.
A chaotic abstract notes how the Washington Herald and San Antonio Express discuss Hobson and Columbus as sources of newspaper copy. The piece mocks how Capt Hobson is deemed destined to be a good source of copy rather than reliable reporting.
A report claims Secretary Cortelyou will resign as Treasury head with George Von Lengerke Meyer named as his successor. Meyer denies official knowledge while noting he would leave the Postmaster General role reluctantly to pursue parcels post.
A brief notice states a higher health level session was postponed and rescheduled under the King’s eco spring plan. No further details on dates or participants are provided in the readable text.
David Tappan appeared for a preliminary hearing before Justice Fargo on charges of defrauding A. Li. Bunsold and wife. Bound over to the circuit court in 500. he returned to jail. Evidence included letters to Mrs Bunsold showing manipulation and requests for money amid affectionate language. Witnesses include A. Bunsol, his daughter Anna and Montpelier residents.
Jacob Loser of Pennville Ind reports being relieved of 8212 in cash and his watch by a white assailant on Calhoun street near the county jail in Fort Wayne. The aged victim, about fifty, wrestled with the thief but the man escaped after taking his money and timepiece. Fort Wayne Journal.
The Republicans in Blackford County plan a convention in each township on Monday February 3, 1904 at 2 p m to choose delegates and alternates for the Marion Indiana convention on February 4 1906 and to name two delegates and two alternates to the National Convention plus one elector for the Eleventh District for the 1908 election. Harrison township meets in Montpelier city hall with three delegates and three alternates. Jackson township meets at Millgrove with one delegate and one alternate. Licking township meets in Hartford City circuit court room with four delegates and four alternates. Washington township meets in Bell with one delegate and one alternate. L C Johnson chairman Finley Geiger secretary. EARLY
Delegates from Fort Wayne Retail Merchants' association head to Terra Haute for state convention to oppose the parcels post measure backed by Postmaster General Meier. They vow a nationwide, united fight with mail order houses and mil order business amid protests from merchants nationwide.
A Roll revival continues through the week with Rev Greenwald and Rev Earl Naftzger preaching to a crowded audience. Attendees described the sermons as thrilling and the church songs as moving. Attendance remains high Thursday through Sunday and plans to continue into the week.
R James of Louellen SC claims a cure for misery malaria poison production using Electric Bitters. He says the tonic quickly relieves bilious attacks and cleanses the stomach, offering relief from feverish symptoms and digestive distress.
A Hartford City News letter argues against the Ssiamonie dredging in Blackford and Jay counties. The writer calls swamp preservation crucial for farmers, warning dredging wastes resources, increases debt, and reduces future water protection.
Gar Lacey of Blackford county was surprised on his 28th birthday when about 50 relatives and neighbors gathered at his home after gathering at Mint Wort’s, and he admitted the plan fully after recovering. The evening featured games amusement and a fine meal by Mrs. Lacey. He received gifts including a watch charm and praised surprises.
Samuel Arnold came back from Pittsburg Kansas as a key witness in the May train robbery. He identified the bandits who held up the train, aiding conviction. The defendants received twenty one year sentences.
The Keystone circuit of the M P church will host its second quarterly meeting with the Keystone class on January 25 and 26 at Keystone. A business session is set for 2 p m on Saturday with Rev Jobo Jackson of Brece Indiana assisting the pastor. All invited, especially official members.
Reports say Perry Herring returned from Man Sistee Michigan last Thursday where he tended his farm. Mrs Joan Fensel visited Sheldon last Monday to be with her father ill there a week. Jesse Carter hauled wood from the Godfrey farm. John Fensel attended lodge in Trenton Thursday evening. A Jackson served supper during the great mine strike last week. Hal Norton’s son Martin was ill last week. Noah Dearduff butchered last week.
A Georgia reader quotes Cridge praising New Discovery as the best remedy for coughs sore throats and croup, noting seven years of use and calling it the best medicine on earth for coughs and throat ailments.
Mrs. A Simonton of Washington Street Montpelier Int says kidney pains backache and night-time urination troubles began to ease after taking Doan's Kidney Pills from Pioneer Drug Store. She purchased three boxes and was free from trouble. Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY sole US agents. Remember the name Doan's.
Judge Sturgis names Art Sidey of this city as receiver for the Tray Oil Co. The appointment follows the court action to protect company assets and settle valued properties in Blackford and Wells counties.
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