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Newspaper
Montpelier Herald
Location
Montpelier, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1907
Page
4
H L Troutman listed as manager in office Room 1 Herald Block North Main Street. Post office in Montpelier Indiana stamped second class matter.
A Kansas excharge reports Job was the list printer with Job prister noted as the printer of records.
The text reports Harriman continuing to pay nothing while increasing work for the Interstate Commerce Commission. It also notes King Alfonso showing devotion to his people by taking time off from nursery duties to attend parliament.
Mr. Fairbanks argues prosperity will continue if the nation adopts wise policies in the current political moment. He critiques a claim about electing a tall thin president as a misinterpretation of policy priorities.
The Baltimore American highlights a recurring figure nicknamed the Anvil Character and notes frequent observations of favor toward the target foe by the knockers in past coverage.
The item asks whether Geo Kuroki was the 345th distinguished visitor and mentions American women being beautiful as a fact. It analyzes the identity and phrasing rather than reporting verifiable events.
A playful line contrasts a Western figure nicknamed Johony-on-the-Spot with a rival dubbed Willie-on-the-Lid, highlighting clever monikers in local speech. The exchange shows local color and nicknaming style rather than a broader event.
Fragmentary text discusses Alfonso not first map, two or three names, Bret payment demand, and a suggestion of recovery from fees as he progresses. The garbled wording limits clear meaning.
A fragment notes criticism of ongoing torture practices during the incubation period. It argues a man may not feel guilt until discovered, highlighting the pressure of public scrutiny on moral conduct.
A German theowe in prison says he merely tried to look as close as possible to the Emperor’s presence. Few people in Germany have the nerve for such a display of audacity.
The readable OCR fragment mentions a Democratic presidential nomination quote from the Montgomery Advertiser and then alludes to a riddle or contest. No clear event, date, or named individuals beyond the newspaper name.
Up to print date William Jennings Bryan has not shown haste in considering Henry Watterson’s offer to name an acceptable leader for the Democratic heats in 190s. Bryan implies he knows a man who fills the role.
Brooklyn senator McCarren argues against high salaries for state senators. He says large pay for a small salary office lacks moral support and the only moral thing seems to be the salary itself.
An Indiana advertisement touts kidney disease relief with Dean's Kidney Pills. James Champion of West Lafayette recounts back pain and kidney issues easing after a month of taking the product. The ad lists Foster Milburn Co as U.S. agents and encourages sales at 69 cents.
The 43rd Annual Indiana Sunday School Convention gathers June 18 to 20 at Kokomo with Sunday school workers from Indians and Indiana leaders. Prof. E O Exvall, famed Chicago music king, headlines and draws crowds. The program lists participants from Columbus Ohio New York City Hartford Greensburg Kentucky and many Indiana speakers and contestants.
A jumble of social visits and greetings across Montpelier and nearby towns. Residents including Mrs. Carey Huskies and daughter, Miss Alma Beeks, Miss Olive Wright, and Antrim Beeks host and visit relatives. Roosevelt speech in Muncie noted. several trips to Montpelier, Wells County, and Marion. Triplets of Mr. and Mrs Albert Beeks show progress.
Several farmers in the vicinity calved and arranged sales with a Hartford City buyer. Families such as McColty, Schwartzkouf, and Lees visited neighbors, while Rev Linville and area rovers called on locals. Ralph Wari recuperates from appendicitis as John Bence and family hosted visitors from Elwood. The community invites all to the Sunday evening children’s meeting at the U U church.
The Rebekeh lodge gathered last evening at their hall with a business session followed by an hour of social time and refreshments provided by several members. Miss Laura Strauv served, and several attendees expressed regret at missing Mrs Mesk's report on the grand lodge meeting in Indianapolis.
Hartford City resident John Burnsworth visited by his parents while John Garrett visited his brother. Knox children recover from measles as Thornburg and Lincoln travel. Emeline Rinard and May spent the day with Fileno Williams. Olive Wright visited Alins Beeks Moray. Dinners hosted for Emeline Rinard, Alpert Woolworth and Crystal, and Harristt Shales. Wm Spaulding hauled goods to market. Isaac Rogers and wife with Spaulding. Schedules show church attendance and visits among residents including Oscar Yeast and Richard Carpenter families. Macsoo Williams visited Ed Knox's last Friday.
Mr and Mrs James Deaver spent Wednesday with W Sala and wife Mrs Late Sills of Dillman also with Mrs A Shadle Mrs Ora Balsby called on Mire Jennie Shadle Wednesday Mrs S A Salai improving her farm by orchard trimming J A Deaver doing the work Ely Balsles spent Tuesday at the gravel pit but caught no fish Mrs Jencie Shadie spent Thursday with Mrs Amos Yountt A W Sala bought a tone calfer in BB A W Sala made a business trip to Bluttton Monday Miss Nick Cranar studied the mysteries at the degree of the Pythian Sisters Whita Lity Temple No Ho Thirty members were present and had a rou time
Local notes report preaching at Goonton last Sunday and Sunday evening. Several residents are mentioned visiting relatives or neighbors, including Marion caller Hiram Fogle and Perry Herring hauling lumber to Hoover schoolhouse. High water and road work warnings are noted as well.
The organizing committee announces a dance at City Hall on Friday evening in June. No invitations will be sent locally, so all Montpelier dancers are urged to attend.
Central Ratliff and Waugh report farmers discouraged by rain and standing water covering planted corn. Social notes show gatherings with families including Williams, Huffman, Woods, and Burson households. Local visits, baby births, and Sunday dinners fill the week as crop worries persist.
Carmel residents attend church visits and social calls through the week. Esther Dearcut Miss Florence Carter and Mrs. Soorwipe of Weis Gants are noted among visitors, with several neighbors dropping by on Wednesday and Sunday to share errands and help with household tasks.
A drayman, who injured his right foot weeks ago, walked today without crutches for the first time since the accident, though fear lingered as he moved around.
The city council met Tuesday with members present. Licenses to retail liquor were granted to Alais Walpurne and F P Fuller after testimony. A petition for a combined sidewalk and curb on Gract street was referred to committees. Land value dispute over street improvements prompted a note on compensation. Adjournment followed several routine motions and the school board seat election.
Rev James H Brooks from Blytheville Ark arrives Monday night to lead services at the Church of Christ Sunday morning and evening. He plans to speak at the prayer meeting and deliver a short talk, as he is considered a potential candidate for the vacant pulpit amid recent preaching itineraries.
Yoe Herald reports Hartford City trustees discuss potential changes to election procedures. Voters cast ballots Monday amid uncertainty over trustee eligibility and future legislative action. The board considers reforms to curb delays and improve oversight of local offices.
The Ladies Aid Society of the Pres portertan church met at Mrs. Simons home approving a program of talks on church summer plans. A wedding of Geo. Buweet is announced with Mrs Brown and others attending. guests from Kokomo and Union City expected for the ceremony.
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