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Newspaper
Montpelier Herald
Location
Montpelier, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1906
Page
4
Fragmentary line references a proposal about Sacar island described as a bowling wilderness and notes a stray animal phrase arising in the discussion. While incomplete, the remark hints at local debate over land use or conservation and evokes a humorous or critical tone about policy.
Many churches have not yet reopened in San Francisco, yet religion thrives as most residents recently become Juakers, signaling a shift in local faith practice.
Our countrymen returning from Greece bearing prizes are to be welcomed with cordial enthusiasm, while the Greeks bearing gifts phrase raises caution about hidden offerings.
The public tolerates Charley Towne as a persistent picker but objects to the frequent displays of his sore toe. The remark highlights local amusement and mild controversy over his exhibition style.
Described as dirty and corrupt, some grafters in the Pennsylvania railroad investigation are likened to emerging from a coal hole, highlighting widespread venality and exposure.
The Panama Canal Commission has not accomplished much in digging the canal. Botit has succeeded in digging up a great many excuses for the delay.
An advertisement claims chronic constipation stems from clogged bowels and torpid liver and promotes Dr King s New Life Pills as the best gentle regulators. Sold by Bonge Maddox druggists for 2 cents guaranteed.
The text lists farming activity and social calls across several households. It notes preaching at Goodboo, weekend visits by Wesley Garrett family, Mrs. Sarah Howard with Root, Miss Elsie Williams visiting her uncle in Warren, and multiple birthday gatherings with music and taffy.
Wells County's Cook case bill is trimmed from 577.82 to 3508.55 after D C Caldwell audit finds overcharges on jail guard, janitor, jury fees, and attorney bills. The report details item by item, noting mischarges and suggesting reductions. county attorney Burns aligns with Caldwell on the savings. Hartford City News notes judges had allowed some attorney fees.
Rain persists as farmers replace fields and plan hay harvest and corn plowing together due to late corn. Rev Myer preached to a U B church audience. Delegates selected for Anderson Young People's Convention. Residents visit, travel, and livestock activities noted including wells, shooting, and new purchases. Post lines for a telephone extension, graduations, and various local movements reported.
The Sweet & Woodward Oil Company of Chicago struck its No. 9 well on the Ervin lease at Keystone showing 150 barrels per day. It is the largest oil discovery in months and is expected to revive sluggish operations. Twenty-one wells have been drilled this winter with fourteen more planned. Five wells are exceptionally good. others average 12 to 15 barrels. Superintendent J. Cook heads to Keystone to locate No. 16.
Justus aims to secure right of way between Bluffton and Geneva for the Bluffton Geneva Eastern Traction Co. Work could start this fall if preliminary matters close this spring and surveys are complete. Route planned to Celina via Berne or Geneva. promoters tout gilt edged prospects with no rival lines.
Mr. 3. T. Barber of Irwinville Ga keeps a bottle of Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy at hand for instant use. He notes sudden attacks. the remedy has proven to be the best medicine he has used and is kept in his room. Sold by all druggists.
The speaker laments widespread fear of clever women and argues that fools cause most harm while the clever must constantly counteract their mischief. The passage warns against underestimating women's intellect and the burden placed on intelligent individuals.
An assortment of advertisements tout tonics for indigestion and stomach rest, a Chicago inventor’s collapsible baby buggy, and DeWitt’s Witch Hazel Salve praised for burns burns eczema and piles. Claims include digestion aid by Kodol, Manzan for piles, and general health benefits with broad endorsements.
Advertised list for June 2 1908 includes O Edson John W Garrett G W Johnson Clark McCormick Geo P Neilson as names appearing in the notice.
An advertisement extols Electric Bitters as a remedy for a wide range of ailments from digestive issues to liver disorders and malaria. It cites S. Brown of Bennettsville, S C, claiming the product restored his wife to health after years of dyspepsia and torpid liver. Sold by poses Maddox druggists with a guarantee.
Millions who never sent or received freight will breathe easier as the senate approves the rate bill. The action reduces uncertainty and aims to stabilize shipping costs nationwide.
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