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Mooresville Guide

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Mooresville, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Apr 08, 1904

Page

2

Admiral Stark's alledged suicide attempt reported

The Mooresville Guide notes an alleged suicide attempt by Admiral Stark, former Port Arthur fleet commander, with uncertain outcome. The item also mentions a St. Louis man named John Silence shot after talking too much and a remark by Rev Dr Houghton about New York's elevated railroad.

Stark Port Arthur John Silence St. Louis New York Paradise Dr. Houghton

Army mulls camels for supply transport in Russia

The Russian army may employ camels to move stores as officials acknowledge the need to shed excess baggage and reform government operations. The statement hints at a broader push to streamline logistics and reduce burden on traditional transport routes.

Yale Alumnus Bets $100 For Yale Spirit Song

A Yale alumnus offers 100 dollars for a song that best captures the Yale spirit and the truce tone. The appeal questions what is wrong with the old nine rahs and invites new entries from students and alumni.

Yale

Chicago dressmakers meet to dictate styles

A skeptical remark questions the power of Chicago dressmakers convention to set fashion trends and asks which women travel to Chicago for the latest styles.

Chicago

Port Arthur under bombardment and a nuisance ruling

Military bands play nightly in the public square at Port Arthur while Japanese bombardment rages. A Massachusetts judge rules the screeching of a phonograph constitutes a public nuisance, reflecting a public sentiment long settled.

Port Arthur Massachusetts

Rockefeller controls scarce viotets. Knox urged to defend spring poetry

The report notes Rockefeller cornering the visible supply of viotets while urging Mr Knox to prevent interference with spring poetry. Hetty Green reportedly bought a mansion on upper Fifth Avenue New York and officials will keep tug-lodging retreat in Hetonen, not as before.

John Rockefeller Knox Hetty Green Upper Fifth Avenue New York Hetonen

St Towie Exposition Board Backs 8 Day Nursery Plan

The board of managers of the St Towie Exposition announces a plan for an eight day nursery on the fair grounds. The move is described as supporting infant industry and drawing criticism as an overreach.

St Towie Exposition

Tarie Amends Army Gifts From Private Purse

Fragmentary text indicates a person named Tarie has offered items from his private funds to the army. The readability is limited and no clear date or full names are confirmed.

Cvar Tarie Qeane

Yeats Quoted in Fragmented Notice of US Good Will

A damaged OCR fragment references William Butler Yeats and a saying about God being good to the United States of America. The readable text hints at a note praising national goodwill and a suggestion of trust in a plebeian misperception, but precise details are unclear.

Pet William Buntier Yeats Unitedd States of America

Stubbed OCR: Meaden celebrates Patric driving germs out

A garbled note describes a man who can drive disease germs from the country and claims Viglo can sieve foam and cleanse health with boiled water.

Meadern St. Patric

Unclear Balkan Intel Hints at Potential Assignment

Fragmentary lines report an Amazon of the Balkans possibly enlisted in a Buestan arom and slated for Tromtaninedimatels. It suggests Resstaps may seek her as an officer for General Ma.

Balkans

Ballon Yeeles Forecast Popularity in Coming Years

Santos Delment predicts balleoon yy eyeles will rise in popularity within years. Critics fear French mass enthusiasm may drive him to build castles in the air.

Santos-Delment Balleoon Yy Eyeles

Widow of New York Loses $5 Suit in Court

The New York widow has just lost a five dollar suit. People who can afford such clothes are careless in their spending, leaving them with little to worry about.

New York

Daniel Suiis Loses Cotton King Title After Slump

After a sharp drop in S000 production Daniel J. Suiis loses the Cotton King label. A rival who previously challenged the market finds that pushing against the odds fails.

Daniel J. Suiis

Boston Squdge Sound and Meaning

Boston papers debate the term squdge as a slang or misheard word, suggesting it may echo stush with a murky Emersonian tone. The discussion centers on how the word conveys city street grime and mood in local speech.

Boston

Heffelfinger Named Delegate for Republican Convention

Yale halfback Heffelfinger has been chosen as a delegate signaling a strenuous convention ahead. The report hints at possible big plays or touchdowns during the event.

Heffelfinger Yale

Grand Duke Visits Niagara Falls For Week

The Grand Duke of Oldesburg visited Niagara Falls, stayed a week, and returned home. The note suggests he did not risk travel during leap year and left without plans for further trips.

Grand Duke of Oldesburg Niagara Falls

Detecting Polygamists and Populists by Appearance

Analysts note difficulty in distinguishing polygamists from populists by looks in the Western country. Experts suggest alternative methods to tell the two styles apart beyond facial hair.

Six Inch Gun Under Construction at Reading Pa

A six inch gun is reported to be built at Reading Pennsylvania with a 30 mile range. The piece questions the aiming eyes expected of a gunner placed to target such distant aims.

Reading

Staphylococcus Emerges as Noted Germ in Currency Lore

An article describes a bacillus dubbed staphylococcus, noted for its dangerous potential and its ironic Russian-sounding name. It warns readers about the risk posed by this germ lurking in everyday paper currency.

Henry Drummond Publishes New Essay After Death

The essay Going to the Father by Henry Drummond, famed author of Natural Law in the Spiritual World, is issued posthumously per the New York Tribune, surprising many readers who knew him for his writings during life.

Henry Drummond The New York Tribune Drummond

Fatal Bull fight in Juarez shocks readers

A bull fighter was killed at Juarez Mexico on Sunday. The report notes the event seems almost unbelievable to those familiar with Mexican bull fights comparing it to an unlikely death in a French duel.

Juarez Mexico

Representative Bede's Quip on House Morale

The congressman makes a joke about the chaplain asking the Lord to look down on the House while many overlook it. He implies the Lord should instead look up to the chamber for guidance and counsel.

Bede

Czar Quotes on Identity as Paderewski Declares Polish Roots

The Czar remarks on meeting a famous Russian while Paderewski insists he is Polish. Nichol warns the other speaker to leave the country. Ignace Jan plans benefit concerts for Japan.

Paderewski Nicholas Ignace Jan

Marlborough to be appointed viceroy of Ireland

London reports suggest the Duke of Marlborough will become viceroy of Ireland. If confirmed the duchess and Lady Curzon would be American vice regents. The article notes the American queen extending her realms.

London Duke of Marlborough Ireland Duchess of Marlborough Lady Curzon

St Louis to Host Joint Police Drill Exhibition

St Louis will host a joint drill of police forces from several large cities at the exposition. The event will temporarily leave other cities under less protection, but will showcase St Louis and its integrated copper facilities.

St. Louis Exposition St. Louis Amalgamated Copper

Professor Gayley Slams Coeds in Offhand Remark

A California University professor tells his class that poetry from God or Gabriel would not engage them, calling the students giggling girls. The remark appears tied to a note about the Triggs habit described as a spending spree.

God Almighty Angel Gabriel Gayley California University

Filipino Republic President Killed in Skirmish with U.S. Troops

Macaris Sukey, little known to readers, dies after a skirmish with American soldiers. He claimed to be president of the Filipino Republic, a claim that shocks many and leaves readers surprised by the untold chapter in the conflict.

Macaris Sukey Cof

Wealth not worth striving for says Rockefeller Sunday talk

John D Rockefeller Jr warns a Sunday school class that wealth should not be the goal and urges focus on citizenship in heaven. He contrasts personal riches with spiritual aims, stressing that wealth inherited from a parent is not the measure of worth.

John D. Rockefeller, Jr

Buffalo Bill’s Wife Accused of Poison Plot

The renowned showman swears his wife attempted to poison him. He claims he ingested the poison she gave, but it did not work. He believes she knew an ordinary drug could not stop the legendary fire-eater.

Buffalo Bill

Cornell President Warns of Dormant Tiger in Blood

President Schumman of Cornell cautions that the tiger remains in their blood and warns against stirring it. He notes the tiger once belonged to Princeton, not Cornell, and comments on Tam man's influence in New York.

Schumman Cornell Princeton Cornnell Tamman New York

Kaiser and Spanish King Share Pleasant Visit

The Kaiser and the King of Spain enjoyed a cordial meeting recently. It is hoped Wilhelm offered Alfonso guidance on proper conduct befitting a young monarch during their time together.

Spain Wilhelm Alfonso

Harbingers of Spring Signal Baseball Scores Begin

The crocuses violets and birds announce spring but only the earliest baseball score on the sporting page confirms winter is over. The scene mixes seasonal signs with the return of the season’s scores and games.

Seedless Apple Question Remains Is It Good To Eat

Debate over a Western man's seedless apple continues as the key question remains unanswered: is the fruit good to eat. The remark highlights consumer curiosity and the practical test ahead for this agricultural milestone.

St. Louis Hotels Growl Over Fair Season Rates

Hotels in St. Louis announce rate increases starting with the fair opening, despite officials pledging no rise. The clash between hoteliers and authorities raises questions about price controls and cost of visiting the fair.

St. Louis

Marion Man Trades Teeth for Tiny Pawned Profit

A Marion man pawned his false teeth to a bartender for all cents worth of that which biteth like an adder. He now must use a knife to cut off a chew of tobacco.

Marion

Donkeys Enter Florence Ballrooms Amid Social Fad

Florence society ushers donkeys into ballrooms as a new vogue. The trend mirrors a broader enthusiasm for novelty in fashionable gatherings, sparking curiosity about the evolving standards of social entertainment tonight.

Florence Italy

The Voyce VVremya Reasserts British and American Progress

The article claims England and America lead Japan in progress while noting Russia lags behind. It portrays ongoing competition and speculation about technological and industrial gaps. The piece emphasizes national pride and geopolitical positioning.

Voyce Vvremya England America Japan Russia

Perfume Trend Revives as Fashion Writers Predict Return

Fashion writers say perfume is coming back into style though many shoppers plan to skip the trend. The piece notes uncertain interest and a potential drop in attendance if fragrance returns to prominence.

Russian Officers Prepare Banquet for General Pflung

Report notes a temporary halt in fighting as Russian officers host a banquet for General Pflung. The event is described as offering many cars to the general, signaling a ceremonial display rather than combat action.

Pflung

Copper Ore Near Richmond Sparks Riches Talk

Copper ore found on a farm near Richmond is reported to be about 90 percent pure metal and could prove a lucrative find. An unknown woman abandoned her five weeks old baby at the Grand Hotel in Rushville, who was adopted by a local family. James Toner, a coal miner, died in a house fire caused by a gasoline stove in Sullivan.

Richmond Grand Hotel Rushville James Toner Sullivan

Sheriff’s Son Contracts Smallpox in Fort Wayne

Foster, a one year old child of Sheriff Stout in Fort Wayne, developed smallpox. The sheriff’s entire force and many prisoners were exposed to the disease during the outbreak.

Foster Stout Fort Wayne

Marion Youths Cause Church Row After Mischief

Nine Marion boys and girls from prominent families were arrested after they cut up in church. The incident stirred a sizable row in the community.

Marion

Pike Oil Company Sells 490 Acres to Indianapolis Buyer

Bluffton based Pike Oil Company disposed of leases on 490 acres with eight producing wells to an Indianapolis concern. The sale carried a price of STOAG4.

Pike Oil Company Bluffton Indianapolis

Port land man dies after flood water enters home

Flood water entered the home of J. R. Ross at Port land while he was ill in bed. He died from exposure the following day as a result of the flood impact.

J. R. Ross Portland Ross

Flood Victim Joldie Brenneman Drowns in Indianapolis

Joldie Brenneman is the sole flood victim in Indianapolis and drowned on Saturday. Her divorce case, scheduled for Monday, remains noted in court records.

Joldie Brenneman Indianapolis

Wells Shot Near Redkey Promises More Drilling Soon

After drilling and setting feet a first class well was shot at Redkey last week. It is expected that one or more wells will be drilled in this vicinity within the next three months.

Redkey

Rural Carrier March Checks Distributed From Indianapolis

Checks for the payment of rural carriers for March have been sent out from Indianapolis. The payroll lists 1,563 carriers who will receive a total of 75000 dollars.

Indianapolis

Purdue memorial gym fund backs large donations from Ade and McCutcheon

Noted author George Ade and artist George Mc Cutcheon gave $1,000 each to the Purdue memorial gymnasium fund, boosting support for the project.

Purdue Memorial Purdue Memorial Gymnasium George Ade George McCutcheon

Death imminent for A. Ll. Livengood of Crawfordsville

A. Ll. Livengood of Crawfordsville suffers from consumption with death expected. coffin chosen, grave dug, and mourning attire prepared.

A. Ll. Livengood Crawfordsville

Shockley Accused of Fatally Wounding Father-in-law

Frank Shockley of Litton struck his father-in-law George Dodson with a shoe last, causing fatal injuries. Shockley cites self defense and public sympathy favors him.

Frank Shockley Litton George Dodson Shockley

Shortest Knights of Pythias member from Russiaville

William Freeman of Russiaville is the shortest Knights of Pythias member in the state at 52 inches tall due to proportionate body length and shortened legs.

William Freeman Russiaville Pythias

Princeton Boy Francis Cook Dies After Schoolyard Incident

Francis Cook a T year old pupil at a Princeton school died from injuries after being dragged around and bumped against a post by schoolmates. The assault severely damaged his spine and led to his death.

Francis Cook Princeton

Richmond artists plan Whitewater river landscapes next summer

Richmond artists will paint landscapes along the Whitewater river next summer. Several in the group are celebrated for landscapes and they missed a great opportunity to paint water scapes last week.

Richmond Whitewater

Indianapolis Woman Dies in New York at Age Twenty Three

Mrs Chauncey Morlan of Indianapolis died in New York last week aged 23. She weighed 454 pounds. Mr Morlan, her survivor, possesses 748 pounds. The couple had recently traveled in Europe.

Chauncey Morlan Indianapolis New York

Man Uses Chloroform Jars Regularly Says He Can Dispose a Quart

A man admits to using chloroform jars and has inhaled about twenty ounces in a day. He claims to indulge two or three times yearly and asserts he can dispose of a quart with impunity.

Anderson

High School Girl Struck by Exploding Test Tube

Miss Jennie Blanchard at Delphi high school was struck in the face during a chemistry experiment. Doctors warn she may lose sight in the left eye and the right eye is badly injured.

Delphi High School Jennie Blanchard

Jerry Gilmore Seeks Wife in Indiana

Wealthy Hamilton Ohio stockman Jerry Gilmore toured Indianapolis last week in search of a wife. He owns a 349 acre farm and is worth about $25,000. He desires a spouse at least 30 years old and urges Indiana maidens to act quickly.

Jerry Jerry Gilmore Hamilton Ohio Indianapolis Mr. Gilmore Indiana

Logansport Editor Ends 30th Consecutive Year at Chronicle

H J McSheehy of Logansport closes his thirtieth year as editor and proprietor of the Weekly Chronicle. He claims to be the oldest newspaper man in continuous service on the same paper in the United States, a status likely unmatched by others.

Logansport Indiana H. J. McSheehy Weekly Chronicle McSheehy United States

Farmer claims hens lay two eggs a day in dark house

Elmer Swain near Flora announces a method to double egg production by keeping hens in a fully dark poultry house. Hens enter at night, lay in the morning, are returned to darkness, and upon release in daylight lay a second egg believing it is another day.

Elmer Swain Flora

Tarkington’s legislative tale to appear in August

Indianapolis reports Newton Booth Tarkington author of Beaucaire will publish a political story in August. The piece uses well known scions for its characters and centers on a bill and legislators. It contrasts country members’ seriousness with the flippancy of professional politicians.

Indianapolis Newton Booth Tarkington

Floods Recede In Famous French Lick Valley

One of the greatest floods in the history of the French Lick Valley is receding. No damage to the big hotel property or to Pluto and other hotel springs occurred, though portions of the valley were submerged. The hotel corporation had taken precautions in advance to protect its property.

French Lick Valley Pluto Big Hotel Corporation

Burglar Jim Anderson and Kid Duncan Arrest Near Portland

Chillicothe Ohio police arrest burglar Jim Anderson and escaped convict Kid Duncan who were linked to a post office safe blow in the same region. The pair were spotted east of Portland the day before the burglary, fueling strong local interest.

Chillicothe Ohio Jim Anderson Kid” Duncan Portland

Soap bubble party leads Mishawaka social line

Leaders of local society return to tradition with a soap bubble party. Old and demure ladies join younger, fashionably dressed sisters to produce bubbles using clay pipes as in years past.

Mishawaka

Mrs Perry’s Suicide Attempt In Elkhart

Mrs George W Perry of Goshen attempted suicide by morphine while visiting Elkhart two weeks after her husband killed himself with morphine. She was found unconscious but expected to recover. The Perrys were known morphine addicts.

George W. Perry Goshen Elkhart Perrys

Juror Seeks New Trial After Bigamist Guilty Verdict

L. L. Holmes of Hammond served as a juror in a bigamy case. He initially believed the defendant innocent but, after praying for forgiveness, joined the guilty verdict. A new trial will be demanded due to his change of view.

L. L. Holmes, Hammond Holmes

Roosevelt to Speak at Grant County Commencement Likely

Grant county schools near closure plan a commencement address by Roosevelt. Invitations have gone to the President, but he may be tied to another engagement and not attend.

Grant County Roosevelt

Mussel Hunters Targeted by Pe tersburg Farmers

Fishermen along the White river near Pe tersburg plan action against mussel hunters seen as numerous and annoying. Hunters often find pearls but farmers want them to stay in the river as valuable scavengers.

White River Petersburg

Chinese baby born in New Castle to Indiana couple

A Chinese girl was born to Mr and Mrs Long Chuong who run a laundry in New Castle. It is their second child and is reported as the second Chinese baby born in Indiana.

Newcastle Long Chuong Indiana

Death of John G. Hauk in Noblesville Leaves Estate to Dowie

John G. Hauk aged 85 dies at his Noblesville home from dropsy. He bequeaths his entire estate to Alexander Dowie until the year 3000.

John G. Hauk Noblesville Alexander Dowie

The Great Confession at Caesarea Philippi

Sunday School lesson on Mark chapter eight covers Jesus asking who people say he is and Peter’s confession Thou art the Christ. Jesus explains his coming suffering and death, then teaches self denial and taking up the cross as conditions of discipleship.

Christ Jesus Caesarea Phillippi John the Baptist Elias Peter Satan Caesarea Philippi

Aid from Improper Source in a Wealthy Home

A burglar intrudes on a rich man and offers aid to a dying scheme, speaking of sincerity and leaving through a window. The rich man contemplates the impropriety of accepting help from such a source before the burglar vanishes. This vignette reflects on conscience and class in a New York World recount.

New York World

Doctor Called Too Late as Patient Lapsed

A Philadelphia physician, living near city hall, was summoned to a man he had never met. The wife explained she delayed calling until her husband lost consciousness, fearing he would not permit it while he stayed aware.

Philadelphia Philadelphia Ledger

Ancient crossing order sparks bold Alpine advance

Scrap from the Chicago Tribune quotes Hanni bal giving immediate command to cross the Alps. He declares unfamiliar terrain but asserts Italy lies beyond and that the sweet girl graduates all say so.

Hannibal Alps Italy Chicago Tribune

Whale story tipped as tall tale at the club

The narrator jokes that Jonah will have no trouble with his whale tale, while the club fellows mock his man story. True to the prediction, they question why his catch rose up the spout, echoing a New York Sun item.

New York Sun

Names on a Bank Note

A $5 bank note from the Seventh National Bank of New York missed signatures of the president and cashier. A clerk speculates the blank lines bore the names Carrie Nation and Alexander Dowie as president and cashier, and the note was accepted at face value by a nervous stranger.

Seventh National Bank of New York Carrie Nation Alexander Dowie New York Bank Seventh National Philadelphia Telegraph

Dodd's Kidney Pills Praise Highlights Spring Health Boost

Mrs. H C Harty of Lowndes Missouri reports long standing spring weakness and back and head pain lifted after using Dodd's Kidney Pills. She says she feels stronger than in ten years and credits the pills for her improvement. The ad claims the pills are a top spring tonic and widely used in families.

Lowndes H. C. Harty Dodd

Governor Brodie Advice Telegram from Rough Rider

An Arizona governor received a telegram from a Rough Rider asking whether to go to the Orient to fight in Russia or Japan. He advised the soldier to stay in the United States, deeming it better than either option.

Brodie Arizona Rough Riders Orient Russia Japan United States Omaha

Etiquette Tale About Extra Forks At Dinner

A laundress’s child asks about why each place setting has two forks. The reply explains the extra fork is for catching a dropped utensil, reflecting class norms seen in a Detroit Free Press snippet.

Detroit Free Press

Constipation Linked to Typhoid and Malaria Remedy

An inexpensive remedy claim Mull's Grape Tonic prevents typhoid and malaria by keeping bowels open and soothing digestion. The ad promises free 30c bottles on request and urges sending address to Lightning Medicine Co in Rock Island Illinois.

Mull Lightning Medicine Co Third Avenue Rock Island Mull’s

They knew Better. She Does Your Employer Story

A fragment from Town Topics hints at workplace anecdotes about a boss and clerk. The exchange implies a culture of curiosity and frankness in employer staff relationships.

Look Out for Domestic Weather After a December May Wedding

The note hints at weather patterns turning milder after a December May wedding. It suggests a trend toward more equable conditions domestically, with seasonal shifts influencing postnuptial climate expectations.

The Wait for a Dead Man’s Shoes Provokes Debate

A pithy remark on patience and ambition challenges the idea that waiting for someone else’s failure is virtuous, suggesting a critique of passive strategies in competing ambitions.

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