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Newspaper
Mooresville Guide
Location
Mooresville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 05, 1904
Page
2
The Mooresville guide notes the king of Denmark owns a vast birds eggs collection valued around 75000. The piece suggests heavy tree climbing by the monarch and hints at a tobacco brand that President Roosevelt might use if he smoked. It also cites a Supreme Court ruling linking railroad fatalities to manager approval.
A vintage Japanese postcard captures a Russian admiral in a diver’s costume standing on a beach. The inscription reads Going down to review the fleet, suggesting a playful or symbolic prelude to a naval review.
Department of Agriculture notes peanuts provide about four ounces of protein and 2 767 calories of energy. The fact is cited in a humorous line about circus performers and their strength.
A New York woman valued at ST5,0008 died recently and left her husband only five dollars because he had not kissed her for nearly seven years. The unusual will reflects a bitter marital grievance and the belief that neglect could harden the heart.
The encyclopedia attributes poverty to drink inefficiency and shiftlessness crime and a fondness for roving. It notes a lack of money as another possible cause.
A noted agricultural expert notes hogs reportedly cut throats when swimming yet local hogs resist swimming enough to cause concern and disruption in farming routines.
The judge quips that in forty years on the bench he has heard only one lawyer tell a judge what he already knew. This marks a rare moment of candid humor about war as a legal matter and the courtroom dynamic.
The Washington Post cites a current magazine asking if America is developing an aristocracy. The quote signals concern about a growing class divide and elite influence shaping society.
Disjointed note hints at Queen Margherita of Italy visiting St Louis for a fair. Countess GP Stupanid and local visitors may meet the queen during travel and partake in related activities at the event.
A reader notes Milton’s Paradise Lost once sold for 25 down and estimates the manuscript now worth 25,000. The letter ponders how many modern manuscripts may equal such rise in value in the future.
A farmer jokes his echo once drew many summer visitors but in a quarrel with it his wife sparked a fight to have the last word. The echo strained to speak and finally went silent. The joke hinges on a mean man making up the tale.
The new mercury vapor arc lamp by General Electric is shown for photography and other uses at the St Louis Exposition. An adaptation called orthocrome is noted for general illumination. Professor Steinmeyer’s liminous arc is another novelty featured in the lamination exhibit.
The piece notes Miss Daisy Leiter’s heartbreak as her sister Lady Curzon blocks a marriage to a British officer. It hints that American independence clashes with traditional restrictions from family authority.
The excerpt notes that kings in India Persia and Arabia funded early hospitals before Christ. Ancient Egypt lacked formal hospitals, with care rendered at home or in temples. Plato describes Greek shelter houses for the sick with attendants in various locations.
Indiana commissioners urge a set date for an Indiana day at the St Louis Fair likely in October. The push cites growing Indiana interest and past success of city days, noting 196 425 visitors on Indiana day at the 1893 Chicago Exposition and promising higher attendance at St Louis with proper features.
A Harper’s Weekly writer argues modern ultra rich exceed famous old wealth but notes certain ancient figures like Joseph and Solomon held vast sums by today’s standards. The piece references a stolen Denver bank $10 000 bill and warns about rare notes and their value.
Since last spring Mayor Sylvester, vice-president of the Audubon Society, has had deputy wardens scouring the country to stop killing birds and destroying nests. The effort has reduced bird slaughter in the District of Columbia and shows school training in bird protection is helping, with few boys inclined to slaughter birds.
An Indiana agronomy note reports a State Agricultural College professor introduced Kansas alfalfa soil to an Illinois field. The soil carried alfalfa bacteria that inoculated the ground, reviving a struggling crop and causing a remarkable flourishment. This promising method aims to help farmers failing with alfalfa achieve better yields.
The British torpedo boat destroyer Waveney, displacing 5350 tons, mounts one 12 pounder and five 6 pounder quick firing guns and two 18 inch torpedo tubes. It carries 7000 horsepower from modified Yarrow water tube boilers, reaching 25.14 knots.
A Knightstown well reported 150 to 200 barrels was struck last week and is controlled by a local company. In Richmond, Black residents form a business league to promote economic advancement. Winona hosts a skirt dance tied to vaudeville acts prompting church leaders to intervene and restore normalcy after the controversial performance.
Business houses and saloons are shut in Bunker Hill as reform efforts push a stricter lid on local livelihoods. The sweeping changes reflect a broad crackdown aimed at temperance and public order amid the reform movement.
Cream and cake are served after services as attendance at the Muncie church grows, with more attendees showing up for gatherings.
Citizens allege strawboard plants upstream are polluting the White River killing fish. Environmental officials investigate possible pollution sources as residents call for action.
A hop ale joint in Bluffton was blown up with dynamite placed under the building. No one was injured.
A large gas well was struck east of Portland recently, described as the strongest drilled in the field in five years. The find is expected to boost local supply and activity.
Joseph Fehring of Hammond was kicked after brushing a fly from a horse’s back and died within hours. Authorities reported the fatal event occurred during the brush action with the horse at an unspecified location. The incident prompted local inquiry into animal handling and safety protocols.
The Standard Oil Company cannot process all oil from the Selma field and will install larger facilities immediately to handle increased output.
Mrs. Belle Sharpe of Bluffton files for divorce alleging her husband has been an habitual drunkard for the past two years.
Development of oil fields in Selma drives a threefold population rise in six months and prompts the town to adopt city amenities.
Elwood man Omer Scott sustained a broken neck several days ago after a hayfork fall but remains alive with hopeful signs of recovery.
A young boy, son of Rufus Counselor of Van Wert, died after a hog attack. The animal savagely bit him, tearing off one ear in the incident.
Charles Gravel a freight conductor at Logansport injured his hand on duty and is reportedly carrying the severed finger as a macabre keepsake. Local authorities were not immediately cited.
Mrs Cora Tunmore of Columbus attempted death by stepping before a fast train but was saved. Her sister had committed suicide last December.
The Reeves Pully Company of Columbus plans auto manufacture starting with a fourteen horsepower touring car.
H. J. Briggs, longtime manager of the Hampton County News, has purchased the Cicero New Era. Ruskin Barbour will take over as manager at the Hampton County News.
Squire Stadar of Columbus writes to Grover Cleveland urging silence for the Democratic party's sake. Cleveland does not respond to the letter.
J. C. Martin sells the Tribune at Newburg after nine years of publication. Emory C. Hall buys the plant and will shift the paper to a Republican editorial stance going forward.
Kenneth Stone Quarries near Logansport employing about 500 workers including Black and Italian staff may be abandoned due to material exhaustion. The site has seen a score of mysterious deaths in recent years.
City Marshal William H. Funk and City Engineer J. W. Goodman, both of War Saw, were killed by deadly sewer gas in a lift well. Funk entered the shaft to inspect the walls and suffocated. Goodman descended after him and also died.
Jeffersonville drops residence rule in marriage affidavits allowing non residents to wed in the county. Clerks decision to disregard the thirty day resident clause sparks anticipated rush for weddings and profits for marrying squire outfits as county receipts rise.
The Wawasee Fish Hatching Association reports plans to place 250,600 bass in Lake Wawasee around November 1. Organized by men from Indianapolis, Goshen, Elkhart, Wabash and Cincinnati, the hatchery project proved successful and will be protected by law until the next fishing season. Next year the group aims to hatch 500,000 bass.
Rev. P. C. Cauble of the Christian Church serves as chair of the ways and means on Vincennes city council. A. J. Taylor, a saloon keeper, is one of his strongest supporters. The pair aim to correct loose city government methods.
Congressman Fred Landis clashed with a large rattler at Maxinkuckee last week. Using a cudgel, Landis fought the snake until both retired, the referee calling the bout a draw.
Five arrests were made at Anderson for operating above the speed limit. The contraband machines were used to give rides to church lawn fete patrons. Police intervened, ending the event.
Elkhart resident Mrs. Thomas Wallin, cousin of former Secretary of War Gresham, suffers temporary insanity attributed to heavy reading. She averaged one book per day.
Fire wiped out the Republican party office in Boonville with estimated loss around 5060 dollars and only 31000 in insurance. Authorities suspect incendiary ignition.
George Seville of Huntington landed an eight pound bass at Basslake during a leisure outing. The fish is described as the largest ever caught in that water.
Will Vaughan will drive his automobile from Richmond to San Francisco in September en route to Yokohama where he operates an automobile business.
Adair Evansville visits cemetery at night and takes poison beside his dead daughter in an apparent suicide attempt or fatal act. Police report unclear motive and awaiting coroner results. Local authorities investigation ongoing.
John McCarty of Frankfort died after he slept on a veranda roof and fell to brick pavement below, investigators report a fatal fall from height during a sleep state.
John Richardson a pioneer resident of Wabash county is dead from blood poisoning caused by a rat bite authorities said.
A summer boarding house scene features a clash over modesty with one guest dismissing the outcry as nonsense while another claims a high vantage point, saying they watch the beach from the bluff each morning.
The passages describe Elijah declaring drought to Ahab and God guiding him to Cherith then Zarephath where a widow provides for him. Ravens bring food. the brook dries. the widow’s oil and meal do not fail as Elijah proclaims God’s sustaining provision. The tale ends with the warning of rain and a note on divine care.
The passage outlines divine assurances of care and provision. It cites verses from Psalms Matthew Hebrews Philippians to stress God’s knowledge of our needs and readiness to help. It then recounts biblical examples Elijah Joseph Daniel Peter and Paul to illustrate trust in trials and comfort for the afflicted. concludes with Habakkuk and Psalm 23 affirming steadfast joy and providence.
The text outlines lessons from prophets and miracles in 1 Kings 17 including Elijah’s response to Ahab and the drought, God guiding Elijah via ravens, and the widow of Zarephath miracle of meal and oil. It asks how these events illustrate trust in God and relation to work.
Elijah told Ahab it would not rain for years. Ravens fed him while he hid. God sent him to Zarephath where a widow sustained him. Her wealth was a handful of meal and a little oil. The miracle: the meal and oil did not run out. Our Golden Text: He careth.
Christ ordains two sacraments baptism and the Lord's Supper. A sacrament is an outward and visible sign of an inward and spiritual grace.
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