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Newspaper
Mooresville Times
Location
Mooresville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 15, 1908
Page
4
The Mooresville Times notes federal office influence in Republican conventions favoring Taft, questioning the square deal as voters ponder its future. Local items include visits to Indianapolis, June guest plans, M. E. Sunday school officers, and upcoming wallpaper and paint promotions at Bass drug store.
Surveying for the new electric line from Mooresville to Terre Haute will begin next Monday. Crews start at the southwest corner of town then follow the Johnson farm south of the Monrovia pike, swing two miles south of the pike, cross it, and run parallel to Monrovia. Paper your rooms with up-to-date wallpaper patterns at Cooper's.
Miss Bessie Gruelle remains on the sick list as the town records multiple visits and stayings. Mrs. Josephine Bobbitt spent Wednesday in Indianapolis while Mrs. Allie Breedlove shopped in Martinsville on Saturday. Frank Poe made a business trip to Martinsville Saturday evening. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Poe visited relatives in Mooresville on Sunday. Wm. Young and family shared Sunday with Wm. Quinn and family. Mrs. Howard Thornberry conducted a business trip to Mooresville on Monday. Mrs. Ruth Caldwell, previously sick, is improving. Mr. Harrington and family spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Gruelle. Mrs. Fred Wood, long ill, is not yet better. Beecher Powell and family returned home after a few days at Orestes. Walter Rike stayed with his parents over the weekend. Miss Rose Perham of Cincinnati is visiting grandparents Mr. and Mrs. John Brady. Wm. Scott and Mooresville family visited their parents Mr. and Mrs. John Brady.
A list of coal oil uses from Anna Rh. Weakley: brighten furniture and prevent dust, wash clothes, ease ironing, stop squeaks, clean windows and sinks, refresh irons, remove gum from sewing machines, clean woodwork, brighten varnish, cure croup, wash stove pipes to prevent rust, and soften tar or wagon grease.
A compilation of short quips and jokes about politicians including Bryan Carnegie and Jeff Davis, social trends, and public issues. The item mocks campaigns, media, and public manners, noting Punchlike commentary on alcohol, prohibition, and urban life with regional references and editorials.
A reflective piece on aging, listing traits that sustain grace and happiness. It cites forgetting worrisome things, steady nerves, pleasant speech, measured expectations, cheerful work, preserved illusions, sympathy, kind words, and mutual respect as the secret to a long, fulfilled life.
Advertiser notes Warren's grocery on N Indiana street offers the best and cheapest selection in town with a focus on low prices and value for daily needs.
A promotional notice touts Brown's as the best place to buy shirt waists from cheapest to best, including lingerie and tailored mannish waists. It mentions the Auto Waist and matching stylish skirts available in all colors and sizes to suit everyone.
The Best assortment of Summer Hosiery at Mills Cash Store features a wide range of styles and prices for men women and children with new arrivals and special discounts for quick shoppers.
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