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Newspaper

New Albany Evening Tribune

Location

New Albany, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Aug 05, 1908

Page

2

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In History On This Date August Fifth

August 5 marks key events including 1777 the Battle of Oriskany and 1864 Farragut’s Mobile Bay assault with Confederate torpedoes. It notes Farragut ordered the Hartford to lead to show defiance, and 1888 death of General Philip Henry Sheridan. Also mentions 1805 peace envoys meeting at Oyster Bay aboard the Mayflower.

Mayrflower Oyster Bay, N. Y

Scattered Odds and Ends Highlight Uncertain Times

The column surveys varied topics from a looming car shortage to a courthouse tale. It notes a jailed bank employee who stole 4660 dollars, a reference to Wu on Chinese volumes, and a remark about Dick Croker and Kern, all framed as miscellaneous urban curiosities.

Venezuelan unrest sparks calls for Castro abdication

The text labels Castrosy as a menace to world peace and progress in Venezuela. It urges global powers to unite and pressure him to abdicate, likening the potential outcome to Napoleon's defeat in 1814.

Castrosy Venezuela Napoleon

Retirement of Life Insurance President Shines Light on Scandal

The article recalls H. Palmer’s retirement from a trusted life insurer once praised for community prosperity. It details a related corruption fund known as the yellow dog scheme, noting nearly 2 million dollars misused by insiders, and over 4 million moved by executives who faced disgrace, exile, or ruin as exposure ended their schemes.

Yellow Dog Life Insurance

Panama sanitation praised as miracle of American effort

The piece argues that American sanitary reforms in Panama transformed the Isthmus by waterworks, sewerage, and regulated streets, reducing tropical diseases and making the area safe for natives and foreigners. It cites the Lancet calling the result almost a miracle and credits U S administration for these health gains.

Penama London Lancet Africa Tropics Panama India United States

Tragedy Hits Clemenceau Aide as Dogs In Jealous Strife

A report notes French Premier Clemenceau owns two dogs, a griffon and a Russian greyhound. Jealousy over affection leads the greyhound to attack and strangulate the griffon, signaling a domestic tragedy amid political life.

M. Clemenceau

Count and Heiress Suitor Dream Ends With Comic Fall

A dream sequence ends when an American father questions the count over a proposed marriage to his heiress. The count refuses any cash settlement, claiming no debts, and cites love as enough. The scene ends with the father embracing the count in the waking moment as the man tumbles from bed.

Hana Nossing Sare Judge

Hall's Oatarrh Cure Ad In 1886 Toledo Notice

Frank J. Cheney a senior partner of F. J. Oneney & Co. swears to pay one hundred dollars for each incurable oatarrh case. Notary A. W. Gleason attests this December 6 1886 in Toledo Ohio. Company promotes Hall's Oatarrh Cure as blood affecting internal remedy. Sold by druggists 760 Mall's Family Pills advertised as best.

Frank J. Cheney A. D Hall F. J. Cheney & CO Toledo Mall

Notable American Swimmer Daniels Sets World Records

Charles M. Daniels, champion swimmer, rose to fame by breaking Olympic records in England and the United States. The New York Athletic Club member trained under Professor Alex Meffert after his father enrolled him in the Knickerbocker pool, later refining strokes to favor the trudgeon for speed. Daniels’ career helped popularize swimming as a major sport in America.

Hwarles M. C Daniels America England Charles M. Daniel Sensions St. Louis Athens Daniels New York Athletic Club Knickerbocker Club Fiat

How to Avoid Appendicitis in Constipation

A 19th century health note states most appendicitis victims are constipated. It praises Foley's Orina Laxative for stimulating liver and bowels, restoring natural action without nausea or griping, urging readers to refuse substitutes. O. D. Knoefel. Evening Tribune.

O. D. Knoefel

Church leaders Greer and Potter shaped New York diocese path

The piece profiles Bishop Greer chosen to head the New York diocese with 1903 consecration, his reformist stance and St Bartholomew's work. It recalls Bishop Potter’s earlier guidance, their shared views on church administration, and Greer’s vigorous healthful lifestyle. Also covered is Senator William Warner of Missouri, his rise to the Senate, and Civil War service culminating at Vicksburg.

David H. Greer D. D Potter New York Horatio Potter Greer St. Bartholomew's Parish Bishop Greer Wheeling W. Va Washington College Pennsylvania Episcopal Seminary Gambier

Swamp Root Kidney Remedy Promoted With Free Sample Offer

An advertisement extols Dr Kilmer Swamp Root as a kidney liver and bladder cure discovered by Dr Kilmer. It claims broad success in back pain and Brights disease and offers a free sample bottle and an informational book by mail to readers who mention the paper.

Kilmer Hright

Crosswalk Etiquette and Quiet Cars Crank Up Social Tension

In a satirical verse by financial writer, Pilkins mocks class snobbery and automobile status. The speaker notes a shift from sneering at others to being knee-deep in the yellow auto culture. The piece contrasts polite greetings with louder honks and rising self-importance in traffic.

On the Highway. Waggles-Gee and the Dog Bite Question

A lighthearted local note from the Louis Post-Dispatch about a dog bite incident with humorous dialogue between Waggles-Gee and Friend-Oh. The piece records the amusing exchange without presenting any legal or medical details.

Louis Post-Dispatch

People Want What You Give Them Quote

A Chicago Record-Herald quotation contrasts two views on success. It quotes debate about whether success comes from pleasing the public or shaping public desire. The exchange frames strategy in terms of perception and influence.

Chicago Record-Herald

Signs and Symptoms Quip on Appearance and Temper

A Baltimore American quotation notes that facial expressions reveal character, offering the say ing that a hatched faced woman often has temper on edge, illustrating early 20th century attitudes about appearance and temperament.

Baltimore

Man as a Shopper Purchases Waist for Wife

A gentleman tries to buy a waist for his wife as a saleswoman asks about the bust. He replies with a quip about not hearing the question, reflecting a humorous exchange captured in Everybody's.

Not Worth Repeating Chicago News Clip

A terse, unnamed Chicago News item notes skepticism about a prior story linking a kind lady to a hobo tale. The fragment signals doubt over the authenticity or accuracy of the previous report.

Chicago News

Visible Hairpin Riddles Stump Town Topics Readers

A playful Town Topics squib notes jokes about invisible hairpins used to fasten hair. The quip centers on Aunt Flopsy answering a child with a wry line about securing unseen strands.

Flopsy

Foley’s Honey and Tar Praised by Batesville Reader

Nusbaum of Batesville and his wife report Foley’s Honey and Tar quickly cured a summer cold with hay fever symptoms that resisted other medicines. The letter notes previous doctor prescriptions failed to help.

Nusbaum Batesville Foley O. D. Knopfel

Why does Maud bleach her hair in Her Arm

In the serial dialogue Maud is questioned about bleaching her hair. The response notes she is not deceiving anyone but signaling her true character through the choice.

Maud New York

HIS AND HER SUITCASE

A short romance titled Their Suitcases from the D. & O. Line follows a pair of suitaboats aboard a D. & O. vessel en route to Mackinac and features decorative white satin ribbon. Readers are invited to request a two cent cramp subscription card from the D. & O. Navigation Co. at 4 Wayne Street.

Mackinac Addresa

Homeseekers Excursion Tickets On Sale Dates

Homeseekers tickets will be sold on August 4 and 18, September 1 and 15. The excursion covers Arizona Arkansas Mexico Missouri New Mexico Oklahoma Texas Colorado Idaho Indian Territory Kansas Michigan Montana Nebraska Nevada North Dakota South Dakota Oregon Utah Washington Wisconsin Wyoming. Call Monon station for information. Kalles, Agent.

Motion Arizona Arkansas Mexico Missouri New Mexico Oklahome Texas Colorado Idaho Indian Territory Kansas Michigan Montana Nebraska Nevada North Dakota South Dakota Oregon Utah Washington Wisconsin Wyoming Callas Monon Station Informaton Kalles

Pensions Prolong Life and Its Economic Effects

An early 20th century analysis argues pensions extend life by improving living conditions and reducing anxiety. Using England’s Friendly Society of Iron Founders data, average pensioner lifespan rose from 68 years 6 months to 71 years 3 months, implying pensions influence longevity and future national costs. It cautions higher life expectancy increases treasury outlays but supports pension systems as beneficial public policy. A second note questions coin usage after minting trillions of cents, noting 137,133,777 pieces valued at 126,755,848 dollars were minted in the year ending June 30, with pennies comprising over 81 million of them, implying broad distribution of new currency.

Cooperstown N. Y New York West Bishop Potter Flo Tam Friendly Society of Iron Founders England China Sam Philadelphia Philadelphia Mint United States Philadelphia Press

Gum Key Trick Sparks Unusual Locksmith Aid

A Milwaukee client asked Romandka Bros to craft a trunk key from a chewing gum model made by a woman who claimed to have lost her trunk key. Though the firm could not duplicate from the model directly, they used a standard trunk key trial method with a set of keys while the gum softened from heat.

Romandka Bros

Bearded Indians Probed in Old Letter Discovery

A 1806 letter from Captain Amos Stoddard to Dr. Mitchell reveals a tribe of "yellow men" near a western lake who wore beards and many with red hair. Described as skilled with bow and arrow, the lake likely Flathead Lake in northwestern Montana.

Amos Stoddard United States Artillery and Engineers Dr. Mitchell New London Conn Stoddard Hocky Flathead Lake Montana New York Press

Her Modest Request Quilt Autographs From Empire Leaders

While serving as minister to Germany Andrew D White received a humorous letter from a western woman who sent four white linen squares for an autograph quilt for a church fair. She asks White to obtain autographs of the emperor the empress and the crown prince and warns them to avoid edges to leave seam space.

Andrew D. White Germany West

Naturally Acquired. A genteel exchange at a social gathering

Miss Parve addresses Miss Bright with hauteur while Miss Bright defends her natural scorn. The dialogue references Miss Parve’s assumed upbringing near her father’s glue factory. The Philadelphia Press frame suggests upper class social friction and satire.

Miss Parve Per Miss Bright Philadelphia Press

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