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Newspaper
New Albany Evening Tribune
Location
New Albany, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 07, 1908
Page
2
On August 7, 1785 poet Joseph Rodman Drake was born. The text notes his ode to America and mentions peace terms imposed by the United States involving Cuba evacuation Porto Rico cession and the Philippines. It also references astronomical data such as moonrise and Mercury at perigee.
A compact reflection notes how necessity sparks invention and how divine guidance mirrors the quickness of the hare. The author suggests practical ingenuity rises from pressing need and moral certainty guides progress.
An incomprehensible OCR fragment mentions firing revolvers at others, suggesting a crime or gun incident. No clear names, dates, or locations are readable.
Fragments mention chestnut blight and hats, drowning accidents, hunting rockers, a Fourth of July event, a vacationer returning to heat, and a trend toward many candidates in a future election. The text blends weather, safety, amusement, and political speculation without clear cohesion.
The Geological Survey reports the nation's coal supply remains adequate through 2035. Operators and miners face ongoing disputes, with conflicts arising over production and labor for years to come.
The text critiques technical flaws in the Standard Oil rebate case. It argues that despite a conviction for deliberate law violation, the reversal and deemed inadequacy of the act leave the transgressors with a risk of evading penalties. It warns the public to uphold the law and pursue justice through proper legal channels.
A city man who moved to a farm observes shifts in farm life as workers from the tramp and immigrant classes must be hired. He notes tension between help and “our kind of folks” as employers limit lodging and meals, revealing an economic problem for agricultural groups.
Dean Russell selects Mrs Scott Durand to read the movement for pure milk legislation. George Ellery Hale elected corresponding member of the Academy of Sciences. J C Rook claims to be the youngest Civil War veteran at fourteen. Wood and Schehlen marry in Waterbury Conn within thirty minutes. Death of General Stephen D Lee leaves two Confederate lieutenant generals. Caspar Goodrich to attend University of Saragossa celebration. Leonard Wood to represent the army. Ten Cleveland cabinet survivors listed. Walter I Pedige appointed private secretary to Secretary Wright. C Wagner named confidential clerk.
The article jokes about Bigsby preparing a patent aerial roost for airship pilots who wish to tie up briefly, noting his forward thinking and rapid build progress as reported by the Cleveland Plain Dealer.
A Baltimore American snippet shows a rider thrown by a kicking horse with a wry friend remark about the wreck. The brief item captures the accident scene and the rider's quip as he lies beside the animal.
A humorous Chicago News quip explains a cyclone cellar as the basement after a father chased a tomcat with a broom and a clothes prop. The phrase illustrates a comic misunderstanding of weather safety in Ostend Ma.
Frank J. Cheney of Toledo a firm partner pledges one hundred dollars for each catarrh case not cured by Hall's Catarrh Cure. Notary A W Gleason certifies on December 6 1886. The testimonial offer invites readers to send for more, with sales by druggists and mention of Hall's Family Pills.
The Prohibition party shows renewed energy in its Columbus platform and presidential ticket led by Eugene W. Chafin of Wisconsin with Aaron S. Watkins as VP. The party calls for nationwide liquor prohibition, DC dry status, end to tax on spirits, and constitutional amendments. Officials estimate about 30 saloons will close daily nationwide, signaling a sweeping temperance trend.
A reflective piece contrasts sentiment with reality noting might have been feelings as weak, opportunity as rare, and wisdom needed to spot wickedness. It warns against boasting, fear, and cruelty, while suggesting bravery and discretion in fortune. The quips frame human folly and resilience with sharp wit.
An advertisement touts Swamp-Root as a cure for kidney and bladder troubles affecting both men and women. It promotes quick relief, offers sample bottles by mail, and directs readers to Dr. Kilmer & Co. in Binghamton New York for more information.
The article describes hand wrought decorations using simple motifs and a trimming made from big silk rings covered with tafetta. It notes a seven gore tub skirt pattern in six sizes 2 to 38 inches, available by sending 10 cents with the pattern number 4065. It mentions cotton goods gaining prominence and new bordered fabrics in printed and woven effects for skirt designs.
An illustration depicts the interior of a country house with a green natting floor and rugs woven from rags, conveying a quiet charm and dignity in Colonial furniture styling.
A description details an old fashioned room with mahogany high desk and table, a green denln portiere, plain green walls up to molding, and floral paper above. The note is signed by R De La Baume.
A fragment discusses guessing who wrote a poem about snow and notes summer weather inspires or hinders poetry. The piece argues snow verses arise in winter and that hot July makes the poet refrain from snowy imagery.
A string of casual exchanges covers summer hotel occupancy, hiring workers, swimming ability, job types, and fashion habits. Topics include maritime seashore visits, fish sellers, color work, and questions about the Merry Widow hat reaching Paris, reflecting light social chatter.
The dialogue shows two men quarreling over India and Hindoo traits. One calls Hindus bellicose while the other suggests they are spare and frugal in tone. The exchange highlights colonial-era stereotypes in a Harper's Weekly item.
The Floyd Circuit Court in New Albany Indiana notes a divorce action filed by John F. Meyer against Kertha May Meyer due to nonresidence. The case, with attorney George H. Heater, is set for trial on the October term, with the action ongoing since 1904 and a pending affidavit confirming a cause of action.
A gentleman meets his medical adviser on Forty second Street and jokes about his health and a pale in the left shoulder. The doctor questions the gesture as a means to remove his coat. Harper's Weekly notes contrast with London Sketch on married versus bachelor life and receipts.
In Floyd County Court Annie B Krischart vs Christopher Krischart. Plaintiff files divorce action noting Christopher Krischart is not a resident of Indiana. Notice given of pendency and October term trial at New Albany court house. Clerk Floyd Olreutt Court.
The administrator de bonis with the will annexed for Mary S Gate deceased has filed the final settlement in Floyd circuit court. The Oct term 1908 sets a hearing on October 6 where creditors heirs and interested parties must appear to show cause why the accounts should not be approved and to prove their claims or their entitlement to any part of the estate. Mutual Trust and Deposit Co administrator and George H Hester attorney.
Advertises Foley's Orina Laxative as a mild non nauseating remedy for chronic constipation. Claims it stimulates liver and bowels to restore natural action and advises refusing substitutes from O. D. Knoefel.
A young boy enjoys a sunlit day on the beach creating improvised boats from shoes and stones. He sails his makeshift fleet while sun and sand tempers his adventure, even as mother calls him back from the surf to a tan and playful mischief.
Hazenville Indiana resident A S Nusbaum recounts a lengthy summer cold misdiagnosed by doctors. He cites bay fever symptoms and ineffective medicines before Foley's Honey and Tar quickly cured him. His wife later had the same positive result.
Homeseekers tickets go on sale on August 4 and 18 and September 1 and 15. The offer lists regions including 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 and others. Call at M station for information.
An interesting Jove story titled Their Suitcases appears aboard a D. and O. boat en route to Mackinac. Two prettily decorated suitcases with white satin ribbons play key roles in the tale. Send a two-cent stamp to D. and O. Navigation Co. 4 Wayne Street.
The Trustee of Storgedomn township near Tues county calls a September 1 1908 meeting to present estimates for township expenditures and taxes. Items include township expenses five cent tax per hundred, local tuition taxes 90 cents per hundred, special school tax five cents, road taxes and additional road tax, plus prior year poor expenditures. Total expenditures listed as 63 487 55 with total tax eight cents per hundred. Table shows land and personal property valuations and rail car related fines from prior year tax.
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