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Newspaper

New Albany Evening Tribune

Location

New Albany, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Aug 14, 1908

Page

2

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Balloon downed on first shot in German artillerists action

The text notes German artillery bringing down a balloon at first fire, then contrasts wartime nerves under fire with the need for refugees to evaluate potential amnesty. It adds Taft must decide whether to heed Gompers on how to cast his union vote as a Steam Shovelers' Baron member.

Steam Shovelers Wille Willie Flere Sal Henry Hardrocks Chicago Record- Herald

Zeppelin Keeps Airship Afloat Past Day in Record Feat

The airship persists over twenty four hours marking a notable progress milestone. At four hundred feet in length the craft stands as a substantial technologic achievement yet remains an extraordinary project beyond general reach.

Count Zeppelin

The Atlantic Cable Opens Global Telegraph Era

Fifty years ago the world rang with the laying of the Atlantic cable. Bells rang, guns fired, and crowds cheered as Cyrus W Field’s dream became reality with a message from Queen Victoria to President Buchanan crossing the ocean, changing communication forever.

Atlantic Cyrus W. Field Queen Victoria England President Buchanan United States Atlantic Ocean

Not a Horseless Country Vet

Government census shows more horses now than in 1900 with about 20 million horses for a population of 80 million. Despite rising self propelling vehicles, horses remain essential on farms and in households, with rural areas maintaining higher per capita horse numbers than cities.

Senator Allison Career and Iowa’s Steady Hand in Congress

The late Senator William B. Allison earned a place among nation builders through a career spanning thirty five years in the Senate. Known as wise and moderate yet strong, he controlled rising public expenditure and tempered danger with cautious leadership. His Iowa roots and long service solidified his reputation as a stabilizing force in national politics.

William B. Allison Lincoln Allison Ohio Meadville Pennsylvania Iowa Senate Senator Ifoar Ingalls Ufe Alison

Observer Questions Bow to Husband Prompted Humble Apology

A brief exchange ends with a witty reply as a speaker apologizes for an earlier bow to a husband. The New York Telegram notes the humorous misunderstanding and the sharp observer who catches the moment.

New York Telegram

Umbrella fencing noted in French publication

A French magazine printed a photo of American girls fencing with umbrellas to gain parry skill. It claims the practice, though modern, began in Paris under Mme Guillemot who taught umbrella play alongside sword fencing for hygiene and defense, suggesting America borrowed the idea.

America France Mme. Guillemot

Alfred Austins Roses and a Toledo Patent Medicine Ad

Excerpted reminiscence on Alfred Austin with anecdote about Mrs Yates at his home, then a Toledo legal affidavit and an 1880s medical patent remedy advertisement. The piece blends literary memory with a public notice and an old drug store endorsement featuring Hall’s Catarrh Cure.

Alfred Austin Mr. Austin Edmund Yates

Army Eyes Air Vessels in Fort Myer Tests and Future Navy

The U S government begins actual tests at Fort Myer Virginia to gauge balloons airships and airplanes for an aerostatic corps in the army. Trials aim to prove machines meet specifications with five miles round trips and cost projections rise to millions for a flying fleet.

United States Ward Fort Myer Couime Thomas A. Baldwin California Wright Brothers Ohio Baldwin Roosevelt Naval War College Army Navy Washington Allen Congress Europe Uncle Sam France Germany Count von Zeppelin Henri Farman Farman Weight Brothers Aten Ike Graham Bell

Still Loyal at Empire Hall Fourth of July Night

A London Empire Music Hall event greeted American visitors with flags and songs as a human encyclopedia fielded questions from the audience. When asked about July 4 1776 the encyclopedia called the event an infamous hour, to the amusement and shock of attendees.

London Empire Music Hall Columbia Swanee River Encyclopedia Earth Mars Human Encyclopedia Everybody's Magazine

Duke of Connaught Encounters Veteran Veteran Advice

While in Cairo the Duke of Connaught meets an English mutiny ribbon bearer. The veteran questions army status and offers blunt counsel that the service needs brains or influence and urges the duke to quit.

Duke of Connaught Cairo Nman London T. P.O

Paris disguises and public disguises in dress and role

The London Standard notes Parisians shaping identity through costume and gesture. It argues poets, painters, journalists, and deputies all perform roles to distinguish themselves from the bourgeoisie, while Paris crowds admire the act more than the substance.

Foley's Honey and Tar Promises Quick Asthma Relief

A historical notice touts Foley's Honey and Tar as an immediate relief for asthma and throat and lung troubles, claiming it has cured many cases unresponsive to other treatments and contains no harmful drugs.

Foley

Homeseekers Excursion Vision on Route

Tickets on sale August 4 18 September 1 15 for Homeseekers excursion. Lists states and territories 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. Monon paper station provides information by H Kalies agent.

Vision Arizona Arkanesa Mexico Missouri New Mexico Oklahoma Texas Colorado Idaho Indian Territory Kansas Michigan Montana Nebraska Nevada North Dakota South Dakota Oregon Utah Washington Wisconsin Wyoming Oal Monon Papeen Iy H. Kalies

Swamp Root Promoted As Kidney Remedy

An advertisement claims kidney trouble causes many sudden deaths and promotes Dr Kilmer s Swamp Root as a cure for kidney and bladder issues. It describes symptoms and urges readers to mail for a free sample bottle and a book, listing Binghamton New York as the address.

Dr. Kilmer & Co Binghamton, N. Y Dr. Kilmer

The Boy Who Didn't

A collection of short humorous vignettes shows quick exchanges about honesty pride and small town curiosities. Characters include a truthful office boy a great financier and a skeptical postmaster with farm and weather quips.

Ribbons and hair Ribbons Fashion Forecast for Girls

Fashion notes describe how small girls wear ribbons in hair and accessories like back combs with ribbon rosettes. It notes hat trends with high crowns and net details, plus jumper dresses in linen and gingham for ages six to twelve and lists color ideas and fabrics.

Notice of Public Sale of Deceased Estate

The administrator of the estate of Gilbert H. Hancock deceased will offer for sale at public auction at the late residence in Franklin township Flay ad monty Prectieatas on September 10, 1908.

Gilbert H. Hancock Franklin Township

Hertha May Meyer Divorce Action Proceedings

On April 3, 1900s, George H. Petier attorney filed a complaint and affidavit in 1904 showing a cause of action against the defendant. Bertha May Meyer is deemed a necessary party though not an Indiana resident. The case is set for trial on the October term beginning October 61st in New Albany Indiana.

Hertha May Meyer George H. Petier Alan Kultin Bertha May Meyer Agme Anid Court New Albany Iodiana de Bonis Anne Ned Mary S. Gale Floyd Floyd County Indiana de Beals Merran Trust DxPost H. Hester

Stingy chump and sensitive plant in social jests

A pair of witty exchanges from the era parodying penny pinching habits and fragile reputations. The first compares Closely to a sensitive plant that wilts when touched, while the second mocks a husband for his wife's bridge skills implying a sharp game and a square issue.

Cincinnati Commercial Tribune New York Life

A Pointer For Percy

Perc y Vere talks of luck to win the raffie while Jess-Well says luck alone won t suffice in this Philadelphia Press item.

Percy Tesa Percy Vere Jess Raffie Philadelphia Press

Excuse Enough Confusion Echoes in New Orleans Debate

A brief Times-Democrat exchange notes a harsh remark about an unnamed figure who owes money. The line suggests tension over repayment and personal accountability, reflecting local tone and social frictions without additional context.

New Orleans Times-Democrat

How to Avoid Appendicitis and Laxative Claim

Advertisement advises that most appendicitis victims are constipated and promotes Foley's Orina Laxative as a cure for chronic constipation. It claims the product stimulates the liver and bowels, restores natural action, and is mild and pleasant to take with no gripe.

O. D. Kucefel

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