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Newspaper
New Albany Evening Tribune
Location
New Albany, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 04, 1908
Page
2
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A prominent Georgian urges that the letter and spirit of the constitution govern the electoral college. The item mentions historical amnesty and notable deaths from 1836 to 1863, with scattered references to astronomical times and civic figures.
The three year old Chinese emperor plans to extend Pr Oster's forty year limit on usefulness or uselessness, signaling a major shift in imperial strategy and governance.
The remark suggests that the few remaining viable names for Taft's cabinet are scarce and that past schoolyard confrontations may haunt candidacy, implying limited options and a persona driven selection.
The passage notes ideas about Hoosevelt possibly challenging the solid south but observes the south has not spoken on this since the Civil War era, around 1861 to 1865.
The text discusses a campaign tactic inviting voters and supporters to engage through extensive door to door efforts. It notes cabinet slate speculation, political guesswork, and the desire to keep candidates busy guessing about real appointments.
The article notes Taft urging consumers to press for tariff changes, contrasting public noise over Chicago platform with calls to testify before the Ways and Means Committee. It quotes the debate on how to fix a new tariff schedule and recalls past political swings on the issue.
An unnamed source warns against trying unverified cough remedies and promotes Foley's Honey and Tar for coughs and colds. The note claims forty years of public trust and discourages experimenting with unknown preparations.
A famed first baseman promotes teetotalism with a tale of Leroy Vigors in an amateur game and a dicey hit attempt. The piece shifts to a Canine Intuition anecdote at a Georgia railroad eating house and wraps with a joke from Artemus Ward about selling a mare for a hundred dollars to “Mother.”
Before the ceremony a bride asked a Boston clergyman to insert the word obey in the vows. He obliged with both names. The bridegroom pledged I will, though he hesitated, and later teased the minister about the request. The minister joked that he thought the word was for the bride only.
A Chicago Tribune comic dialogue shows a mother scolding a boy for returning a ball she says nearly harmed her child. The boy retorts that she has many children while they have one ball, highlighting a humorous domestic disagreement.
A Boston girl or a Boston man can choose a new pottery bean pot with a lid. These units are designed as table novelties and are pretty enough to decorate a bookshelf or dining room shelf.
An advertisement asserts catarrh is a constitutional disease needing systemic treatment. Stall's Catarrh Care from F J Cheney & Co of Toledo is described as the only constitutional cure, taken internally with a $100 prize offered for any failing case. Sold by all druggists. Hall's Family Pharmacy is listed as a source.
The ad warns of widespread kidney disease and urges early action. It promotes Dr Kilmer's Swamp Root as the cure all for kidney, liver and urinary issues and mentions sample bottles and a free book by mail from Kilmer & Co. in Binghamton New York.
An American officer recalls a boastful British observer who mocked poor English shooting. After being handed a rifle, the American misses once then hits the bullseye six times in a row, prompting the Briton to concede that the Yankee is skilled with an English gun.
A Chicago youth recently received a note from his ex fiancée announcing her upcoming marriage to another man. The man replied he will burn the notes she sent him and asks her fiancé to burn his notes as well. The quip appears in Puck style humor.
A brief Harper’s Weekly quip reflects on modern correspondence and the absence of Paul’s era epistles, noting how today’s souvenir postcards would replace ancient letters.
A Boston Globe item notes a mother scolding a restless child at table. The girl defends herself by calling her behavior fidgetarian, illustrating a humorous, lighthearted domestic moment.
A Baltimore American quips about discipline and old fashioned methods. A father answers with a plain approach saying he gave his son a sound seeking and rejected new fangled ways of schooling.
Guaranteed to cure itching bleeding or protruding piles in six to fourteen days. If not cured, money refunded. Advertisement style claim. No medical endorsement. Price listed as 0c.
The Los Angeles Express reports that over 200000 moonstones are carried away yearly from Redondo beach by residents visitors and teamsters for construction. Police protests have failed to curb the trade as waves continually sweep more moonstones ashore, keeping the treasure supply ample.
The Yonkers Statesman offers a wry remark on hair, noting a man loses his hair only once while some women change theirs multiple times a week. The piece uses humor to comment on grooming trends and vanity.
Mrs M McRaeney of Prentise Miar writes she endured three months bedridden with kidney and bladder trouble. After two doctors failed to help, Foley's Kidney Remedy finally brought relief, making her feel like a new person and prompting her to tell other women of the benefit.
A packed week in the capital features the Southern Commercial Congress opening December 9 with about 2 000 delegates. The National Rivers and Harbors Congress aims to advance U S waterways as transport to ease rail congestion. Other events include the National Conservation Commission and a Senate fight over the Brownsville shooting case.
A reflective verse piece ponders if everyday talk in a Shakespearean register could carry a play. It contrasts elaborate diction with plain speech, noting varied characters rarely pause, yet questions the need to force such ornate expression.
A brief dialogue fragment shows a girl asked where she is going replying she will get the copper for him. The line hints at possible theft or illicit activity but provides no further context.
A florid man rushes into a shop asking a dentist to accompany him to a circus for a bad tooth. The youth agrees and asks when. The man replies he will come when he feels ready to have his arm amputated.
A foreigner educated on comic papers asks how much a man is fined for showing kindness to his mother-in-law. The obliging native responds, noting laws and customs vary and some questions reveal cultural differences.
Two immigrants from different nations met, wed, and initially communicated without a common language. Their bond grew strong until they both learned English, after which they continued their life together with improved understanding.
In a state campaign stop Speaker Cannon visited a town’s public schools. A young pupil attempted Byron’s Waterloo, and two sudden sneezes from the speaker triggered laughter. Uncle Joe joked he would not shoot, as the crowd roared at the comic moment.
Fragmentary Chinese report references Giannine and the husband’s corpse and mentions prime minister Vesadloma and MEPS Somerphaeds. Context unclear due to garbled OCR.
The Board of Finance of Greenville Township Floyd County Indiana will on January 7 1909 between 2 and 4 receive written proposals from banks and trust companies to deposit public funds for safekeeping under Indiana law. Proposals must include bonds and comply with official forms and act Chapter 222 of the Acts of 1907. Signed by James A Sco vy president and John W Kepley secretary.
The School Board of Finance for the School City of New Albany Indiana invites written proposals from banks and trust companies for receiving public funds deposits up to a specified limit. Proposals must be executed on official forms, include bonds if required, and be submitted by Cons Day President with Earl S. Gwin secretary attesting.
A tense morning exchange centers on a disputed loan with Brown denying any personal contact while another speaker insists a touch occurred. The dialogue captures friction over money and a gruff attitude.
A terse exchange reveals spiteful attitudes toward appearances and a declared dislike for an unnamed rival. The dialogue hints at personal conflict and ongoing tension between two individuals.
An old public notice mocks parental sensitivity toward infant care while advertising Foley's Kidney Remedy. It dismisses well meaning comments and urges absent treatment during crying, promoting a kidney remedy as a cure for general vitality. D. Hnoefel endorses the product.
The Board of Finance of Georgetown Township Floyd County Indiana invites written proposals from Indiana banks and trust companies to receive deposits of public funds up to a stated maximum. Proposals due January 9 1909 between 2 and 4 pm at the School House Georgetown Township. Proposals require official forms and may include personal or surety bonds or collateral bonds as security.
Notice states Floyd County Board of Finance invites written proposals from banks and trust companies to receive a Governor of public funds deposit. Proposals must include bond or collateral security and be subject to state and federal review with a March approval timeline. Attest officers Joshi Banker and Fenian Mineran oversee the process.
The Board of Finance of Lafayette Township Floyd County Indiana will accept written proposals from Indiana banks and trust companies for receiving and depositing public funds. Proposals must include personal bonds as security and comply with the state act to govern public funds and safe keeping. Bids are due at 2 pm on the specified January day at the Township Trustee office. Marviuss Sprigler presides. Joun Fl Penwick, secretary, authenticates.
The Board of Finance of the City of New Albany invites written proposals on January X for depositing public funds from New Albany and Floyd County Indiana. Proposals must include bonds and security and be submitted to the City Council Chamber with deposits to be kept under act Chapter 222 of 1907. Signed by President Bex Jackson and Secretary Raymond B Best.
The Board of Finance of Georgetown Town Floyd County Indiana will meet at 2 p m January 4 1909 at Dr Taylors Office Georgetown township Floyd County to receive written proposals for examination by the State of Indiana of the act creating boards of finance and governing the collection of interest funds to be deposited as public funds. Proposals must include personal or surety bond or collateral as security and be signed by the board president Jesse Burkhardt with secretary John H Thomas witnessing.
The Board of Finance of the School Town of Georgetown Indiana will meet at 10 a m January 4 1909 at Joseph Clipp's store to receive proposals for depositing public funds under Chapter 222 Acts of 1907. Proposals must include personal or surety bonds and accompany collateral bonds where required. Cas Argenbright president Jesse Teaford secretary J R Clipp treasurer.
The New Albany Township board of finance announces an examination of public funds deposits at 9 a.m. and 1 a.m. on January 4, 1909, at the Township Trustee office in New Albany Floyd County. The review follows Indiana General Assembly acts on public funds deposit safety and interest collection, with related penalties and repeals noted.
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