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Newspaper
New Albany Evening Tribune
Location
New Albany, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 07, 1908
Page
2
The piece discusses European travel for souvenirs, mentions the Teal fleet, and notes American ginseng trade quotes about Chinese demand and price setting. It also covers grip disease origin, seasonal timing, and public health observations linking grip to fashion and feverish outbreaks.
Reports from multiple Indiana towns describe a strong turnout at the biennial Republican love feast in Indianapolis. Delegates and leaders express enthusiastic endorsement of Charles W. Fairbanks for president, calling him Indiana’s trusted choice and a safe national director of key interests.
Washington reports on Seattle's 1909 exposition drive seeking about 1.5 million from Congress for government representation, amid Jamestown costs and mixed sentiment. The piece notes congressional figures and colorful anecdotes about misread names and public documents.
The Republican District Convention for the Third congressional district will be held at Maennercher Hall in New Albany at 1 p m on Tuesday January 14 1908 to elect a member of the district central committee by counties with apportionment listed. The piece warns of dangers of benzine wood alcohol and careless handling of dangerous substances citing accidents and urging caution.
A quotation from Argonaut criticizes managers for seeking mere likenesses rather than fitting actors to roles. It argues true casting should match the character, not exploit an actor’s resemblance or background.
A quip on gambling’s mental toll contrasts daily work with anxiety over unseen bets and idle money. An ad extols Hall's Catarrh Cure claiming a constitutional remedy and offers to pay $100 for any uncured case, with testimonials available, plus Gall’s Family Pills.
An advertisement asserts that habitual constipation risks appendicitis and promotes Orino Laxative Fruit Syrup as a mild, non nauseating remedy that stimulates the liver and bowels to restore natural action. It warns to refuse substitutes and is signed by O. D. Knoefel.
A playful exchange explains irony as saying the opposite of what is meant. The column then advertises Foley's Honey and Tar as a safe cough remedy, claiming it stops coughing and strengthens the lungs, with a warning against substitutes.
The piece notes coal mine dangers prompting a federal probe led by Secretary James R Garfield and a push for a Bureau of Mines. It cites 1906 07 tolls of deaths and injuries in US coal mines, compares European safety trends, and mentions President Roosevelts call for safer mining. Also included is a dubious elderberry remedy for asthma.
In a discussion led by Mr. Gerber, officials urged the geological survey to investigate mining conditions and mine accidents across territories and states. The text highlights the Monongah West Virginia explosion, Naomi Pennsylvania disaster, and other incidents with high death tolls and community impact.
The article describes braiding on costumes with black tones and a winter look. It notes gold bands on hats and fur accents, with elaborate silver or gold trimming and pearl passementerie. A rich gold net band featured with relief figures stands out.
In Blue Velveteen 5845 millinery trims cost up to 20 dollars per yard. A shirt waist features small black bow ribbons tied to beauty pins. Velveteen remains popular for children’s suits, praised for durability and neat front details.
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