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Newspaper
New Albany Evening Tribune
Location
New Albany, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 08, 1908
Page
2
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The text discusses journalistic faults, ongoing world travel plans, expectations about a wife, Monroe Doctrine implications, South American events, and alarming tuberculosis and animal disease claims. It presents fragmented opinions on international affairs, medical issues, and public interest topics.
A year after a presidential inspection visit the canal's completion date was set at eight years with the pace of earth removed doubling since. Officials warn changes in plan may delay the project and raise costs, but public confidence remains as work continues and funding stays secure despite complexity and public concern.
The piece argues the unsettled fate of American boys and the need for active fatherly guidance beyond schools and benevolence. It contrasts past farming and trades training with modern systems treating boys as machines and stresses that fathers must plan their sons’ futures before taking on sponsorship.
A London jury acquitted a man in a circumstantial murder trial, labeling it the most remarkable case in years. Crowds outside and inside the courthouse cheered as the prisoner walked free, highlighting tensions between public sentiment and the English jury system.
London Bystander reports Farmer Jones scolding an amateur hunter about venting and shooting, claiming the animal is full of shots and would sink. The exchange reveals tension over hunting methods and risk.
Statistics from shirt and collar makers show New York men typically have smaller necks than out of town brothers. Boston and Chicago lead in large sizes while Manhattan shops report sizes above sixteen and a half require special orders. sizes up to eighteen are common in other cities. Eastern and western men are described as more hull necked than New York residents.
Readers hailed a cure for catarrh claiming Hall's Catarrh Cure can cure all stages of the disease. The ad states the remedy works constitutionally through the blood and mucous surfaces and offers one hundred dollars if it fails, with testimonials available by mail from F J Cheney & Co of Toledo Ohio. Gall's Family Pills also advertised.
Washington report notes Congress shows little movement toward Cleveland's proposal to pension ex presidents. The piece surveys wealth paths of past presidents, citing Cleveland, Whit ney, Lamont, Windom, Quay, Vance, Bryan, Roosevelt, and Nevada politics. It also mentions a flying machine defense bill and a Virginian named Walter Darrell.
An advertisement asserts Orino Laxative Fruit Syrup cures chronic constipation by stimulating the liver and bowels and restoring natural action. It claims no nausea or griping and warns against substitutes. Read the Tribune.
An old newspaper ad promotes Swamp Root by Dr Kilmer & Co claiming it cures kidney and urinary complaints. It asserts a range of ailments from pneumonia to apoplexy as treated by the product, with a sales pitch urging readers to send for samples and to mention the paper for a discount. The text imitates late 19th or early 20th century medical advertising.
An anecdote about Peter the Great who enjoyed pulling teeth and used his valet as an executioner to punish his wife for feigning toothache. The tale reveals the valet’s deception and the czar’s sharp, humorous indignation upon discovering the ruse.
The Republican District Convention for the Third congressional district of Indiana will be held at Maennerchor Hall in New Albany at p.m. on Tuesday January 14 1905 to elect a member of the state central committee for the Third district. Apportionment by counties. District Chairman TES.OOP Vate J vp.
A satirical poem mocks a grand New Year’s pledge that seems powerful on January first but wanes by January second. It jokes about regulations on cigars and drinks, urges correct behavior, and laments the loss of vice. An aside ridicules a photo caption about a wife’s arm.
Fragmentary dialogue suggests a wary encounter with a mysterious man described as dangerous. The speakers dismiss curiosity about the stranger, noting his poverty and lack of interest from others. The scene centers on suspicion and social distance without clear action.
Fragmentary verse mocks legal proceedings and debt with lines about the gavel and court scenes. It contrasts hopeful mischief with cautionary hints and a chorus of exclamations. Sparse names or dates appear, but the piece centers on looming judgment and social fear.
A collection of pointed aphorisms on marriage work ethics art faith money and influence. The passages weave social commentary with wry humor noting human foibles and the chance of loud political and personal shifts.
A London Methodist Times quip about why babies speech delayed until old enough to forget heaven secrets. An advertisement promotes Foley's Honey and Tar as a safe cough remedy that stops coughs and strengthens lungs, warning against substitutes.
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