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Newspaper
New Albany Evening Tribune
Location
New Albany, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1908
Page
2
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A brief obituary note lists Nathanael Greene born 1742 and died in 1786, marking him as Revolutionary War hero. It also notes Richard Henry Lee born 1782 and died in 1794 for introducing independence resolutions. The 1884 entry references the Battle of Cherbourg and the Kear sarge incident, and 1905 notes Washington as the meeting place for Russian and Japanese peace plenipotentiaries.
Astronomical notes record Bun setting at 7:30 and rising at 4:24 with the moon rising at 11:52 p m. The text mentions von’s age 21 days in A D 1819 and notes Winnecke’s comet discovered by Pons with a 5.64 year orbital period.
The readable text mentions two individuals and a potential plan or ability related to a shared objective. The wording is unclear but implies intersection of two actors and a shared capability or risk. No dates or places are provided.
The self-styled claimant to the Moroccan throne appears to reinforce his position by using real ammunition in his efforts. His actions include displaying firearms to support his political assertions.
Beef is up due to cattle scarcity while the russet shoe remains high priced despite a lower cut. The speaker calls it a scheme to take more money.
A contemporary notes King Solomon was never sued for a broken promise and suggests his love letters, if any, reflected serious intent rather than fluttering rhetoric.
Foreign observers in London regard the century defining conflict between haves and have nots as first to emerge in the United States. The London Spectator notes the role of social and economic divides shaping future national tensions.
The London Lancet notes the loss of real thinking power as a cause of mortality among prosperous midlife men. It argues that a forty year old businessperson may cling to habitual living and die from stupidity due to lack of mental stimulation.
A writer in Engineering Magazine argues that mere instruction in average machine shops does not solve the apprentice problem. Technical schools provide a proving and improving ground, producing shop trainees who are more capable yet still need real shop learning and proper home training.
The piece contrasts Robert W Miers critique of honesty in politics with Governor Hanly’s rebuttal at the Republican convention. It details appropriations for the governor’s office in 1907 and 1898, noting a real cost rise of about 27 percent, and explains that much of the 1907 funds were not usable by the governor’s office. It lists specific salaries, expenses, and contingent funds and cites a total of 15 292.47 in 1907 versus 12 020 in 1898.
The forest service studies show waste and neglected spots can become wood lots supplying timber and improving soil. Planting the right forest trees on poor soils adds humus and captures nitrogen from the air, akin to leguminous crops, making wornout land doubly profitable.
A tale recalls two men named W O Jones in Rutland Vermont, one a bank teller who vanished with over 15000 dollars and the other a saloon keeper. The bank clerk denied ties to the saloon man, while the saloon operator later faced public notice distancing himself from the jailed teller. Exchange.
The Cork Harbor Water club founded in 1720 as the Royal Cork Yacht club marks early yachting origins. By 1812 Cowes Yacht club formed with about fifty five yachtsmen, after which European and American associations expanded rapidly.
In Peru Indiana on June 10 Mrs Percy Williams aged 28 a handsome woman killed herself by swallowing carbolic acid claiming her husband did not love her. The tragedy was reported as a self inflicted death with no further details provided.
A note on historical tea table manners recalls that cream and sugar were sparingly used and tea was tested with a spoon while a hostess asked if the tea was agreeable. In Shelby Ohio a fire devastated the Shelby Steel Tube plant late last night, damaging facilities and causing an estimated loss near two million dollars for United States Steel Corporation.
Indianapolis grain and livestock prices show wheat at 85 87 cents, corn 70 cents, hay and silage nine to ten dollars, cattle 3.50 to 7.75, hogs 4.00 to 5.75, sheep 3.00 to 4.50, lambs 4.50 to 5.50 with large receipts. Cincinnati Chicago and New York ranges listed. telegraph daily wheat prices noted. Strong names and numbers reflect regional trading activity and market tone.
Advertises a one hundred dollar reward for any case of Ostarri that cannot be cured by Hall's Oatarrh Ifor. Proclaimed by Cheney Co Toledo Ohio and signed by local parties asserting F J Cheney is honorable after 15 years of acquaintance.
The Republican national committee meeting in Chicago drew many delegates and visitors as officers and the executive chair were chosen. Mrs. Fred Upham received a silver punch bowl from the old national committee for her husband’s local arrangements work. Chicago wore a festive display with national colors and election imagery across stores and homes during the convention week.
An extended advertisement extols Dr Kilmer’s Swamp Root as a remedy for kidney liver and bladder trouble claiming hospital and private practice success. It offers free sample bottles and a booklet by mail from Kilmer & Co at Binghamton New York with a reminder to mention reading the paper. The ad notes bottle sizes and drugstore availability.
A brief verse from Touche Hancock in New York Press notes that whispers and hints reveal more than words. It lampoons bores tattlers and gossipers, suggesting a quiet hint keeps others from guessing the rest and curbs rude social pest behavior.
A humorous exchange from the Cleveland Leader notes a neighbor claiming chickens wander into a garden and never return, prompting a wry reflection on poultry etiquette and garden borders.
The anecdote recalls Shirley Brooks, former Punch editor, famed for whimsy. He recounts a door threshold slight when a maid refused entry, prompting a playful plan to seek revenge by a later, meekly phrased return greeting.
"Look here Lucy," says Mr Hardapple. He scolds her piano practice and assigns a kitchen task to scale fish. Lucy objects, preferring scales, then heads to help her mother with the meal.
A humorous exchange notes three daughters: one wed a French chauffeur, another an Indian chieftain descendant, and the third a plain American businessman. The speakers conclude with varying judgments, from romantic to aboriginal to eccentric.
A Philadelphia Ledger item recalls Mrs J chiding a maid for keeping her mouth open and the maid quipping she opened it. A Gotham style quip about old men notes how a speaker’s wit lands on vacation timing. The anecdotes showcase playful misunderstandings in everyday life.
During his U S visit for the Roman Catholic centennial ceremonies in New York Cardinal Logue archbishop of Armagh and primate of all Ireland showed wit and humor. He entertained listeners with stories and was photographed in three moods including serious smiling and a wide grin.
The Chemical National Bank of New York, acting as a temporary government depository, has returned the entire public deposit of 1,028,000 dollars. The bank stated it does not pay interest to depositors and would be required to pay 1 percent annually under the new currency act, so it chose not to accommodate the government.
St. Petersburg June 19 Ruasala has started inquiries into the exact wording of the speech said to be delivered by Emperor William at Doberitz during cavalry maneuvers but will take no further action. The address reportedly signaled Germany’s readiness to defend against any foes.
No one expects that his grave will be neglected. Too many men honor women and abuse their wives. None of the things described as heavenly is to be found in heaven. A great many people who require references should give them instead. Fewer are ruined by great offences, but most men are sufferers from petty folly. Every man who takes part in your procession expects that some day you will blow a horn in this procession.
William Sloemer seeks Floyd County Treasurer as a Democratic candidate. Claude Sittason runs for re election as Floyd County Sheriff. Charles W Long is the Democratic candidate for Trustee of New Albany township. Canalista campaigns for Prosecuting Attorney as Floyd County officials face voter decision in November.
Bed M Jackson announces his candidacy for the Republican nomination for County Treasurer. The announcement outlines no further dates or opposing candidates and references party support for the bid.
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