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Newspaper
New Albany Evening Tribune
Location
New Albany, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1908
Page
2
Notable entries show John and Sebastian Cabot credited with discovering North America. Also listed is Josephine de Beauharnais born 1763 and dying in 1814, noting her role as Napoleon Bonaparte's first wife.
The notice lists Sun set at 7 31 p m rise unknown moon rises at 2 18 a m moon age 26 days and 5 a m Mercury at aphelion indicating Mercury’s farthest point from the sun.
The report notes 1,000 sailors deserted the Pacific coast battleship fleet, sparking debate on policy. In Africa looming events cast gloom as regret grows about past opportunities, while the Shah of Persia threatens capital destruction to enforce obedience. King Edward VII's visit to Russia fails to halt political executions as Revel witnesses thirteen agitators executed and seventeen more sentenced.
A long remembered figure, Blind Tom, the slave pianist, is described as a marvel whose genius lay in music he could imitate perfectly after hearing once. He could not progress or learn, remaining a slave to his owners and the performance program, improvising only when left to himself.
Eastern papers publish independent democratic praise for Taft highlighting his balance, tariff views, regulation stance, and fitness. Critics from New York Times and World endorse Taft as the man of the hour, while American and others predict a Taft victory if nominated, contrasting with Bryan's uncertain prospects.
The piece argues July Fourth should shift from powder and chaos to dignified pageantry like Norway’s birthday observances and France’s liberty day. It cites 2000 casualties yearly and notes parades and public shows as safer, more patriotic alternatives for all ages.
Fragmentary dialogue shows a playful exchange about gifting cigars and self sacrifice. One speaker teases another about sharing cigars, while the other fondly saves them for friends. The tone is light and intimate.
One hundred dollar reward offered for any case of Ostarrh that Hall’s Ostarrh Care cannot cure. F J Cheney Co president endorses the firm and its ability to meet obligations after 15 years of dealings. Wan & Tavax, wholesale druggists, sign in support.
In a Detroit Free Press vignette farmers Abe and another man encounter Sim Jones limping with injuries after a wagon accident. They joke about a supposedly gentle colt sold to Sim by a peddler, and warn of pursuing the seller for a dollar if he resurfaces.
The conversation notes a secret engagement becoming widely known after a gold band was received last night, with one speaker predicting a brass band announcement to follow. The Denver News-Times reports the exchange reflecting social gossip about a couple’s commitment.
Dusty Dennis complains that touring cars are a nuisance and recalls being jailed with a chauffeur last night, unable to sleep from the gasoline smell. Gritty George asks if one of them ran him down. Chicago News report.
The article explains that all longitudes converge at the north pole so noon at London Boston San Francisco or Pekin coincides there. Thus the pole experiences no single time and could be any time of day, chosen by a resident with the correct context.
A. M. Ake of Wood, Jad states that years of lung hemorrhages ceased after treatment with Foley's Honey and Tar. He had tried multiple physicians without relief and credits the remedy with restoring his health.
At the Chicago convention on June 24 delegates praise Senator Lodge for firm control as temp chair Burrows fumbles Roosevelt's name. Police and fire chiefs restore order while aging Republicans receive honors on the platform, and Rev. Waters leads the Lord's Prayer.
The Louisiana legislature approved a bill prohibiting racetrack gambling. Georgia plans an uninstructed delegation to the Democratic national convention in Denver. Weather and market notes cross the nation from Chicago to the Southwest.
The advertisement promotes Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription as a cure for a range of women’s weaknesses and ailments. It claims a pure glyceric extract, alcohol free, with ingredients printed on the bottle, and urges readers to request a free booklet from Dr. R. V. Pierce in New York for more information.
Grain and livestock prices listed for Indianapolis Cincinnati Chicago and East Buffalo with wheat at 85 to 90 cents, corn around 70 cents, oats 50 to 54 cents, various hay and livestock prices, and receipts of hogs cattle and sheep. Estimates for Toledo wheat July and Sept given, plus an advertisement for foot ease powder and a sample offer for a corn pad from Allen S. Olmsted.
A fashion note describes the Merry Widow ring as a chic late jewelry trend with Tuscan settings and colored stones for different hair colors. It also highlights a practical seven size shirt waist pattern (3904) with easy stitching tips and stresses hair styling and smooth tuck work for daywear.
Multiple candidates announce for Republican primary races in New Albany township including Fred M. Jackson for County Treasurer Moses L. Jackson for Assessor John A Hinds for Assessor Thomas R. Fogle for Prosecuting Attorney Floyd circuit court and others for Trustee positions D R Love John S Mann Ollie Emery announce candidacies with primary June 2 or June 25 dates.
On the i th day of June Maw the Board of Public Works of New Albany Indiana adopted a resolution to improve sidewalks and grass plots on Eleventh Street from Spring Street north to Culbertson Avenue south curb, except on the west side. A public hearing will be held July 1 at 6 o clock p m in the board office to determine if benefits to affected properties equal or exceed the estimated cost. By order of the Board of Public Works. John G. Stout City Clerk. June 24
Homeseekers excursion via Monod route lists ticket sales on May 6 and 10, June 16, July 1 and 21, August 4 and 18, and September 1 and 16. Minor transcription errors noted in origin text.
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