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Newspaper
New Albany Evening Tribune
Location
New Albany, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 06, 1906
Page
1
An advertisement extols Syrup of Figs as a wholesome gentle laxative. It urges avoiding harmful medicines, praises the California Fig Syrup Co. product, and advises verifying the label with the company name for genuine quality.
At Algeciras the conference on Moroccan reforms heard a Russian plan arguing that France and Spain are best suited to police the imminent Moroccan force. British, Spanish and Portuguese delegates backed the idea. Italy showed cautious support while Germany and several neutrals stayed silent.
Chicago city health department may forcibly intervene when a patient refuses a physician and relies on Dowle teachings. Corporation Counsel Lewis said action justified in extreme sickness cases as seen with Ella Turner of Addison Avenue where life was in imminent peril.
A neighbor's report after a woman's distress drew police and health officials into a case described as extreme. Officials initially hesitated, then Corporation Counsel Lewis advised intervention. A physician attended the woman and the danger to her disappeared.
Chicago city council approves a high license plan raising saloon licenses from 500 to 1000 with the license fee for selling minor beverages at 300. The measure faces mayoral veto risk and affects the city’s 7417 saloons.
Meridian Mississippi residents band together to clear wreckage after Friday's tornado. Hundreds of workers and convicts are employed as citizens lend aid while reports say the death toll stands at twenty with no victims and four seriously injured. Plans emerge to rebuild the destroyed area promptly.
A dance at a village near Florence ended in tragedy when the floor collapsed after a panic. Sixteen people died and many were injured as the house caught fire and guests fled.
Mrs Ora A Stephens of Port Williams Ohio shares how to maintain breathing organs through Dr King’s New Discovery. The testimony notes the medicine halted a persistent cough and helped recovery after illness.
The Pribun's correspondent in Pekin reports Yuan Shih Kai, commander of the Chinese forces, has placed four batteries at Chinehow on the Yung River to guard the northern capital route and eight batteries to Shunefuo to secure the southern approach. He retains a cache of twenty six Krupp guns in reserve.
Foley's Kidney Cure advertised to improve kidney and bladder function with no injuries stated. Sold by O. D Knoefel. General Schofield's Funeral held in St Augustine Florida with burial services and escort to Arlington by Chatfield Post G A R.
Mrs. Mary H Walters of Bt Clair Street Columbus Ohio says her stomach was too weak from useless drugs to eat and her nerves were wrecked, leaving her near death and seeking relief after her condition deteriorated.
A relief fund for Tahiti tidal wave victims is launched in San Francisco under French Consul Lanell. Monies will aid Tahiti and neighboring islands with a steamer Mariposa expected to sail next Sunday. Officials contest reports of widespread famine and groves swept away, noting limited damage and many uninhabited islets.
In Moscow on March 6 a would be assassination of Vice Admiral Doubasoff, governor general and imperial council member, was thwarted. A woman, posing as a personal friend, gained entry to the chancellery but aroused suspicion due to her hair style. a small bomb was found hidden in her hair. The attacker’s identity remains unknown.
The Chicago clearing house committee proposed selling the Southern Indiana and Chicago Southern railroads, Walsh assets, for 27.5 million dollars to a group of Eastern railroad men. If accepted, it would cover clearing-house obligations and the bank's book value at 242 a share, leaving Walsh about 3.5 million. The offer is under advisement.
A group of tramps ex pelled from the Salvation Army hotel in Chattanooga on March 6 gained entry, planted nitroglycerine, and escaped as the blast nearly wrecked the four story building. Two top floors were demolished with no injuries as occupants had left moments before. Charles Kinney was later arrested for allegedly placing the explosive.
March 6 report from ome Brescia province notes the Sunday fall of cliffs into Lake Isco swallowed what remained of Tavernola. The village was half buried Sunday and the town is now completely submerged with about 1,000 residents left destitute after seeking refuge away from the lake.
A brief notice from Albuquerque reports several people injured in an unspecified incident. Details remain unclear with limited readable text indicating medical responses and local officials handling the scene.
An advert promotes Pyramid Pile Cure as a guaranteed treatment for piles with testimonials. It urges readers to try a free sample, noting a customer from New York City who reports relief after years of suffering and bought a box. The product is sold for 50 cents at druggists.
London March 6. The death is announced this morning of Major General Sir William Forbes Gatacre aged sixty three. General Gatacre served with distinction in the Soudan but his persistent misfortune in the Boer war dimmed his reputation as a soldier.
Mexico City March 6. In the first four months of the current fiscal year Mexican trade with the United States shows imports rising by over 1 million dollars. Exports to the United States total 56,801,250 dollars, up more than 13 million from the same period last year.
Official notice in Toledo announces a new railroad to build a line from Indianapolis to Toledo via Fort Wayne with Eastern capital backing. The venture lists capital stock of 3 000 000 and aims to connect major Midwest cities.
A fragmented ad style note questions tartar buildup and tooth decay while promoting Paxine as an antiseptic for teeth. The text hints at health claims and urges trial of the product.
Indianapolis reports the Sherrick case defense aims to frame the dispute as governor versus defendant, reviving political hostility from Sherrick’s removal. The eleven count indictment lists large embezzlements and misuses of state funds while Sherrick, his brother, and wife attend court amid ongoing testimony from witnesses alleging gambling losses.
Thirty years after John A Mendle vanished from Jasper his wife files for divorce alleging abandonment. She learns he is alive near Louisville Kentucky and moves to secure possession of valuable property through the suit.
Vincennes Ind March 6 Lafay ette Kinneman of Sanborn was arrested last evening and will be held pending investigation into the cause of his young wife's death. Mrs Kinneman died in childbirth yesterday morning in terrible agony. A poison bottle was found in the room and five physicians noted disturbing actions surrounding the case.
In Justice Fogle's court the Sutherlin paternity case proceeds this afternoon. The Highland Club board meets tonight to consider plans for a new clubhouse to be built this spring on Silver Heights. Mrs. Mary Weinmann funeral set for tomorrow at St Marys Church after being found dead at 602 East Elm. Stella Fillion Myrtle Adame and Clarence Yunt were detained then released after relatives arrived. Officers provided overnight lodging at the police station. Foley's Honey and Tar advertised as cure for grippe congestion by O D Knoefel.
The Y M C A plans a campaign to reach 400 members by April 1 with many members pledging to recruit. Michael Thornton presents Life Insurance tonight for young men and William G. Warren will perform a free entertainment Thursday under the Ladies' Auxiliary to raise funds.
A city vote in Chelsea increased the saloon tax from $500 to $1,000. A bill to grant a delegate to Congress from Alaska passes the house.
In Akron Ohio last night the Shamrocks swept the Owls 3–0 moving from last to sixth with the Owls dropping to seventh. The Antlers and Celesha and Wik chase second division spots as Astrian can rise to second with three straight wins. A Erie railroad streetcar collision near East Exchange street injured four but none died.
Miss Flora ivementer joins the Tri Kappa Society after a home visit on East Market forest. Mr Charles Cannon visiting relatives here last night Belleville Tenn to rename the pesselais she bottle factory. John Best and daughter Mins returned from New Outeh festivities, attending a contest convention in ville Tenn after a short visit.
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