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Newspaper
New Albany Evening Tribune
Location
New Albany, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 22, 1908
Page
2
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A compact timeline noting events and births on May 22: Constantine the Great died in 337 after being born in 274. 1631 saw England create the first baronets with patents costing 1000 pounds. 1068 marks Alexander Pope's birth, died 1744. Victor Hugo born 1802 and died 1885. Edward Bellamy born 1850 and died 1897, with notable works listed.
The report notes sun setting at 7 12, rising at 4 32 with the moon rising at 1 16 a m and 7 09 p m. The moon is at last quarter while the sun sits midway between the Pleiades and Hyades in the Taurus constellation.
The passage links Indiana citizens' choice in campaign timing to elect a Republican legislature and Republican president. It recalls Captain Lawrence's famous line Dont give up the ship as a moral urging amid political stakes.
The piece discusses Kaiser Wilhelm’s refusal to sign an arbitration treaty with the United States and the potential for imperial temper. It compares English arms, mentions a New York paper’s balloon hoax, and hints at a transatlantic fight origin linked to historical events sixty four years prior.
The article traces humanity’s push to master flight from balloons to airships. It notes Santos-Dumont’s advances with gas reservoirs and the limits of airships in strong winds, arguing the future lies in practical aerial navigation despite man’s urge to conquer the skies.
The piece reviews Professor W. J Shepherds observations from Columbia University about South American education. It notes a surplus of educated individuals yet a largely impractical system focused on theory and titles, with nations borrowing French, German, and Portuguese influences and neglecting real mass direct practicality.
A brief humor item notes a pair of quips about marriage choices from a St Louis Post Dispatch style column. It contrasts a cautious leap year girl seeking impossible perfection with a more pragmatic partner option, reflecting dating humor of the era.
A Chicago Tribune feature quotes a little girl asserting the milk she drinks from home is pure and clean because it comes from a notably white cow she saw in the country.
Baltimore American notes a playful query on prime trout haunts and markets. The piece hints at hidden favorites and urges cautious, curious exploration of top fishing locales.
A Chicago Mews note reports Myer-Greer was held up by footpads last week and robbed of $10 and a watch. The phrase hardily that dismisses the claim, reflecting public rumor about the incident.
A brief cartoon caption from Chicago News features Mrs. Jones and Mrs. Smith discussing trust in a husband. Mrs. Smith jokes he never turns pale when told he talked in his sleep, implying implicit confidence.
A social novice asks if names in newspapers are proper. Miss Cayenne replies it is fine provided the name is not printed in display type. The Washington Star notes the caution about prominence in public notices.
A witty remark about punctuality appears in a clipped dialogue from Puck. The joke contrasts a clerk known for timeliness with a barber shop routine causing half shaved attire to avoid delays.
The ad asserts catarrh is a constitutional disease and promotes Ball's Catarrh Cure and Hall's Catarrh Cure as internal remedies that act on the blood and mucous surfaces. It states the cures are not quack medicine and were prescribed by a leading physician for years as regular prescriptions.
A compilation of editorial opinions from multiple papers criticizing Democratic gubernatorial candidate Thomas R. Marshall and supporting Republicans. It discusses campaign tactics, stance on temperance, union labor, and connections to Tom Taggart, plus editorials urging prudent candidate choice and noting saloonkeeper pressures. References to Fairbanks and Watson appear in contrast.
Washington May 22. Charles W. Arthur reports on Speaker Cannon’s long hours amid White House conferences as tariff debate stalls. Democrats push for paper tariff relief while Republicans resist, predicting no changes until the next Congress. Williams backs Harrison for VP if Bryan is nominated, praising Harrison’s work ethic. George H. Williams, last Grant cabinet member, elected Oregon delegate to the Republican convention. Senator Flint of California is noted for early hours and late bedtime.
A fragment shows a tragedian claiming a short run is bad in theater while a critic counters that a long walk is worse, reflecting playful stage diplomacy and verbal jabs between performer and reviewer.
An article warns of a countrywide disease causing heart failure and kidney trouble. It promotes Dr Kilmer’s Swamp Root as a remedy for kidney liver and bladder issues and urges readers to request a free sample bottle and booklet by mail from Binghamton New York.
The New York Herald notes a $20 417 increase per acre in Manhattan land value over the past year. It observes rising male crime suspects in New York County courts, a higher share of men among arrestees, and that exports from New York port exceed those from other Atlantic ports. Manhattan density is 160 persons per acre, 102 400 per square mile, with potential double during business hours in the south square mile.
The Rev. Dr. William F. Anderson of New York and the Rev. Dr. John L. Nuelaen of Berea Ohio were elected bishops on the second ballot at the general conference in Baltimore. Eight bishops total are to be elected with Edwin Hughes expected on an early ballot followed by C. W. Smith and W. S. Lewis.
Eastern manufacturers presented their case to the special House committee investigating the wood pulp and print paper question. Western manufacturers were heard today as the panel aims to finish taking evidence this day.
In Washington on May 22 the Republican conference decided no measure to limit federal courts in injunctions will be enacted this session. In Sharon Pennsylvania on May 22 Anna Dahringer pleaded guilty to second degree murder and received an eight year penitentiary sentence.
Grain and livestock prices listed for Indianapolis with wheat corn hay and livestock ranges. Cincinnati Chicago New York Gast and Toledo quotes included with receipts and date references, showing varied prices for cattle hogs sheep lambs and futures.
The latest decree favors slender silhouettes with one piece sleeves and bodices, bell shaped skirts for slim figures, and popular color pairings of yellow tan or cream with browns. Cotton batistes display striped colorings while novelty swisses offer dotted and crossbar patterns for evening wear.
Notice from New Albany Trust Company as administrator de bonis non with the will annexed of William Sands deceased. The Floyd circuit court on its May term 1998 will hear the final settlement on June 1. Creditors heirs and interested parties must appear to show cause why accounts should not be approved and to prove heirship or claim to the estate.
John S Mann and Ollie L Emery announce Republican primary based runs for New Albany township trustee. Moses Tl. Sanchers also seeks Assessor nomination subject to Republican primary decisions.
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