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Newspaper
New Albany Evening Tribune
Location
New Albany, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 26, 2008
Page
1
An item discusses remedies aimed at regulating digestion and improving tone. It lists concerns such as dyspepsia biliousness and a disposition to sick headaches. No specific products or dates are provided in the accessible text.
Jeffersonville Ind Sept 26 Capt Henry R Patton was arrested at the state prison south on charges of circulating counterfeit money made by convict William Alsop. Patton, brother of Colonel A Patton of Cuolambuas Ohio, allegedly aided the operation since arriving as foreman four months ago. He has confessed and faces a major prison scandal with his wife and two daughters mentioned.
Washington reports a customs change allowing importers to reroute goods headed for interior ports upon arrival without extra examination. The shift enables buyers to switch destinations to seize favorable market conditions in different regions. The Treasury Voyage loss tallied 1.24 million in gold across Europe and Canada, with a remaining reserve of 94.138 million. Isabel Hartford, survivor of the Wha Sang massacres, travels from Vancouver to the US for a brief recuperation and plans to return to China to resume missionary work.
Reports from multiple Indiana towns detail diphtheria deaths in Misnawaka linked to poisoned well water needing wells filled. Crown Point juries anticipate up to 400 indictments against saloonkeepers under the Nicholson law. Localsport witnesses a dry goods stock seizure by creditors, while LaPorte notes a bigamy conviction and a planned repeat wedding. Butler hosts the third annual free street fair with races and decorations downtown.
Dayville Ind September 26 defense attorneys decide William E Hinshaw will not testify fearing a tough cross examination. They note he may break down under strain. The state argues testifying would imply guilt. defense emphasizes his prior sworn statements. Hinshaw's mother testified emotionally as the trial edges toward a three day argument schedule with prosecutors and defense counsel outlining their roles.
Oscar Pike of Princeton Maine reports a dramatic recovery from rheumatism after using Paine's Celery Compound. He describes months of weakness, swelling and inability to dress or move, then says twelve bottles restored strength, sleep and independence, mirroring widespread endorsements in newspapers and medical journals.
In San Francisco on Sept 26 the Durrant murder trial drew a crowd as the defense signaled readiness and alleged that Rev George Gibson of Emanuel church wrote letters linking to the crime. The defense contends circumstantial evidence fails to prove guilt and outlines Durrant's movements on April 3.
Ottawa Illinois September 26 Farmers and citizens meet to form a co operative flour milling enterprise to buy the Marseilles mill and the Victor mills in Ottawa. Shares for 400 people will grant flour at cost and allow farmers to ship grain directly to the mills with price advances. The Victor mills have been idle due to outdated machinery.
In Indias Exwoop on Sept 26 detectives search Elwood for clues about three men from the city believed to have attempted to kidnap the Bolton boys from the county poor farm. The boys have been moved to the orphans home as investigations proceed.
The London and Yankton Development company representing 750000 dollars seized all of J T M Pierce’s property in Yankton and London to clear mortgages and liens and secure a complete title. The holdings include an unfinished Norfolk railroad and a planned Missouri river bridge to be completed this winter. Svengali Lackaye wed in Council Bluffs and rushed back to Omaha for a Trilby matinee.French forces defeat Hovas near Antanatarivo in Madagascar with no French losses. Delegates from French and Russian banks travel to Shanghai to discuss a Russo Chinese bank with a 4 million capital.
The 18 month old child of Henry Nussell living west of Brazil Indiana had a needle point protruding from the shoulder. The 1 1/2 inch corroded needle was believed to have been swallowed and slowly worked through the flesh. Local doctors removed the object and expected recovery.
Mendiz nd Sept 26 The law moved swiftly on Lewis Baker who forged five dollars at the Delaware County National Bank Tuesday. He was indicted the same afternoon tried and sentenced to three years in the state prison. Today he is in stripes. Butler Ind Sept 26 John E Bennet a farmer near Helmer died yesterday from blood poisoning after a pig bite.
Elwood bottle works raises wages and restarts operations. Plainfield Central Academy opens its 14th year with higher attendance. Rushville plans waterworks and electric light plant at an estimated cost of £45000. Terre Haute State Normal opens fall term with about 500 students, 9 new entrants.
Morristown Indiana September 26 St Clair Granning a well known farmer living near town was kicked by a horse and seriously injured in the incident authorities said he may recover with treatment at a local clinic and is in stable condition at the Morristown hospital
The report notes Governor candidate shifts in New Jersey and Massachusetts with McGill and Greenhalge. It covers yacht and horse racing results near New York and Dibuggee including Jeffries Hunnicut, John St Gentry, Joe Patchen, Fidel, and time records. Also mentions Wilmington merchants asset liabilities, Middleport granite brick receivership, and Guatemalan murder case releases.
A state commission appointed by Gov. Matthews met in Indianapolis to study a 1900 centennial exposition. Col. Eli Lilly was elected president and John H. Weathers secretary. The panel discussed permanency, inclining toward a permanent building to house leading exhibits, with future meetings planned. Also, Lena Hahn, wounded by a splinter, faced risk of lockjaw as Dr. J. H. Weathers treated her palm injury, bloodless but painful.
Carbonadle Pa Sept 26 Severe forest fires rage around Forestdale and Richmond six miles north with cattle perishing. Forestdale and Wandling fire companies fight flames for two days and nights with little success. Rain is urgently awaited to avert further destruction and loss of life.
In Ironton Ohio on September 26 E J Bird Jr files a $60,000 damages suit against First National Bank. He alleges the bank held a $1,000 note on his Wellston nail mill and sold the mill to the Cut Nail Manufacturers' Association for $8,000, claiming improper action.
Henry R. Patton of Jeffersonville, a prison foreman, was caught receiving counterfeit coins from convict W. A. Alsop. He confessed guilt and faces trial next Saturday afternoon. A $1000 bond was set by Commissioner Harrison.
James Templeton of Crawford county, deemed unsound, seeks admission to Indianapolis Central asylum but is refused due to Crawford residency and local crowding at Evansville. Wealthy for his county, value around $50,000. Harry Wayman faces theft charges after stealing $12 from Lulu Odell’s toy bank and is jailed on $300 bond awaiting October circuit court term.
Mrs. R. C. Browning aged 87 died yesterday at her daughter’s home in Mitchell. Her remains reached the city this morning and will lie in state at 8 S. B. Lynd, East Thirteenth and Elm, before the funeral tomorrow at 10. Widow of Dr. M. Browning, she leaves three brothers John E. Crane W. C. Crane L. F. Crane and a sister Mrs. Tuttle. She was a Third Presbyterian member. Rev. Charles Hutchinson to conduct.
Testimonial from Prof. B. F. Hickey of Wichita Falls Texas describes a severe leg sore once deemed incurable. After using P. P. P Prickly Ash Poke Root and Potassium the wound healed and swelling subsided. Druggist KR Tayman confirms the remarkable progress observed.
Max Marenthal departs for Decatur Illinois to conduct business. Jesse Parmenter of Wabash visits for business. Mrs. John Shatt ill with malaria at West Spring Street home. Dressmakers Sadie ER and Mattie E Davis back from countryside. Mrs. Dr. J. H. Weathers and children return from two month Blue River camping near Milltown Harrison County. Gary Fawcett E B Stotsenburg and L L Bradley travel to Lafayette on business. Fawcett may stay several days. Rev H C Dippinger and family return tomorrow night from Evansville after attending the Indiana M E conference.
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