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Newspaper
New Albany Weekly Tribune
Location
New Albany, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 16, 1908
Page
1
The page blends satirical notes on weather, public affairs, and newspaper practice with brief asides on postage cuts, Tolstoy, and editorial ethics. It mentions disqualified campaigners, a looming showdown on membership, and a quip about a married man needing Foley's Honey and Tar for coughs.
Report states the army that toppled the sultan used modern equipment and tactics, with some observers claiming German coaching. German sources deny involvement, though the claim persists about French munitions aiding the defeated Alma Agt.
Mrs. M. M. Davigan of 379 Gifford Ave San Jose Cal extols Electric Bitters as a general remedy for headache biliousness and torpor of liver and bowels. She claims one bottle provides more digestive relief than any other remedy and notes a guarantee with Chas Knoetel's drug store selling at 50 cents.
Z T Sweeney the state game and fish commissioner writes to the Tribune outlining the need to tighten quail and rabbit seasons. He notes the open season for quail runs July 1 to October 1 and rabbit closed season from October 1 to November 10. He reports enforcement increases and plans extra deputies in October to arrest violators and urges hunters to carry resident licenses.
One hundred dollar reward offered for any catarrh cure failure. F J Cheney & Co praise, West & Truax and Watling Kinnan Marvis endorse. Hall's Catarrh Cure taken internally to affect blood and mucous surfaces. Price 7 50 per bottle. Testimonials free. Take Hall's Family Pill for constipation.
At the recent board meeting Minauall of the Water Company protested using city water to flush sewers arguing no free water right. City Engineer Maun to prepare plans for a brick improvement along Westley between Spring and Elm. Bond issuance authorized for Eleventh Street sidewalk work. Elm Street improvements Jay to Silver signed with Jefferson County Construction Company, already under way. Iron railing changes ordered on Easy Street culvert to improve pedestrian safety.
A well dressed woman interrupted a political speaker by continual coughing. The article notes Foley's Honey and Tar as a quick cure for a cold without opiates, highlighting a yellow package.
Taft champions Republican policy expanding US influence in the Pacific. The piece credits open door in China, Philippines control, Pacific coaling stations, and a moved fleet, arguing Asia offers vast export potential and America’s duty as a world power. It highlights Taft’s Shanghai speech and four Philippine recommendations.
Classified listing shows clubbing rates for New Albany and Louisville publications including Weekly Tribune and The New York Tribune Farmer. An Indianapolis jeweler advertises Foley's Kidney Remedy with a customer testimonial noting improved health and renewed business activity.
Taft planning a three night Indiana speaking tour with locations to be set by the Republican state committee. national and Cincinnati officials discuss Chicago appearance but Hays insists Taft stays in Indiana for three dates. Bryan's campaign events in Indiana Ohio and Chicago may influence scheduling.
Mrs Stella Dennis filed in the circuit court for divorce from David Dennis claiming cruel treatment since their April 24 1901 marriage. The couple’s Cedar Bough home separated yesterday with the plaintiff seeking custody of their daughter Grace and alimony, while alleging the husband’s neglect and failure to provide. Attorney A Dowling represents the plaintiff.
Public notice urges readers to monitor the red label on paper wrappers to avoid missed deliveries and ensure subs stay current.
A London Sketch anecdote lauds Bucklen's Arnica Salve as the proper remedy for sore feet, burns, sores, boils, and abrasions. Mr. W Stone of East Poland Maine attests its usefulness for piles and recommends trying it, with purchase at Oban D Knoefel's drug store.
William Sloemer is the Democratic candidate for Treasurer of Floyd county. Claude Sittason seeks re election as Sheriff of Floyd county. Charles W. Long is the Democratic candidate for Trustee of New Albany township. All subject to voters' decision at the November election.
Republican announces Fred M. Jackson as County Treasurer nominee and Dr T B Love as Trustee for New Albany Township nominee. John A Hinds is the Assessor nominee for New Albany Township, all subject to voters at the November election.
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