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Newspaper
Oak Park Vindicator
Location
Oak Park, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jan 08, 1897
Page
8
A 14 year old Sherman Maine boy named Jack Clark drove cattle at dusk when a moose charged him from the shadow. He climbed a tree to escape and watched the animal circle the trunk before it fled. He then returned home to recount the close encounter.
The English papers recount the death of Tiny, a toy terrier owned by Sir Archibald MacLaine, reputed to be the smallest dog. Four inches long, he could rest on a boy’s hand and lived to adult years. He died of a cold and was stuffed and sent to the Zoological Museum in London.
Rene Clayton, a Philadelphia cigar dealer, owns a nanny goat famed for its rat hunting. The creature roams cellars and chases rats, even causing furniture damage during a chase. Neighbors complain and the goat is sent to the country for a rest.
The British War Office aims to strengthen Esquimalt Victoria and other Pacific rail points as part of a wider strategy. Admiral Stephenson notes replacements with modern ships including first class vessels like the Powerful or Terrible. Two fleets will be stationed year round at Esquimault and Halifax with 5,000 men serving Victoria, signaling heightened coastal defense and rail cooperation.
Missouri farmer Springston of Ozark county was duped by a green goods scheme worth 500 dollars. A New York firm offered to send him 2000 in similar bills for 500 in ordinary currency. He mortgaged property and traveled toward New York, but the delivered package contained brown paper.
In Toronto a man attempting to chop wood in his back yard was struck by a swinging axe when it fouled a clothesline. The blow split his head, ending his life. Police investigate the accidental death.
Table Talk notes how taste and sincerity guide modern etiquette. Visiting cards, at home days, and strict afternoon visiting shape hostess duties. Guests learn to inquire who is receiving, while independent menus and decor evolve with hospitality standards. The piece credits foreign customs for uplifting social manners.
A reflection on parenting urges constant gentle guidance rather than anger. It recalls a father who dislikes beating his children, hoping the world does not harshly wound them. The piece imagines adversity ahead but memories of a home ruled by kindness remain.
The piece collects humorous and pointed maxims attributed to Josh Billings. It offers paradoxes on chance and brains, honesty, reputation after death, thrift, law, and human folly, reflecting a rural comic voice and mid 19th century social commentary.
The letter described as "1" in Chinese language yields 145 distinct pronunciations, each with a different meaning.
The obituary notes John Fellows born 1832 in Troy New York. A lawyer in Arkansas, he served as an orator, supported the Southern cause in the Civil War, aligned with Tammany in New York then joined anti Tammany forces, and rose to the role of assistant district attorney before 1878.
A reprint notes Andrew Lang edited a sixty five story collection with many tales claimed to be mostly true. It highlights Sal the Panther raised at Cape Coast Castle and Signora the clever poodle outwitted by Lori the parrot, with a series of humorous lines about various advertising and newspaper men.
In 1887 he won district attorney amid strong opposition, later served as congressman, and was chosen again as district attorney in 1893. A deft prosecutor of doodle cases, he could sway jurors with dramatic presentations. He broke with Democrats to back McKinley for gold money, leaving a widow, one son, and two daughters.
The article recounts John Ruskin’s financial decline after a 19th century fortune of £157,000. He spent about £3,000 on a Venice holiday in 1877 and planned funds to yield £1 daily, but investments, gifts to relatives and cousins, and large charitable outlays eroded his capital as his income from reissued works rose under publisher Allan.
The San Francisco Argonaut recounts a scene in Madrid where the Marquis del Carpio glimpses a woman wearing a striking diamond and quips about preferring the ring to the hand. She replies by touching his order and declares a preference for the halter to the donkey. The piece closes with a reflective saying on living under clouds and needing shade and rain to cool hearts.
The master wonders how an account for cakes grew so high as the baker's bill returns home. A puzzling household financial moment unfolds with questions about expenses and budgeting.
Thomas Bryant F R C S has been named surgeon extraordinary to Queen Victoria after the death of Sir John Erickson. A long time Royal College of Surgeons member since 1849, Bryant has served as examiner, vice president and three-time president. He currently leads the college council and topped the latest poll for council.
German farmer Carl Holshauser near Lake Contrary Missouri fought an eight foot eagle with his horse. The eagle was killed but the horse suffered severe wounds with an eight inch gash in the hip and deep injuries from the talons and beak.
The article describes horse phrenology, claiming temper and intelligence are read from facial features. It highlights a broad forehead between the eyes, a ridge on the face, well set ears, and a prominent bone ridge, noting the eye should be large and bright.
An old advert promotes Kilmer’s Swamp Root as a kidney and bladder cure. It claims urine tests reveal kidney disease and promises relief from back pain, frequent urination, and night awakenings. Sample bottle requests, price fifty cento to one dollar, with a mail-in offer to Dr. Kilmer & Co.
A quip from the New York Tribune about stock exchange seats costs and fatigue is cited. The piece then introduces Walter Banker Co of Dorchester Mass as expert makers of cocoan and chocolate with refined processes claiming purity, nutrition, and wide recognition by doctors and housekeepers.
The Chicago and Eastern Illinois system promotes a through service to New Orleans and Florida with a vestibuled train including a Pullman buffet sleeping car and dining car. It departs Dearborn station at 10 40 a m daily, reaches Atlanta Birmingham and gulf coast resorts then New Orleans by 6 10 p m and Jacksonville by 8 50 p m with one night out. Also offers Chicago to Nashville Limited with through sleeping cars to Tampa Jacksonville and gulf coast points. Through tickets sold to all points with Chicago office at 182 Clark Street and C L Stone as agent.
A well groomed citizen challenges a man described as heathen Chinee who ignores him. The citizen calls him a highbinder multiple times, grows angry, and the heathen deflects with quiet remarks and a smile. The piece notes the lesson in temper from modern Athens.
An old advertisement promotes Lane's Family Yetcine claiming daily use aids digestion, liver and kidney function, and cures sick headache. The remedy is priced at 25 and 50 cents.
In Yonkers Statesman remarks, Mrs Storrgs shows remarkable faith in her husband, a weather bureau clerk, as she believes everything he says. He asks why not, highlighting his wife's trust in his job.
Charles M. Stuart presents The Story of the Masterpieces with eight illustrated plates. Includes Murillo Immaculate Conception Correggio Adoration of the Shepherds Raphael Sistine Madonna Leonardo da Vinci The Descent from the Cross Ruben Titian Angelo Last Judgment. Ornamental cloth gilt top boxed price 1.50 Curts Jennings Chicago.
A growing number of households skip the traditional Christmas tree and opt for a festive hamper as a modern centerpiece. The shift reflects changing gift rituals and a focus on ready made bundles of food and treats.
Dialogue: a character questions if marriage reduces spending, noting, I have much less to spend than before. The exchange centers on household finances after matrimony.
Edwin F. Leopold & Co. offers cuff buttons brooches and miniature photo buttons from 802 Columbus Memorial Building 103 State Street Prices are right and finest quality Correspondence solicited Agents wanted everywhere Enclose 2e stamp for our circular and cards
The Town Topics snippet features Ella noting a local man who recalls the war of 1812 and Stella replying they are likely close. It captures a light dialogue about memory and townsfolk.
An advertisement touts Kemp's Balsam as a rapid cough remedy with a free sample bottle from druggists. It promotes larger bottles at 25 and 50 cents and warns against delays. Also mentions silver tea balls as a refined addition to a lady's tea setting.
An fills a blurb for a Southern Texas Colonization Co. ad promising fertile farm lands 38 miles west of Houston at Chesterville. It touts high prairie, good drainage, abundant rainfall, and easy terms with low prices. Readers are urged to write for Fertile Farm Lands information at 110 Rialto Building Chicago.
A list of dubious cures and advertised patent medicines appears with testimonials and promotions. Items include Dr Kine’s medicines, Piso’s Cure for Consumption, Mrs Winslow’s soothing syrup, and Dr Kay’s Lung Basin, with sensational quotes, prices, and endorser names.
Mrs Spitely remarks on self care as her poodle passes. Mrs Snaply retorts she is not reduced to nursing a dog. The exchange captures everyday humorous banter in a Detroit Free Press excerpt.
Daisy Bell remarks on the husband’s collection of curiosities and whether he was in the business when they married. Mrs Sourwein confirms he was in that line.
The advertisement promotes Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound as quick relief for irregu larity suppressed or painful menstruation stomach weakness indigestion bloating leucorrhea womb trouble flooding nervous exhaustion and other symptoms. It asserts bearing down pain is relieved and cured and claims kidney benefits for both sexes.
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