April Showers Close Theaters But Not Schoolhouses
The note contrasts theater closures during unsafe weather with continued operation of schoolhouses, while asserting that women often obtain their desires from hats to ballots.
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Newspaper
Odon Journal
Location
Odon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 07, 1909
Page
8
Street paving quarrels block cobblestone removal in Baltimore
Milwaukee makes less beer than before yet remains large enough to be famous in its own right. The note contrasts Baltimore’s paving disputes with Milwaukee’s enduring urban and brewing prominence.
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Baltimore
Milwaukee
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Uncertain Balkan State Keeps Self-Preservation Focus
The piece notes Servia remains wary and retains self-preservation instincts amid uncertain times. It compares potential moves by old Satan to Pittsburg, implying looming threats or shifts in power without clear resolution.
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Satan
Pittsburg
Man jailed for cruelty to animals in South Carolina
A South Carolina man was jailed for cruelty to animals after twisting a mule s tail. The report notes he deserved a Carnegie medal for the act.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
South Carolina
Society Girl Enters Chorus to Fight Nervous Prostration
A New York society girl has joined the chorus to cure nervous prostration. The move sparks questions about the fairness of disease transfer rumors and public perception of health and morality in high society.
Divorce reports suggest love patience fades in all seasons
A fragmented line notes that divorces show romance wanes regardless of season, comparing spring mood to the furnace running at full capacity. The reflection hints at steady erosion of affection over time rather than seasonal spikes.
Chicago preacher urges third party presence for talks with woman
A Chicago preacher claims members of the eleven should always have a third party present when conversing with a single woman. He questions whether they always need watching.
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Chicago
Britain Eyes Six Battleships A Year Driven by Peace Burdens
Great Britain plans to build six big battleships annually, arguing peace brings heavy costs comparable to war. A Boston movement aims to organize teachers nationwide, raising a question if an educational strike will follow as part of progress.
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Great Britain
Boston
Fraternity Scrutiny and a Minister’s Cautionary Cheer
A college fraternity case prompts calls for further checks on who a member may marry. A New Jersey pastor warns his flock to guard coal scuttles against spring date theft, noting such gossip may amuse some but must be curbed as the season changes.
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New Jersey
Oranges in New York Test Count by Auto Suggestion
A test in New York explores counting oranges a thousand miles away by auto suggestion but experts doubt this mode of mathematics will replace adding machines in commerce.
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New York
First-Class Managers Redeem With Renewal Amid Resignation Fears
A baseball manager who avoids threats to quit each winter earns value. Only top managers can re sign without fearing that past resignations were accepted, shaping future contracts and job security.
Indiana man sentenced for whisky theft in dry era
An Indiana man, identified as a Negro, received a ten year sentence in the penitentiary for stealing four bottles of whisky. The ruling reflected a push to deter bulk whisky theft as the state moves toward prohibition and stricter enforcement.
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Indiana
Automobile cure for joy riding by double gasoline tank
A New York motorist proposes a device to curb joy riding by chauffeurs who take cars from garages. A double gasoline tank is mounted by the owner when the car is in the garage, leaving only a small gasoline supply for any extended ride. The inventor believes the contrivance will be widely adopted.
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New York
The Ultra Violet Ray Cult Promises Power Through Vibration
The article discusses a new cult centered on an ultra violet ray. Believers claim the soul responds to the ray and that nothing is impossible when vibrating to its vibrations. It notes the unclear method to learn vibration and laments abandoning prior studies promising similar gains.
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Ater
Aked Defends Suffrage Rebels as Lawful Rebels
Rev Dr Aked of New York answered questions on suffrage methods. He said both regular suffragists and suffragettes rebel against men’s laws, just as slaveholders could not dictate escapes. His remark drew praise for its clever comparison.
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Dr. Aked
New York
Aked
Prince Jenry Sees Zeppelin Usefulness in War
Prince Jenry argues airships could be very useful in war as tensions rise and discussions of conflict loom. He notes thoughts and signals point toward a looming war situation in the region.
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Prince Jenry
Idle freight cars decline in United States and Canada
Up to the latest March date report there was a decrease of 8507 idle freight cars in the United States and Canada from the previous year. The gain continues steadily with uncertainties of the tariff bill not stopping the car wheels.
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United States
Canada
Turnmere
Indiana Governor Summoned in South Bend Prize Fight Probe
Gov. Marshall of Indiana and his secretary Mark Thistlethwaite along with P. A. Parry editor of the Hammond Times were subpoenaed to testify before the St. Joseph county grand jury about alleged prize fighting in South Bend. The governor said he may go to South Bend if required and will not preemptively determine the prosecutor’s authority.
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South Bend
Gov. Marshall
Indiana
Mark Thistlethwaite
P. A. Parry
Hammond Times
Cyrus E. Pattee
Grand
Pattee
Thistlethwaite
Funkey
Young McFarland
Chicago
Indianapolis
Marshall
St. Joseph
Bible Bank Not Fireproof in Owensville Fire
A family Bible used by David Ferry to hold paper money burned in a house fire. Loss totals 1,000 dollars for the home and contents. The Bible contained 35 new one dollar bills and Ferry had avoided banks.
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Bible Bank
Owensville
David Ferry
Ferry
Peach crop seen safe with record yield in region
Fruit growers in northern Indiana and southern Michigan report the peach crop is safe and will yield the greatest in ten years. They credit continued cold weather as a blessing to fruit raisers.
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South Bend
Indiana
Michigan
House Collapse Kills Laborer in Terre Haute
Terre Haute report says Joe Decker a laborer was crushed when a house under his crew toppled. Plaster and timber fell and broke his neck. other workers escaped unharmed.
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Terre Haute
Joe Decker
Auctioneers elect Col Figg president in Indianapolis meeting
At the State Association of Auctioneers gathering in Indianapolis Col A A Figg of Danville was chosen as president of the association.
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Auctioneer Colonels’ Association
Danville
State Association of Auctioneers
Indianapolis
Col
A. A. Figg
Brazil Man Ends His Life
William V. King, 46, a prominent furniture dealer in Brazil, committed suicide by firing a bullet into his brain.
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Brazil
William V. King
Hoosier Briefs Summary of Memorial Day Plans and Local Updates
Marion G A R and W R C will quietly decorate graves at the cemetery after a Memorial Day service. Fort Wayne committees plan for the Indiana Bankers Association meeting in late June. Fort Wayne board sets Monday for reception of amended rail track elevation plans. Crawfordsville clubs designate May 10 as cleaning up day. Carmel reports a woman nearly died after ingesting carbolic acid. Plymouth pastor elected president of local ministerial association. Grant county farmers begin corn planting with hopes for a record crop. Crawfordsville barn fire destroys structure and two horses.
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Marion
Ft. Wayne
Ft. Wayne Clearing House Association
Indiana Bankers’ Association
Fort Wayne
Board of Public Works
Pennsylvania
Wabash
Crawfordsville
Carmel
Joseph McDonald
Wayne
H. B. Sell
Plymouth Congregational Church
Grant County
Wallace Sparks
Gift to Widows Enriches The Dean Farm Controversy
Heirs of Uncle Jonathan Dean seek to break the 1870 will that left a 520 acre farm to aid widows within eight miles. Oil wells on the land boost value while trustees report $500 back taxes remain unpaid. Supreme Court previously ruled against Dean's heirs.
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Jonathan Dean
Petersburg
Dean
Supreme Court
Wallet found by Indiana doctor returns to owner
Dr. William Dehart returned $2,000 in notes and cash found on a Logansport street to John C. Davis of New York City. Davis, traveling through Indiana, did not realize the loss until on a train home. He initially asked the finder to keep the cash.
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Logansport
William Dehart
John C. Davis
New York City
Davis
Indiana
Embezzler Arrested in Huntington Flight Ends
Lee Garahan former secretary of Meadville Business Men's Exchange charged with embezzling 1000 dollars and stealing diamonds. He was arrested in Huntington with a young Meadville married woman who had accompanied him in flight. Detectives had traced them through Indiana and Ohio for ten days.
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Huntington
Lee Garahan
Business Men's Exchange
Meadville
Indiana
Ohio
Fatal Fire Start With Oil in Sweetser Area
Mrs. Cecil Poe aged 20 wife of Robert Poe died after pouring kerosene on live coals to start a coal fire in a cook stove. The explosion enveloped both she and her husband in flames, wrecked the stove and set the house ablaze five miles south of Sweetser in this county.
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Marion
Cecil Poe
Robert Poe
Sweetser
Soldiers Shaft Dedicated in Oak Hill Cemetery
Evansville remembers war service with a monument in Oak Hill cemetery erected by the Evansville Women's Relief Corps. The dedication honors soldiers of the late war from both sides the gray and the blue. Addresses were delivered by Maj. A. C. Rosecranz and Capt. S. P. Gillett.
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Evansville
Oak Hill Cemetery
Evansvile Women’s Relief Corps
A. C. Rosecranz
S. P. Gillett
Breaks Leg in Bed in Cincinnati Amputation
Herschel Spainhour, a Baltimore & Ohio Southwestern shop employee, suffered a broken leg while in bed. The injury involved necrosis of the knee and led to amputation after transfer to Cincinnati for surgery.
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Washington
Herschel Spainhour
Spainhour
Cincinnati
Calls His Bride Drunkard Ledford Divorce Suit
Anderson Blevins files for divorce after a two day marriage charging his wife with habitual drunkenness and having procured the union by fraud.
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Ledford
Anderson Blevins
Tiger Man Fined After Liquor Trial in Suburb
In Alexandria a trial of a foreigner for drunkenness revealed George Hadley ran a blind tiger in a city suburb. He pleaded guilty after affidavit service and paid a $50 fine.
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Alexandria
George Hadley
Hadley
Farmer Edward Miler Found Hanged in Barn
The body of Edward Miler a farmer from near Shannondale in this county was discovered hanging by a strap to the barn rafters on his property. Local authorities investigate the death as a possible suicide.
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Crawfordsville
Edward Miler
Shannondale
Lawsuit Seeks Township Funds Recovery in Warrick
In Boonville Warrick circuit court Robert S. Fowler former trustee of Ohio township is sued to recover 5 000 dollars of township funds alleged to have been illegally used.
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Boonville
Warrick
Robert S. Fowler
Ohio Township
Warrick County
Indiana and Nearby Cities in Brief State News
Indianapolis Earl S Hall 47 indicted for petit larceny and obtaining money by false pretenses. he is arrested in Marion and brought to Indianapolis. Fort Wayne businessmen propose illuminated arches on Columbia street at own expense costing several thousand dollars. Shelbyville Citizens Industrial association engages Gilbert Watkins for a big lot sale soon. Richmond 14 year old Goldie Kenworthy missing feared enticed. police aiding search. Peru relatives from Muncie identify a mangled body as Edward Arnold 38 married machinist in local morgue. Fort Wayne Purdue Harlequin club presents annual play The Junior in Command to crowded house. South Bend Frank E Hering to deliver Eagles memorial service address at Michigan City May 3. South Bend Lagrange homecoming week begins June 7 features old settlers day. Washington DC President Taft nominates John Johnson Kyle of Indiana as first lieutenant.
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Indianapolis
Earl S. Hall
Marion County Grand Jury
Marion
Fort Wayne
Columbia Street
Shelbyville
Citizens’ Industrial Association
Gilbert Watkins
Richmond
Goldie Kenworthy
Peru
Muncie
Edward Arnold
Purdue Harlequin Club
South Bend
Frank E. Hering
Michigan City
Triumph of Art New Gown the Masterpiece of Paris
Zimmerman again leads with a transformative summer gown designed for afternoon visits and teas. Made in soft fabrics like charmeuse or crepe de chine, the princess styled dress features a fitted bodice, full skirt, silver lace accents, and a versatile cape that becomes a wrap for outdoor wear. The sash, cords, tassels, and hidden fastenings ensure a precise fit with minimal material and effort.
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Zimmerman
Gingham Popular Fabric For Easy Summer Dresses
The article advises moderate income girls to choose gingham frocks for low cost and smart appearance. Simple designs with bias bands at the yoke and belt reduce trimming, and outfits can be one piece or shirtwaist styles. Dark ginghams are recommended and dresses should open at the front for easy laundering.
Lace Shoulder Pieces for Directoire Costumes
Lace pieces cross the shoulder and fasten at the dress side, extending to the hem. Latest consignments feature these ornaments woven to wear with directoire costumes.
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Directoire
Scarves Rise in Fashion with Mantle Like Width and Styles
The article notes scarfs become a prominent feature in both day and evening dress with increasing length width and ornamentation. Variety spans nets chiffon satin cashmere desoie and lace with fringe trims and hammered metal work. Debutante outfits showcase matching scarf borders and bedouin cape draping.
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Dry Goods
Fashion notes hint at spring trends in fabrics and hues
The article describes white as less fashionable for street wear, favors taffeta silk for gowns, and laments laced fastenings on gloves. It highlights cherry and poppy colors, soft tinted hats with solid color outfits, and the Charlotte Corday fichu on sheer gowns. Serge is praised for practicality. Opera bags feature pink satin and gold cords with hand-painted wreaths. The Josephine gown is presented for evening wear with glittering nets and satin.
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Charlotte Corday Fichu
Louis
Josephine
Early dental care for children and tooth loss
The article advises that as a child begins eating solid foods cereals rich in bone building elements should accompany milk. It recommends a small soft toothbrush and visiting a dentist at any sign of decay to prevent the loss of first teeth.
Dollar Wheat Has Come to Stay in Central Canada
A column argues that dollar wheat is here to stay as Manitoba Saskatchewan and Alberta expand to meet U S demand. It notes rising living costs in the United States, Canada’s growing wheat dominance, and ongoing Canadian government land sales while predicting Canada will become a bread basket for the United States within a decade.
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Canada
Manitoba
Saskatchewin
Alberta
United States
James J. Hill
Miurk
Saskatchewan
Iberia
Mr. Hill
John Full
John Bull
Winnipeg
Prairies
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Hoosier
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