25 Mar 1908
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Newspaper
Punxsutawney Spirit
Location
Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 25, 1908
Page
1
A fragmented 19th century page lists shop ads, fabric and clothing sales, street notices, meeting reminders, and a burglary report. Mentions J. H. Fink, Eberhart Co, and Gleaner ad lines, plus a theft at a Crowen house, and community events including church and fraternal meetings in a local town.
A fragment from a Winnetsted style page notes the sap business showing poor profits and varied sport. It mentions Punssutiwney Laundry Company pricing and local wear. The piece references The Western University Glew Club of Pittsburg, a funeral for D. Th. Motherwell, and changes in the Guthertette family with a resignation from Troop D State Police. Also listed is a Davenport ad for a wood rack and a warning about a forthcoming dust storm along Punssutawiney streets.
McGoos resident Meteo, Mr. and Mrs. George C. Snyder, Harry C. Lauek, and Clarice Witliama appear in a scattered personals column. The group includes departures to Cleveland and hosting arrangements with Winn, Thomas, and Mew Clarice, reflecting social connections and visits in the community.
Fragmentary notice describes visitors including Mrs Gardner Mitson and Mrs Ethel Werlon visiting Mr Bullock's mother on South Aide and entering Pitts political fence corners, with uncertain location and purpose.
Washington dispatch reports General Charles H. Grosvenor predicts Democrat Bryan will miss 166 electoral votes and a Republican candidate will win easily regardless of the nominee. Grosvenor also hints he may run for Congress on an independent ticket if he cannot secure support.
United Press reports a chaotic fragment from Merlin dated March 26. The text describes Buelow preparing to address key reporters and newspapers while Herr Grecher is quoted with varied reactions. The piece references a colonial speech and Reichstag views amid political pressure and public attention.
Read as a candid pledge from Charles Am. Snyder to voters, promising faithful service if elected. He advocates direct popular authority on liquor laws, rejects political cliques, vows impartial representation, and requests voter support and trust for county tenure.
Matinee and night performances showcase palmist life reader Madame Lyecinaa with readings for ladies from morning to night. The show features Luke and Daley the country boy and girl and promises delight for young and old audiences alike.
Mrs Howard Blair of 107 Gilpin recalls long backache and night rest disruption from kidney trouble. She praises Doan's Kidney Pills, stating the remedy strengthened secretions and restored health, with Doan's sold by dealers at five cents or in poster form by Poster-Milburn Co Buffalo NY as sole US agents.
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