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Newspaper
Riverdale Pointer
Location
Riverdale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Sep 25, 1908
Page
7
In Toulon France during a gunnery drill on the Latouche Treville a 7.6 inch turret gun exploded with devastating violence wrecking the after turret and killing 13 crew members. Several others were seriously injured and the incident mirrors a prior blast aboard the Couronne off Hyeres.
Introduction of evidence in Abe Raymer murder trial reveals police beatings at the city prison the night of the riots. Soldiers testified Raymer screamed and bled after being "sweated" while two officers admitted slapping him. The blood on his shirt remains unexplained as defense seeks to explain it.
Allan Forbes of Dedham Pony Polo team was convicted by Judge Sears in Salem district court of cruelty to his pony during a Myopia game on September 12. A $50 fine was imposed and Forbes appealed the verdict. The judge noted Forbes, in the heat of the game, saddled the animal more than he realized or intended.
Reno actor Nat C. Goodwin files a sealed divorce complaint against his wife Bessie Hall Goodwin known as Maxine Elliott. Allegations remain undisclosed until the case proceeds. attorney comments are unavailable.
Upton Sinclair reflects on wealth at Lake Rincid noting riches bring false pleasures yet can reveal genuine friends who value a person for true qualities. He recalls a struggling writer who became a millionaire after an aunt’s death and shares their Broadway rendezvous.
The widow Peck asks for a revised portrait of late Mrs. Peck claiming the image should be a speaking likeness. The widower Peck requests adjustments to better capture the sitters character.
A testimonial from W H Dean of Newark Delaware in 1907 claims eczema on hands was cured after two boxes of Cuticura Ointment and one cake of Cuticura Soap. The ad-style account notes severe cracking and pencil fitting tests and praises Cuticura products.
Readers are told Hall's Catarrh Cure is the only positive cure for catarrh. The ad claims the treatment cures constitutional disease by acting on blood and mucous surfaces. Proprietors offer $100 for any case it fails to cure and invite testimonials from F. J. Cheney & Co in Toledo, Ohio. Sold by all druggists at 75 cents. Take Hall's Family Pills for constipation.
A light exchange contrasts age and feel good humor. The Philadelphia Press quips about a man’s age versus how old he feels, joking how someone who feels two years old might respond.
A Hungarian washing machine uses electrified water as part of its washing process. The system claims to improve cleaning efficiency by applying electric current through the wash water to assist soil removal. Further details on implementation or safety were not provided.
Harold receives daily postcards from his mother abroad each urging him to brush his teeth. Her visit disrupted, she plans a steady routine reminder, aiming to ensure lasting habits despite his sisters' care.
Advertisement style notes warn against buying white lead without purity proof. National Lead Company offers a testing kit and a free paint book, citing the Dutch Boy trademark as a purity guarantee. Also includes scattered quotes and product references.
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