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Rockport Democrat

Location

Rockport, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Dec 01, 1916

Page

3

Neighbors say wage hikes hinge on Hughes election

The Philadelphia Record notes wage increases for mill operatives in New England Fall River and Rhode Island totaling 10 percent reaching 33 000 workers. It cites higher living costs at Kodak plants and 10 percent raises for coal miners in Har yton Kentucky and for three Augusta Georgia cotton mills. Hughes campaigners claim mills would face shutdowns absent a Hughes victory and tariff protection.

Philadelphia New England Fall River Rhode Island Kodak HarYton County Kentucky Augusta Hughes

Relief After Fifteen-Year Cough With Foley's Honey and Tar

R F Hall of Mabe Virginia writes that a fifteen year bronchial cough and throat irritation were relieved after using Foley's Honey and Tar. He states one bottle stopped the cough. T. C. Basye.

Foley R. F. Hall Mabe T. C. Basye

Hunters Return After Spencer County Trip

Oscar Minor and Ray Goble hunted birds in Spencer county on Tuesday but were met with cold welcomes from local farmers who posted signs and showed bad tempers. They returned home with their dog.

Oscar Minor Ray Goble Spencer County Cannelton Enquirer

Cough Remedy Ad and Judge Kiper Holds Court

An advertisement extols Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as a cure for persistent coughs after colds and grip. The notice cites a testimonial from Mrs. Beeching of Andrews Indiana. Also reported, former circuit judge Roesoe Kip er serves as special judge at Harrison circuit court in Corydon due to Judge Ridley's illness.

Thomas Beeching Andrews, Ind Chamberlian Kiper Harrison Roesoe Kiper Corydon Ridley Boonville

Cough Remedy Endorsed by Scottsville Mother

Mrs. Hugh Cook of Scottsville New York testifies that five years ago in Garbutt she treated two children with Chamberlains Cough Remedy for colds and coughs. She states it worked promptly, stopped coughing, and cured colds faster than anything else she used. Obtainable everywhere.

Hugh Cook Scottsville N. Y Garbutt N. Y Chamberlain

Fishy Food Plot Rumors Prompt Federal Probe

A federal inquiry into the high cost of produce uncovers alleged food gamblers who let crops rot to create shortages. A farmer testifies selling pumpkins to a man whose given name and address were fictitious, while seven carloads of potatoes were dumped into the Peoria river and large beans are reportedly held by the combine.

Peoria Illinios

Nervous Women Urged to Use Chamberlains Tablets

An advertising notice claims nervousness from constipation can be relieved quickly by Chamberlains Tablets and that the tablets improve digestion. The ad states they are obtainable everywhere.

Chamberlain

Dear Old Indiana Ferdinand News

Ed Hedinger and Willie Gerhard returned home from Iowa where they worked on a farm this fall. About 60 local men and boys were in Iowa fields, and many express strong pride in their home state, proclaiming Indiana the best Hoosier State.

Ferdinand Hedinger Willie Gerhard Iowa

Thanksgiving Echoes Through Time In Poetic Remembrance

A reflective piece blends Percy Shaw verse from the New York American with a Detroit Free Press prayerful meditation. It contrasts holiday memory with personal gratitude and spiritual guidance. The tone blends nostalgia and devotional thanks across November imagery and personal loss.

Thanksgiving Spirit Declares Its Time In Homes Across the Nation

An ode to the Thanksgiving atmosphere praising home, family, and shared meals. The piece notes that men provide the food but the day centers on affection, memory, and communal warmth. It emphasizes calm anticipation, gratitude, and the joy of being with loved ones.

Y Ve

A Thanksgiving Prayer and a Croup Recovery Tale

A Thanksgiving Prayer reflects gratitude for mercies despite past faults. An Eckert Georgia reader, Billie Mayberry, recalls two children suffering a croup attack and credits Foley’s Honey and Tar with their rapid recovery after a bedtime dose.

Billie

Nashville's Tax Turmoil Under Prohibition Policy

The Nashville real estate delinquency list swells to about seven thousand items as the city faces rising taxes, bond debt, and declining property values. The Courier-Journal and Nashville Banner report a fiscal crisis, with proposed tax increases, property devaluation, and residents moving beyond city limits to escape the burden. The Banner, while pro prohibition, argues for tax reform and tighter spending rather than opposing prohibition.

Nashville Courier-Journal Nashville Banner Tennessee Louisville Courier- Journal

Hall's Catarrh Medicine Promoted as Blood Remedy

Local applications fail to reach the disease. Hall's Catarrh Medicine is taken internally and said to act through the blood on mucous surfaces. Prescribed by leading physicians, it combines tonics with blood purifiers to treat catarrhal conditions. Testimonials are offered free by F. J. Cheney & Co., Toledo, Ohio.

Hall F. J. Chenney CO Toledo

Time Card Southern Railway Leave Schedule Note

Daily train departures listed as Nos 201 41 and 45 with times 7 30 a m 10 50 a m 6 00 p m 6 25 p m. Excludes Nos 201 and 43 Sundays Only for some services.

Southern Railway

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