Old Stone House Memories and Local News Briefs
The Boonville Enquirer notes a cherished photo of the old stone house on the Ohio near Newburg once built by Judge Gaines H. Roberts and connected to a family history reaching back to 1835. It also mentions Chamberlain’s Colic remedy and local traction plans from Huntingburg, plus a record surge of mortgage filings in Posey county and Roosevelt and Taft campaign spending across several states.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wesley Wilson
Gaines H. Roberts
Ohio River
Newburg
Boonville Inquirer
Roosevelt
New York
Ohio
Taft
Pennsylvania
Massachusetts
Tragedies fill pages and headlines across papers
A collage of dramatic headlines from multiple papers highlights tragic, sensational, and odd events from misadventures to ship and industry news. Included are quotes about broken records, dangerous errors, miscommunications, and warnings from health and licensing notices. The prose also notes marriages, political visits, audits, and local business banter.
Couple Married After License in Spencer County Journey
Rucker M Talbott and Elsie Rust of Spencer County obtained a marriage license in this city on Saturday and were married. Mrs Johnnie Kinney near Chrisney was struck by lightning during last Friday's storm, knocked lifeless and severely injured. she remains in precarious condition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rucker M. Talbott
Elsie Rust
Spencer County
Cannelton
Johnnie Kinney
Chrisney
Chrisney Sun
To bolt or not to bolt in a pie fight at the polls
The Memphis Commercial Appeal wryly weighs voter appetite amid campaign slogans and party food wars. Citizens debate sticking with Taft crust or fleeing to Roosevelt counters for a new, greedy helping. A satirical meditation on appetite, power, and public trust.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Samuel
Memphis
A Word for the Crow and its Farm Role
An opinion piece argues crows are valuable farm allies despite opposition from farmers and lawmakers. It cites crow help against pests and snakes, notes seasonal behavior, and warns against over blaming crows for crop damage while mentioning a local real estate transfer list.
Evansville aviation circus promises thrilling three day event
The Courier previews Evansville three day aviation circus with Lincoln Beachey Farnum Fish Horace Kearney and Wright versus Curtiss airship races. Attendees can expect aerial races balloon ascension parachute leap auto and motorcycle shows and athletic contests. Round trip Rockport tickets include grounds admission.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Evansville
Courier
Lincoln Beachey
Niagara Falls
Farnum Fish
Wright
Horace Kearney
San Francisco
Pacific Ocean
Curtiss
Rockport
Ithe
Longest living animals and historic elephants in ancient lore
The text notes the whale as the longest lived animal with an estimated 1000 year span, followed by the elephant which, under favorable conditions, may live about 400 years. It also mentions Alexander the Great and a mighty elephant used in campaigns in India.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Guvier
Alexander the ‘Great
Portis
India
Bata
Longevity in Animals Revealed Through Ages and Pulses
The article lists remarkable lifespans from lions living up to 710 years to swans at 300 years and tortoises at 107. It compares pulse rates across species, noting lions 40, tigers 96, horses 40, wolves 45, foxes 48, bears 33, eagles 160, and butterflies 60 per minute, with caveats about accuracy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles VI
Senlis
Caesar
Hall's Catarrh Cure promise from F J Cheney
Frank J Cheney swears as senior partner of F J Cheney & Co that the firm will pay one hundred dollars for each catarrh case not cured by Hall's Catarrh Cure He signs the affidavit in Toledo Ohio on December 6 1886 The remedy is claimed to work through the blood and mucous surfaces and testimonials are offered Free samples and sales by druggists are noted Hall's Family Pills for constipation are also advertised.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State of Ohio
Toledo
Lucas County
Frank J. Cheney
F. J. Cheney & Co
Hall
A. D
A. W. Gleason
F. J Cheney & CO
Root Juice Tonic Promises Health Benefits to Digestive System
The passage touts ROOT JUICE as the best tonic for stomach and bowel mucous linings and bladder health, claiming it invigorates liver and kidneys. It lists general debility nervous weakness stomach troubles kidney affections rheumatism and general breakdown as conditions improved by its use, noting thousands have experienced quick, beneficial results.
Local business notices and sales listings
A clutter of advertisements shows shoe sales at Fred Walker's in Evansville, fertilizer supplies from Rimstidt & Feigel, tobacco and seed stock from local providers, Rhode Island Red eggs from A. D. Garlinghouse, and tools and lumber for sale. Also listed are a paint shop opening by Mat Hirsch, oak lumber and concrete products, Thoroughbred ducks from Mrs. Ed Squier, stove and lawn mower repairs, a Rockport Milling Company listing, and general groceries from J. A. Hargis plus hats from Mrs. M. Weil and seasonal picnic goods.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Chamberlain
T. C. Basye
Vinecennes
Alvin P. Beeler
Francis B. Morgan
Petersburg
Beeler
Huntingburg
Ferdinand Railroad
Traction Company
Miller
Recorder
Recorder’s Office
Fosey County
Mt. Vernon Star
Los Angeles Express
Milwaukee Sentinel
Springfield Union
Cincinnati Enquirer
Louisville Times
J. S. Johnson
Indiana
Dale Reporter
T.C. Basye
Horace L. Hayford
Gladys Richardson
D. P. Holt
Boonville
Richland City
Charles Lieb
Rollie Morris
E. Swift
Kokomo
State Board of Accounts
Petersburg Democrat
Jefferson Township
Chicago
Postal’ Savings Bank
Itvis
Dale
Gomez
Owensboro
Messenger
Henry L. Spayd
Alois J. Koenig
Elizabeth Koenig
Alva W. Brown
Daisy Walters
Anna F. Rhoades
Alva N. Brown
Frank Schutz
Johanna Weiderkehr
St. Meinrad
Christof G. Bauer
Henry Braun
Evanston
William Fishback
Evangelical Association
Salem and Zoar
Uliness
Zoar
Salem
Trinity
Lutheran Church
J. H. Diehl
W. A. Moser
Baye Ardgeist
Bfae AP
Fred Walker’s
Halbruge
Knapp
Ind
Rimstidt & Feigel
Jeff Ray & Son’s
S. C
Rhode Island
A. D. Garlinghouse
Azure
M. Weil
Rockport Planing Mill Co
Mat Hirsch
David Stillwell
Elm Street
John P. Eigemann
Rockport Milling Company
Ducks
Sach
Ed Squier
Lumberland Telephone
J. A. Hargis
Rockport, Ind
H. L. Stratton
J. W. Burns
Dr. Stratton
Veranda Hotel
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