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Newspaper

Rockport Democrat

Location

Rockport, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jun 18, 1915

Page

3

Local notices mix land sale and political hints in Boonville

Boonville reports E L Boyd of Ockport selling 96 acres in Luce township at Rockport auction on June 26. W E Stawell of Sikeston, Mo visits county. Sidwell from Luce township previously moved away twelve years. Editorials push Rockport as county seat but law blocks new vote. Cox faction and O Bannon discussed. Also notes on Terre Haute normal school enrollment, Tell City couple marriage, and a Switzerland trip by local clergy men.

Boonville Standard E. L. Boyd Ockport Our City Sikeston Rockport Grandview Monitor Charles Meuser New Albany Ledger Third Congressional District Ferock’s Hall J. L. O'Bannon Corydon William E. Cox Jasper Congress New Albany Bedford Democrat Wesley Baltin McCoy Bridge Zover Giane Creek Wm. E. Cox Rep. Cox Congressman Cox Spencer County State Normal School Terre Haute Ernest Aldridge Mt. Vernon Ind A. P. Fenn Tell City G. F. MecNaughton Cyrthiana Lincoln Lincoln City Ferginand Nuins Joe Schuler Huntingburg Jona Switzerland New York Holland Boonie Enquirer Boonville Anry Water Works Ig. E. Wesseler Rock- Port Cubain C. W. Halburge Co

Uncle Sam Egg and Poultry Car to Visit Rockport

The Egg and Poultry Refrigerating and Demonstration Car sails from Chrisney June 17 and reaches Rockport June 18. Department specialists test grade chill and pack local eggs for shippers at 8 30 to 4 30, spending one day. Demonstrations cover dressing chilling and packing chickens and turkeys for distant markets to reduce waste and boost local profits.

Uncle Sam Chrisney Rockport Department of Agriculture H. A. McAleer Thevys New York

Rains Tackle Chinch Bug In Southern Illinois

Reports by W P Flint assistant state entomologist in southern Illinois show rains and resultant mould kill chinch bugs. Mould, a white frostlike spore, clings to bugs, causing deaths and reducing the pest population. eggs show over 4 percent infection, though the pest is expected to be eliminated this season with continued wet weather.

Illinois W. P. Flint

Prayers and Covenant In Prayer Life And Messianic Expectation

A religious discussion on prayer versus worship, the privilege of praying for the consecrated, and the distinction between worldly and divine concerns. It cites Hebrews and John, notes misbeliefs about approaching God, and describes the priestly privilege of prayer, reproofs from brethren, and the Fruits of the Spirit. It foresees the faithful escaping trouble and Messiah's thousand-year reign.

Bible Church Jesus David Lts Sheol Rome Satan Red Sea Mesigiah

Tariff Reform and Currency Bill hailed as era defining

The article credits the Payne Aldrich tariff revision and the currency bill as the Sixty third congresss first great achievements. It praises the tariffs honesty and notes broad support from Wall Street and the West. It highlights bipartisan cooperation and global approval as outcomes of reform.

Congress Wall Street West House South

Prosperity Rise in Kansas City Banks Shocks Markets

Four months of deposits in Kansas City banks increased by over 28 million pounds, reaching record highs. The surge reflects wartime wheat profits and boosted business activity, signaling a solid regional prosperity and expectation of another large crop. Kansas City stands as the financial and commercial hub of the territory with expanding trade foreseen.

Kansas City Kansas City Territory

Wilson as Statesman and Politician in His Presidency

The piece argues that Woodrow Wilson’s statesmanlike qualities depend on his political skill. It credits his leadership of Congress as yielding the most constructive session in fifty years, attributing this to his consummate political ability.

Wilson Woodrow Congress

Public virtue guides Congress says editor in praising honesty

The piece claims democracy depends on the moral qualities of the people and praises Congress for constructive legislation rooted in honesty and concern for the public good. It asserts the nation approves the plain virtues over fancy theories.

Congress

McKinley tariff name signals likely 1917 presidency

A fragment notes that the Republican nominee’s identity will matter for the White House debut on March 4 1917 with the tariff as a key issue. It suggests the name will influence policy and public opinion, contrasting with generic party aims.

McKinley Repubictan White House New York Evening Mail

Realize His Worth as Senate Leader

Senator Underwood is praised for able leadership as Democrats in the Senate welcome his worth and potential guidance.

Senator Underwood Democrats Senate

Congress Closes With Routine Session Evaluation

The recent congressional session is seen as routine, with Theodore Wilson's broader program stalling. The press notes a reaction against executive pressure after earlier concessions, while acknowledging routine matters remain essential.

Congress Wilson

Direct from ore Cowper Coles iron plates and tubes

New metallurgy claims direct electrolysis of ore can form iron plates and tubes at lower cost. Using an acid bath and dynamo current, tubes are built on a lead core and plates on a flat electrode, then heated to remove the core and finish the product. The method promises higher quality iron and potential use of waste ore without mining.

Cowper- Coles

The Greek flag colors and Bavarian link described

An article notes the Greek flag design with nine blue and white stripes and a white cross on blue in the canton, and mentions blue and white as Bavarian colors adopted to honor the Bavarian prince. It also discusses inexpensive matchstick production using Indian grass sutra at Sholapur, cut, boiled, dipped, and dried.

Biesonry Bavaria Greece India Sholapur

Parisian Sage Promises Soft Fluffy Hair Renewal

An advertisement touts Parisian Sage by T. C. Busye as a cheap tonic that nourishes hair roots, stops dandruff, prevents thinning, and cures itchy scalp. It claims rapid growth, removal of dandruff in one application, and restoration of brightness and vigor for oily dry or brittle hair.

T. C. Busye

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