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Newspaper
Rockport Democrat
Location
Rockport, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 29, 1908
Page
3
The notice advertises a low price and urges readers to order the paper, distinct from another outlet, the Vour ier-Journal, implying a distribution arrangement with Rockport Democrat and selling for one dollar a year.
Local pricing for Daily Courier-Journal and Sunday edition offered at $6.00 and $2.00 per year respectively. An appeal for readers to subscribe via The Democrat in Rockport Indiana. Chamberlain's Pain Balm advertised for rheumatism relief with notes on temporary to permanent relief and product sizing.
Congressman Payne leads a Saturday floor debate charging Democrats with dishonesty in elections as Congressman Williams presses for full campaign donation disclosure. The exchange highlights Republican resistance to publishing donors and purposes, while Roosevelt's proposal faces House resistance amid broader currency and river-improvement impasses shaping a divided GOP era.
Marion, a six year old, struggles with French under a constant governess. Her speech shows slang and rough language more easily than proper elocution. A recent question to the child about a new tutor yields a sharp remark about the subjunctive. Salted for Suckers reports large rock salt deposits in Death Valley seen as a potential gold mine.
The Spencer county Democratic convention on May 19 adopted resolutions pledging adherence to party principles, opposing Republican policies, and demanding honest, economical county administration. They call for no money or favors to influence voters, advocate forest preservation laws, and require transparent campaign spending disclosures before the election. They also endorse Mayor John W. Boehne for Congress and urge cross-party cooperation to bind candidates to agreed principles.
The notice endorses Louis N. Savage for prosecuting attorney and supports placing delegates for his nomination. It calls for a four year county office term with a one term limit and outlines backers for Charles Lieb, Thomas H. Axton, and Albert Byrne. Included is an advertisement for ManZan Pile Remedy at 56 cents sold by T. C. Basye.
A descriptive passage portrays pygmies as climbers using vines or hands and legs to ascend trees. They are shown as prayerful, changing pleas from rain to protection from violence. Maj Powell-Cotton’s gunbearer observes a forest group dining in a semi circle with okapi belts and finery, sharing banana honey and sweet potatoes.
An advertisement guarantees ManZan Pile Remedy priced at 500. The ready to use treatment promises prompt relief and healing for any form of piles after one application. Sold by T. C. Basya.
When a baby is cross and worried, Cas ca sweet is advertised as a well known remedy for babies and children that will quiet the little one quickly. The bottle lists ingredients clearly and it contains no opiates. Sold by T. C. Basye.
The National Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee opens headquarters in Washington and plans a campaign handbook ready by July 1. It calls for voter cooperation and contributions to support electing a Democratic Congress, promising a handbook copy to contributors. James T. Lloyd chairs the effort and invites remittances to Washington, D. C.
Dr Gurley C McCoy of Richland City a former Rockport student completed the medical course at Washington University St Louis The graduation exercises occurred Thursday and he will stay in a St Louis hospital for one year before locating elsewhere
A fragment notes that fortune can favor speed even without force, reflecting on chance and skill shaping outcomes in uncertain effort. The line suggests persistence and rapid action can overcome limitations and alter fate.
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