Observer Motto Promotes Self Focus in Russiaville
The Observer features a local motto criticizing men who meddle in others affairs while neglecting their own business. Publisher Geo L Woody notes the issue in Russiav il le Indiana.
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Newspaper
Russiaville Observer
Location
Russiaville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 14, 1908
Page
6
Mme Patti Delivers Farewell Appearance Yet Again
The article notes Patti Mollaire likely gives another farewell performance. It hints the act may serve her own welfare rather than a lasting farewell.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mme, Patti
College professors and doctors push many fool theories today
The passage notes that many questionable theories are advanced by college professors and doctors, implying skepticism toward expert claims.
Alligator Saving Scheme Backfires
An odd opinion notes nature’s plan to save the alligator by making it unappealing fails, labeling the approach as ineffective and problematic.
Young King Manuel Demands Right to Choose Love
The article highlights Manuel's insistence on independence as he pursues his own romantic path, emphasizing personal autonomy in matters of falling in love.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Manuel
Black Hand Extorts $5000 From Tretty Green
A Black Hand agent demanded five thousand dollars from Tretty Green but she refused to surrender funds until she could review the nature of the securities involved.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tretty Green
Headache Cure Quirk Divides Doctor and Boy
A quirky remark from a physician notes adults seek relief while the average boy would rather keep the headache, reflecting differing attitudes toward remedies and discomfort.
China learns to wake and sleep in cycles at times
A fragment suggests China develops habits of waking and sleeping in cycles, with phrases noting occasional announcements that reflect a pattern of renewal and rest. The text hints at cultural rhythms without detailing concrete events or dates.
Local Builder Plans Home for Aged Theatrical Writers
Aaron Rothschild proposes constructing a residence for elderly playwrights and writers. The idea honors authors of classic works, including the author of Merry Widow, suggesting the creator is aged enough to qualify for the project.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aaron Rothschild
Natives Flee Upon New York to Paris Auto Arrival
Report notes Siberian villagers fled to their houses when the New York to Paris automobiles appeared. The writer observes that people are alike the world over.
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Siberia
Alaska Gold Output and Purchase Value Estimated
The article estimates Alaska's gold output this year at 26,000,900 dollars, asserting the 7,200,000 dollar purchase price was a bargain. This frames a strong financial take and implies a favorable comparison between production value and the outlay.
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Alaska
Homely men and self made plans in old sayings
The remark suggests that bald headed bow legged men who are self made would have chosen different plans and specifications, implying pragmatism and personal resourcefulness over appearance. The quote reflects a humorous, folksy view of personal merit in choosing work.
New Ledford Captain Sails Whaling Voyage With Wife
A Ledford Massachusetts captain sails on a whaling voyage with his wife as first mate. The second mate faces pressure to avoid trouble, described as needing diplomacy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ledford, Mass
Policeman Tried For Cowardice Over Revolver Incident
In New York a policeman faced a cowardice trial after fleeing from a woman wielding a revolver. The defense argued he would have been praised for restraint if the assailant had used a hatpin instead.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Physician argues corset benefits women’s health
A physician now advances that the corset is beneficial and not harmful. This marks the first statement likely to persuade women to abandon the now-debated garment.
Barn-Dance Denounced by Convention of Dancing Masters
A convention of dancing masters denounces the old fashioned barn-dance. They argue it does not require learning, but arises naturally in a man who feels good, making it hard to teach or control.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. Meardle
Transportation and Mechanical
T.st.l.& W. Ry
Clover Leaf
National Correspondence School of
Michigan Ave
30Th St
Chicago
Swimmer, Boat-Rocker, and Firecracker Hero in Print Folly
A witty reflection critiques sensationalism as figures like the distant swimmer the boat rocker and a firecracker holding hero seek fame by any means, suggesting name printed in papers equates to prestige regardless of method.
Mixed traits in human nature debated by New York American
The New York American argues that wisdom folly nobility and cowardice reside in one person, noting the paradox that wise individuals still let folly show in their letters.
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New York American
Vanderbilt Jr Sees Marriage and the Simple Life
W. K. Vanderbilt Jr comments that marriage thrives on a simple life though he warns the simple life may not guarantee perpetual pleasantness if troubles arise. The remark reflects a cautious view of domestic happiness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. K. Vanderbilt, Jr
Court drops so help me God oath in Louisville police court
Judge J. W. McGee ruled that So help me God is seldom sincere and too often used flippantly. He ordered the clerk to remove the phrase from the court form and will enforce the change for the remainder of his term.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
God
Louisville
J. W. McGee
Mexico Allocates 25 Million for Irrigation Canals
The republic imitates Western states by spending 25 million dollars on irrigation projects. Drought threatens timberless regions and starving populations. Irrigation ditches promise reliable water and a bloom for arid lands.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Republic of Mexico
Mexico
Miners Out of Work as Coal Demand Drops in Boonville Area
Rain relief reaches Indiana reducing drought effects but fails to revive coal demand in Boonville leaving hundreds of miners idle. A two year old girl drowned after following ducks into a pond near Clay City, the family noting two feet of water.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boonville
Ross Shields
Clay City
Bed strike flash saves Hartford City man
A lightning bolt struck a bed where Wilson Todd of Hartford City slept. a feather tick served as insulation under his body and he survived the shock.
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Wilson Todd
Hartford City
Quail Season Promises Strong Hunts in Gibson County
Quail and other small game are unusually numerous in Gibson county this summer, and hunters are expecting exceptional sport during the next Opel season.
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Gibson County
Stolen Campaign Goods Labeled with Yatt Likeness
Burehlis entered Dr. George W. Pepe's Evansville drug store and stole several thousand campaign buttons bearing the likeness of W. H. Yatt. No other items were taken.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Burehlis
George W. Pepe
Evansville
W. H. Yatt
Mystery body found near Rolling Prairie under rails
A well dressed man about 40 years old was found dead beneath a pile of rails about a mile east of Rolling Prairie in a developing mystery case. The body was concealed by rails and a careful search followed to determine cause and identity. Investigators consider foul play and are pursuing leads.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Japorte
Ao Hai Mile
Child Dies After Choking On Crabapple
Lethea Mas Barnett aged 7 choked on a crabapple while consuming it at home near Polsonsville. She was the daughter of Mr and Mrs Thomas Barnett.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lethea Mas Barnett
Thomas Barnett
Polsonsville
Young farmers seek Michigan homes after harvest
A group of young farmers near Morocco plan to move to Michigan once crops are collected. They cite high rents and reduced yields over the last two to three years as the main motivation for changing locations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Morocco
Michigan
Man racing death loses to fate at home tragedy
Jacob Juoh a businessman from iyv masaville raced to his wife upon hearing she was dying but arrived too late to save her. He faced the shock of her death while attending a ball game, then rushed home in despair.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jacob Juoh
Iyvmasaville
Newcastle Council Plans 700000 Gallon Fire Reservoir
The Newcastle Council commissions an estimate for a 700000 gallon reservoir to improve water supply and be kept in reserve for fire protection use only.
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Newcastle Council
How They Ousted Wesley Chief Ousted by Board of Works
After refusing Governor Hanly’s demand to resign Chief Wesley McCullough of New Albany was demoted by the Board of Works and Sergeant Jacob Fess was promoted to his position.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hanly
Wesley McCullough
New Albany
Board of Works
Jacob Fess
Stude Baker Secures Key South Bend Site for 8 Story Office
J. M. Stude baker has secured a large portion of a prime South Bend business district property and plans a new 500000 dollar office building. The eight story structure will be stone and brick and rise in the near future.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
South Bend
J. M. Studebaker
Lafayette Bans Fireworks and Fourth Celebrations
City Council enacts a strict ordinance prohibiting sale and use of all fireworks in Lafayette. No resident may purchase fireworks elsewhere or ignite them within the city limits.
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Lafayette
Huntington Plans Marble Mausoleum in Mt Hope Cemetery
A stock company forms to build a $50,000 mausoleum in Mt Hope Cemetery. The structure will be half buried in the hillside and provide crypts for hundreds of bodies, using marble tile and reinforced concrete in the county's best cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Huntington
Mt. Hope
Police to prosecute matrimonial runners in Jeffersonville
Jeffersonville Board of Police Commissioners orders Capt. M Clegg to crack down on runners who help eloping couples find a magistrate and split the fee after the ceremony. Complaints are mounting, prompting a vigorous city crackdown.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Board of Police Commissioners of
Jeffersonville
M. (. Clegg
Indiana Coal Mines Urged To Modernize By Government Expert
Geologist K. T. Willard, dispatched by the government to collect coal samples and fossil formations, says Indiana coal mines are better kept and operated in a more modern fashion than those in many other states.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indiana
K. T. Willard
Farmer John Gast Dies After Bull Attack Near Valparaiso
John Gast aged 75 a well known farmer near Valparaiso was fatally injured after a bull charged him in the farm yard. The incident occurred on his property and authorities are reporting the death as the result of injuries sustained in the attack.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Gast
Valparaiso
Record Breaking Hog Sale Sets New Price High
A hog sale set a record as forty six prize hogs belonging to James Riley and Son averaged 110 dollars per head. Premier Wonder a yearling boar sold for 1500 dollars to A C Robbins of Kirksville Missouri.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Riley & Son
Premier Wonder
A. C. Robbins
Kirksville
Local Mob Abducts Rush County Farmer Near Arlington
At midnight eighteen whitecaps abducted John Tribbey a wealthy Rush County farmer near Arlington beating him severely with large nailed boards. He was scourged nude in a brutal assault described as unprecedented in the county and linked to a notorious Werian acquaintance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Tribbey
Rush County
Arlington
Tribbey
Petersburg Feudist Joe Frank Seeks Presidency Nominations
In a note responding to congratulations on his nomination by the independence party Joe Frank of Petersburg, a longtime foe of Thomas L. Hisgen of Springfield receives word that Hisgen will visit Petersburg, his birthplace and boyhood home, accompanied by Mr William R Hearst.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Independence Party
Joe Frank
Petersburg
Thomas L. [Hisgen
Springfield
Mass
Hisgen
William R. Tlearst
O Hara Declines Foreign Consul Post in Peru Return
James O Hara son of John W O Hara United States consul to Montevideo Uruguay for two years and later at Santos Brazil has returned to Peru He states he would rather not occupy a foreign consul seat and would fire an engine on the Wabash Railway instead to his friends
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James O'Hara
John W. O'Hara
United States
Montevideo
Uruguay
Santos
Brazil
Peru
Wabash
Caustic Wit and Poem by Noted Doctor
A renowned physician and occasional writer recently had a poem published and spoke with a witty woman who teased him about writing verse. He replied that he writes to kill time and joked about his other patients. Also noted is a remark about digestion of white versus reddish fish flesh.
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London Globe
Persian Decorates Facet of Faeces with Animal Paintings
A fragment notes that some Persian beauties adorn their excrement by painting figures of animals and insects on them. The unusual detail depicts cultural practices in decorative hygiene.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Persia
Doain’s Whidney Pills Claimed To Cure Incurable Ailments
Levi P. Brockway of Anoka Minnesota reports five months in a hospital with incurable diagnosis then discharge. He claims the pills relieved heart trouble smothering spells impaired vision and kidney disorders and that he has felt well since using Doain’s Whidney Pills. Sold by Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY for 50 cents a box.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Levi P. Brockway
Second Ave
Anoka
Minn
Doain
Foster-Milburn Co
Buffalo
N.Y
Family liability in China for a man's debts
In China a man’s family bears responsibility for his debts. The rule extends to ensure creditors can pursue relatives for repayment regardless of direct agreement. This traditional obligation shapes personal finance and legal risk within households.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
China
A Clever Girl in Auto Enthusiast Chats
A brief exchange notes a clever girl with a mobile sauce and an auto enthusiast named Wauasp remarks. The dialogue suggests light banter about mobility and taste without further details.
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Dyer
Ryer
Wauasp
Yellow Clothes Keep White With Red Cross Ball Blue
Advertisement says yellow clothes stain white using Red Cross Ball Blue. Grocers offer large Yoz. packages priced at five cents.
Why They Don't Desert From Mexican Army
Senor Jose de Minaldez of Nueva Leon says desertion in Mexico’s army is rare and punished. He notes fugitives are quickly captured and whipped publicly, with comrades witnessing the punishment, reinforcing the duty to stay.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mexico
Senor
Jose de Minaldez
Nueva Leon
Baltimore American
Widow Mary Keefer Tries Suicide Over Lost Money
Mary L. Keefer a 60 year old widow attempted suicide in Huntington by slashing her throat with a razor, fearing accusations of stealing her son Edwin Keefer's money. A purse containing 119 dollars vanished from Edwin's country home a week earlier while the family was away. Mrs. Keefer, who will recover, was the only known visitor at the house the day of the disappearance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary L. Keefer
Huntington
Edwin Keefer
Rat Dies in Coconut Nut Mystery
A Colombo warden found a coconut containing a dead rat with its head in the nut. The rat, likely nibbling within as the nut formed, was crushed when the nut fell to the ground, killing the animal just before withdrawal.
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Colombo
Ceylon
Logansport Woman Reclaims Stolen Diamond Ring
Miss Marie A. Gross rowed with companions to bathe in the river. She removed her diamond and tied it to fish line attached to the boat. A few days later Frank Handy hauled in a sucker fish with the ring in its mouth, and Miss Gross recovered the jewel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marie A. Gross
Logansport
Frank Handy
Miss Gross
Incomparable temper sparks divorce request in court
A lawyer asks for grounds for divorce and the wife responds with a witty line. She cites the husband’s unwavering agreement and the monotony of life as the sole reason, highlighting a humorous take on marital discord.
Indiana State Fair premium list raises awards for 1897 exposition
The premium list shows total prizes of 58 663 dollars for the fair to be held the week of September 7 in Indianapolis. Trotting and pacing lead with 21 900 dollars. cattle and beef divisions total 14 251 dollars. dairy cattle 3 375. dairy and creamery 210. sheep 2 665. swine 2 000. poultry 2 499. farm products 1 189. fruit 696. plants and flowers 830. bees 248. table luxuries 209. fine arts 1 970. Entry lists close August 27 with the fair opening September 7. premium lists from the Secretary at State House.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State House
Indianapolis
State Agriculture Official Seeks Reduced Rail Rates for Indiana Fair
Charles Downing secretary of the State Board of Agriculture is in Chicago conferring with Central Passenger Association officials to obtain reduced railroad rates for the Indiana State Fair September 7 to 11. He previously faced trouble with concessions due to the 2-cent fare law and aims to secure lower costs this year. The Western Passenger Association has granted 1 ½ cents per mile for fairs in its territory.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Downing
State Board of Agriculture
Chicago
Central Passenger Association
Downing
Western Passenger Association
Public Meeting Forms Bethlehem Law Violator Group
A Bethlehem gathering formed an organization to swiftly deal with law violators after three killings in under a year. The meeting aimed to establish actions and procedures for future enforcement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bethlehem
Grape-Nuts Promises Strength From Postum Drink
A Yorks tle woman shares a decade long stomach and liver struggle. After ditching coffee, she uses Postum and Grape-Nuts, gaining twenty pounds and regaining energy. She now works mornings without rest and eats modestly with Grape-Nuts for breakfast. The letter ends with a Postum Co claim of authenticity and a plug for The Road to Wellville.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Yorkstale
Postum Co
Battle Creek
Mich
Wellville
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