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Newspaper
Russiaville Observer
Location
Russiaville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 29, 1908
Page
2
A brief Observers note features a quip about Arman and shrewd deception toward neighbors. It includes a London newspaper quip about travel routes from New York to Pennsylvania via the Tijudson river and New Jersey shore, and a sardonic aside about the Suez canal.
The Winfield Courier claims to have discovered that matrimony cures a cirl of the sigeling habit. Most men prefer hearing a girl cizzle to marrying her, reflecting a humorous stance on marriage.
A newborn hippopotamus at New York City Central Park Zoo is valued at $5,000. The note remarks that babies are judged by station in society, not by beauty.
The report states Germany will soon launch two battleships of 17 600 tons each, two ships of The tons each, and two ships of 26 000 tons. It suggests England may announce launching several 21 000 ton ships shortly.
The prompt asks whether the repress agent’s salary was raised or lowered after a hired agent attempted to keep a social figure’s name from newspaper coverage. It implies the salary action followed the intervention, but provides no explicit figure or direction.
A St. Louis preacher says kisses are unpardonable useler before marriage, claiming they occur in more varieties than discretion allows after the ceremony. The remark highlights moral expectations and social norms in pre wedding conduct.
A Nevada town with about 10 0600 inhabitants has grown in three months. Two respectable women recently arrived, prompting local newspapers to publish an extra edition. The notice extends congratulations to the town for the development.
The United States government approves a one million dollar power plant on the South Platte watershed near Denver Colorado and grants a right of way for transmission lines. The plant will enable the production of large electrical horsepower.
City Comptroller Metz cites a total back tax liability of 54 526 with 24 8760753 on real estate taxes, Faso on personal property, 662 on corporate real estate, and 24 02b9022 in franchise taxes.
A reflective passage questions the jury system, noting the limited wisdom of twelve jurors chosen from a broad list. It argues that the traditional method of settling disputes by enforced unanimity seems outdated and strains the wit of mankind to justify its use.
A New York fireman who died on duty is praised for heroism, with Bishop Potter noting his energy as he called them to act Come, boys. The department’s chief adds that every fireman risks life at every major blaze and fulfills duty despite danger.
The famed "silent room" under Prof. Isaac C. Rice on Riverside Drive in Manhattan will remain dedicated to chess. Solomon Schinasi has purchased the house but will preserve the room as a sanctuary for the king of games, keeping it quiet and undisturbed for tournaments and matches.
Henry Farman, after his Paris air voyage, wins the $10,000 prize and receives an invitation. The record notes his notable success in early aviation and the prize amount associated with the achievement.
The article notes a push for practical airships to prove progress and mentions a new pipe organ funded by inmates at Jeffersonville Reformatory. It also covers the Mrs. Gunness case with dentist I P Norton confirming dental work, and includes quips and cartoons reflecting the era.
Indianapolis plans a new city hall with estimated cost around 500000. Jacob Miesse aged 99 the oldest man in Hamilton county dies at his Noblesville home. Wild ginseng harvests attract hunters near Owensville with high earnings this year. A Mishawaka infant survives a fall after being saved from telegraph wires. Bass Lake to be stocked removing an undesirable fish. a 400 foot seine used in removal and stocking.
Farmers report cattle losses from rattlesnake bites in northern Earlington area. Several cattle were found dead or injured after encounters with venomous snakes. Authorities urged caution and advised keeping livestock secure and monitoring pastures for snakes.
The cornerstone of Richmond's $109,000 Young Men's Christian Association building was laid last week.
George Hull of Greenfield presents his Redbuck Joe mare aged twenty six with her eighteenth colt by her side showcasing a long line of foals and stable success.
Richard Higgins of Beckville near Lebanon hanged himself in the toolhouse at Pisgah Cemetery. His lifeless body was found several hours later.
Robert Shannon reports a hen in Pike county that has adopted a litter of kittens. The kittens trail the hen about the ward and rush to her when called, behaving much like a brood of chicks.
Farmers in Owensville chase leeches in a local market described as thriving with medicinal uses. The piece notes the abundance of leeches and the hope that doctors and physicians will prescribe them for medical courses.
Mrs Wisabeth Stee, eighty one, longtime proprietor of the Junction House, died last week at Limedate after thirty three years in that role. Her wide acquaintance with travelers made her a notable figure in the state.
John Hays Hammond, famed mining expert and adviser to the Guggenheims, will earn 500000 dollars annually for five years for his mining advice. He must not speculate or aid other firms. Hammond rose to fame after work in South Africa with Cecil Rhodes and business leaders, later guiding vast investments and exploration ventures. He is fifty five, tall and athletic, with a career spanning Yale and early U.S. and international mining prominence.
The War Department sent Congress an adverse report on building a Gary harbor breakwater to shelter the site of the world’s largest steel plant. It estimates a construction cost of 1 110 000 dollars and an annual maintenance cost of 10 000 dollars.
Walter Vanehn, newly professed at a revival in Evansville, seeks permission from county commissioners to erect four bronze tablets at the Coat House corners bearing the Ten Commandments. He offers to bear all costs, but the commissioners have persisted.
The Indiana Supreme Court unanimously approved the sweat box methods used by potters in the state. In one case the lower court ruled the confession inadmissible as evidence, but the higher court reversed, noting the prisoner did not undergo sweating.
Mrs Williandioover of Warsaw presents husband with thirteenth child six boys and seven girls all living Mayor C A Rigdon plans to send a family photograph to President Roosevelt for distribution on good news.
South Bend locomotive engineer Carl Lindhall announces a new safety block system for single and double track railways. He claims the invention will revolutionize the current block system in use and enhance railway safety and efficiency.
Aliss Anna J. Rhodes a young telephone operator at Mays Station stirred citizens at 1 am and helped prevent a post office and three general stores robbery. The thieves fled in a hail of bullets abandoning stolen rigs.
Application filed to stock 5,000,000 black bass, wall-eyed pike, and related fish in the Kankakee River at Momence this summer following a prior Government shipment last year.
Charles Ewing aged twenty two wagered friends he could drink beer with a pool hall ball in his mouth. The ball went in but he could not control his tongue or swallowing. Three physicians freed the ball to prevent choking and he faces possible lockjaw.
Indiana coal operators claim the miners strike is driven by a well funded plan to boost socialism in the mining district. They say socialism gains among miners influence delegates at conferences and conventions, creating unified opposition to operator proposals.
Umpire McKenzie urges removing Merry Widow hats at baseball games while Rev J W Johnson of Eighth Avenue Baptist recommends they be left off during services. The clash has sparked furore among women and may trigger indignation meetings in Terre Haute.
John Beatty of Portland a paper hanger was shot by his stepson Earl Mann. The bullet was removed and he will recover. Mann was discharged in Police Court as it showed he protected his mother from a brutal assault.
A military company held a dance at a hall in Evansville. All male negroes entering were required to leave revolvers and cigarettes with the doorkeeper. A strict order banning shooting and smoking was enforced at the entrance.
The two year old son of Frank Hiski Otis of Valparaiso drowned after falling into a tub of water in the family yard. The mother witnessed the accident from a doorway and fell while running to him. the child did not survive.
A forty five horsepower touring car carrying owner John C. Ellsworth, a chauffeur, and five passengers went out of control on Sumption Prairie road near South Bend. It plunged down a high embankment, turning turtle and badly injuring all occupants.
State Geologist W. S. Blatchley reports discovery of a new Indiana oil field offering potential regional energy expansion. He outlines location prospects and the geological basis for the find.
Carl W. Riddick secretary of the Republican State Committee distributes a comprehensive handbook to politicians and writers. The volume, larger than previous editions, covers Republican organization, national and state details, the Legislature, and general political information with detailed figures.
Twenty five Lawrence county farmers petition President Roosevelt against a bill to let a power company build a dam on the White River. They warn 15000 acres could flood and ruin land value, with landowners left without recourse if federal authorization proceeds. The measure mirrors vetoed water rights concessions in navigable streams and will be considered next session.
The report notes confirmation of Mrs. Gunness’s death, marking the long sought conclusion to the case and the discovery of her whereabouts.
A Sunday school lesson presents the Easter morning from John 20 1 18 with Mary Magdalene at the tomb the disciples Peter and the other believer visiting the tomb the angels and Jesus appearing to Mary The lesson includes cross reference questions on time place and proofs of the resurrection and teaching notes.
A lapidary splits a tadpole shaped yellow diamond and reveals the tail taint’s removal. The tail’s removal makes the stone appear uniformly white, a transformation the cutter says happens fairly often and increases value. Philadelphia Bullen.
A public uproar erupts when Rienzi begins an exordium amid a fire of genius. the crowd yells for the hook and he is dragged off stage. He later gains leave to print and his address is released to the public.
Mrs Williams of Gardiner Maine and Mrs Sperling of Chicago report medical hardship and avoidance of surgery after using Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound. The advertisement promotes the remedy for female illnesses including inflammation tumors and neural symptoms and invites letters for advice. It ends with a moral line about Action and money.
An ad notes Mrs Winson’s soothing syrup for children teething to soften gums ease inflammation and relieve wind colic. It claims one bottle provides relief and preserves the soul’s highest ideal as a guiding sentiment.
A Slim Box Promotes Health Insurance through Cascarets six tablets per dose. It compares Cascarets to exercise for bowel muscles, claims no purge or stomach upset, and urges casual use to prevent illnesses from weakened bowels. Produced by Sterling Remedy Company with stamped tablets.
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