Watson as Indiana Senator Hopeful Promotes Protective Tariff
Advocates James E. Watson as the GOP choice for U S Senate from Indiana. Claims his leadership on a national tariff policy would unify Republican aims and elevate Indiana in Congress. Describes his decade in the House, leadership roles on Ways and Means and Naval Affairs, and four terms as House Whip.
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James 8. Watson
Toars
Indiana
Watson
Congress
Mr. Watson
James B. Watson
James E. Weatson
Democratic Party
Progressive Party
National Senate
House of Representatives
Ways and Means
House
Senate
United States Senate
Republican Party
A Wish For the Holiday Season
A compact verse by Celia Thaxter inviting the reader to choose love as life’s immortal joy. The speaker speaks of a youthful year personified as a messenger bearing both storm and sunshine and asks what blessing is sought. The central answer remains love, above earthly crowns or heavenly rewards.
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Earth
Heaven
County Line Bridge Contract Awarded to Oliver Steele
County commissioners awarded the county line bridge contract for the Sullivan Greene line to Oliver Steele for 2856 dollars. Five bidders competed while the bridge will be concrete. A second award for the Coleman bridge in Jackson township went to M C Lloyd and Son for 1090 dollars in Vigo county.
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STEEL
Sullivan
Greene Counties
Oliver Steele
Coleman
Jackson Township
M. C. Lloyd & Son
Vigo County
Saloon Proprietor Pleads Guilty to Three Liquor Charges
Noah Walters, indicted on nine counts, pleaded guilty to three counts of selling intoxicating liquor on Sunday before Judge Bridwell. He was fined $10 and costs in each case. Walters runs the Blue Goose saloon in Jackson township.
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Noah Walters
Bridwell
Walters
Jackson Township
John C Chaney Conducted Business in Vincennes
John C Chaney transacted business in Vincennes last week indicating ongoing local commerce activity and legal or financial dealings in the area.
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John C. Chaney
Vincennes
How to Cure Coughs and Colds Handbook
The article promotes Dr. King s New Discovery as a remedy to kill cold germs and ease coughs. It advises rest, proper eating, avoiding exposure, and warns against prolonged suffering, claiming the product clears germs and secretions and aids a speedy recovery. Available at all druggists.
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Dr. Ling
Dr. King
Christmas Dinners Across Nations and a Glimpse of English Feast History
The article contrasts Christmas meals in France Russia Italy and Germany with old English traditions. It notes French truff ed turkey and black puddings, Russian wheat porridge with honey, sweet stewed fruit, Italian eels and vermicelli, and German goose with rich cakes. It then describes medieval English feasting centered on boar’s head, peacock, geese, turkeys, and lavish side dishes washed down by ale and wine.
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Yuletide
Russia
England
Harper’s Weekly
Christmas Morning Thoughts on Jane and Knickknacks
A narrator recalls watching Jane fix knickknacks for Christmas day while dawn light and memories of home mix with thoughts of aging, family past, and the longing for loved ones. He envisions his father by the candle, his mother singing, and wonders if their future children will remember them at home.
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Jane
Will T. Hale
The Daring Free Tree Sparkling Electric Cheer
A historical notice extols electric Christmas tree lights as safe and convenient. It contrasts them with candle flames that cause fires during December celebrations, noting tiny lamps on silk covered wire offer long lasting decoration for children and gatherings.
Austrian Christmas Treat Fruchtbrod Delicacy
An Austrian Christmas delicacy called fruchtbrod blends raisins currants figs and chopped dates into a cake baked hot for the season. The article notes its traditional festive role in Austrian kitchens.
Christmas Greeting From Gungy Farm
A rural Christmas wish from Irene and family on a quiet Gungy farm. They describe two pens of hens and three cats, a garden, and fall cider, hoping to share their cheer and cash from the harvest with friends near and far as they bid peace and goodwill until next year.
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Irene
Christmas Sales Offer Before Move to New Building
A local store announces sweeping Christmas discounts before relocating seven doors south after the holiday trade. Oak heating stoves are heavily reduced with $3 to $5 savings for presenting this ad. The sale lists many items including silverware, carving sets, chafing dishes, and furniture, inviting customers to shop for practical presents this Xmas.
Electric Christmas Gifts Spark Novelty for Americans
Electric Christmas gifts retain a novelty charm and practical use for American shoppers. Items like electric shaving cups electric cigar lighters teapots samovars and chafing dishes offer a fresh twist on holiday gifts and perform tasks more efficiently than other options. The electric percolator and tea samovar add modern flair to home tables.
Wassail Bowl Traditions Across European Customs
The wassail bowl succeeded the skull of a Norse foe as a drinking vessel in old European Christmas customs. Bowls made of brown ware or massive silver held ale ginger sugar nutmeg and roasted crab apples. Modern practice often omits the apples and serves spiced sweetened ale.
Boar's Head Ceremony Returns at Queen's College
The ancient Christmas ritual of bringing in the boar's head is performed on Christmas afternoon at Queen's College in Oxford England. The head is carried on a silver dish shoulder high at the head of a procession led by the college choir which sings The Boar's Head Song.
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Queen College
Oxford
England
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