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Newspaper

The Greenville Journal

Location

Greenville, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Apr 23, 1908

Page

3

Clairvoyant Tracked Man Across Detroit to Canada

In Ohio a wealthy man vanished with about $20000. A woman hypnotized into clairvoyance described his night journey through Detroit to Canada, naming streets and the thief’s assumed name. The observer notes impressions may be telepathy or clairvoyance, arguing warnings can foretell danger without certainty of fate.

Ohio Detroit Mich Canada Jefferson Avenue Woodward Avenue Ariswold’ Street Clinton Street Liaten

Premonitions and telepathy in misread Ashtabula tale

In this peculiar reminiscence the narrator recalls a near wreck at Ashtabula and a warning he heard within a sleepless mind. He details a personal warning that saved his life while others ignored similar signals, and links the theme to historical omens, clairvoyance and the Lincoln Booth episodes.

Health Exercises for Women in Home Routine

A historical guide describes simple daily exercises for women to improve posture strength and sleep. It outlines starting positions with one knee kneeling, leg extended, arms raised, then bending the trunk backward, holding briefly, and repeating. It notes variations with weights and twisting motions to tighten the waist and chest while stressing careful, modest practice.

Man Skillfully Woos While Churchbox Comedy Unfolds

A Cincinnati tale of romance and mistaken money in a church pew. A cynical man recalls chasing a daisy like love, botched tickets and a $600 bill swapped for a $1, ending with an awkward exit as the deacon nudges him into the street.

Excellent for tired nerves and self rubbing routine

The article promotes vigorous body rubbing as a sedative for nerves, noting self-massage with hands or towels after bathing. It cites a case where a woman improved by nightly warm baths, cold rinse, and vigorous self rubbing, followed by hot milk. It emphasizes towels and flannel for hard-to-reach areas and suggests daily practice.

Antique Greek bolffure depicts two gold bands round the ball

A description of a vintage Greek bolffure showing two gold bands circling a spherical form with a loose cluster of curls at the back, highlighting its design and ornamental features.

Pink and Red Poplin in Spring Fashion Notes

The article discusses vivid pinks and rose reds as modlah colors used as small accents in hats and garments. It highlights pink embroidery on collars and matching bows, with flamingo tones in scarves and waist trim. It also notes artificial berries and fruit motifs for hat ornaments as a seasonal, less elegant alternative to flowers.

Timber Laden Vessels Pose Hidden Navigation Risk

Timber laden ships may become waterlogged and refuse to sink, drifting for weeks with mass gone and rocks awash. They pose a danger to incoming vessels as they drift in a ship’s track or may wreck them.

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Pretty Glass Baskets and Turban Trends Inspire Spring Decor

The piece notes five glass baskets with handles as stylish yet affordable table ornaments in broad mouth designs suitable for fresh or planted displays. It also previews Paris turban fashion for spring, with Russian and Spanish influences, plus simple child hats trimmed with ribbon and cretonne roses for a lightweight, affordable look.

A New Perpendicular Tucked Sleeve Design Emerges

The article describes a sleeve style where large easy tucks run perpendicularly from elbow to shoulder and taper into the neckband, paired with a blouse overhanging a corsetlike skirt. It adds a note on rubber production, stating a four foot diameter rubber tree yields 20 gallons of sap or 40 pounds of dry India rubber.

India

Harben Tale Raises Question Who Is to Blame

A convoluted chain of polite letters traces a request for a wife’s biography tied to Harben and his Harper endorsement for Mam Linda. Ex governor Northen, Dalton mayor, and Mr Loveman all exchange polite refusals as the puzzle widens. The piece asks who bears responsibility for the elusive biography.

Harbe Will N. Harben Mr. Harben Harben Northen Virginia Harper Mam' Linda Dalton Loveman

Easily Grown Lilies for Suburban Gardens

Easy cultivation guides from Suburban Life by E. P. Powell highlight Madonna or Candidatum, Japanese longiflorums, and native meadow lilies. The piece notes abundant July blooms, fragrant flowers, and advice on planting depths and manure, with cautions for auratum and Easter lilies.

E. P. Powell

Bee hive robbery ends with painful stinging ordeal

A young man Trinkett was smothered by enraged bees while robbing a tree hive in Wangaretta Australia. He hung for ten minutes, then friends hoisted a bag to him, and he slid down fainting. Whisky rubs helped draw out the venom after he regained consciousness.

Trinkett Wangaretta Australia Raper Sydney News

Modern Wars Shorter Than Peacetime Conflicts

The article argues modern warfare tends to be brief due to time and space constraints. It cites examples such as the Seven Weeks' War and the Franco-Prussian clash lasting only months, notes the Two and a Half Years Boer War and the Russo-Japanese War, and mentions the 1878 San Stefano peace ending the Russo Turkish war eight months after it began.

Zakka Khel Fs France Europe Germany San Stefano London Chronicle

HERE AND THERE its KILLS BROTHER AFTER

In Urbana Ohio Charles Prennon is charged with killing his brother William after a quarrel at their home near Tithe Village Arie northwest of the city. The murder occurred at the scene with a firearm and multiple people were present. Police report the suspect fired after a dispute over safety measures. The scene was chaotic, and a bystander recounts the tense moments before the arrest. The investigation continues as officials seek witnesses and gather evidence.

Arie Charles Prennon William Benonon

State liable for bonds issued by Agriculture Board

Attorney General Wade H Bills issued an opinion to Senator Jane Huffmant that the state is liable for bonds issued by the state board of agriculture. The matter arose in the finance committee of the senate regarding whether the court must enforce payment and whether valid claims exist against the state for sums tied to universities and state hospitals. The opinion argues there are no assets available to sue for such bonds at this time.

Laborers Demand Union Labor at Construction Site

In Columbus about 500 workers, largely foreign and unskilled, gathered at the old Peders building to pressure contractor Hurd to hire union labor at $2 a day for ten hours. A police cordon dispersed the crowd as the dispute over wages continued amid a cold snap.

Columbus Peders Wxeararion Secone Rvanston Laborers’ Protective Union Willan Allen Hurd Mien

Bank Failure Shocks Toledo Area and Legal Tangles

A Toledo bank on Dorr Street with 25 000 capital and 125 000 deposits closed its doors and pledged to pay depositors in full. In other items, Marion’s ex-sheriff Glenn indicted for perjury. a Jalst Mt Gilead escapee captured near his sweetheart’s home. former Leetonia National Bank cashier Schimick indicted on 68 counts for embezzlement and false entries.

Toledo Dorr Street Sav- Mae Wletcher Worl Marion Erbert Glenn Jalst Mt. Gilead Sherman Perk Shanyock Westbrook Cleveland W. H. Schimick Leetonia First National Bank Federal Grand Jury

Murderess Scream Marks Transfer To Prison

In Columbus the murderess Marie Bernardo wailed as she was moved from Mt. Carmel hospital to the penitentiary. She could not be comforted and pressed the departure scene with distress as the matron's carriage carried her away with her baby left behind. The journey drew out for almost an hour amid cries and wailing. Legislature To Adjourn May 11. In Columbus the plan sets adjournment for May 11 with May 4 as the last full day of legislative work. General bills slated for May 10 will be printed May 1 for examination and any sleepers corrected.

Columbus Mt. Carmel Marie Bernardo Berise Kentanen Bere Penetentiary Columbis

Probe Power Expanded for Cincinnati Investigating Panel

A joint resolution from Senator Expy broadens power for the Cincinnati Investigating committee. It allows sessions after adjournment and reporting to the legislature or, if in session, to the governor. The authority also covers investigations of other cities and state offices.

Columbus Cincinnati Expy

McKinley Homestead Transfer in Canton Ohio

The McKinley homestead is transferred from Aelen McKinley to Mrs Rosa C Klorer. Mrs Klorer says she holds the property for the protection of the Sisters of Mumi light of Mary as a city school project linked to the Reediron Institute now under construction.

McKinley Canton Aelen McKinley Mra Rosa C. Klorer Klorer McKinton Sisters of Mumiliigt of Mary Reedirhon

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