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Newspaper

The Greenville Journal

Location

Greenville, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Dec 24, 1908

Page

2

Woman's Education Switch in Public Debate Described

Greenville journal cites Dr. Lynas Abbott arguing that education should not prepare women as wives and mothers but to be capable individuals. The piece contrasts views from educators and magazine writers and notes a broader Central American reform effort led by the International Bureau of American Republics with U S and Mexican support to unify regulations and foster development.

Lynas Abbott Dr. Abbott Baltimore American Central America International Bureau of Central American Boston Herald International Bireau United States Mexico

The Good Will Habit and Naval Demoralization Insight

The piece argues the good will habit shapes character and social relations, warning that selfish attitudes harden feelings and reduce vitality. It cites French navy demoralization after explosions and cabinet changes, blaming leadership and discipline issues, and ends with a Detroit News tip about using soap to clean floors.

Atran New York Weekly

Army officer convicted of disorderly conduct on street car

An army officer in Washington was convicted of disorderly conduct on a street car. five policemen carried the belligerent officer to the hospital. The dismissal sentence was commuted for a fighter needed in active service. A German countess bemoans wealth while clean broke is deemed near godliness. A rich Pittsburg man shot himself claiming too much money. The rich and poor share the complaint they never have enough money.

Washington Aain Pittsburg

Suffragettes in London Rally Sparks Husband Question

The London suffragettes appear energized and ready, but a debate arises about whether their husbands backed their efforts or opposed them behind the scenes.

London

Taft Names Knox as Secretary in New Cabinet

Washington notes report Taft appoints United States Senator Philander C. Knox of Pennsylvania as secretary of state. Gen Appearances show push for judicial appeal rights and questions on secret service funding. Roosevelt attacks Puli cer charges and defends prosecution. World editorial rebukes.

Wiliam H. Taft United States Philander C. Knox Pennsylvania Atate Federal Supreme Court Circuit Court of Appeals Atty. Gen. Honaparte Congress Standard Oil Company House of Representatives Senate New York Theodore Nurton Cleveland Taft Roosevelt Joseph Pullicer Paouma Eagal New York World the World

Notable early aviation feats and political graft cases

Wilbur Wright set two Le Mans records by staying airborne nearly two hours and climbing 360 feet. Fred Lied, ex-Columbia board member, drew four years in prison for bribery. Leo F. McCullough faces perjury and conspiracy charges over a June impropriety in Heston. M. Edekies found guilty of embezzling 1872 dollars. sentenced to one year and 3486 dollars fine. Knox hints at Taft cabinet service. Haitian revolutionist Gen. Anton Simon elected president. Henry E. Agar sought for forgery, presumed drowned, later arrested in Harlingen. Tralph H. Booth buys Muskegon papers. actress Aline Neilson files bankruptcy for 1200 liabilities 75 assets.

Wilbur Wright le Mans France Fred Lied Columbia Board of Control Leo F. McCullough Common Council Heston M. Edekies First State Bank Oklahoma City Okla Canadian County Philander C. Knox United States Pennsylvania Taft Anton Simon Lord Alexis Hayti Henry E. Agar Princeton Ind Wabash Haringen Tex Tralph H. Booth Detroit Muskegon Chronicle Muskegon Morning News Aliee Neilson Jane

Multiple bank heists and mob violence ripple across towns

Six robbers sacked Farmers State Bank at Keene and Commercial Bank at Gibbon Nebraska then fled in a car with 5500 after a fierce clash with residents. A 1900s flood of violent incidents include ships colliding off New York and mobs hanging suspects in Kentucky and Illinois.

Farmers’ State Bank Keene Neb Commercial Bank Gibbon Catstone England New York Harbor Col. Hy B. Marehbank Joplin Elmer Hill Mamie Womack Adair County Kentucky Monticello Theodore Roosevelt, Jr Thompsonville Conn Connecticut General Assembly Eureka Cal Chu Chin Ching Chicago Tnens Brose Castro Tom Longboat Madison Square Garden New York Dorando Pietri Marshal F. C. Woods Greenwich Turkey Napoleon, O Citizens’ State Bank Cat Tupac Plor

Mass killing and other frontier crimes sweep nation

A wide array of violent events and legal actions fill the page. A teen kills a former sweetheart in Somerville Massachusetts while other stories report Pennsylvanian capitol fraud convicts sent to prison, a Philadelphia boxing fatality, a Missouri jail shooting, and a railway station robbery in Salineburg. Also noted are a school fire in Altoona, Texas saloon curbs, European diplomacy, a Rostov fire, and scientific finds from Chapelle aux Saints.

Maud Harvey James B. Harmon James M. Harmon Somerville Mass Penneylvania James Curren Benjamin Barnet Broadway Athletic Club Philadelphia Frank Cain Higben Elmer Magruder Cath Salinbury Keithley Ramp Aladanag Island Altoona Gov. Campbell Texas Max Waechter Europe United States of Europe M. Piehow Max King Edward Council of Jewish Women Cornelia H. Kahn Uwo Lilley Woodruff John D. Rockefeller Carvalho Star Company Ublisturs William R. Hearst New York American New York Rostov Don Froderick A. Storm Thorton J. Maing Peter ©. Halts Willam Annis Charles Birchfield Riend Thornon Munns Meyer Oregon Railroad & Navigation Portland Ore Caperss O. H. Hui Sild Joseph L. Sullens Springfeld Salt Lake Ity Rand Army of the Republic First National Bank of Somersworth N. H Fred 4 Varney United States Cr Alt Jacob van Heemskerk Berlin Castro Hutch Alix Gomez Venezuela Teslin England Robley D. Evans Hampton Broadway Henry Reuterdahl Justice Holmes Supreme Court of the United States E. H. Harriman Otto Kab Interstate Commerce Commission Union Pacific Abbes Bouysson Bardon Chapelle aux-Saints Cortexe

Obituary notice of three notable figures

Captain Campbell H Sweeney aged 66 of the Miasts aipal river steamboat trade died of pneumonia in New Orleans. Miss Caroline Mayer aged 60 collapsed in Montclair New Jersey pursuing a thief. Donald Grant Mitchell aged 84 famed author of the pen name Li Mayal died at his home Marvelwood Megowan? New Haven.

Campbell H. Sweeney New Orleans Caroline F. Mayer Montclair N. 2 Donald Grant Mitchell Li Mayyal bin Bume Ky Mégewoou

Half HS Sugar Bill Of The Country Aggregates 1 Million Daily

Washington reports the bureau of statistics shows Americans consume about half their body weight in sugar each year. The 1907 total reaching 7,089,667,975 pounds costs roughly $272 million at 5½ cents per pound, averaging 826 pounds per person. Home production, imports, and exports are detailed by source and region, with cane sugar from Cuba and other regions dominating imports.

Washington United States Bureau of Statistics Department of Commerce and Labor Porta Rica Hawai Philippines Cuba Europe

Tragic gun suicide shocks Grand Rapids society

Mrs Myrtle Searles woke in night clothes and smoked when her husband Jim asked about the looks of the pistol. An automatic Colt ended her life with a shot to the head as she stood at the bed foot. A cultured artist and horsewoman, the 32 year old mother of two had wealth and a second marriage after Gordon’s death. Searles, a mining promoter with interests in Nevada and Arizona, faced a presumed temporary insanity verdict.

Grand Rapids, Mich Jim Myrtle Searles Searles Gordon Cleveland Cobaltane Nevada Arizona

Two Children Cremated In Interlochen Fire Michigan

Two children died in a house fire at Interlochen near Traverse City Michigan when the Tener family slept through the blaze. Mrs Tener escaped with a sick husband and a baby. Mary age five and Lyman age three perished in another room as flames overwhelmed the home.

Traverse City Mich Edward Tener Interlochen

Leiter Fire Chief Aids Zeigler Mine Blaze

Firefighter Joseph Leiter of Zeigler Mines led the response as flames raged for 45 hours causing extensive damage. Leiter arrived Sunday to direct the blaze fight amid reports of rising school concerns in the area. In Hot Springs South Dakota Willis B Storkton jurors found der of Carter guilty in a separate murder case.

Leiter Duquoin Joseph Leiter Zeigler Mr. Leiter Stockton Hot Springs S. D Willis B. Storkton B.C. Carter

Witness Overthrow of Devil at Spanish Fair

An overlong excerpt describes the San Mateus devils fair in which many villagers, including epileptics and hysterical children, seek exorcism through corded finger and toe bindings performed by a monk. Witnesses hail departures of devils as knots loosen and the possessed are led away. The piece shifts to anecdotes about Bishop Potter and Mansion House life, contrasting clerical interviews with a reporter and the Lady Mayoress’s temporary home, noting its cost and ceremonial significance.

San Mateus Spanish Levant Spain Demong New York Bishop Potter New York Times Mansion House London Chronicle Sovereigna Jord

White Deer and a Black Fox Tale From Prince Edward Hunters

A striking news brief reports hunters near Hastings or Lennox and Addington killed a pure white deer with two small black ear spots, weighing about 200 pounds, and a rare black fox with a valuable pelt. Grant Sprague of Big Island is named as the lucky shooter.

Animal Kingdom Prince Edward Grant Sprague Big Island Hastings Lennox Addington Picion Toronto Globe

Fragmented Rereport of a Flag Display Question

A historical note shows a priest challenging the display of a national ensign on walls, with a janitor replying that the net prevents removal. The fragment hints at a dispute over a flag mounted in a public space and the local logic offered.

Evening Dresses in Ivory and Mauve with Elaborate Embroidery

The article describes two historical evening dresses. The first in soft ivory satin features an empire skirt, back tucks, gold embroidered galloon trims, kimono sleeves, and a deep cross-fold. The second gown is pale mauve silk with lace inserts, a net tucker, and a silk fringe draped around the high waist, with substantial yardage detailed for materials.

Do You Fear Growing Old

An essay on aging and attitude argues that fear of age fades for those who stay lovable, alert, and engaged. It stresses positivity, avoiding fuss, and keeping a young heart to maintain friendships and vitality despite changing looks.

Modish Coiffure with Velvet Ribbon Band

Illustration shows a new fashionable hair arrangement slightly parted in front and drawn back to a loose puff knot. A velvet or satin ribbon band is fastened around the knot.

Princess Business Gown Displayed in Broadcloth Line

The display features smart broadcloth princess gowns suited for business wear. They are plain with the front buttoned from neck to hem and include long buttoned sleeves in a tailored, professional style.

When Applying Skin Food For Wrinkle Prevention

Guide to facial use of skin food advises focusing on mouth lines to prevent wrinkles. Massage one side at a time with strong tongue pressure against the cheek to press out lines. Then apply cream and gently pinch and roll muscles with the fingertips until a healthy glow appears.

Hair washing tip splits hair into braids

A tip advises dividing hair into two sections from the forehead to the back, then splitting each into two to form four small braids. After washing, unbraid and comb each braid separately to prevent tangling, a method noted as especially helpful for a child’s hair.

Hard Pillows on Divan for Comfort and Support

The article explains using two large pillows behind a divan to support softer cushions, creating a comfortable seating or lounging setup. Pillows can be stuffed with excelsior in muslin or ticking, covered in preferred fabric, with a heavy cord edging. a third pillow may frame the end against wall or side for added structure.

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Fashionable Weather Wear and Domestic Crepe Blouses

A column discusses smart weather outfits for today’s woman including close face veils in pink chiffon and gray, and baby carriage robes repurposed as pillow covers. It notes Paris fur coats with gold embroidered waistcoats, the dressy expectations at country house parties, and a domestic crepe blouse option as a cheaper substitute. It adds a Scottish Dundee trend of home baking and bread production among wage earners, hinting at tight living conditions and bakery profits in four pound loaves.

Shay

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