Political forecasts on party nominees for 1908
The piece argues the Democratic ticket will likely be Bryan for a third bid, citing broad popularity despite policy criticisms, while the Republicans are seen as headed by Taft with Roosevelt declining to run. The tone endorses Taft as a virtuous, capable leader, notes Ohio Senator Foraker’s opposition, and reflects on broader political sentiment ahead of the election.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Democratic Party
Bryan
W. J. Bryan
Ohio
Taft
Foraker
Senator Foraker
Roosevelt
Neglected cough warned many consumptives
A vintage advertisement urges readers not to neglect coughs citing tuberculosis risk and promotes Scott's Emulsion as a quick remedy. The copy claims the product helps readers “throw off ageists” and mentions a price of $1.00.
Franklin Township Notes and New Year Happenings
Community brief covering Christmas and New Year events in Franklin Township Troy Painter Creek Beech Covington and nearby areas. Mentions visits by school board president John Rhodes and Moses Royer, protracted meeting starting New Year’s night, new gasoline lighting at Painter Creek church, property talks including a hollow brick residence and tobacco deliveries, plus various family gatherings and travel notes. Includes a note that the Journal’s next issue will appear in 1907.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Franklin Township
Oliver Swinger
Troy
Perry Neff
David Swinger
Indianapolis
Ind
John Rhodes
Moses Royer
the Beech
George Zellers
South Bend
Painter Creek
William Wicks
Santa Claus
D. B. Miller
William Royer
Lawrence Kreider
Willis Kreider
J. W
Eikenberry
H. C. Groff
Forest Groff
Jacob Laughman
Levi Minnich
John Cassel
Beulah Minnich
Martha Minnich
Glenn
Mildred Cassel
William E. Royer
Susie Landis
Mary Michael
Arthur Aukerman
Jesse Deeter
Hanford Honeyman
Arthur Allery
Covington
Franklin
Ben
Trick
J. C. Trick
Ninevah Finds Foggy Weather Suits Tobacco Time
The article notes persistent fog and damp conditions while praising a Sunday school entertainment that drew a crowded crowd and was followed by a treat. The text ends mid-sentence with a garbled word.
Remarkable healing tale from Port Byron report
Amos F. King of Port Byron New York says Bucklen's Arnica Salve cured a leg sore he had suffered with for over eighty years. He claims to be eighty five now. Guaranteed to cure all sores by Wm Kipp's Sons druggists at 25 cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
America
Dr. King
Julia Ryder Paine
Truro
Mass
Wm. Kipp
Port Byron
N. Y
Amos F. King
Year 1907 Reflections From Gettysburg Journal
A Gettysburg newspaper reflection urges readers to review the past year and assess personal deeds and achievements. It emphasizes self-scrutiny, avoiding forbidden inventories, and considering whether the coming year will bring improvement and worthy contributions to self or others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gettysburg
Christmas Eve and New Year Religious and Civic Notes
The piece reflects on personal betterment for the new year and recounts Christmas Eve Sunday school activities, including gifts such as a chair for Mr. Dershem. It lists officers elected for the M E Sunday School for the coming year, notes visitors J L Palmer and wife, outlines the George ditch assessment in the county, costs, and village share, and mentions an upcoming Farmer's Institute session in February, ending with a New Year wish to Journal readers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. BE
H. M. Dershem
P. B. Moul
I. M. Petersime
Samuel Kent
Lee
Sylva Pickett
D. Moul
Treas
Maggie Murphy
Lizzie Moul
Charles Stryker
Sadie Pickett
Earl Luzena
J. L. Palmer
George Ditch
Mr. George
Farmer’s Institute
The American Boy January issue overview and features
The January American Boy presents serials by Strat Emeyer Shute Tomlinson Alger and Sprague plus four new departments Chats with big Americans How to Become Strong Practical Furniture Making for Boys and Keeping Tab on the World For Wide Awake American Boys It includes six short stories a dozen leading articles humorous skits and regular boy life sections with photography mechanics electricity stamps coins curios puzzles and about seventy five illustrations Henry Clay is highlighted in the biographical section This is described as one of the best numbers of The American Boy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stratemeyer
Shute
Tomlinson
Alger
Sprague
Henry Clay
Ace Sa
Fresh Air in Poultry Houses and Ventilation Issues
A Poultry Journal excerpt argues for open front, well ventilated poultry houses to improve health and fertility. It contrasts outdoor roosting in summer with risks in winter and highlights several vented designs like the Tolman and J. H. Tobiason patterns, noting the need to avoid direct drafts while preserving shelter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Woods Io
Poultry Journal
Tolman
J. H. Tobiason
Preparations and humane handling for exhibition poultry
Instructions cover white birda washing in three waters with warm water and soup, drying near HO degrees F, and gradual temperature reintroduction. Methods include marking turkeys with bands, toe clips, stamping and indelible ink. Also details on kill methods for fowls, including neck dislocation and beheading.
Planning for a Poultry Flock Division and Breeding Strategy
The speaker advocates splitting a flock of 300 to 400 into a breeding group and a laying group. He suggests keeping the best laying stock for next year and sourcing males from a breeder focused on egg production for market, instead of attempting to improve by year-to-year inbreeding. The idea emphasizes efficient management and targeted selection to boost egg yield and profitability.
Fragmentary Note on Local Scene Figures and Events
A damaged OCR fragment references local names and odd phrases about attempts to keep order, good equipment, and unidentified individuals. It mentions crevices, pikes, and a benduces style, with scattered terms suggesting a municipal or neighborhood incident but lacks clear events, dates, or outcomes. The readable bits hint at a disruption or activity but no concrete facts emerge.
Ayer's Hair Vigor Promises Healthier Hair Growth
The ad touts Ayer's Hair Vigor as genuine hair-food that nourishes hair and scalp, claiming it preserves existing hair, reduces fall, and stimulates growth. It emphasizes restoring life to hair bulbs and keeping the scalp clean and healthy, with sales continued to present time.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ayer
Hoosier Budget from Portland reads cheerful over winter
Portland Indiana December 81 1806 notes last budget before Tennessee mountains and a plan to write if not muddled by mountain dew. Christmas gifts counted, trade thriving, J Wilber Chapman to hold M E church meetings, weather mild then chilly. Story mentions marriages, undertakers busy, and John Townsend remembered. Frank Green House orders 5000 carnations with daily flower shipments ongoing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tennessee
Santa
J. Wilber Chapman
M. E
Portland
North Dakota
Dakota
Dan Cupid
John Townsend
Frank Green
A Nemonshie Day Remembered With Pleasure
A fragmented notice recalls a day named Nemonshie with fond memories and health effects linked to Dr. purification remedies. The readable portion hints at personal reflection on wellness and a symbolic observance.
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Leo
Wm. Howard Taft
Pacific
Cuba
J. B. Foraker
Long
the King
Joseph Shumaker
Frank Coblentz
John Coblentz
New Madison
Josie Roberts
Greenville
Russell Coblentz
Eliza Hetzler
John Hetzler
Bert Slifer
Lima
O. Gusta Howell
R. G. Howell
Scott
New York City
Trotwood
W. G. Rogers
Sam, Fourman
Samuel Unger
John
Latty
Onda
Clarence Unger
Charley
Family
Elman Townservdi
Willis Rogers
Cartornaia
Menthe
Mens
Eayer Op
Towel Yyers Mae
Sco Chuisbing
Liat
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