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Newspaper
The Richmond Palladium And Sun Telegram
Location
Richmond, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1908
Page
8
Signor Creatore famed for his band leading methods has wed one of his soloists, Mme Barilli. The marriage occurred in Atlantic City on April 25, announced from St. Louis.
New York June 1 Delia Ryan a Bellevue Hospital patient vanished from ward 35 and later her bathrobe and slippers were found on the East River bank at East Twenty sixth Street. Bellevue authorities believe she eluded her nurse and leapt to her death in the river. She lived at 205 East Fortieth Street.
The article notes a convention stampede toward Roosevelt with Foraker declining to attend. It discusses backing for Fairbanks for second place, potential renomination for Taft, and a view that a strong New York choice could secure New York’s electoral votes. It mentions a Taft Cartelyou ticket as an alternative.
Kinsey spent yesterday in Cincinnati while Gertrude Lacey visited Fountain City relatives. Bullerdieck heads to Chicago for an extended visit with her children. Hastings family member visits Indianapolis. Smithmeyer and Warral return from city. Beseke family attend T M Bearn funeral in Indianapolis. A Welsh College Yell from Aberystwyth is cited with playful satire. London Globe notes its vigor and odd effect.
A brief look at the uncertain date of Christ’s birth and historic shifts to December observance. The piece notes earlier Christian differing dates and the influence of northern Yule customs on the Christmas holiday. It ends with a humorous anecdote about a possum wedding fee and a justice of the peace.
A fragmentary dialogue shows Hettie praising Hettie-Harry as trustworthy and Clara questioning the claim. A line from The Lady in Harper’s Bazaar hints at a burglar and a husband’s reaction, illustrating a dramatic exchange from a period piece.
Chicago dispatch notes strong belief in the engagement of Indiana humorist and playwright George Ade to Miss Marjorie Cook of Richmond now living in Chicago. Miss Cook denies the match though friends insist they are pledged, with Cook praised as a gifted young woman active in letters and elocution. Ade’s rise from Purdue to fame includes Fables in Slang and The County Chairman among other works.
An advertisement touts concentrated essences as powerful cures for dyspepsia. It claims the blend of two ounces syrup of ginger, two ounces essence of pepsin, and one ounce Cardial essence, taken after meals, boosts appetite and aids weak stomachs for both adults and children.
Washington reports Europe shows rising demand for metallic mirrors used in searchlights and related gear. Glass mirrors prove fragile under gunfire on ships and blistering silvering issues. A new metallic mirror, partly electrodeposited, is being introduced to replace glass.
Denver Colorado June 1 62nd birthday approaching David KK Wall eyes celebrate as War Dance Mine in district of his early mining fame yields ore valued near 75000 dollars. The mine hadn’t produced for many years and marks one of the state’s richest strikes to date.
A mistress asks if the dog is a crossbreed and John replies the dog is not a cross breed but a cheerful breed. The mongrel arrived this morning and has not yet been driven away, he “acts happy” and stays near the coachman.
John Wellenkamp, once jailed for public intoxication, is released after promising abstinence and a sober life. The court funds a new chance with strict conditions including avoiding taverns, staying away from his wife, and maintaining a modest home with their infant. A $100 bond binds him to keep the pledge or face renewed prosecution.
Caracas reports continued fear of bubonic plague spreading from La Guaira as de facto port openings are resisted. Despite May 25 decree promising traffic, new cases rise daily and alarm grows over contagion from La Guaira to interior regions.
At Alton autopsy Dr Yerkes and Coroner Stroeper report the drowned body from the Mississippi near Hartford Il shows death by broken neck not drowning. A bearded crooked-nosed man’s image on the eye is studied as a possible clue to identity of the killer. A photograph of the retina was taken.
A magistrate questions a lictor about facial wounds from a supposed grape arbor accident. The judge suspects a domestic dispute and plans to summon the wife for a beating, only to be interrupted when his own wife confronts him. The court adjourns as the grape arbor seems to collapse. An appended humorous cartoon caption features Arthur and Gwinnie discussing marriage.
Monday Evening June 1 Stated Conclave Richmond Commandery No 8K. Tuesday Evening June 2 Stated meeting Richmond Lodge No 196 F AM. Wednesday Evening June 3 Called meeting Webb Lodge No 24 FP AM IM 2 oclock PM Masters Degree Annual banquet in evening. Thursday Evening June 4 Stated Assembly Wayne Council No 10 RS AM. Saturday Evening June 6 Stated Meeting Loyal Chapter No 49 0 BE 5.
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