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Newspaper
Van Buren News Eagle
Location
Van Buren, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 15, 1913
Page
2
The column array mocks everyday life with wry observations on weather, hats, frogs, cabbages, and a German bank failure. It notes a German banker named Puppe fleeing debts of 7.5 million and quips about June brides, age, and simplified spelling.
The article notes that radium treatment costing 2500 dollars per course is financially prohibitive, suggesting only a few individuals can afford such radical cancer care. It highlights the problem of affordability and access in emerging cancer therapies.
A column laments people humiliated by being denied the luxury of paying an income tax, reflecting on social shame and financial hardship amid taxation debates. The piece questions fairness and the cost of resisting or avoiding tax obligations.
The phrase asks whether a green hat and bow at the back indicate temperament, exploring a folk belief about color and accessory meaning without asserting a factual standard.
A Boston chiropodist was arrested on charges of bigamy. Police say he may have pursued multiple women, raising questions about his marital status and personal conduct.
A reader reflects on a morbid form of self conceit where a fan believes they are a hoodoo causing the home team to lose when they attend a ball game. The remark notes the superstition as a local pastime in sports culture.
A writer notes climbing 200 steps after breakfast reduces weight, suggesting the effect could apply to a horse as well. The remark underscores the potential power of simple daily activity for reducing body mass.
The remark suggests some women resent being labeled too well dressed, illustrating ongoing debates within feminism about appearance and autonomy.
A columnist laments the pain of re learning spelling after years of progress and questioned effort to master new rules. The piece voices doubt about mandated reforms and the burden on students and teachers.
The sport embraces data and science as fans receive scheduled telephone alerts to join analyses during work hours, signaling a shift toward organized, informed spectator engagement.
Only one child was born to every thirty families in Paris last year. The statistic suggests the city may not be an ideal location for a baby carriage factory due to a shrinking birth rate and market size.
A Seattle judge known for presiding over a divorce case drew attention for his stance in marriage related matters, prompting discussion about his suitability to oversee nuptial proceedings and the broader implications for wedding industry expectations.
The season’s influence appears in the courthouse as a juror was taken out of the box during proceedings. Officials did not disclose further details leaving observers to speculate on the impact on the trial’s direction.
A man was attacked in a barbershop bar when a bomb went off. He reportedly complained about not getting his shoes shined before the blast.
The latest steam ship launched carries lifeboats for 5 250 people though experts say the ideal is to sail without needing them. The statement reflects maritime safety norms stressing redundancy and preparedness.
Secretary of State Bryan announces Wilson wants California to defer action on the land alien bill until it can be discussed with Japan. The president offers cooperation to uncover and fix any evils in alien land ownership and to preserve harmony between American and Oriental nationals. The notice cites Baron Chinda’s protest and urges deferral for diplomatic review.
Washington May 12 In an issue of great importance to prevent law delays Attorney General McReynolds joined a petition by an American Bar Association committee asking the Supreme Court to grant a rehearing of its decision that federal appellate courts may not correct jury verdicts when evidence is insufficient The court in a five to four decision held that reversal by an appellate court violated the seventh amendment and retrial by a jury was necessary to overturn the original verdict
Mount Vesuvius shows increased activity with twenty four hour tremors described as the most severe in years. Smoke and vapors rise from the crater and crevasses causing fear among local peasants of a possible eruption near Naples.
Vincent Astor collapsed at his Rhinebeck country home Ferncliffe and was too ill to receive a Senate military affairs committee visit. He suffers a severe cold and throat distress, forcing the abandonment of the planned reception.
Brussels reports the death of Professor Hecker Penis, rector of the University of Brussela, on May 12.
A verger at St Pauls cathedral discovered a ticking infernal machine near the high altar after militant suffragists set off a wave of terror actions. Reports say bombs were placed at Fleet Street offices and a Bishop’s Park pavilion burned, amid widespread vigilant police measures.
The Democratic led measure sailed through the house by 281 to 139 with five Democrats voting against and two Republicans for it. Republicans vow public hearings in the senate while Democrats aim for full committee hearings. Amendments mostly defeated and Speaker Clark upheld ruling on tariff commission. Payne substitutes rejected as Murdock leads nineteen Progressives against them.
Leavenworth Kansas May 10. Special agent M W McClaughry claims Moore serving life in Missouri penitentiary is responsible for 25 ax murders across Missouri Kansas Colorado Iowa and Illinois from 1911 to 1912. Victims include families at Colorado Springs Monmouth Ellsworth Villisca and Columbia cases linked to Moore.
Fire in Weehawken New Jersey wipes out three floating bridges ten loaded cars and part of a Hudson river pier causing about 200000 in losses. The report covers other items from Washington Mexico City Pikeville New York and Lilydale.
A Lawrence Kansas woman reports years of pain irregularities and relief after using Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound. A Burns Montana resident also credits the medicine with curing backache weakness and headaches. The letters praise the product and its long standing reputation.
Washington May 10 the 400 flocked to the first garden party in the White House grounds given by President and Mrs Woodrow Wilson. The couple were assisted by the Misses Wilson and Miss Helen Woodrow Bones as guests were welcomed under the giant oak. The famous White House punch and other refreshments were served at rustic tables throughout the grounds.
Civil war veterans who fought with Carl Schurz attended a dedication ceremony for a memorial monument at Morningside Drive and One Hundred Sixteenth Street. Joseph H. Choate presided with remarks by Borough President McAneny Count von Bernstorff the German ambassador and Congressman Richard Bartholdt. Notable attendees included Generals Osterhaus Porter Dodge Ames Wilson and Lieut General Miles.
Evelyn Nesbit Thaw abandons sculpting briefly to tour music halls and vaudeville theaters in England and America under Marinelli Agency. She signs for a $5000 per week salary and will debut in a London music hall within weeks after a voyage on the Olympic, with Paris studies planned briefly before London.
In Chartres France on May 10 Airman Francoeur piloted a biplane for 75 minutes carrying six passengers setting new world records for both passenger count and duration.
John Corless a pipe caulker and tapper won 3400 in a supreme court verdict for a broken finger suffered at work in the Brooklyn subway. The May 10 decision stems from an on the job accident and assigns fault to the involved party.
The Sunday closing bill prohibiting liquor sales on Sundays and holidays was defeated in the Senate by a 6 to 20 vote after a brief debate. Sacramento, Cal., May 10.
President Wilson and his family will attend the Central Presbyterian Church in Washington where Rev. James H. Taylor serves as pastor during their stay.
Tobacco growers from eight states met in Louisville on May 10 and endorsed a plan seeking government control of buying selling manufacturing and handling of tobacco.
Chief Officer Blair jumped from the steamship Majestic in mid ocean on Tuesday last and saved W Keown a coal passer who had attempted suicide.
A village humorist, Mr Brown, jokes about sleepwalking and prescribes a remedy to Young Smithson. He writes a mock recipe: one box of tintacks with a dose of two tablespoonfuls scattered about the room at bedtime, suggesting an ironmonger delivery.
A report notes a puzzling smoke issue described as from soft coal causing unusual trouble. Quotes illustrate frustration with the smoky disturbance and the puzzling scent and visibility problem.
A reader reports a long battle with digestive distress eased by Grape-Nuts. After starting the cereal, the man no longer suffers colic and vomiting and gains weight, now 30 pounds above previous highs, crediting the food for the improvement.
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