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Newspaper
Westville Indicator
Location
Westville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 27, 1905
Page
2
The article notes President Roosevelt’s keen interest in military materiel both navy and army. He pushed for new bayonets and swords and urged thorough long range tests of new guns at western posts, while closely studying ship gunnery and target practice records.
In a public letter Roosevelt criticizes light bayonets and toy swords. He urges a broad dagger like bayonet and a sharp saber for defense and effective close quarters use. The general staff adopts the saber and abandons decorative swords, while rifles remain impractical for officers.
Army officials seek data on bayonet and saber effectiveness in the Manchuria battles but the Japanese minister Takahira declines to share postwar findings. Secretary Taft notes Japan will reveal full facts after the war, prompting questions about casualties and the bayonet’s moral impact.
A report names Henry C Frick of Pittsburg as a rising national political figure likely to join President Roosevelt s cabinet if Secretary Shaw steps down next February Frick s background in coke and steel with Carnegie interests and close ties to Quay Knox and McKinley is noted along with his White House visits and culturally significant gifts including a $20000 painting for McKinley and a Chartran depiction for Roosevelt
The article notes three Indian reservations in Montana Wyoming and Utah opening before 1906. It says a young man securing a western claim gains lifelong independence, while the east offers limited land plays and greater business competition. It predicts a prosperous decade as the west grows and urges Easterners to heed Horace Greeley’s advice.
Dr. David A. Reeder outlines cold management emphasizing gentle warming, ventilation, and patience. Key steps include avoiding overheating, using warm rooms around 68 70 degrees, keeping air clean, and employing hot foot baths with moisture. Ginger tea and spicy infusions support circulation while alcohol is discouraged.
In Minnesota and Wisconsin sections Dr. David H. Reeder answers readers on nervous disorders and chronic facial redness. He suggests possible causes like fecal impaction or poor elimination and recommends enemas and vegetable herb remedies. Also advises deep breathing, cold hand baths, proper hydration, and thorough chewing to improve circulation and skin health. Readers may request more information by writing with full name, address, and postage.
The Detroit Tribune notes that Turkish bravery at Plevna during the last Russo Turkish war has been admired, but the ongoing Japanese victories raise doubt whether "The Terrible Turk" was truly terrible as once portrayed.
The watchmaker reviews a commuter clock that has been set several times daily. He notes commuters trust railroad schedules over their own timepieces and adjust hands to match train times, wearing out the watch in the process.
West Pembroke Maine March 21 Mrs A I Smith hails Dodd's Kidney Pills as best for growing girls recounting her thirteen year old daughter's two year battle with Crazy Spells. After a dozen boxes the spells ceased and she remains healthier with occasional use. Mothers should heed this testimonial to spare children pain and illness.
Claims home cure without examinations or operations using Pusheck's Nitro to purify blood and regulate nerves. Describes relief from chronic diseases including rheumatism skin diseases and indigestion. Priced $1 from druggists or available by mail from Dr C Pusheck Chicago with a free booklet.
A collection of quotations on ambition and money cites the New York Press, Mrs. Robbins of Norwich New York praising Piso's Cure for Consumption, and a Puck remark on progress and wealth. The items reflect early 20th century sentiments.
Manning Iowa resident Mrs. Willadsen writes that Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound saved her life after two years of illness. She details relief from irregular periods, pain, fainting spells, and weakness, urging other women to seek help and to refuse substitutes. Mrs Pinkham invites letters for advice from sick women.
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