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Newspaper
Westville Indicator
Location
Westville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 28, 1904
Page
1
A congressman urges a revival of the old doctrine that honesty and an upright career are the only worthy paths. He argues false standards of wealth and living mislead many, causing wrecked lives, and says every man with influence should preach this message.
Advertisement for Chamberlain's Pain Balm claiming relief for rheumatism pains, bruises, cuts, burns, frost bites and other ailments. States one application relieves pain and that every bottle is warranted with prices 25 and 50 cents.
A Thackeray quotation extols the loveliness and silent grace of a good woman. It ponders why women suffer and endure repeated trials, suggesting heaven chastens those it loves to refine their pure spirit.
Narrator Johan Oliver of Philadelphia recounts a dire illness with yellow skin and weakness. After three doctors gave up, he used Electric Bitters for three weeks, improving markedly and declaring the drug robbed the grave of another victim. Sold for 50 cents at E T Scotts drug store, guaranteed.
Frank M Boeckling and Albert Mammero of this city along with Gottiieb from Clinton township traveled from Beatty's corners to New Durham township to prepare plans and estimates for macadamizing the road. The report will be ready for the board of commissioners to act upon. May 2-Dispatched.
An OCR fragment notes Foley & Co Chicago promoting FOLEY's Honey and Tar as a laxative remedy for coughs with claims of being safest for children and delicate persons, warning against substitutes and other preparations. The text is damaged and partially unreadable.
A reflective poem urging patience with the living and to carry lessons learned from loss. It speaks of grace, forgiveness, and enduring love as a guide through death and memory. The speaker asks a comrade to learn from sorrow, humbly carrying mercy into tomorrow.
A West West reader, Josie McDonald of Man in Logan County, reports chronic spring rheumatism eased by Chamberlain's Pain Balm after failing with other remedies. She credits prompt relief from the liniment and says she keeps a bottle at home to ward off symptoms. Sold by E. T. Scott.
In Galien locals predict a light sentence for Thomas Payne charged with killing his wife. Neighbors offer bail funds while Payne, once owner of 400 acres now down to 80, seeks legal defense from two top southern Michigan lawyers amid alleged past abuse by the deceased.
An old advertisement asserts Foley's Kidney Cure can cure kidney and bladder diseases in all forms and strengthen the organs to function properly. It warns of dangers like Bright's disease or diabetes if not taken timely and lists E. T. Scott as the seller.
A great revival in Chicago under Rev. J. Wilbur Chapman reports 3500 conversions so far with 1000 from the recent Sunday and Monday meetings. The campaign closes April 27. A similar Pittsburgh revival led by Dr Chapman yielded 6006 conversions.
Advertises $50 round trip to California and return from Chicago April 23 to May 1 with correspondingly low rates from all points. States two trains daily from Chicago through the routes and a daily personally conducted tourist car excursion. Provides RPE Waggoner contact at 22 Fifth Avenue Chicago for itinerary and full particulars.
The Westville High School annual event featured a benediction by Rev G O Smock, an orchestral salute, a piano solo by Miss Lulu Smock, and a speech by Rev E D Daniels on opening the prison doors through education. The program honored eighth grade certificates and included a diploma for Yetta Kalies. A banquet followed with teachers and students in attendance.
Under Trustee H. B. Herold, New Durham township held its first annual commencement at Otts last Friday evening. The Westville orchestra provided music and Prof. M. E. Bogarte of Valparaiso led the exercises.
An ad touts a peer leaf remedy claiming immediate relief and a complete cure for consumption pneumonia bronchitis and grip. It notes cures are numerous and offers trial bottles free with a guaranteed sale through E T Scots Drugstore at 60 cents and one dollar.
Col. Conn of the Elkhart Truth defended readers by exposing that the Indiana National Bank failure was caused by Broderick and Brown. The article notes arrests of Broderick and Blen, a later trial revealing extensive mendacity and bank lootings, and Col. Conn’s enduring stance against misrepresentation.
A Lineville Alabama dealer reports customers raving about Chamberlain's Cough Remedy. One six month severe cough sufferer was cured by one and a half bottles, with full trade satisfaction. Available from E T Scott.
The Laporte Bulletin announced it will pay the entire expense of a week's visit to the St Louis exposition for a woman wage earner in her home. The recipient is to be elected by popular vote with ballots printed in the Enterprise paper. Several candidates are evidenced and the ballot results are announced daily.
A fragmentary notice announces a candidate for the office of Trustee in New Durham Township. The text references a town convention and nomination process but lacks complete details on the candidate or date.
Mrs. Laleas, aged elder, has died after years of asthma and suffering. Her daughters cared for her at home with devoted support from Mrs. Herrold and Mrs. Edgar. Funeral services will be held at her house Thursday at three o'clock with Rev. E. D. Daniels officiating. W. E. Weir of Laporte is the undertaker.
A ten year old boy staying with Otto Pritz shot and killed a wild goose Friday. The boy, named Hartwig, became the pride of town for his marksmanship, surpassing older shooters in the area.
An advertisement extols Bucklen’s Arnica Salve as the best remedy for burns, sores, bruises, cuts, boils, ulcers, skin eruptions, and piles. It guarantees satisfaction and offers a 25 cent price through ET Scott Druggist.
Five hundred educators from Puerto Rico will travel to the United States this summer. The government will provide free ocean transportation for the group.
Special personally conducted trains to San Francisco and Los Angeles via the Chicago Union Pacific North Western Line depart Chicago and eastern points April 26 and 27 with stopovers at Denver Colorado Springs and Salt Lake City. Round trip from Chicago 50 with low rates from all points and no extra charge for travel on specials. Tickets also good on The Overland Limited through service.
Fragmentary line suggests a county state pre indeterminate. Mentions a wife and three children. No clear individuals, places, dates, or events can be confirmed from the text.
An obscure OCR fragment mentions an approaching event and a long time lapse with terms like approaching and years, but no clear person place or action is established. The readable portion is too fragmentary to identify a full event or identify entities.
A man of BT years died from a hemorrhage linked to lingering conditions, leaving a widow. The report notes the deceased’s age and widowhood status in concise terms.
Charles Keithline died at his Stillwell home after gangrene complications. He was 79, a long-time Lapori resident. Survived by a widow and eight children.
William Pee born in 1830 died Wednesday night at an old age. The funeral was held Sunday afternoon from the Springville church in Springfield township.
Mrs. May Hatching of Door Village died Friday morning from consumption at age 26. She was the daughter of Mr and Mrs Copp of Door Village. She leaves a husband and one daughter.
Martin Relaks, aged 83, died. He is survived by his children and his mother. Brothers are listed among survivors. The obituary notes family members and the passing event in concise terms.
F G Shultz aged 37 died of throat trouble at his home in Michigan City Monday evening. His wife and one daughter are left.
Mrs W We Agnew of Valparaiso recalls her son who died in Chicago. The deceased was 85 years old.
A notice reports the death of Nancy Mrek Donnell at Waterford on a Saturday. She was 89 years old.
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