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Newspaper
Westville Indicator
Location
Westville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 04, 1906
Page
4
Westville Indiana editorial discusses Judge Crumpacker's House reform proposal aimed at restoring congressional purpose. It contrasts the Speaker's control with Senate authority, cites Reed of Maine, and argues consolidation of power erodes representation and liberty.
The piece laments House of Representatives rules as autocratic under the speaker, praises Congressman Crumpacker from Indiana for proposing an independent committee, and speculates on how shifts in party power could change the chamber's balance. It notes local reception in Valparaiso and mentions nearby events and notices.
A test suit filed in Marion County courts challenges railroads passes and the railroad commission law. The case seeks Supreme Court review to decide constitutionality with months of agreed facts. Railroads argue interurban electric lines are exempt from the law.
Patient from Rochester reports lasting relief from bladder stone after using Dr. David Kennedy's Favorite Remedy of Rondout. He states the calculus dissolved and pain ceased, attributing full recovery to the treatment.
Mrs Mary Brown of 20 Lafayette Place Poughkeepsie New York says the Dr Kings New Life Pills keep the body in tune and are the most reliable and pleasant laxative she has found. The pills are best for stomach liver and bowels and are guaranteed by E T Scott druggist at 25 cents.
A promotional flyer invites farmers artisans professionals and manufacturers to relocate to the Northwest. It promises rapid development in the coming decade and offers cheap tickets with easy rail service. A postal card request to J Francis Gane, Passenger Agent, C B and Q Ry Chicago, is urged.
A census reveals the United States has more teachers than clerks, physicians, and lawyers combined. In eighteen northern states teachers exceed the population proportion, higher than in Europe, with the U S behind England and Wales overall. Also an ad seeks local representatives with capital and a real estate proposition in Steelton W Va.
Public health notice promoting Dr. Kilmer Swamp Root as a kidney remedy. Claims include relief from back pain, urinary issues, and liver and bladder problems. Advertisement offers free sample bottle and booklet by mail from Dr. Kilmer & Co. Binghamton NY.
Bids will be received at the trustee's office until noon January 13 1903 for attendance on the township poor for the ensuing year. The right is reserved to reject any and all bids. Shunk Trustee Weatville Indiana December 23 1906.
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