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Newspaper
Westville Indicator
Location
Westville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 04, 1912
Page
4
An advertisement touts Syrup of Figs and Elixir of Senha as a natural, strengthening laxative suitable for all ages. It claims the product warms and tones internal organs without weakening them and urges customers to buy only the genuine California Fig Syrup Co. version bearing the company name on the package front.
A humorous exchange features Quip and Squilligan debating how to court a woman who despises lying and flattery. The dialogue emphasizes blunt honesty and a challenge to win her favor without craft or flattery.
A Richmond resident, described in dialect, laments a severe backache and asks a companion about his condition. The exchange centers on pain and frustration, with a neighbor’s dramatic sighs and a moan signaling deep discomfort in a colorful street scene.
A veteran recounts a long struggle with illness blamed on milk. After 20 years of giddiness and digestive issues, she switched from tea to Postum, noting rapid health improvements and better blood quality. She promotes Postum through personal testimony and widespread sharing.
Ohio Progressive Republicans form a permanent league and vote 81 to 11 to name Senator La Follette as the living embodiment of progressive principles and the logical candidate. The convention,debated whether to endorse any candidate after 52 to 33 vote against endorsement and 81 to 11 in favor of the personal expression.
Reports from Hankow describe a 4000 strong revolutionary force attacking the city while an imperialist army of over 25000 holds the area. Fierce fighting lasts through much of the day as imperialists celebrate a perceived chance to influence China’s upcoming national convention on government.
Eight thousand citizens, diplomatic corps, army officials, and government figures crowded the White House for the largest New Year reception outside the Roosevelts era. The line stretched beyond the Treasury as guests waited their turn to greet President Taft and wish him a happy new year.
Hundreds of needy youngsters were invited to an annual New Year dinner funded by the will of John Gartmacher, a wealthy Bloomington resident. Each child also received 50 cents from his son John to start a savings account.
Paris Paul Wayland Bartlett, prominent American sculptor, elected corresponding secretary of the Academy of Fine Arts in Paris. The appointment signals recognition by international art circles and strengthens Franco American cultural ties. Bartlett has long been active in sculpture and education.
Boston aviator Harry N. Atwood reportedly fell into the ocean near Point Pines during an attempted rescue and survived with injuries. Officials described the incident as a dangerous mishap in unclear weather conditions.
The article recalls threats and a special guard around a residence after Black Hand letters were received. It notes past vendetta violence with dynamited cars killing three Italians, and mentions John Igsnac, a wealthy foreigner stabbed after ignoring blackmailing notes.
Rev. Dr Henry Webb Johnson president of Winona assembly remains extremely ill in South Bend with pneumonia and Bright's disease complications. Attending physicians report little change in his condition.
Lafayettes Gorda Fratres a European and South American college club group joined with the National Association of Cosmopolitan Clubs of North America. The merger occurred during the National Association session at its annual convention. Indianapolis reports a fast driving driver Raymond Kennedy struck Joseph Gedig on Massachusetts Avenue. Gedig injured and hospitalized. Kennedy arrested for assault and battery and released on bond. Hammond notes Albert Zaync of Robertsdale missing since Christmas Eve was found jailed in Crown Point after a passerby reported foul play. He wandered toward Chicago and, unable to state his name, was jailed and sentenced for drunkenness.
The American Newspaper Publishers Association postal committee denounces Post Office handling of second class mail. A House inquiry shows publishers sent over 6.5 billion copies weighing 1.75 billion pounds, with most mail at 0.4–0.6 cent per pound. Editors call the post office a badly managed business and urge fighting proposed rate hikes and censorship.
A Turkish newspaper backed by the London Globe reports brigand Salin, active in the Gambiek mountains near Constantinople, has offered his band of about one hundred men to Turkish authorities to avenge the Ottoman empire against Italian brigands, despite claiming heart loyal to brigandry.
A retiree recalls persistent life insurance agents pressuring for more policy coverage and a company doctor hindering a medical exam. He also describes a piano dealer pushing installment plans and trackers seeking proof of nonpayment, calling business a great thing.
Mrs G A Selby of Redonda Beach California testifies eight years of hand eczema cleared after using Cuticura Soap and Ointment with marked improvement by the second day. She urges others to try the cheap, quality soap and notes her husband uses it for shaving. Free samples offered by mail from Cuticura Dept 24 K Boston.
Jones admitted Grant was greater than Lee after a debate that stretched into the night. Brown offered Jones a bed, then pressed the point at two o'clock as they neared Brown's house. Jones remained eight miles from home.
Philadelphia poet and aviator Mr Neely spoke at a Bellevue-Stratford banquet about the cost of becoming an airman. He recalled watching a fellow airman craft a plane and a young lady remarking on tricks. The anecdote ends with the claim a biplane on credit is the best trick, done twice already and possibly a third time.
A suffragette chats with an eminent African traveler in a Cleveland Plain Dealer item. The hunter of big game argues women are suited to home life, while the suffragette notes the lioness scar he bears. The exchange blends satire with a sharper take on gender roles.
A short note warns sore throat can spread infection via food. It promotes Hamlins Wizard Oil as a cure. The text also makes a quip about money being a root of matrimony and alimony.
Advertising copy for PAZO OINTMENT claiming cure of itching burning bleeding or protruding piles in six to fourteen days. Offers money refund by druggist if not cured. Price fifty cents.
A woman falls in love gracefully, but a man usually stumbles into it. Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup for Children teething softens the gums reduces inflammation allays pain curls wind colic 25c a bottle. Many a man's handshake is less sincere than the wag of his dog's tail. Lewis' Single Binder extra quality tobacco costs more than other cigars. It doesn't take a fisherman to cast slurs.
An acquaintance introduces two brothers near six feet five inches tall to a young lady. She gazes up in awe and exclaims that if there had been only one of them the sight would have been unimaginable.
Public notice urges mothers to inspect every bottle of Castoria for the signature of its makers and notes the product has been in use for over 30 years as a trusted remedy for children and infants.
A brief quoted exchange from Harper's Bazaar contrasts a maid and mistress discussing leaving a previous position. The dialogue hints at discord with the line maid says the mistress was not congenial.
Mrs de Mover laments the noisy neighborhood and her own children respond with a witty exchange about who is making the noise. The maid notes the children are hers. The brief humor reflects domestic life in the era.
A financier recalls a talk where the audience supposedly dozed as the speaker asked for attention. The exchange notes the speaker urging listeners to lend their ears before the crowd reportedly fell quiet or drifted off.
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