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Newspaper

Westville Indicator

Location

Westville, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jan 23, 1896

Page

2

Republicans Organizing in County Meeting at LaPorte

A large Republican gathering in LaPorte re-elected W. E. Higgins as county chairman. Delegates and alternates were chosen to attend the Rensselaer convention. The group aims to secure the district convention in Michigan City and begins a coordinated campaign for state and local offices.

Higgins LaPorte W. E. Higgins Rensselaer John Halter Robert Nina E. Manon Geo. Tap D. A. White M. Stone W. A. Banka Peter Parkinson J. W. Dorland B. Franklin F.R. Carson H. M. Closeer D. H. McGill E. R. Hart Fret Clark Dr. H. Wardner John A. Brown Wm. W.C. Bush Robi C. E. Arnt

Indicator Westville Obituary and Classified Notices

The Indicator published Thursdays in Westville Indiana at the post office. Subscription price is 1 year in advance with ad rates on application. Obituary notices over ten lines priced at 1 dollar. poetry ten cents per line. Professional cards priced at 15 per year or 3 per size.

Westville Ind Amoor

War fears fade as world land ownership sparks debate

The article contrasts fading war anxiety in the U S and abroad with cries over land ownership, noting England's claim to about one fifth of global territory. It highlights Campos's farewell speech condemning royalist policies in Spain and Cuba and his refusal to follow war methods deemed barbaric.

England Globe Campos Spain Cuba Havana

Delinquent tax list smallest in years across county

Under a Republican administration of county and township offices the delinquent tax list this year is the smallest in many years with twenty nine individuals overdue. Delinquents are scattered across towns including Hudson Springfield Cynter LaPorte Kankakee Wills Lincoln Scipin New Durham Westville Union Hanna Cuss and Dewey.

Hudson Springfield Cynter LaPorte Kankakee Wills Lincoln Scipin New Durham Westville Union Hanna Cuss Dewey

Harrison pardoned over marriage remark as national affair

Ex President Benjamin Harrison will be readily pardoned for saying to reporters that his forthcoming marriage is a matter of national interest. Some reporters expected political disclosures, but Harrison remains in good standing and his domestic policy is seen as broadly approved by the public.

Harrison White House Benjamin Harrison

Two New US Battleships Named Kentucky and Kearsarge

The contract for two battleships goes to Newport News Ship Building and Dry Dock Company at 2 250 000 dollars each. Secretary Herbert faced opposition from the Union Dry Dock Company backers while aiming to meet Congress intent for Pacific coast construction within reasonable bid differences.

United States Kentucky Kearsarge Newport News Ship Building and Dry Dock Company Herbert Union Dry Dock Company San Francisco Congress Pacific Coast Newport News Company Union Iron Iron Works Tracy

Manitoba Votes In Manitoba Election Defies Dominion Government

Great Britain faces a setback as Manitoba voters back the Greenway Cabinet in its dispute with Ottawa over school funding. The province rejects federal orders for Catholic school funding and favors a US style non sectarian system, raising fears of civil conflict across Canada.

Great Britain Manitoba Greenway Dominion United States South Carolina Ottawa Canada

Hood's Sarsaparilla Endorsed for Health by South Bend Pair

J F Alery of 715 East Wenger Street South Bend Indiana says he has used Hood's Sarsaparilla for fifteen years as a blood purifier and sole medicine keeping him healthy with good appetite and sleep. His wife also benefited from its use for indigestion and they always keep it in the house.

Hood

Delinquent subscribers urged to settle debts at Bungtown Bugle

The Bungtown Bugle pleads for overdue subscriptions citing a harsh winter and scarce funds. The editor warns creditors may claim personal effects if debts remain unpaid, urging subscribers to remit amounts owed.

Bungtown Bugle

Discovery Saved His Life Dr Caillovette Endorses New Discovery

Beaversville NL druggist G Caillovette testifies that Dr King s New Discovery saved a life after La Grippe and multiple physicians failed. He bought a bottle from his store, used three bottles, and recovered enough to be up and about again. Free trials offered at Scott s drug store.

G. Caillovette Beaversville Dr. King la Grippe Scott’s

Have Changed Their Minds on Drainage Policy

Elkhart County farmers once urged drainage laws as land grew dry and unprofitable. Now many advocate filling and abandoning drains to restore moisture with artificial irrigation and even water flow year round.

Elkhart County Elkhart

Hall's Catarrh Cure advertised with reward offer

One hundred dollar reward offered for any catarrh cure that Hall's Catarrh Cure cannot treat. F. J. Cheney & Co. of Toledo carry the product priced 76 cents per bottle and claim internal action on blood and mucous surfaces. Endorsers West & Trouax and Waxpina Kinnan Marvin vouch for Cheney's honesty and solvency.

Hall F. J. Chenzy & Co Props Toledo O F. J. Cheney West & Trouax Waxpina, Kinnan & Marvin Toledo All Druggista

Lincoln's Early Justice At New Salem

McClure's Magazine recounts young Lincoln in New Salem displaying strict honesty and bold defense of honor. He confronted a profane offender, then punished the man with a weeding act, and twice returned money and tea due, earning Salem’s lasting admiration.

Ilow Lincoln New Salem McClure's Magazine

Burlington Route California Excursions Leave Chicago Wednesdays

Personal conductored Pullman sleeping cars run to California via Denver and Salt Lake with carpeted fully furnished cars. Bedding toilet room and comfort provided. Special agent in charge. Descriptive pamphlet available from T. A. Grady Excursion manager 211 Clark St Chicago.

Burlington California Chicago Denver Salt Lake T. A. Grady Clark St

Cash business begins January first 1896

Notice by Il. W. Koonrz. that a cash business will operate starting Jan 1 1896 and all parties owing him should settle their accounts on or before that date.

Il. W. Koonrz

Chamberlain's Cough Remedy Praised by Merchants in Flush ing

Perry and Cameron druggists of Flushing Michigan report they sell Chamberlain's Cough Remedy with high satisfaction. They state it is the best cough medicine they have ever sold and recommend it to customers. Sold by H N Nichols at 25 and 50 cents per bottle.

Perry & Cameron Flushing Michigan H. N. Nichols

Teachers' Institute Meets in LaPorte High School

LaPorte county teachers gather at LaPorte High School for the annual institute. C J Brown presents United States History, Celia Moran sings, and J F Knight of LaPorte schools discusses Concentration. Afternoon includes G H Grieger address on The Public From a Trustee's Point of View.

LaPorte G.H. Grieger Hanna Township

Cure for Headache Proclaimed by Electric Bitters

An advertisement claims Electric Bitters cures all headaches and habitual sick headaches permanently. It states the remedy tones the bowels to relieve constipation, urging a fair trial with large bottles priced at 50 cents at Scott's.

Scott’s

Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin Praise Letter Appears

Clarence Iowa resident Clark Smith writes of using Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin to treat constipation and indigestion. He calls it an excellent medicine and notes long-term relief after using the remedy. The testimonial appears in the INDICATOR office edition.

Clarence Iowa Clark Smith Caldwell I. T. ‘Scott

Salve promises cures. chattel sale note. town and people

An appealing salve ad guarantees cure for cuts and skin ailments at 25 cents a box from E T Scott. A chattel mortgage sale occurs in town next Saturday. Fred Lenick boasts a bull pup ownership. Little Victor Osborn has been ill. a traveling doctor visits the hall. protracted Evangelical meetings continue. Eckert & Boldt sell hardware stock to Chas. Ir Eckert. Mrs C J Higgins visits Valparaiso. ice harvests praised. J P B Sherman handles business in Valparaiso. A wife and husband debate a suicide note about indigestion mentioning DeWitt's Little Early Risers.

Evangelical Church Eckert & Boldt Chas. Ir. Eckert

Local notes and notices from a small town

Al Parker tends a sore eye this week as no ice has been harvested locally. Foresters report four new candidates, and revival meetings continue at the Baptist church. Dr. H. H. Long calls on the sick while John Young sells his property to F. W. Orient and plans to move to Wisconsin. The dancing club hosts a masquerade ball at Closser's hall next Friday the 24th. Patents obtained. Terms easy. Examinations and reports free. Send drawing and description to L Bagge r & Co. attys Washington D C.

S. N. Chase LaPorte Foresters H. H. Long John Young F. W. Orient Wisconsin Lon Lyons Michigan Mr. Lyons Kingsbury and Union Mills Dancing Club Closser’s Hall L. Bagger & Co. Atty’s Washington, D. Cc

Nourishing Blood Core Remedy for Nervous Fatigue

A discussion on fatigue from nervous breakdowns, noting that overtaxed nerves cause deep weariness, especially among homemakers. It cites Hood's Sarsaparilla as a remedy, claiming to purify and enrich blood to restore vigor, with a testimonial from Mrs. S. Walker of Waverly, New York.

Hood I’. Walker Waverly N. Y

Homeseekers Excursion by B & O RR to Virginia

The Baltimore and Ohio Railroad will sell excursion tickets for round trips to Virginia points on the Harper’s Ferry and Valley Branch south of Winchester on January 28. Fare is one fare round trip plus 2 00. Tickets are valid for return within 30 days. Inquiries to B and O ticket agents or S P Kre tzer land and immigration agent Philadelphia or L S Allen assistant general passenger agent Chicago.

Baltimore & Ohio Railroad Virginia Harper’s Ferry & Valley Winchester S. P. Kretzer Land and Immigration Philadelphia L. S. Allen Chicago Ill

Famous Fashion Publishers Offer Low Cost Magazine Subscriptions

The Butterick Publishing Co. based at 7 to 17 West Thirteenth Street New York promotes the Women’s Favorite Magazine. It advertises subscriptions at 1.00 for e-8 subseria tion or 15 cents per copy of all Family naguaries, claiming great usefulness and beauty at a cheap rate.

Butterick Publishing Co West Thirteenth Street New York Demorest Demorest’s Coulors Demoresis Ite Lt Cory Will Pavern Demarest Publishng CO Leth Avenue New Suark

Settlement Notice From 4H 3B Herrold

Urgent appeal to settle all outstanding accounts. Unsettled balances will be turned over to an attorney for collection. Public notice from 4H 3B Herrold.

Herrold

Old man causes stir in town store scene

An elderly man in a nearby town is known for claiming, That's what the boys all say, as a young customer buys underwear for his wife. The older man is hurried out of the shop amid the exchange.

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Republicans Organizing Indicator Cras EK. Martin Mary America Esefeses Sao Coan Dor Salem The Teachers’ Institute LaPorte County Indiana Marshall Bucklin’s Arnica E. T. Scott Wanatah Chattel Fred Lenick Victor Osborn C. J. Higgins Florence Valparaigo B. E. Sherman J.P Valparaiso DeWitt H.N. Nichols Ninevah Tuesda N. T. Dodd, Scribe J. V. Cattron, C. P Kingsbury al Parker Homeseekers Baltimore & Ohio KK. R Pdelineator Order of Ada Feliune F. Vv. Martin N. G York Star P Family Miles Mr. Rb.t. Caldwell First National Bank of Fulton R. T. Caldwell Onic R. Miles Fulton, Ky BR. T. Caldwell Indi Cator F. P. Herrold Regal Peninsular and Favorite Jose Bunning Steves Cock Steves Ecasoune Cer Laat E.E Nichols Stove & Nuh Jackson Hich E. E. Nichols Sunbeams Publishing Co Broadway New York City Rochester Scientific American Agency For Write To & CO Menerdl
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