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Newspaper

Westville Indicator

Location

Westville, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jul 28, 1910

Page

4

Pleasant Pellets and Mrs Winslow's Syrup Ad Jumble

Ad fragment cites various remedies and slogans. Phrases reference Pierce's Pleasant Pellets for stomach and liver health and Mrs. Winslow's Soothing Syrup for teething children. A stray line mentions witches and roasting politicians, plus a cartoonish world joining in an anvil chorus.

Pierce’s

Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound Endorsed in Baltimore

A Baltimore woman reports relief from years of irregularities and nerve trouble after using Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound. The ad promotes the remedy as a cure for female complaints and offers free guidance from Mrs. Pinkham in Massachusetts.

Baltimore Lydia E. Pinkham W. S. Ford W. Franklin St

Hodcarriers union president identified in text

The passage names Pat O'Rourke as president of the Hodcarriers union, with a speaker referencing the union leadership in a quoted exchange. The fragment provides limited context and lacks additional events or dates.

Pat O'Rourke The Hodcarriers Union

Epidemic in Welsh Village Prompted Cure Claim

A Dowlais Welsh village outbreak about fifteen years ago left families severely itchy and distressed. A local patient reports relief after using Cuticura Soap, Ointment, and Resolvent, claiming a perfect cure in all cases after a few days of treatment.

Dowlais Wales Thomas Hugh West Huron St Chicago

An Easy Fit Obed Hates New Coat Story

A northern New Hampshire woman-hater avoids fitting, lets a tailor cut a coat oversize. He accepts the garment, returns to town, and tells a loafer he has seven yards of cloth wrapped around him, rather than admit he dislikes it.

New Hampshire Obed

A Knowing Girl

A tale recalls Lord Stanleigh visiting an American family where servants are told to address him as Your Grace. A pretty house servant rebukes a kiss with a quip praising a blessing about to be received, a humorous moral moment from Lippincott's.

Lord Stanleigh Lippincott’s

How He Kept the Law

A friend notes a white powder used before cans of preserves in a factory. The proprietor explains the powder is a preservative, claimed to be required by government rules that supposedly bar adding a preservative directly to the preserves.

The Cod Bank Off Cape Agulhas Discussed

The article notes one other major cod bank besides Newfoundland near Cape Agulhas at the southern tip of Africa. It says the Agulhas plateau rivals northern cod banks in size and richness but lies too far off to satisfy global cod demand.

Newfoundland Cape Agulhas Africa Cape of Good Hope Agulhas

Knocker-Hero Wins Game in Eighth Inning

Yale Record reports a dramatic comeback as Knocker-Hero delivers a late win in the eighth inning. The victorious effort features crisp defense, clutch hitting, and a decisive score in a competitive matchup.

Yale

Shipwreck Heroine Reunites With Baltimore Home

The Good News crew abandon ship after a storm and leak. Captain Eriksson’s daughter, praised for bravery, cheers the crew as Metis rescues them after three days at sea. Pets find new homes aboard Metis and at Lamberts Point.

Barkentine Philadelphia Miss Eriksson Baltimore Wiewa Mate McKinnon

California John and the Lord’s fines in the 50s

Edward White recounts California John describing a self imposed code of ethics. He fined himself for misdeeds two bits to five dollars, including gambling, fights, deceit, and drinking. He notes much of the year’s tally and concludes a simple life with decent behavior amid tribulations.

California John California John Stewart Edward White American’ ‘Magazine

Rioting at South Bend as Grand Trunk strike sparks clashes

Governor Marshall orders Indiana National Guard units to South Bend amid rioting by 1590 to 2000 people at Oliver Station. Mob attacked trains with rocks and spikes. private Pinkerton detectives removed after pleas from city officials. Mayor Goetz urged calm and crowds dispersal.

South ‘Bend Inds Grand Trunk Oliver’s "Station Lake Shore & Michigan Southern Railroad Oliver’s Station Chappel Charles L. Goetz South Bena Millard F. Kerr St. Joseph County D. Crombie Montreal Pinkerton Marshall Third Infantry Indiana National Guard South Bend Plymouth Warsaw Elkhart George W. Freyermuth Will J. McKee Goetz

Resinol Ointment and Soap Praised for Eczema Relief

Letters from users report rapid itching relief and healing for eczema and skin eruptions. Mrs. F Cox of Chicago testifies the products cured her baby's severe eczema after other remedies failed. Resinol sections claim success on burns chafing sunburn and poison ivy. samples and brochures available by mail from Resinol Chemical Co Baltimore Md.

Resinel Chemical Co Baltimore

Prodigal Son Sermon Draws Mixed Reactions

Judge Ben B Lindsey cites charity in denouncing harsh judgment of repeated mistake. A Denver juvenile court leader recalls a Prodigal Son parable as he warns against quick punishment and exclusive scorn for youth missteps. A Detroit Free Press anecdote adds a cowboy quip about shooting the prodigal and raising the calf.

Ben B. Lindsey Denver Detroit Free Press

Transcript Snippet Shows Telephone Operator Delay

Readable lines reveal a terse exchange with an AS office operator asking for patience and noting a policy against swearing. The fragment captures a restrained, procedural tone in a late era telecom setting.

WOR. MARTEL'S FEMALE PILLS PROMOTED FOR AILMENTS

Seventeen years the standard prescribed and recommended for women ailments a scientifically prepared remedy of proven worth The result from their uses quick and permanent For sale at all drug stores Diagnosis Do you see that man going along with his head in the air sniffing with his nose Yes I know him He believes in taking in the good pure ozone No he’s hunting for a motor garage

Dr. Pierce Gill R. V. RiGee Buffalo N. Y World’s Dispensary Medical Association Buffalo, N.Y

Safe remedy KCASTORIA bears signature for infants

Examine every bottle of KCASTORIA for the signature of the LARA. In use for over 30 years, the kind you have always bought.

He Lara

Inherited Humor Sparks Father Son Banter

A humorist tells his son he has inherited some of his jokes. The son retorts that it is not enough to make a living. The speaker offers to leave all his jokes to his son.

Allen's Foot-Ease advertised as remedy for tired feet

An old advertisement touts Allen's Foot-Ease antiseptic powder to shake into shoes for tired swollen and aching feet. Claims include rest and comfort and easing new shoe pressure. Sold widely for 25 cents with free samples, Allen S. Olmsted, Le Roy, N.Y.

Allen Allen S. Olmsted le Roy

It Was About Something That Stings and Bites

A man recalls a sermon that described life as something that stings like an adder and bites like a pair of pliers. The minister’s vivid metaphor left a wary impression on the listener.

Johnny

Why He Believes Her Evangeline Age Claim Relied On

In a witty exchange two characters discuss truth and exaggeration. John says he believes Evangeline she lies about nothing while Rachel’s age becomes a point of playful irony. The dialogue pivots on trust and perception.

Evangeline Rachel John

Widow of Monon Railroad Chief Inherits Million Estate

Mrs Florence Willis Rawn widow of I G Rawn who headed the Monon railroad is named executrix of a estate valued over 1 000 000 The Winnetka home is guarded as authorities seek facts about the railroad chief s death J T Harahan Illinois Central chief cooperates with Chicago police in graft investigation related to Mr Rawn

Chicago Florence Willis Rawn I. G. Rawn Monon Railroad Winnetka Rawn Samuel H. Greeley Chicago Police Mr. Rawn Herman Schuettler Harahan Illinois Central

Woman's club disbands after time limit rule

In a decisive meeting, the Wise-Why group disbanded as the Sharp e led majority adopted a resolution capping each member's speaking time on any topic to two hours, ending club activities.

Sharpe

Murine Eye Remedy Ad Promises Soothing Relief

An old advertisement touts Murine Eye Remedy Co products from Chicago. It claims relief for eye troubles with phrases like calming watery eyes and weary relief and offers a 50 cent price and free eye books.

Murine Eye Remedy Co Chicago

Pinning a $17 Hat on a 17 Cent Head

A humorous note implying adding costly adornments does not raise the value of a person or their status. The line critiques material displays versus intrinsic worth in a compact, satirical tone.

Assassination of Mayor A. H. Bousman in Ridgeway Virginia

Former Ridgeway mayor A. H. Bousman was killed by a dynamite bomb tossed from the street while he rested in a hammock. He died an hour later and police offer no clues to the killer or motive.

Ridgeway A. H. Bousman

Sumner’s London Dinner Retort Sparks Lesson in Death

Charles Sumner, in London, faced a sharp interruption at a dinner in his honor as an English guest derided the term ashes. Sumner replied with a quote from Gray about ashes and fires, delivering a courteous counter that silenced the critic.

Charles Sumner London Mr. Sumner Gray

Dreamer Refuses to Rise Before Nine

A humorous exchange features Farmer Corntessel describing his son Josh as a true dreamer who rarely gets up before nine, prompting the literary lady to ask if he writes poetry or romances. He clarifies Josh does not write at all but simply lingers in bed.

Josh Farmer Corntessel Natchelly

Why Do Leaders Fall After Reaching the Top

Examines why leaders who reach high positions often lose power or resign. Analyzes factors such as complacency, scrutiny, leadership fatigue, and shifting organizational dynamics. Highlights case studies showing how early success can lead to vulnerabilities later.

Honduran Revolution Inches Back as General Martin Falls

Washington reports that on July 22 the rebels suffered severe reverses when General Martin, commander of the revolutionary forces, was repulsed and killed in an assault on government barracks in Honduras.

Washington State Department Honduras Martin Revolutionary Forces

Egg and Bread Weight Standards Published in New York

A New York report notes changes in egg and bread pricing by weight under official weights and measures standards. The announcement specifies Monday as the implementation date and emphasizes compliance for sellers.

New York York

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