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Newspaper
Westville Indicator
Location
Westville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1898
Page
3
A Civil War eraized poem from the Byston Journal celebrates unity under Old Glory. It imagines soldiers marching from coast to coast and boasts Yankees and Johnnies fighting together and returning home victorious as one nation.
In a tale set on Blackheath the children Oswald, Alice, H.O. and Dora plot to rescue Lord Tottenham from a supposed peril. They stage a faux pursuit with Pincher the fox terrier and plan to reward themselves, while Dora withdraws.
A group led by H O and friends chase away a dog from Lord Tottenham, nearly offend him, and face consequences. After Pincher Loyalty alters the quarrel, the lord disciplines them, forgives the youths, and they vow to reform. They later present tokens to apologize.
In a Cincinnati Commercial Tribune note from Camp Hushnell the author jokes about packing housewives for soldiers as sweethearts. The list mocks items such as cigars brandy and vanity gifts while urging sensible care packages with essentials and practical touches.
A brief, tongue in cheek note from Fear son’s Weekly jokes about a grandmother’s death and a parrot dying the next day. The line claims the parrot died of grief before admitting it was killed with a poker.
Indiana Gov. Mount plans to apportion the state’s second quota among congressional districts as applications flood in for companies, batteries, cavalry and regiments. War department urged to increase Indiana’s quota from 2852 to three full regiments to give more officers a chance to go frontward. Indiana prohibition ticket named with Worth Kinsey Farr Devere Welch Ledbetter for various statewide offices.
Indianapolis May 28 John C Finney a night policeman woke by noisy neighborhood children then played a rasping violin from his window to disturb the rest of the block He believed the disruption would keep others in bed A complaint for disturbing the peace was filed and he was fined An investigation into removing his police powers was ordered
Jeffersonville dispatch May 25 A Texas law firm sought William Cunningham's whereabouts. Mary C. Pile wife of Burdett C. Pile and Liz a S Jackson sister of Robert Cunningham who died at the Alamo live in this city. Mrs Pile aged 0 and wife of a former mayor, recalls a brutal family connection with the historic battle.
The Mis hawaka homing pigeon club reports a 150 mile flight from Rocisville with birds arriving fast, setting a speed record for the second entry. Indianapolis Arsenal to expand production for infantry cavalry and artillery gear under Maj. A L Varney. Martin Lanham dies from wood alcohol poisoning in Carmel, third in Hamilton county this year. Eighth district Christian Endeavor convention succeeds at Tipton with Madison county joining. next convention at Frankfort in May 190. Murder trial of John Thrawley proceeds in Wayne circuit court. Indiana Democrats call state convention for June 22 in Indianapolis with representation based on votes for John I. Stoll.
In Noblesville Indiana on May 28 a new and highly contagious horse disease appeared in the northern county area. It begins with profuse sweating and chills followed by head swelling and bloody mucus, often killing within hours. Many horses have died from the outbreak.
Wanasa Ind May 28 Capt A M Atkinson a prominent Wabash citizen involved in public and religious groups will resign with an absolute year long rest He steps down as secretary of the Christian ministerial relief association and as a Butler University trustee among other minor duties due to a long illness recovery.
Fourteen cars of Missouri soldiers passed through Evansville Indiana on Friday. The railroad company tried to remove three cars and group the troops. Pickets were posted at both ends of the train and brakemen warned they would be shot if any cars were detached. The soldiers kept all cars in the train.
Silver Lake Indiana May 28 a new bank has been established with six prominent local farmers and business men as stockholders. It is a private company with a capital of 15000 dollars and W Fitch as cashier. It will be known as the Farmers Bank of Silver Lake.
Terre Haute Indiana May 28 The summer term of the state normal school will open June 30 and run to July 4. Attendance promises to be the largest in the school's history as about half of the current enrollment of 1,200 intend to stay for the term. Receiver Hopkins Issues April Report for P D E Railroad In Indianapolis Indiana May 25 E O Hopkins receiver for the P D E railroad filed an April report with the U S court showing receipts 215069 40 disbursements 196130 08 and a treasury balance of 8555 51 at the end of April.
Fr Wayne Ind May 27 republican party of the Twelfth district nominated Dr Christian Lb Stemen for congress by acclamation.
Mary Pate of Dintspono nearly drowned when she fell into a ten foot hole on Laughery Creek. Jesse Kittie a 15 year old boy held a root and kept her head above water until help arrived. Other notes report Charles Landis renominated by Ninth district Republicans at Crawfordsville. Plus 105 year old Miami County woman Mrs John Neusbaum visiting in Peru and a murder trial at Ricusosp with Thrawleys claiming self defense.
A 12-year-old girl Edna Pearson living south of Dublin in this county died May 24 after poisoning from eating raw rhubarb. The incident is reported as a tragic accidental poisoning.
New Albany lodge of Elks appropriated 200 to purchase swords for Charles L. Jewett judge advocate US Army and Capt Will J Coleman of company C 159th Indiana regiment, both lodge members. George W Cromer of Muncie nominated for congress by Republicans in the Eighth Indiana district after a 79 ballot contest.
Terre Haute Ind May 26 The Citizens Telephone Co organized with William P Ijams as president and seventy five thousand dollars in capital stock The company plans to operate under a franchise obtained twelve years ago by A J Crawford and associates and will connect with the new Indianapolis company.
Hon. Jas. A. Hemmenway was renominated by the Republican convention in Princeton on Wednesday. The administration was endorsed and resolutions favoring Cuba were adopted.
E. D. Smith offers practical guidance on anchoring temporary wire fences with a sunk rock post method. He explains tightening with a stick, rolling a coil to move the fence, and reassembling by sequentially securing strands near the posts. The article emphasizes ease and speed in adjusting fence length.
Agricultural Epitomist notes that turkey and fowl diseases such as black head diphtheria cholera and roup are contagious and may share a single disease line. Emphasizes separating sick birds, clean water, dry roosts, dusting places, grit, exercise, and not crowding birds to prevent disease and maintain egg production.
Practical advice from the St. Louis Republic on poultry care. Tips include avoiding sulfur in damp weather, feeding bone meal, providing shade, dust baths, and clean dusting. Notes on pullets, eggs hatch quality, and signs of lice. Guidance on guineas, turkeys, and geese for best yields and health.
The article urges study of the home market for mutton noting its rising demand similar to poultry and eggs. It claims nearly every village has some mutton demand and producers can boost sales by supplying a truly choice article, with success strongest at the doorstep.
The article advises summer hog management focused on comfort, dry bedding, ventilation, and ample fresh water. It recommends clover or grass with middlings and milk slop, salt mixed with ashes, and occasional bedding changes. It notes avoid overfattening growing pigs and stresses thrifty, healthy stock for profitability.
The New York Tribune notes an economical method for farm kettles used to cook vegetables for hogs and other animals. It suggests building a brick cover to keep rain and weather out, preserving appearance and improving digestibility of cooked vegetables for young animals.
The article notes strong demand for Merino rams as wool prices rise, fueling inquiries for fiat wool varieties and leaving breeders with lean stocks. It urges buyers to consider the overall body condition of rams, warning against prioritizing wool production over mutton performance.
A guide notes that fowls should have access to grass or cut grass in yards, or a sod, to promote digestion and egg production. It warns that grain-only diets are too concentrated for summer heat, and bulky food is essential year round, especially now.
Lime may injure droppings by releasing ammonia, deterring use. Daily cleaning and proper manure disposal prevent losses. Lime destroys roup germs, prevents gapes, dries floors, and absorbs dampness in the house, making it a valuable additive for poultry housing.
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