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Newspaper
Westville Indicator
Location
Westville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1906
Page
4
A reflective note on religion suggesting private belief hides easily, and that inviting people to pulpit matters. It argues that wealth influences understanding when conversations revolve around finances. It also condemns laziness in preparation and critiques how prizes are allocated.
Mrs WW G Davis of Groesbeck Texas reports severe back pains dizziness and headaches from kidney trouble. After using Deans Kidney Pills she passed gravel stones and recovered. She says her back is strong again and overall health improved. Sold by all dealers 50 cents a box Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY.
Senator Arthur Pue Gorman of Maryland died at his Washington residence at 9 05 am after months of illness heart trouble was listed as the immediate cause He leaves a widow and six children The senate and house adjourned on the announcement His long service began in 1881 and spanned 18 years with a reputation as a Democratic leader and trusted campaign manager for Cleveland in 1884.
Catarrh cannot be cured by local applications because the disease resides in the blood and constitution. Hall's Catarrh Cure is taken internally to reach the blood and mucous surfaces, described as a long standing prescription by leading physicians. The ad claims a perfect combination of tonics and purifiers, with testimonials available, priced 75 cents. Also promotes Family Pills for constipation.
A quirky collection of witticisms on dress codes and self belief. Jokes reference not wearing a watch with a suit and a palmist defined humorously. The tone mocks vanity and self help through witty one liners.
Mrs George Torrester of Watertown New York credits Dr Williams Pink Pills with curing her anemia after severe fainting spells and weight loss. She notes the pills build red blood cells and restore health, with druggists stocking or mail orders available at 50 cents per box or six for $2.50 from the Dr Williams Medicine Co Schenectady NY.
John C New died Monday at 5 10 pm in Indianapolis after a long illness of dropsy. Born in 1831 at Vernon Indiana he studied law and served as Marion County clerk before Civil War service as quartermaster general. He held multiple federal posts including US treasurer and assistant Secretary of the Treasury and was closely tied to Harrison as political manager and consul general at London.
Foster Dwight Coburn, a prominent agriculturist, was appointed United States senator by Gov. E. W. Hoch to replace J. Ralph Burton who resigned. Coburn, born 1846 in Jefferson County Wisconsin, has long served Kansas as secretary of the state board of agriculture and gained fame for his agricultural reports. He lives in Kansas City Kansas and previously chaired livestock exhibits at the 1904 St. Louis Exposition. Coburn has not definitively accepted the appointment and was not a candidate for the seat or next year’s election.
A tense stand in Cananea as Col Kosterlitzky's feared presence prompts orders to recall American volunteers and bar civilians from streets. Reports claim shots fired after the crackdown, with closures and hunger widespread. A Cananea office denies ringleaders were executed.
Rockford winner James H. Cartwright, a Republican, was reelected to the state supreme court in the Sixth district without opposition on Monday.
Ernest Schultz of Milwaukee drowned after falling from a beer keg seat in a boat while fishing on Lake Monona in Madison Wisconsin.
Secretary of state grants license to incorporate the Le Roy and Southwestern Rail road company to build from Le Roy in McLean county to Waynesville in Dewitt county Illinois. Peasants near Szliszeg in Vienna seize their landlord after cattle grazing denial and bury him and three servants alive.
Three fishermen went missing near Marinette Wisconsin on Thursday afternoon and were later found drowned. The victims identified include residents of Laie with ties to the area, names Hronek and Elson among the missing. Local authorities investigated the incident and recovered the bodies.
The American Spectator recounts John Hay showing Twain's social fireside sketch to Alexander Gunn. Gunn proposed a private print run, but Hay warned it immoral to profit from Twain's work and asked for the manuscript's return. Gunn nonetheless kept one proof for Hay and one for himself.
A young woman tells Mr. Lingerlong she tried to call him by telephone. He realizes he has no number on file and deduces it as 2647 leading to a startled rush to his hat.
In a Detroit Free Press anecdote a lady asks for city hall from a courteous streetcar conductor who, new to the job, notes a green feathered woman ahead of her. The conductor asks if another building would suit, citing company rules about obliging behavior.
A humorous exchange from the Chicago Tribune features Hedzi Wynne saying he will spend the summer wherever his wife and daughters can agree upon. The quip notes it saves him trouble and reflects domestic irony.
A 72 year old ex soldier recounts severe malaria and liver troubles linked to coffee. After doctors advised quitting coffee and starting Postum he improved quickly, returning to hard work including long drives and wagon loading.
Eight Mexican archists leading the Cananea riot against Greene Consolidated Copper were executed near Renquillo by rurales under Col. Kostertitsky. Renewed fighting followed as Mexicans clashed with troops from Hermosillo, with five strikers killed and 13 injured. Americans fear worsening violence as martial law grips Cananea and foreigners seek protection.
Eleven persons died and many were injured when a crowded electric car overturned at Moore's Corner in East Providence early Sunday. Motorman J Laucher of Olneyville, unfamiliar with the route, allowed the car to coast toward a sharp curve after passengers urged him to take the run. He then attempted to brake and reverse power but the weight on the running board and momentum derailed the car, sending it 20 feet off the track.
Thomas M. Rossiter of East Orange New Jersey testifies after a long eczema battle since 1894. He credits Cuticura Ointment and Soap with a speedy permanent cure and urges others to try the remedies.
A fragmented excerpt critiques deceit and hopeless civic conscience with aphorisms on slander and old habits. The Ram's Horn voice condemns changing times and foul rhetoric while noting codfish culture remains incomplete without conscience.
Union Pacific offers a single fare round trip to Portland Tacoma Seattle Bellingham Everett Vancouver Victoria and New Westminster for the Hotel Men's Mutual Bene volent Association meeting in Portland June 25 to 29 1906 Tickets on sale June 18 to 22 1906 with 60 day return limit The route includes 200 miles of the Columbia River and a Yellowstone Park stop Enquire W G Neimyer G A 120 Jackson Boulevard Chicago Ill.
The Chapman Kansas Outlook notes spring chores as hens help vegetables grow radishes sprout and a house dog digs in flower beds while a neighbor’s cow strolls across the new lawn.
A fragment from Stray Stories features a poised exchange where a woman praises grandeur and a man replies with a courteous, halting thanks. The brief dialogue hints at social etiquette and period tone.
A Washington Star quote features an astronomer asserting it would be unprofessional to claim Mars communication is impossible. He warns against spoiling pages of future magazine articles by premature conclusions.
A witty remark about an old squeeze in a Kodak picture opens a page of old notes. The clipping promotes Dr. Kline's Great Nerve Restorer with a free trial bottle offer and article on nervous diseases. Also features Lewis' Single Binder cigars with a branding line and a quip about aging.
Return fare offer from Boston to points via Nickel Plate Road valid May 31 to June 9 with long return limit and stop-over privileges at Chautauqua Lake Niagara Falls and New York City. For full details contact local agent or J Y Calahan general agent 113 Adams St Chicago Ill.
In the Detroit Free Press a Lewis' Factory Peoria Illinois advertisement promotes the Lewis Single Binder cigar noting value and quality for smokers. The ad uses a proverb about roses and thorns to entice readers.
An old ad snippet presents Mrs. Winslow's Soothing Syrup for teething babies claiming gum relief and windcolic cure. A 25 cent bottle price is listed. A separate line notes ginger for men to add spice to life from the Indianapolis News.
The advertisement warns the change of life is the most critical period for women and urges Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound as the best remedy. It notes symptoms such as hot flashes dizziness and headaches and cites Mrs A G Hyland of Chester town Maryland praising relief after treatment. It invites women to write for free advice from Mrs Pinkham’s daughter in law in Lynn Massachusetts.
The US circuit court in Milwaukee ruled in the Elkins act rebate case against the Milwaukee Refrigerator, six railroads, and Feist Brewing Co except for Pabst Brewing Co whose suit was dismissed. The government claimed Refrigerator Transit Co earned commissions of ten to fourteen percent on all Feist beer shipments routed by Refrigerator Transit.
In St. Paul Minnesota the wiremen and electricians strike against Twin City and Northwestern Telephone companies was declared off on Saturday after about a month. The workers had walked out seeking higher pay.
Two tetanus cases in Minneapolis last week proved fatal despite prompt treatment with antitoxin. Health department reports indicate both patients succumbed to the infection.
A judge asks a prisoner to speak. The inmate laments the poor defense and begs for the sentence he would have received if he had pled guilty initially. A Chicago Tribune note adds a neighborly aside about a rehearsal for a Universal Peace society speech.
A Brookfield Missouri Gazette item praises the lazy genius who avoids work, noting the loafer’s cunning as a form of practical wit in daily life.
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