Prison twine factory boosts jobs at state prison
The warden says the binder twine plant at the prison employs fifty convicts and aims for five tons daily. It will sell to farmers in carload lots at 01 cents per pound, with discounts for large or small orders, saving millions statewide and possibly boosting other states to copy the program. The move faces union resistance but promises employment and a curb on trusts.
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Hanly
Reed
Twine Trust
Stats
Chicago council votes to raise saloon licenses to a thousand
A city council vote raises saloon licenses to $1000 aiming to fund 1000 police by new tax. Critics warn crime may persist without better detection and enforcement, noting Chicago’s long police presence and alleged ties between cops and criminals. Michigan City Ice & Cold Storage Co. mortgaged its plant for 1.5 million to Metropolitan Trust & Savings Co. of Chicago, amid jokes about fake ice certificates and public receipts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Michigan City Ice & Cold Storage Co
Metropolitan Trust & Savings Co
Brummitt Seeks GOP Nomination for Joint LaPorte Porter Seat
John W. Brummitt of Porter County announces candidacy for the Republican nomination as joint representative for LaPorte and Porter counties. The farmer active in Institute work and Farmers Mutual Insurance faces a lively race as Gus Grieger of Hanna backs the bid. 200,000 farmers in the American Society of Equity strike for dollar wheat, threatening bread supply and raising questions of restraint of trade.
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John W. Brummitt
Porter County
LaPorte
Porter
John
Farmers Mutual Insurance
Mississippi
Gus Grieger
Hanna
American Society of Equity
Indianapolis
Stoddard Divorce Case Venued to Porter County
Wan atah proceedings move to Porter county court as public interest rises in the racy matter. Janitor Castle advised to keep storm doors in place until the case ends due to expected demand for jurors seals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richter
Circuit Court
Grover
Wanatah
Porter County
Hickey Considered For Republican County Chairman
The Argus Bulletin approves Billy Bohland as Democratic county chairman while Andrew J. Hickey, current secretary of the county central committee, is favorably considered for Republican chairman. Our support goes to Hickey. Bohland is embraced by the Bulletin.
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Andrew J. Hickey
County Central Committee
Andrew
The
Argus Bulletin
Billy Bohland
Clears The Complexion With Orino Laxative Syrup
Orino Laxative Fruit Syrup stimulates the liver and cleanses the system improving complexion. It is mild and pleasant for women and children, does not gripe, sicken, or irritate the stomach or bowels. Sold by E T. Scott.
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E T. Scott
Remarkable Recovery Cited After New Discovery Trial
Kenneth Melyer of Vanceboro Maine credits Dr Kings New Discovery with saving his life after three doctors abandoned him to die from severe throat inflammation lung congestion. The medicine is claimed to cure coughs colds bronchitis tonsillitis weak lungs deafness and la grippe with trials available at T Scott's drug store for 50 and 81 cents 90 cents.
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Kenneth Melyer
Vanceboro
Scott's Drug
Local Applications Report Communication Gaps
Fragmentary notes indicate local applications face communication barriers as some entities report they cannot reach a required contact. The issue affects coordination with agencies and may delay processing of requests. Further details are unclear due to incomplete text.
Spiritual Capital and Healing Nor Leprosy of Sin
Sunday church services include class at 9 a.m. and Sunday School at 10 a.m. Epworth League at 6 p.m. Junior League meets Saturdays at 2 30 p.m. All are cordially invited to attend all services and activities.
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Epworth
Sovereign Medicine Promises Health From Rondout Doctor
Dr David Kenedy of Rondout New York touts a remedy called Sovereign priced at 81.00 per bottle. It claims to ease nervousness rheumatism kidney and liver complaints and other female health issues by cleansing the blood and restoring vitality.
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David Kenedy
Rondout
N.Y
Government Makes Offer to Build Demonstration Road
The Bureau of Public Roads in Washington DC invites township trustees to apply for a demonstration mile of road. The department provides machinery tools specifications engineers and skilled labor. Townships supply materials common labor teams fuel water oil and incidental operating costs.
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Bureau of Public Roads
Department of Agriculture
Washington, D. C
March issue of American Boy offers boy friendly tales
The March number of the American Boy is rich in youth oriented content with a beaver biography Shaggycoat and adventures of Joe and Dan about two boys lost in the woods. It features a French Frog and an American Eagle along with stories and departments on Stamps Coins Curiace The Photographer and Boy Mechanic and Electrician.
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Joe
Dan
Governor's office costs spark call for explanation
The LaFayette Times notes state expenses under Claude Matthews totaled 12000 yearly, while under Governor Hanly the appropriation rose to 55000. It highlights a $13000 yearly increase in the reform era and urges public accounting for the higher costs.
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Claude Matthews
Hanly
Card of Thanks for Frederick Gust
The family of the late Frederick Gust extends sincere thanks to neighbors and many friends who kindly assisted in the last hours of grief and bereavement. Mks Caroline Gust and family.
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Frederick Gust
Mks
Caroline Gust
Social notes from New Buffalo and nearby towns
Otis Mrs Paffdorf and her son from New Buffalo visited J C Mohr’s family. Mr and Mrs Henry Schleen returned from Dayton Ohio. Mrs Wm Kreisel and Mrs Hermen Keulitz spent Monday in Michigan City. Mrs Curran and Lowe were La Porte visitors. Mrs Brookman of La Porte stayed with Miss Sophia Stormer. Mr and Mrs B F Vogler hosted relatives from New Carlisle. Mrs William Hackett visited Michigan City to see her ailing grandfather in St Anthony hospital. Mrs Younger Frame and Mrs Frick on sick list. Forresters cyater supper enjoyed by attendees. Maggie Mobere of Rolling Prairie visited friends. Dr C E Johnson drove to Michigan City. Miss Clara Mohr returned from Rolling Prairie. Mrs Jobo Glaze returned to Chicago after visiting her parents the Sebergers. Mrs CG E Pratt and life daughter went to Durham Saturday.
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Otis
Paffdorf
Little Son
New Buffalo
J. C. Mohr
Henry Schleen
Dayton
Ohio
Wm. Kreisel
Hermen Keulitz
Michigan City
Meedames Curran
Lowe
Laporte
Brookman
Sophia Stormer
B. F. Vogler
New Carlale
William Hackett
St. Anthony Hospital
Younger Frame
Frick
Cyater
Forresters
Mise Maggie Mobere
Rolling Prairie
C. E. Johnson
Clara Mohr
Jobo Glaze
Chicago
Seberger
Landowners oppose Ober-Ora canal plan on Tippecanoe
The Knox Republican reports that Messrs Tuesday, Darrow, Cook and associates face strong resistance from landowners along the Tippecanoe as they plan a canal to divert Yellow river waters into the Tippecanoe. Objections may hinder the project due to low banks.
Beware Imitations of Foley’s Honey and Tar Remedy
Do Not Be Imposed Upon Foley and Co Chicago originated Honey and Tar as a throat and lung remedy. Many imitations with similar names flood the market. The genuine Foley’s Honey and Tar comes in a yellow package. Ask for it and refuse substitutes. For sale by E. T. Scott.
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Foley & Co
Chicago
Foley
E. T. Scott
We Can Sell Farm Business City and Village Property
Streeter and Boyer of Lansing Michigan offer to sell farm, business, city, and village property and invite readers to write for particulars and send a stamped reply.
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Streeter & Boyer
Lansing, Mich
Electric Bittera Cure Advertises from Cushing Pharmacist
Inflammatory kidney pain and savage torture remarks are tied to a testimonial from W. M. Snerman of Cushing Maine. He credits Electric Bitters with curing three months of kidney inflammation. The ad claims relief for liver complaint dyspepsia blood disorder malaria and nervous weakness, guaranteed by E T Scott druggist at 50 cents.
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Philippines
Reminu
W. M. Snerman O Cushing
E. T. Scott
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