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Newspaper
Westville Indicator
Location
Westville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 09, 1899
Page
3
The article argues the new United States naval station at San Juan Porto Rico will be crucial to national security when the Nicaragua canal is built. It likens the station to Hostetter's Stomach Bitters guarding digestion against indigestion biliousness and constipation as a shield against foreign threats.
An Ohio State Journal excerpt shows Aunt Diana confronting Rastus with a sharp charge that white children must learn cakewalk figures and then have no further concerns, highlighting a clash over social roles and learning.
Crescent Hotel in Eureka Springs opens February 23 offering delightful climate and scenic Ozark surroundings. Promotes unequaled medicinal waters and cheap excursion rates with through sleepers via Frisco Line. Address J O Plank Manager Century Building St Louis office.
The note says Florida winter resorts on the east and west coasts are open including Tampa Bay Palace and Hotel Belleview and other garden spots beyond the frost line convenient via Plant System. Apply to L. A. Bell at 205 Clark Street in Chicago.
A collage of quips and exchanges from papers and columns. The snippets include light dialogue on opera classes and a chef miscue, with a final note recalling a cure from Williamsport Virginia dated November 2 1993.
Hon Myron H McCord ex governor of New Mexico writes from Washington praising Peruna for catarrh and urging others to begin treatment. He notes quick relief from cold sore throat and cough and recommends a spring start for lasting cure, urging readers to send for a free catarrh book from Dr Hartman Columbus Ohio.
The Sixty First Indiana General Assembly wraps up with the governor set to veto a Columbus epileptics asylum bill. A major general appropriation of about 4.0 million dollars passes the House, while county reform and forestry measures advance or are approved. Vetoed or delayed bills include a hospital for epileptics and several tax and county governance proposals. The session ends after a flurry of final acts and signatures.
Two Indianapolis physicians Drs. Thomas and Rilus Eastman clashed with doorkeepers during a tense night session. A second doorkeeper aided, as blows injured John Hutson, prompting possible punishment by fine or imprisonment if a special committee finds them guilty.
Judge Baker of the U S court ruled that Indiana's assignment law is inferior to the federal bankruptcy act. The decision effectively ends assignments under state law as any title from such proceeding could be nullified by an appeal to federal court under the bankruptcy act.
Indiana Attorney General Taylor rules that insurance companies doing business in the state must pay taxes under state insurance laws. Assessments are due even if annual reports are required, and filings semi annually are required for tax base.
In Ruenvitlle Indiana on March 3 the Raleigh Gas Co reports a major natural gas blowout near Raleigh. A 60 foot high blaze lit the countryside as the roaring vent could be heard seven miles away. The well yields about 4,500,000 cubic feet daily and marks a peak in the Raleigh field, which surged two years ago to prominence.
Shelbyville Indiana March 1 The Sons of Veterans camp prepares to host the State encampment June 7 to 9 The Central Traffic association reports a half fare rail deal statewide The aim is to surpass prior meetings with 2900 expected visitors and extensive arrangements underway.
Evansville Indiana March 4 strong belief among Poseyville farmers that Stephen Glawser did not kill his wife and mother in law and then commit suicide but that all three were murdered neighbors say a young man nearby had threatened to kill Glawser and his family
Richmond Ind March 2 The Richmond Interurban Railroad Co will file articles of incorporation this week with a capital stock of 10000 dollars. The company plans to acquire rights of way and franchises over county roads and to attract capital to construct the lines.
Harry Brown, a reporter for the Indianapolis Sentinel, clashed with Senator Drummond during a Senate session over a Sentinel article claiming Drummond had admitted being retained for a bill. The incident broke the routine of the session in Indianapolis.
G W Lanor of Canton Ohio visits Evansville to arrange locating a factory for his patented folding beds. The new plant will employ a large number of workers and operate in the local area.
Laporte Indiana March 2 The city must seek another water supply due to rapid lake recession. The council decided to erect a pumping station at the Little Kankakee river five miles from the city awaiting a new source.
The March 3 report from Richmond Indiana notes strong prospects for telephone competition. The Home Telephone Co. has formed and is receiving encouragement with a large number of subscribers secured.
Resaville Indiana March 1 Foster Alexander of Arlington suffered leg injuries years ago leading to amputation. Doctors report the disease attacked his left leg a month ago and was amputated Tuesday by a physician.
In Mishawaka Indiana a special election resulted in a decisive vote to incorporate as a city. The tally stood at 903 in favor to 36 against marking a major civic change after a lengthy effort.
Fr Wayse Indiana March 2 Dr Charles Sterk once a Princeton language professor and later at Tennessee is jailed here on forgery charges after a drinking episode.
Frank Knirk a longstanding mail carrier in Michigan City Ind for five years shot himself with a 38 caliber revolver ending his life. No motive is given as family relations appeared happy voters and friends report no trouble prior to the act.
A promotion for Swamp Root declares it a century defining kidney treatment. It states millions suffer kidney liver and bladder diseases and offers a free sample bottle by mail plus a book of testimonials. It urges mentioning the paper and lists drug store prices for regular bottles.
One hundred dollars reward offered for any case of catarrh not cured by Hall's Catarrh Cure. F J Cheney & Co Toledo owners. Endorsers Truax Walding Kinnan Marvin vouch for Cheney's integrity. Cure marketed as internal and blood mucous system remedy with price per bottle. Sold by all druggists. Testimonials free. Hall's Family Pills promoted as best.
A Boston Transcript quip depicts a famed general asking if correspondents are ready and informed of a new uniform. They confirm photographers are on duty, and the general declares let the battle go on.
Many school children are sickly. Mother Gray's Sweet Powders, used by a nurse at Children's Home New York, promise to break up colds in 24 hours curb feverishness headache stomach troubles teething disorders move bowels destroy worms. Sold by druggists or by mail 25c sample mailed free Allen S. Olmsted Le Roy NY.
An advertisement style collage promotes Grain-O as a grain based substitute for coffee suitable for all ages from babies to grandparents. It claims no nerves upset and good digestion, asserting taste and appearance like real coffee at a lower price and urges readers to ask grocers for Grain-O.
Ad offers German Coffee Berry and Java Coffee packages at 15 cents each and Salzer's New American Chicory for 15 cents. Cut out and send 15 cents for any package or 30 cents for all three and receive a free catalogue from JOHN A. SALZER SEED CO. La Crosse Wisconsin.
Delegates from Kansas and Nebraska report on Dauphin Regina and Prince Albert regions in Saskatchewan. They praise southern township 25 area wheat fields Wishart Buchanan Owen Smith Ross Sinclair Whitmores Drinkwaters and northern expanses, noting 75 000 bushels last year and over a million this year. They cite abundant water forests and livestock prospects, settlement speed, and potential immigration to the Canadian West. Signed by Bennett Brooks Flannery.
In Harlem Life a caller repeats a rumor about Mrs. Jay Smith leaving town this morning with a married man. Mrs. Fangle notes a long awaited scandal, naming the husband as the involved party.
An ad offers a free sample of Allen's Foot-Ease from Allen S. Olmsted in Le Roy New York. The powder claims to cure chilblains sweating damp swollen aching feet and to ease tight shoes. It also claims to cure corns bunions and ingrowing nails. Available at all druggists and shoe stores. Price 25 cents.
The Philadelphia North American remarks that despite the candidate's fading voice, he remains able to sign checks. The note questions if his capacity for official duties persists as observers watch his public role.
The North Western Line sells home seekers excursion tickets on February 21 March 7 and 21 with favorable time limits to numerous West and South points at exceptionally low rates. Tickets and information via Chicago and North Western Ry agents.
A quip notes that people who briefly raise the wind do not resist blowing themselves up. The remark attributes pride to those who gain momentum and then overreach.
Coughing leads to consumption and Kemp’s Balsam is advertised to stop the cough at once. Sample bottle free from the druggist. large bottles priced at 25 and 50 cents. Urges immediate use as delays are dangerous. Comments on diary keeping appear as a stray quote.
A collage of ads tout medicines and health claims. Lane's Family Medicine promises daily bowel movement support and gentle liver and kidney action. Laxative Bromo Quinine claims a one day cold cure with money back. Hale's Honey of Horehound and Tar and Pike's Toothache Drops feature. Various lines joke about salaries and spending.
A note from Washington in March reports a new post office project in Indiana mentioning Radley and Grant. The fragmentary item notes construction or naming aspects with limited details.
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