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Newspaper
Westville Indicator
Location
Westville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1903
Page
1
Ten octogenarian males who have lived as neighbors in Buchanan for over fifty years are described as a close, law abiding Republican group. All remain in the town with large families and plan a banquet next month with council and citizens participating.
Traveling causes constant kidney strain as motion shakes the body. Foley's Kidney Cure strengthens the kidneys and cures kidney and bladder ailments. George H. Hansen, locomotive engineer in Lima Ohio, reports relief after using Foley's Kidney Cure. Sold by all druggists.
Westville banks in the extradition of three men captured May 1 by a Wabash detective. They confessed to safes at Adrian and Tecumseh, Michigan. Suspects are Ryan aged 28 with hand wound, Burke aged 50 with a dark complexion and mustache, and Bertie aged 20 with a light complexion. Authorities fear possible links to a Vols Place bank robbery and a youth defender’s death.
Greenville South Carolina student at law Burbage endured a four to five year cough that alarmed him with fear of consumption. After using two bottles of Chamberlain's Cough Remedy he reports a remarkable change and a permanent cure. Sold by B. T.
William Burden a colored convict at Michigan City prison escaped about 8 pm Thursday night. He was captured Friday morning two miles north of the prison after a chase near the Winther residence by Guard Armstrong.
An old advertisement claims Dr. King’s New Discovery for Consumption cures lung and throat ailments. It features testimonial from Mrs. C. B. VanMetre of Shepherdstown West Virginia who reports recovery from bronchitis after one bottle. The notice promotes a trial bottle free and a 50 cent regular size.
Edward Everett Hale argues for a yearly one hundred dollar pension for citizens over seventy. He contends pensions reduce state and asylum burdens by enabling aging individuals to live at home with family support. The essay emphasizes that small cash relief sustains households and avoids large institutions.
A A Herren of Finch Ark endorses Oley'sa Honey and Tar as the best cough remedy. He claims it cures consumption in early stages and notes it is sold by all druggists.
Berry crates and bee keepers supplies available at E S Smiths with items from Smoke Waltons Straights and Gems.
Governor Durbin issues a Memorial Day order designating Saturday May 30 1903 for decoration of soldiers graves. The notice urges public observance with flags and flowers, half mast flags, and suspension of business to honor heroic sacrifices and preserve republican government.
The article argues that owning a free and clear farm is the only method of lasting security. It warns that careers in manufacturing, commerce, or employment can be erased by invention, misfortune, or corporate consolidation, leaving the lifelong worker vulnerable. The farm owner is portrayed as unassailable, securing necessities even if luxuries are scarce.
On June 12 Indiana residents may visit the agricultural Experiment Station at Lafayette. Round trip tickets are offered at reduced rates. Guides will meet visitors at Lafayette depots and escort them to the 130 acre station where farm product experiments are conducted. Many farmers likely to take the trip.
Farmers and dairymen welcomed the effect of the oleomargarine tax enacted in Congress. In nine months production dropped by 25 509 991 pounds and revenue fell by 1 554 482 dollars. The 10 cent colored tax ruined the incentive to imitate butter while uncolored oleo remains cheap. The piece calls for stronger pure food laws and stricter enforcement nationwide.
Maud recounts Jack’s joke that he would not marry the best girl until she took Rocky Mountain Tea. The quip closes with a wry line about his sensible, cautious nature as noted by E. T. Scott in a brief 250 word entry.
In Laporte circuit court Judge J. Richter presides over a major $80 000 damage suit by Robert Melrose of Grand Trunk Railroad against injuries from a wreck at Haskell Station. Other filings include administrators for William H McDonald missing since May 18 1896, Etta Bowles seeking transfer of Swygert will case, Alvine Brown suing for divorce from Albert H Brown, and a Michigan City man seeking separation from his wife who left in 1888.
A Pattensville New York farmer, bent with rheumatism, used Chamberlain Pain Balm on the recommendation of C. P. Rayder. He recovered quickly, walked in straight, and paid for another bottle, saying he keeps it at home. For sale by E. T. Scott.
An advertisement touts Foley's Kidney Cure as a remedy to purify blood through healthy kidneys. It asserts it will positively cure all forms of kidney and bladder disease and strengthen the entire system, with sale through druggists.
Laporte Ind May 22 The syndicate of capitalists drilling wells for oil in Porter county have filed leases for an extensive acreage across various sections of the county. Wells will be sunk to prove or disprove oil in paying quantities beneath Laporte county. Large sums have been paid on these leases as the group shows faith in rich strikes.
State Geologist W S Blatchley will lead three men across Indiana this summer to locate gravel deposits and test stone for macadam roadways. The team will focus on Porter Lake and Posey counties, aiming to uncover near road sites and assess quality to avoid hauling gravel long distances.
Night raid by Deputy W C Kanert and three wardens on Lake Wawasee leads to gunfire from four men in a fishing boat. Wardens Fitch and Fleming are wounded but expected to recover. attackers escape after about forty shots.
A suburban village dancer counsels neighborhood youth in the art. An awkward girl, daughter of a local undertaker, quits after two lessons claiming Miss Blank never patronizes her father, so she will not patronize the school.
A Baltimore News item quotes a man claiming a prophetic dream about his wife stealing his last son after a church fair. The anecdote blends superstition with a personal grievance, illustrating dream symbolism and domestic tension.
The piece lists animal virtues and vices with a punchline about men learning from hogs. It contrasts silent horses and steadfast elephants with bravado from jackals, and warns against gluttony from the hoptoad while praising ant industry and wisdom. It ends noting some men could learn gentility from hogs.
A man is appointed to a minor court despite being unable to read or write. His wife fears the consequences while he reassures that those who read will read and those who write will write. He emphasizes his role is to judge, not to read or write.
The article notes Muslim moon worship practices despite Koranic injunctions against adoration of sun or moon. It cites Herodotus accusing Persians of moon worship and quotes Zend Avesta lines praising sacrifice to the new and full moon as holy and master of holiness.
Mr. Max Hecht jokes about punctuality in a London letter praising Mr. Gilbert. He notes meeting at the Lyric stage door after a rehearsal time and quotes Gilbert on how punctuality has cost him time.
A tense exchange shows Enrolling Officer asking a recruit named Owen Espy Casey to provide initials. The officer pressures the recruit to spell out the letters O N S P E C as seen in a Chicago TribuneJune item.
A musical instructor asks for the world’s greatest composer. A young medical student bluntly names Chloroform in a humorous exchange, reflecting a dark joke about chemistry and music.
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