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Newspaper
Westville Indicator
Location
Westville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 07, 1895
Page
2
Editor and Proprietor announces weekly issue from Westville Indiana. Public notices include obituary and professional card rates with advance payment terms. Advertisements and rates detailed for readers with external notices emphasized.
President Cleveland issues the year’s Thanksgiving proclamation setting November 28 as the national day. France changes its ministry after a sequence of months, marking a political shift. The state supreme court upholds a fee and salary law from the last legislature, halving incomes for certain county offices.
A cautious note predicts that if the worst happens the African ruler faces swift defeat and a loss of prestige as a king without protection amid conflict.
The speaker notes the end of the Holmes trial in Philadelphia and condemns the crimes revealed, expressing little sympathy for the defendant while lamenting insufficient punishments for such a villain.
A five year old girl in New York City lies in hospital amid a tale of in temperance by her parents who gave her alcohol from a young age. The scene reflects the devastating effects of alcoholism on a vulnerable child and warns of parental neglect.
In Tyler Texas a lynching occurred in a public square with several thousand attending. Report says the victim died within fifty minutes after the fire was started. Corbett and Nitz Simmons reportedly wished to fight there, but public sentiment opposed such a match.
The article notes Laporte audiences typically remove hats at public entertainments, reflecting their culture and consideration for others. It contrasts this with the annoyance of obstructing views from large flower gardens or decorative structures, and warns that an umbrella raised to block a speaker would be ejected, with strong disapproval.
Judge Tourgee reports seven months to Sept 30 with 154 percent more killings. In September thirty six killed or hurt, over one per day. Of victims 135 were colored and fourteen were women. Georgia and Tennessee led. Mob activity expected to reach 200 before year end. the man hunt will continue.
The article notes a revival of scam schemes menacing unwary locals who are lured by the promise of a great estate from a distant country. It recalls earlier county cases where many fell for the bait and warns that sharpers persist despite past failures.
In a conciliatory note between Michigan City Disrpated and LaPorte Herald, editors pledge neutrality and readiness to aid an honorable settlement of their ongoing belligerent dispute. The appeal urges timely action to end the repeated spats and restore cordial relations between the papers.
Republican papers observe a quiet stance as Utah Republicans align with broader party factions. The brief sketch suggests cautious coordination without explicit policy stakes or public statements.
The LaPorte Argus accuses Republicans of seeking to fuse church with state to perpetuate polygamy under state control. The paper vows to expose such designs and vows readers should stay alert as it critiques republicans and argues Mormonism remains a political weapon.
The piece notes Republican gains in Kentucky Maryland New Jersey and New York while Ohio supports Coxey's party. It argues democracy is past its prime with the rooster metaphor and blames English policy and lack of land and finance for public disgust. Requiescat in pace.
The Argus denounces county commissioners for neglecting the paper and warns of political consequences if they persist. It praises Trustee Wolfe for completing the Clear Lake road project and for keeping costs under $500 despite estimates ranging from 1600 to 3000. The piece commends the new Wabash crossing and notes strong public praise for the road work and its accessibility improvements.
The piece argues Britain seeks Alaska territory along a 600 mile by 15 to 150 mile tract, claiming the line was wrongfully shifted after Yukon gold discoveries. It denounces the claim as fraudulent, urging the United States to contest and demand arbitration before a proper tribunal.
A legal determination confirms the claimant’s right to the contested strip and states that every road within it remains American soil, implying sovereign control and ongoing jurisdiction.
The village woke to a cyclone like mess after Halloween with Main Street littered by railroad ties lumber and farming gear. Andrew Young faced repeated vandalism as his shop was barricaded and villagers contemplated prosecutions while Marshal Hoard and tenur toiled to clear debris.
An old advertisement claims latent acid in blood cannot be cured by liniments or actions. It asserts only neutralizing the acid with Hood's Sarsaparilla can cure, highlighting it as the best medicine and sole true blood purifier widely seen by the public.
Chris McCauley, 15 year old Monon engineer of l N AL C, injured when his freight engine struck a horse and derailed near Francesville last month, died at 6:30 p.m. Thursday. Remains moved to Indianapolis for burial. Brakeman Gus Grown of Michigan City survived without serious injury.
Myr G Cailiouette of Beaversville LiL describes how Dr Kent’s New Discovery saved him from a virulent grippe after doctors failed. He sent for a bottle from his own store, used three bottles and recovered, praising its value. Scott’s Drug Store offers a free trial.
Frank J Cheney and Coevey claim a senior partner oath in To ledo Lucens County promising one hundred dollars for each catarrh case not cured by Hart's Catarrh Cure. Notary SAL A. Gleason attested December 6, 1886. Cheney & Co. advertise Hall’s Catarrh Cure as a blood and mucous system remedy priced 75 cents.
Jerome Howard Skelly died at his Otis home Tuesday morning from typhoid pneumonia. A twenty five year Otis resident, he was a skilled millwright and respected neighbor. He leaves a wife and two children, and his wife’s maiden name was Cattron. Burial is in Westville cemetery with Masonic lodge funeral services.
A man named M. S. Wright fled a dentist chair during a toothache and tried to pull the tooth in a barn with pliers. He pulled, jerked, and sweated under the struggle until the molar finally yielded. The dentist later gained a new admirer for future work.
An infirm elder woman pretending to need directions stirred sympathy as locals guided her to stores and homes. The ruse was carried out by a playful young woman, prompting reflection on genuine kindness to elders rather than amusement.
The article playfully chronicles Jim Tollerton's return from North Dakota after a brief absence of forty eight hours during which his clothing bag vanished. He traveled with his brother, then reached Westville by Sunday, vowing never to wander far again.
The LaPorte Carriage Co advertises shell bark hickory and white ash butts for factory delivery. Pieces must be knot free, at least six inches in small end diameter, and can range from four feet to as long as possible. Store address 26-6 LaPorte Ind. ea.
Bucklin's Arnica Salve touted as the best salve for cuts bruises sores ulcers salt rheum fever sores tetter chapped hands chilblains corns and all skin eruptions with a promise to cure piles or money refunded. Guaranteed satisfaction or refund. Price 25 cents per box. Sold by E T Scott.
George Hess aged 10 of Laporte died after a strange illness that began five weeks earlier. Investigators found he and companions tried making a soda water mixture with sulphurated acid vinegar and soda in a copper kettle. The fumes sickened the others, while Hess fell ill and died at home.
An advertisement touts Electric Bitters as a universal headache cure claiming permanent relief from all headache forms and relief for habitual constipation by toning the bowels. It urges purchase of large bottles for 50 cents at Scott's.
Help wanted ad seeks several trustworthy gentlemen or ladies to travel in Indiana with established, reliable hours. Salary of 780 dollars plus expenses. Enclose reference and self addressed stamped envelope. Dominion Gyear third floor, Omeha Building, Gpiceee.
An advertisement promotes doctors in Chicago and a catalog of remedies for private diseases and female troubles. It urges readers to send two two cent stamps to Dr Hathaway & Co. at 70 Dearborn Street, and endorses Dr Miles Pain Pills and One Minute Cough Cure as quick, safe solutions.
Grand jury indicts Alonzo Powers for murder in the first degree, signaling a life case with possible life sentence. Crocker saloon practices examined by jurors. Valparaiso witnesses called, testifying against local saloonkeepers amid widespread neighborhood involvement.
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