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Newspaper
Westville Indicator
Location
Westville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 10, 1918
Page
4
Mrs Annie Meteriano of 36 West 10th Street Peru Indiana says Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound cured her backache and dragging pains after doctors recommended surgery. She reports waking at four to do housework then factory work and still feeling well.
In a Fifth ward precinct a Black man humorously answers a registrar by naming Elisha Smith with middle initial N. He cannot recall the full middle name and jokes that N stands for Nick. He swears vengeance on “Hun devils” and sends a taunting message.
An old advertisement asserts catarrhal deafness is cured only by a constitutional remedy. It explains the Eustachian tube inflammation causes deafness, promises relief by Hall’s Catarrh Medicine, guarantees $100 for any case not cured, and notes price 75 cents with free circulars from F. J. Cheney & Co., Toledo Ohio.
A prosperous grocer hired a new errand boy as brisk trade required many parcel deliveries. On Monday he learns the boy plans to leave at week’s end, not due to pay but because the boy is "doing a good horse out of a job" by taking over tasks.
A proverb-like line notes that certain individuals ignite flames to test their own fate, warning that such reckless curiosity can lead to harm and disaster. The remark emphasizes caution and self restraint in hazardous actions.
A year of war transformed U S ordnance. Sixty plant metal foundries now produce cannon forgings and carriages, with new glass for telescopes and a vast civilian staff. The ordnance bureau expanded from 97 officers to 5,000, placing orders, building plants, and speeding output to equip troops in the field and at home.
A playful hint of romance appears as apples sent to a daughter from a friend conceal a love letter in the heart of the largest rosy fruit. The tale suggests clever schemes in courting and the old idea of messages hidden within gifts.
A boy on the rocky coast of North Wales found a sparkling gold ring under a rock while lifting stones. After inquiries, the ring was traced to an elderly local resident who had lost it over thirty years ago in the sea.
Wells Depot Maine reports a shock amid a murder case as Rev Henry H Hall is jailed in Alfred against the death of his wife Minnie Stevens Hall. Investigators disclose multiple romantic entanglements including with Grace Gerow and a Portland woman known as Mrs Allen.
Sheridan Wyoming approves an ordinance closing all businesses on Sundays and legal holidays, effecting Sunday and holiday trading restrictions citywide.
Thieves entered the Adams Express offices in Connellsville Pennsylvania and carried away a 400 pound safe. Inside was at least 700 dollars in cash. Local police investigate the burglary and review nearby surveillance and possible suspects.
Evansville Indiana resident Edwards thirty five a farmer wandered from home while delirious from fever and seized an axe cutting off his left hand. He died within a few hours.
Paul Thiel, who deserted his wife and four children 13 years ago, returns to Chicago after years of wandering in the West, Mexico, Kansas City, and San Francisco. His wife Marta refuses reconciliation, while their children plead for his presence. Thiel visits his son George, who enlists soon, and then remains in Chicago.
Stevens Point Wisconsin reports John Liss and Joe Ostrowski were jailed after an argument. Liss set his cot on fire and slept as flames spread. Ostrowski woke, raised the alarm, both were released, then later fined as per schedule in court.
A swarm of bees overran a busy Amsterdam crossing as traffic officer Albert Leagher briefly left his post. A three hour bid to drive away the bees failed until Ralph Kline, a city public works engineer, coaxed the queen bee away and the rest followed.
Clyde, Kansas youth Odile A Cyre, nineteen, arrived at Union station with 51 dollars to enlist in the navy. Two strangers offered to escort him to the recruiting station. In a nearby saloon they argued over his weight and lifted him several times before a police officer intervened, with six dollars and a watch taken from Cyre.
Burglars broke into a grocery store in Indianapolis and stole several pies and cakes. About $8 in change was taken. no cash register robbery was attempted. They locked the door as they left.
A note reads in fragmented form about a resident in Eau Claire Wisconsin who slept through a fire at his burning home. The text mentions a person named Frank and references a baby and the house fire, but details are unclear in the damaged OCR.
A farmer discovers his son chasing farm laborers with a red hot poker in the yard. After a sharp lecture the boy promises no more, but soon repeats the stunt with the same weapon claiming it is only painted this time. London Tit-Bits reports the quirky incident.
An early 20th century advertisement claims Cuticura kills dandruff and suggests applying Cuticura Ointment and using Cuticura Soap with a note promising free samples. It lists prices and mailing address as Boston and directs purchase at druggists or by mail.
In a courtroom exchange the lawyer recalls the pursuit of principle over money as the case ends with a jury awarding a substantial sum. Both parties claim satisfaction, noting the victory supports their stance on the matter.
An old advertisement promotes Cole's Carbolisalve for burning itching and skin diseases. It claims rapid relief and scarless healing with 25¢ or 50¢ prices, inviting readers to send 25¢ to The J. W. Cole Co. in Rockford Illinois or ask a druggist.
A New York Sun item notes Becker aging with appearance, comparing youth and age as a uniformed man carries an unexpected look. The piece hints at public fascination with aging and identity expressed through a concise urban gossip style.
A fragmentary note suggests a widower is deeply shaken but others predict his recovery soon. The brief dialogue hints at emotional repair amid community chatter.
A thought reader answers a life and death question with a riddle about a murder. He identifies the killer as a relative on the paternal side and notes the motive as gain before abruptly ending with the question Who killed Cock Robin?
The advertisement touts Haarlem Oil Capsules as a centuries old Holland remedy for kidney and bladder disorders and related pains. It claims quick relief for backache, rheumatism, and digestive issues, with a money back guarantee if not effective, urging customers to buy the genuine GOLD MEDAL brand.
A boy drawing on the floor asks his grandmother if she smells something. She can’t, until he reveals he has drawn a skunk. The exchange ends with the grandmother realizing the joke and the boy’s playful misdirection.
A fragment notes public or social focus on a woman whose knowledge or reputation exceeds common expectations, suggesting interest in her unique expertise or standing within a community. No further specifics are provided in the readable text.
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