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Newspaper
Westville Indicator
Location
Westville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 08, 1904
Page
8
A writer laments cats decimating bluebirds and wrens as sparrows spread and habitats shrink. He cites Audubon critics, hunting ethics, and neighbor anecdotes while urging humane control and safe nesting support, referencing John Burrough and August Outing.
The Wabash Railway announces new round trip fares to St Louis at 36.95 for Tuesdays and Thursdays this month with weekly rates up to December 15. A 15 day limit costs 11.10, 60 day limit 11.90, season ticket 14.10. Morning No 5 departs at 5 07 am. other Chicago trains depart 9 17 pm and 11 30 pm reaching St Louis. Returns depart St Louis at 9 05 pm and 11 32 pm arriving Chicago 5 22 pm or 7 30 am. Chair cars operate both ways. Change effective around the 19th. D N Snlvely agent.
Northwestern Line adds parlor car service through to Omaha with no change. Departs Chicago 10 15 a m daily arrives Omaha 11 40 p m. Buffet smoking and library car available. Other fast trains 7 00 p m 8 00 p m and 11 00 p m. Tickets via home agent or A H Wagener Trav Agt 22 Fifth Ave Chicago Ill.
$50.00 California and return fare via Chicago Union Pacific and Northwestern Line with daily sale Aug 15 to Sept 10. Two fast trains daily on the double track Chicago to Missouri River, direct route across the continent. The Overland Limited runs daily, less than three days en route. Write for itineraries to A H Wagen er, Tra Agt, 22 Fifth Avenue, Chicago.
The Chicago and North Western Railway issues a colorful California folder with a state map hotel listings and rates and a gallery of California resources and attractions. Sent for four cents and includes discount one way tickets September 15 to October 15 offered at 33 dollars from Chicago to the coast.
The MononRailway will run a Sunday excursion from Lafayette to Michigan City starting June 19, returning westward. Departs Westville 9:40 am arrives Michigan City 10:05 am. depart Michigan City 7:20 pm arrives Westville 7:49 pm. Round trip 40 cents. Michigan City public schools reopen with about 2,000 pupils.
Twenty Logansport girls sign a petition protesting frugal local beaux who avoid spending on outings and gifts. They vow a boycott of stingy lovers, arguing men should support home enterprises and public improvements while maintaining economy.
Advertisements promote Black Hills excursion rates from Chicago via the Chicago and North Western Railway, urging readers to secure tickets and a booklet for 4 cents. The rest of the page parries with anecdotes on theatre children, Kruger’s gold fever, walking for health, a goat tax dispute, and a grim critique of the Grand Republic and Slocum disaster life gear.
Mrs. Julia Work, matron of Brightside Orphanage in Marshall County Indiana, champions old fashioned discipline and practical housekeeping for 320 children. Girls train as housewives and boys grow into disciplined, responsible men through supervised activities, mild punishment, and a strong emphasis on character.
Indications show no coal price increase for the month. A well known dealer predicts 8756 coal will be favored through winter, but the average dealer will barely break even at current coal prices. Consumers are not expected to react strongly.
Fifty six populists met in Indianapolis last week with Thomas Wadsworth of Davis County as chairman. The speakers made no reference to the small attendance, which hinted at the movement's collapse. The Indiana national platform was endorsed and nominations were made in the afternoon.
Elmer Ansley as Administrator de bonis non of James A. Reed, deceased, has filed his account for final settlement. The Laporte Circuit Court will examine the matter on September 26, 1904. Heirs and creditors must appear to show cause and prove heirship. Witnesses: Clerk and Seal of Laporte Circuit Court September 1, 1904. Carague? McClune, Clerk. Bye J Bielefeldt, Deputy.
An ad fragment promotes a “Kidney Cure” product described as a remedy for a bladder disorder. It lists the seller initials E T and suggests a sale or offer. No concrete claims or endorsements are provided.
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