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Newspaper
Westville Indicator
Location
Westville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 26, 1912
Page
4
A renowned Tennessee lawyer, deaf and short-tempered, argued in a young judge's courtroom. After a dispute during a motion, the judge fined him $10 for contempt. The lawyer asked what for and, hearing aid in place, said he would pay it as a just debt.
Mr. Goetz Coyne-Lord De Broke, newly married, is criticized for poor business sense while Mr. Dustin Stax is defended as having secured a favorable bargain in the deal.
Albert J. Beveridge recounts a corrupt Chicago boss claiming virtue while denying bribes for senate support. A millionaire tries to buy influence, offering money to rent the boss’s backing for a campaign, and the boss responds with mock civility.
Snipps claims managing a sail boat in high wind is simple for him while noting the average man would struggle. He adds a dig about the average man never handling a woman like Snipps’ wife, implying difficulty beyond sailing.
A patient with severe gastritis found relief by shifting from medicines to food. A gastroenterology specialist recommended gradual grape nut meals, leading to improved digestion, restored color, better memory, and stronger limbs after a year on the new diet.
Oscar Straus, first Jewish member of a U S cabinet, nominated for New York governor by the Progressive party. Born 1850 in Georgia, he studied at Columbia, practiced law, led legal and commercial firms, served as minister to Turkey, and held a role at The Hague arbitration court before his 1906 nomination.
Bramwell Booth elected general of the Salvation Army succeeds his late father. He oversees 75 000 officers in 55 countries and may tour key posts soon. Booth rose from sergeant to chief of staff and leads with business skill and deep sympathy for followers. His wife, Catherine Booth, assists in women’s social work.
The article notes the closing of the Sixty-second Congress marks the end of many notable careers. It highlights Joseph W. Bailey of Texas as a standout, elected at twenty six to the Fifty-second Congress, known for eloquence and tenacity, and his early insurgent stance on House rules that later influenced the body.
Mrs Potter Palmer has returned from Paris to Berlin where she studied galleries and museums under Dr Bode director of the Royal museums to prepare for Chicago society functions next winter. She aims to deepen artistic appreciation in Chicago society and consults authorities like Dr Bode and collectors such as J Pierpont Morgan.
A tale from Tit-Bits recalls a peasant marriage bought with sheep a yearling bullock and a mahogany chest. The bride chose the eldest daughter at the cottage doorway and the couple lived happily thereafter.
Effective and economical treatment using Cuticura Ointment applied gently and washed off after five minutes. Recommend daily use of Cuticura Soap for bathing to prevent inflammation and clogged pores. Sample products and a 32 page Skin Book offered via Cuticura Dept L Boston.
In a domestic exchange Peggy denies traveling abroad while another character recalls a father mentioning she was away, prompting confusion about her whereabouts.
A relative of the late Mrs Partington returns from a seventy day European tour and relays a remark about French pheasants singing mayonnaise. The piece ends with a closing quip about aging and worry.
Cure catarrh with Cole's Carboni salve advertised as a highly effective remedy. Available through druggists in 25 and 50 cent sizes.
A succinct biblical line notes that each day brings enough for its own needs and that future nights are beyond current concerns. The adage emphasizes present focus over anticipation of unknown events.
The steam er Obnoska sank after a collision with another steamer in fog on the Dwina river near St. Petersburg. About 150 aboard. only 35 passengers and crew survived as boats failed or wrecked and many passengers, largely peasants, struggled on deck awaiting debarkation. Boats from the other vessel rescued the few survivors.
Newton C. Dougherty, former head of Peoria city schools, faces fifteen indictments voted by the grand jury, including forgery. Bond set at 800 dollars per count. Lillian Adams helped compile indictments and reportedly had a dream that they were faulty.
Judge George Hutton of the Los Angeles superior court withdraws from re election due to health after the Darrow bribery trial. He will lead an American Archaeological Society expedition into New Mexico and Arizona to study ancient irrigation systems.
A large number of Americans in Foo Chow face danger as the city teeters on revolt led by the police chief who has defied the central government. Federal troops have arrived from Peking and foreigners are urged to seek safety in legations amid expected clashes with locals.
A traveling man in Cassady Times recounts finding a hair in honey at a hotel and a dispute with the landlord who quips about combed honey. The next day a hair appears in ice cream and then in an apple, with the landlord defending the shaved ice and noting the apples were Baldwins.
A Kansas farmer coerced a harvest laborer, drove him to the farm, and later claimed a distant town fifty miles away while planning to return him to town after a week. The drunkard later learned he was only a mile from town, revealing the deception in Edwards county.
An 19th century advertisement promotes Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup for children teething. It claims gum softening anti inflammatory effects pain relief and wind colic cure with a bottle serving.
A concise aphorism notes a gender based distinction in hairlines and headwear, suggesting natural hair patterns for women and commonly altered or styled hair for men.
Advert says Cole's Carboli salve stops itching and smooths skin. Sold by all druggists for 23 cents. An unrelated line notes some men love two women for their money.
Washington report notes the fate of Porter Charlton awaiting a ruling on his obligation to return to Italy for the murder of his wife. The Supreme Court will hear the case on October 14, marking the final step in the long legal battle.
Vienna reports that after ratifying the peace treaty draft by Turco-Italian commissioners in Geneva the Turkish cabinet decided to reject the terms. The move signals a setback for the Geneva settlement and broad Turkish insistence on revised conditions.
In Pensacola Florida on September 25 a bundle reportedly stolen from an express car on the Louisville Nashville line was recovered. The package containing fifty five thousand dollars was found at the back door of the First National Bank.
Navy Department dispatches from Corinto report all quiet near Granada Nicaragua and along the shores of Lake Nicaragua as of September 25.
Sufferers from female troubles report health improvements after using Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound. Letters from Mrs Henry Leiseburg and Mrs G B Whittington describe relief from weakness and misery after following the company’s directions. The Pinkham Medicine Co in Lynn Mass invites confidential letters for advice.
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