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Newspaper
Americus Times Recorder
Location
Americus, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1900
Page
3
An old patent medicine ad extols Chamberlains Diets for digestion and health, praising cures for indigestion and related ailments. It includes endorsements for Kodol Dyspepsia and other tonics, claiming rapid relief and rebuilding of stomach function, with testimonials and prices.
An old advertisement recounts Ira W. Kelley of Mansfield Pennsylvania returning to health after kidney trouble and pharmacy testimony. It promotes Foley's Kidney Cure and Minute Rough Cure for grippe cough bronchitis and pneumonia with claims of many lives saved. The note urges visiting Dodeon’s Pharmacy for purchase and further information.
LaFayette Horton faces a second trial for the fatal shooting of Thomas Bivins in Horton's home after a first trial produced a manslaughter verdict. Nearly sixty witnesses were sworn as testimony wrapped up. four speeches remain, with a verdict expected soon.
Hannibal Mo resident J E Lilly recounts a near death from typhoid that led to pneumonia. He credits Dr King's New Discovery with saving his life after a single bottle brought relief and a course of continued use restored health. Also notes trial bottle free at E J Eldridge's Drug Store.
An advertisement from Tuskegee Alabama promotes DeWitt’s Little Early Risers as a liver cleanser and a Witch Hazel Salve for wounds and skin diseases. The copy touts relief for teething pains and claims quick cures, mentioning Bayer poisoning and other injuries.
The Baptist Sunday schools report rising attendance with a special union picnic set for Friday. Students will ride a train to Bowen's mill with full prices listed for adults and youths. In other news, J W Gann and Georgia Cobb wed Sunday in Andersonville with a homecoming planned for friends. L G McKinney learns of his sister Mrs Jones death in Sparks Ga and travels to attend the funeral.
Tried and trusted for thirty years Tutt's Pills advertised as a blessing to invalids. Promoted as the sick man's friend for bilious headache dyspepsia sour stomach malaria constipation and all kindred diseases.
Early market report notes twenty small watermelons shipped from south Florida to Savannah bring 50 cents each. Americus crops lag three weeks behind peak. later seventy pound melons expected. Adverts promote Buckson’s Arnica Salve for skin ailments and a tonics claim for stomach issues. Various local notices and rentals follow.
Rev Dr D Z Sheffield president of North China college of the American Board of Foreign Missions spoke at First Congregational Church. He warned of Boxer danger in northern China, noting secret support by government and plans to suppress them with strong Chinese government action. Cossacks and Boxers clashed near Paoting Fu with sixteen killed and many wounded. several missionaries missing or endangered. Board of stewards of First Methodist to meet tonight.
An 1900s style advertisement touts B B B Botanic Blood Balm as a cure for numerous blood and skin conditions including eczema ulcers and rheumatism. It claims to drain poisons from blood, offers free trials, lists Atlanta as the base and cites testimonials and real estate and legal notices in the surrounding copy.
Kate Baldwin seeks free kindergarten entry as students aim to enroll in Miagtom area. This notice informs eligible families about enrollment opportunities and related procedures.
A mass meeting at First Baptist Church in Americus drew broad attendance and donations for starving Indians. Church women will canvass the city for cash subscriptions, with Mesdames Johnson, Farlow, Gatewood, Whitaker, Bacot, Arthur, Maynard, Hooper, Bronner, and Miss Sarah Cobb leading the effort.
Mr. G. H. Rittenberry who represented Marshall Division BL 5 of Americus at the national meeting in Milwaukee returned home last night with his young daughter Ethel. They traveled from Macon together and the little girl suffered a hip dislocation in an accident yesterday though the injury was not serious.
Owing to successful screenings, A. K. Hawkes I stays two more days in Americus June 5 and 6. People with vision problems may consult agent J. R. Hudson at the drug store for free examination. lenses and properly fitted frames available if glasses are needed. June 6 is the last day in Americus.
A 1898 Covington Georgia notice proclaims Hall's Great Discovery cures kidney and bladder trouble eases rheumatism and seminal weakness. Testimonial by HL Hoe asserts effectiveness, praising the remedy as superior to others despite partial, garbled phrasing.
The Holly Springs grounds reopen for the season with boating bathing chute and dancing pavilion plus free access to the grounds and pure spring water. Advertisements promote DeWitts Little Early Risers for liver health and a banker’s complaint about extractions. Local vendors listed for sales and medicines.
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