Interstate commerce law tested by public opinion and trials
The piece critiques early interstate commerce law effects, noting higher freight and travel prices, limited tickets, and mixed impact on grain and merchandise. It recounts a Washington ticket example and reflects on whether the new law benefits the public, urging retention of the old competitive system if needed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Northwest
Pacific Coast
South
West
W. R. Morrison
Washington
Morrison
Congress
Dr King’s New Discovery Free Trial Offer
Limited time offer to test Dr King’s New Discovery for consumption, coughs and colds. People with coughs colds asthma bronchitis or lung-related issues are invited to call at L M Bosworth’s Drug Store for a trial bottle. large bottles priced at $1.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. King
L. M. Bosworth
Shiloh's Vitalizer Guarantee Tile Advertisement
For Dyspepsia and Liver Complaint. have a printed guarantee on every tile of Shiloh's Vitalizer. It never fails to cure. Sold by J. H. Pickett & Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shiloh
J. H. Pickett & Co
Geo. H. Thayer
Bourbon
Indiana
The Raquette in 55 by Professor Van Buren Denslow
Professor Van Buren Denslow of Chicago University pens a sprightly illustrated American Magazine piece about his Adirondacks adventures before the area became a popular camping spot. The article blends humor and observations on early travel and scenery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brooklyn
Rose Eytinge
United States Senate
Z. L. White
Washington
New York Tribune
Boston
William H. Ridemy
J. T. Trowbridge
General Grant
John Pr. Newman
van Buren Denslow
Chicago University
Adirondacks
Vapillon Catarrh Cure Promises Unique Relief
Advert shows Vapillon Clarke extract of flax as a catarrh remedy praised by eminent doctors and cured users. It claims effectiveness for catarrh hay fever rose cold and coryza. Sold by druggists for $1.00 prepaid on receipt of price.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Herbert Sperry
Tremont
Illinois
Clarke
Pillon Company
Chicago
Ill
L. M. Bosworth
Prom
Shikhs Vitalizer Offered as Cure by J I Pickett
Advertisement touts Shikh's Vitalizer as a positive cure for indigestion dizziness loss of appetite and yellow skin. Sold by J I Pickett and Co with claims of health benefits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. I. Pickett & Co
Griggs Glycerine Salve Advertises Skin Cure
An advertising blurb touts Griggs Glycerine Salve as a sure safe speedy cure for cuts bruises scalds burns wounds and skin eruptions including piles tetter and more. It claims satisfaction guaranteed or money refunded and notes a price of 25 cents sold by J. H. Pickett & Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Jones
Pickett & Co
Grigg
J. H. Pickett & Co. Y
Bit Bigelow
J. H. Pickett & Co
Bucklien
Palace Drug Store
Farmers Mutual Insurance links and saloon license comparisons
The text notes that many Iowa counties form a State Mutual and a Farmers State Tornado Association to provide cheaper, more secure insurance. It urges farmers to investigate and cites J. B. Herriman. Also compares saloon counts and licenses in Baltimore Philadelphia St Paul Indianapolis St Louis and Omaha, then promotes Chamberlain’s Colic Choler and Diarrhea remedy at H Westerman.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dubuque
Iowa
Lucius Fairchild
Jay
Union
Grant
Des Moines
Cleveland
United States
Farmers’ Mutual
Mutual
J. B. Herriman
West Union
Farmers’ Alliance
Court House
Nevada
D. M. Hayden
Baltimore
Philadelphia
St. Paul
Indianapolis
St. Louis
Omaha
Shilohs Catarrh Remedy and Kicking Rally Poem
A historical scolding verse touts Shilohs Catarrh Remedy as a cure while attacking local kickers. The poem warns of a coming day when protests are crushed and a booming city will sweep away opposition, promising punishment for dissenters.
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Kickers
Remarkable tale and varied ads from a small town paper
A Paterson resident praises Electric Bitters for curing kidney pain and lameness after years of suffering. Other items advertise a new nail design for moldings, Shiloh’s Cure for throat and lung diseases, and a plate from The American Magazine featuring Francis Parkman.
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Phoebe Chesley
Paterson
Clay ‘O
Iowa
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City Drug Store
Hiand
HK. Westerman & CO
Bingham 2 CO
Wheeling
Russell & Erwin
Bismarck
Burdett, Smith & Co
Worthington & Cooley's
Canton
the Intelligencer
Ames
Tuttle
J. L. Geddes
Department of Iowa
Cedar Rapids
Lowa
A. R
Soldiers and Sailors of the Union
Llowans
Con
Association of Exprisoners of War
Grand Army of the Republic
Sons of Veterans
Organization of Sons of Veterans
McHenry
Denison
Chicago Times
Lowa State Register
Grover Cleveland
Army
John M’elroy
Andersonville
National Tribune Publishing Co
Nashville
Triune
Lavergne
Rachel
Aunt Debby
Fortner
Rosy
Bragg
Debby
Nashville Pike
Bluecoats
Gineral Rosencrans
Rosencrans
Hit
Stone River
Breckinridge
Withers
Breckenridge
Cleburne
McCown
Sparrer
Hull
Ter-Morrer
Tue
Carroll
The
Herald
Sis
Polly Briggs
Ww. S. Bradley
Queens
Louie M. Bosworth
I Y Picines
Hamiltons& Co
Empire Mills
ST. Paul Mills
Loughran Machine CO
Loughran Machine Co’s
Haines
Idea — Co
Race St
Cincinnati
Ohio
Farmers’ Mutual Insurance
J. A. Pickett & Co
J. H. Picket & Co
Francis Parkman
F. P. Vinton
St Botolph Club
American Magazine
Brooklys Magazine
C. A Avenue
Cedar , Wife
Daugh- Rapids
Jou Pirm
Indiana Chemical Co
Crawfordsville
Croup
Pickett * Co
St. Patrick's Pills
H. Westerman
Scott
W. R. S. Connell, M
Manchester
Hackmetack
Goble
WM. Allen
Frank Stearns
Maxwell
Maxik
John H. Queal & Co
J. L. Bartletts
Corner Grocery
Boyd Building
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