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Newspaper
Ashtabula Telegraph
Location
Ashtabula, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1879
Page
2
A garbled 19th century letter discusses General Ewing, church tax disputes in Cheweland, and political figures like Garfield Kanes. It mentions Fortmer worthy wwosman, Grant, Waterman, and Jim Barkelales, reflecting debates over religion and governance, plus figures and events of the era.
The excerpt blends Civil War reminiscences with medical advertisements. It recalls hardships of seaborne campaigns and marches, praising officers who rose through ranks, and highlights the old Armory and Newbury Pair. It shifts to a long stream of patent remedies and tonics, touting Dr. Fenner's products, Parmelee's Great Bio Phrase, and Hamilton's German Bitters, with endorsements from local merchants.
Sellees Livi Pills claim stronger effect in one year than rival medicines and feature Dr Lindsey praised for cures. Blood Searcher advertised as a remedy with speedy cathartic action. Sold by druggists and physicians use Kidney-Wort in practice. Also promoting remedies for cough chest and lame back with Schlich’s Plaster.
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