A. T. Stewart Portrayed as Unconventional Trade Giant
The New York special correspondent describes A. T. Stewart as uniquely educated for a trader, never in debt, and never seeking social or bankboard distinction. He lived simply, avoided signs, stayed private, and relied on shrewd judging of purchases, becoming renowned as the best buyer the world ever saw.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Cincinnati Gazette
A. T. Stewart
Stewart
America
E. D. Morgan
Commodore Vanderbilt
The Sermon Or Message And The Silver Bill
The article contrasts viewing a sermon as art versus divine message and discusses the Silver Bill legal tender changes. It notes silver coins replacing fractional currency, the 1873 coinage law, and legal tender limits. It adds crop prospects for summer and a cautionary parable about knowledge versus borrowed wisdom.
Revival Sermon Sparks Matrimony Question and Joy
A Chicago Tribune report describes a revival meeting where a clergyman cites Matthew 22 30 that in heaven there is no marriage. A man questions the claim and, hearing the answer, vows to lead a new life to reach heaven. His conversion is celebrated by married congregants as a joyous final note.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ruskin
Chicago Tribune
West Division
Barber Shop Miracle Ends With Escape From Shaving
A Morgan Street man entered a barber shop for a shave and fled when a peculiar scene unfolded. The barber, suspected of magical theatrics, locked the door while claiming a cure for disease with blood and razors. The customer escaped through a window with items in hand, vowing no payment and fearing for his throat health.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Morgan Street
Chicago Tribune
Castoria claims and Centaur Liniment advertised
A 19th century notice promotes Castoria as a safe remedy for children’s teething issues, worms, colic, and digestion. It also touts Centaur Liniment for humans and its white and yellow preparations for animals, with a date span from February 4 to May 4, 1876.
Remarkable Morris Syrup of Tar and Horehound Foreseen
Refer to that most remarkable com and Mr Morris Syrup of Tar Wild Sherry and Horehound for coughs colds and lung diseases. Sale in our community is enormous and imitators exist. Be sure to get genuine Morris Syrup and trial size is 10 cents. Pleasant Worm Syrup also offered by H K Dorr & Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Morris
Dr. Morris
Centaur Liniments Advertised With Free Trials
A vintage advertisement touts Centaur Liniment for rheumatism neuralgia and other ailments promising free trial battles before medical men. It boasts rapid sales growth and includes testimonial letters from Ada Hardin County Ohio Zanesville Newark touting relief and urging distribution.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Black
Ada, Hardin Co
Ohio
James Hurd
Zanesville
Alfred Tush
Newark
Express
Centaur Liniment Praised for Horse Ailments
A regional testimonial sample touts the Yellow Centaur Liniment as a cure for tough skin flesh and muscles in horses and animals. It claims to remedy spavin sweeney ring bone wind gall scratches and poll evil with rapid benefit and saves the cost of a farrier. A postmaster from Piqua Ohio endorses Centaur Liniments as unbeatable and a sure cure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. P. Hopkins
Piqua, O
Yelverton,qo
P.H. Hisey & Son
Jefferson, Mo
St. Louis
A. J. M’carty
J. B. Rose & Bro
Dey St
New York
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Dovastt
Temple of Wisdom
Colton
He Heppen
Bonser
Ireland
Chicago
Parker
H. K. Dorr & Co
Centaur
Samuel Pitcher
Hyannis
Mass
Castoria
J. B. Rose & Co
H. Carpenter
Orrice Atold
Street
L. Gorslene
M. D
Athens, Ohio
Washington Street
City Hall
Brown House
Iy W. Sparrow
Athens
Silvus
B. Frame, M. D
Norton's
K. Mett Tompkins
Welch
Oe & Jones
Chas. Townsend
E. J. Jones
First National Bank
Attorneys AT Law
Vn Reed Golden
J. Davison
State ST
Carpenter
Hotels
Elmer Golden
W. H. McMonigal
Court St
States Hotel
Columbus
L. Steenrod
M. B. Port
Detractive
Athens County
Hes
O'Blenness
No. 6
J & W. B. Brooks
Rich and High Streets
BANKS
E. H. Moore
James Ballard
Vic
T. A. Sheldon
Cashier
OF the
State Bank of Ohio
United States
Europe
Robert J. Clvers
Ander
F. Brugman & Son
Ann St
Post Office Hex
Mrs. Golden
Wateroni Township
Ber
James Neill
Marshfield
Saddlery
Ayrus
Court Street
Our
BUA
J. X. Elliott
G. W. Armsty
A. Elliott & Armstead
Larra Hieu Street
W.H. Hatch, Nel See Ohto
Carver Force Pus
Carver
W. M. Henry
H. K. Blackstone
T. A. Beaton
T. J. Herrold
W. B. Brooks
F. P. Graham
New Lexington
A. L. Roach &Son
Main Street
Theuilding
R. R
L. Hawk
Jos
Mayhugh
Marshfield, O
Abbott
Illustrated Christian Weekly
Nassau Street
the Messenger
Ride & Co
Broadway
ImeralTiSs, OU
Jewelry & Clocks
D. C. Cornwell
Perkins Drug Store
Arhens
Will G. Cooley
Pomer Pentist
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