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Newspaper
Atlantic Weekly Telegraph
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 05, 1896
Page
2
A 19th century call extols women's bravery in enduring womb related ailments. It promotes Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound as a cure credited with relief from falling of the womb, leucorrhea, painful menses, and related disorders, citing a Detroit testimonial of improved mobility and happiness.
A discussion of railroad expansion in the South sure to shape commerce and development as the Kansas City Pittsburg and Gulf line envisions a port Arthur route. The article outlines strategic aims, anticipated economic impact, and regional growth potential tied to the proposed corridor.
Polk county growth prospect invites homeseekers with new Kansas City Pittsburg Gulf line to complete August 15. region offers 8,000,000 acres for homesteads plus rich lands for farming fruit and minerals. Mena will be a rail division and commercial hub within months. Low rate excursions offered and free country literature available. Also promoting Swayne's Ointment and DeWitt's Colic and Cholera Cure for families.
Readable text shows a compact ad claim for a do it yourself mattress making method with no sewing or tacking. Mentions location H. 300 Franklin Grove and a time cue of 11. Likely an early 1900s classified or product notice.
The article reports preparations for William J. Bryan's Chicago visit on August 9 and 10 with local Democrats and Populists organizing an escort for his train. It notes Governor Altgeld advising a delayed campaign opening until after the Cook county convention.
Secretary Carlisle replies to F W Alsop on G L Greene circular. He foresees payments by checks continue but notes currency would move to silver basis, with private coinage and delivery to individuals. Government would not guarantee silver dollar value, risking depreciation under free coinage.
New York reports George Santo alias Sands Dr Clark and A J Johnson arraigned in Jersey City for counterfeiting U S coin in Troy Chicago Milwaukee. Accomplice Mary Knapp of Boston hid identity as Jane Doe after arrest. evidence strong. hearing not concluded.
A satirical excerpt mocks the free silver policy at 16 to 1, arguing for a six eggs per dozen standard to aid farmers and tariff collection. The piece cites Senator Tama Jim and Professor James Wilson, noting the broader newspaper praise and surrounding advertisements for medical cures and products in Atlantic.
Drs Macomber and Morse relocate their medical practice to a new office on East Fifth Street opposite the Congregational church in Atlantic Iowa effective July 14. Dr Morse continues eye and ear work, with glasses fitted for difficult cases and satisfied Cass County clients. Vic Emmert mentions DeWitt’s Little Early Risers as a quick cure for various ailments.
Vic Emmert endorses DeWitt’s Witch Hazel Salve as a swift remedy for drained systems, indolent ulcers, and open sores, claiming it best treats piles and related ailments.
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