Letter from Nome Alaska Describes Prospecting Plans and Winter Preparations
Nome Alaska October 28. Dear Father and Mother the writer reports good provisioning wood and coal for winter two tons sold at 65 dollars per ton with expectation of 150 per ton for the rest storms hamper shipping mail service poor and two mails per winter prospecting plans and carpenter work with the government if possible references to Celence and the children and Thanksgiving wishes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nome
Alaska
Patch
Celence
St. Michael
Latest Novelties in Ebony and Silver at Bibbing
New items draw attention at Bibbing store showcasing ebony and silver wares. Designers highlight intricate inlays and polished finishes appealing to collectors and gift shoppers alike. Limited edition pieces promise exclusive styling for discerning customers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ebony
Silver
Bibbing
Moats Buys Top Poland China Hogs at Bedford Sale
H B Moats traveled to Bedford for O M Healy’s sale and bought four leading hogs. Among them were I X L Chief 92199, hailed as among the best males today, and Earths Best 22388 bred by R L Bebout. Added was Van Meter Chief from the Forest Grove herd, forming a premier trio.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H.B. Moats
Bedford
O. M. Healy
U. S
Moats
Villisca Review
Southern Railway Winter Tourist Tickets On Sale Now
Winter tourist tickets on sale October 15, 1900, to April 30, 1901. The Southern Railway promotes service to Florida, Georgia, Alabama, and the Carolinas via Louisville, Cincinnati, Chattanooga, or Birmingham. Includes vestibuled limited trains and various folders. Agents listed in Chicago, Cincinnati, Louisville.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Via
Southern Railway
The
Florida
Georgia
Alabama
Carolinas
Louisville
Cincinnati
Chattanooga
Birmingham
Great Trunk
Cusa
Porto Rico
J.C. Beam
Northwest
Dearbornet
Chicago
Ill
C. A. Baird
Neave Building
Ohio
A. Whedon
Fourth Avenue
Notice to Old Soldiers and Widows Meeting Dec 7
Notice invites veterans and widows to Squire Scott's office on December 7 at 2 p m to organize filing and securing government land for settlement. Filing blanks and declaratory statements available from Philip Jackson Squire Scott or A S Houck by request. All comrades urged to bring their discharge papers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Squire Scott
Philip Jackson
A. S. Houck
O.T
Carey Jones Climbs Auctioneer Ladder to Fame
Clearfield reports Carey Jones, son of veteran J West, has risen as a top stock auctioneer across several states and into Canada. He is slated to sell fine cattle for John Isaacs of Markham Ontario on December 18. Earlier, he suffered a lamp incident with wood alcohol causing facial burns but no eye injury and no lasting damage anticipated.
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Carey Jones
J. West
Davenport
Canada
John Isaacs
Markham
Ontario
Carey
Thankful note from post after Thanksgiving dinner
The Post thanks members for help arranging the Thanksgiving dinner at the G A R hall. Special appreciation goes to H A Greenlee and Babe Neff for delivering lunch to sick members of the W A C. Also thanks to Agent F P Bell for arranging free transport for a barrel of canned fruit to the Soldiers Home at Marshalltown. Jennie V. Kemper and Clara Wilkins were signatories.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Post
G. A. R. Hall
H. A. Greenlee
Babe” Neff
F. P. Bell
Marshalltown
Jennie V. Kemper
C. P
Clara Wilkins
Appreciation from Iowa Sappers Home to W R C 82
Jane V Kemper president of W R C No 82 Bedford IA thanks for gifts received on November 28. The note praises Iowa women veterans of the Civil War era and affirms loyalty to country and flag. Signed by B A Brenson Q M for Iowa Sappers Home.
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Iowa
Homry
Marshalltown
Jane V. Kemper
Bedford
Towa Soupiers
B. A,breson, Q.M
Bibbins Draws Pens in Stock for Fountain Enthusiasts
Bibbins offers a strong selection of fountain pens with attractive nibs and finishes for collectors and daily writers alike. The shop emphasizes quality inks, accessories, and reliable service for enthusiasts.
Grand Opera Excursion to Kansas City by Chicago Great Western
The Chicago Great Western Railway offers excursion tickets to Kansas City on December 10 and 11 1900 good to return December 12 at one and a third fare for the round trip. Enthusiasts of music may attend the grand opera event promising an enjoyable experience for all lovers of music.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grand Opera
Kansas City
Chicago Great Western
Youth's Companion previews 1901 volume stories
The Youth's Companion outlines plans for 1901 with groups of stories including Old Settlers Day Tales four Inland Seas tales and four True Tales from the Zoos. It invites subscribers to receive free sample copies, 52 weeks to January 1, 1902, and a new 1901 calendar from Boston.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Youth’s Companion
Companion
Great Lakes
Boston
Mass
Highway Established In Taylor County Iowa 1900
A Taylor County Iowa notice announces a highway to run one mile south from the north west corner of section 20 township 70 range 35, forty feet wide, with half on each side of the section line. The auditor reports in favor. Objections or damage claims must be filed by January 25, 1901. Mark M Minnion, Auditor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bedford
Iowa
Taylor County
Rathbone Lodge Postpones Officer Election
Inclement weather postponed last Friday night’s Rathbone lodge officer election to this Friday night. All members are earnestly requested to be present.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rathbone Lodge
Wood Wanted for Subscription Office Seeks More Loads
A local notice calls for additional wood deliveries on subscription. The office will accept stove length wood and cord wood, urging immediate bring in to supply ongoing needs as winter approaches.
Dr Dunlavy Notes New Residence Near Marble Shop
Dr H F Dunlavy requests patrons note his new address at the first door south of Col M Miller's marble shop. The message provides direction and locality for visitors or patients seeking his services.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. F. Dunlavy
Col. M. Miller
Thurness of Wills Creek Coal patient praises Foley's Kidney Cure
A. H. Worthergood of Buffalo Ohio reports chronic kidney and bladder trouble with gravel and stones. After using Foley's Kidney Cure he experiences rapid relief with brick dust stones passing and no kidney pain. He declares the remedy has done him worth $1000 of good and urges others to avoid substitutes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Worthergood
A. H
Thurness
Wills Creek Coal'Co
Buffalo
Foley
Remington &. Bailie
Morley’s Honey Pectoral Promises Thorough Cough Relief
An old advertisement touts Morley’s Honey Pectoral as identifying the throat or lung cause of coughing and healing inflamed surfaces. It claims to stop irritation loosen the cough and cure you with a free trial bottle offered at A. L Bibbins' and in a grey town.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ayer
F. Marion Miller
Camden
N.Y
Morley
Grey Town
A. L Bibbins
Chamberlains Cough Remedy praised for children
Mr R Gray of Amenia Duchess county NY endorses Chamberlains Cough Remedy as best medicine for croup in children. He says it cures and prevents attacks when given at first hoarseness or croupy cough. Sold by A L Bibbins.
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R. Gray
Amenia
Duchess County
N.Y
Chamberlain
A. L. Bibbins
Dr King’s New Discovery Endorsed by Dixie Witness
A Dixie Ky witness T L Martin testified he suffered nightly coughing until using Dr Kings New Discovery. He reports instant relief and four years of family use, praising it as the best remedy for coughs colds throat chest and lung troubles. The ad notes bottles priced 50c and 1.00 with a guarantee and free trial bottles at local drug stores.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. L. Martin
Dixie
A. L. Ribbins
H. B. Rhoads & Co’s
Best for the Bowels Campaign Teaser
An advertisement promises health through Cascarets Candy Cathartic with the claim of natural relief for a wide range of ailments from headaches to cancer. It highlights easy movements, a ten cent start, and notes the genuine product in metal boxes stamped C C C with a warning about imitations.
Woman's Peril Ends With Electric Bitters Cure
Mrs. I. B. Hunt of Lime Ridge Wisconsin faced a dire stomach illness and yellow jaundice as gall stones formed. After doctors failed, she used Electric Bitters and was cured. The remedy claims to aid stomach liver and kidney issues with improved appetite and digestion. Sold by local druggists A L Ribbins and H B Rhoads & Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
I. B. Hunt
Lime Ridge
Wis
A. L. Ribbins
H. B. Rhoads & Co
Hartwig's Lung Balsam Cough Cure Ad
An old advertisement promotes Hartwig's Lung Balsam as a cough cure. It touts pure linseed oil paint and blends with Hammar Paint, priced at $1.25 per gallon, emphasizing lasting wear and low cost.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hartwig
De-Witt's Witch Hazel Salve Ad Promises Quick Heal
An old advertisement touts De Witt's Witch Hazel Salve as a universal healer for burns eczema skin diseases and wounds and claims it cures piles. It warns buyers to avoid counterfeits and to obtain the original product from A. L. Bibbins.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
de- Witt
A. L. Bibbins
Man Could Benefit From Rocky Mountain Tea
A brief testimonial claims the average man should use Rocky Mountain Tea as a priceless boon. It promotes the product at 35 cents.
DeWitt’s Witch Hazel Salve Promoted For Piles Cure
A vintage advertisement touts DeWitt’s Witch Hazel Salve as the best known cure for piles. It warns readers to beware of counterfeit products and notes A. L. Bibbins as the distributor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
DeWitt
A. L. Bibbins
Rocky Mountain Tea Endorsed as Nectar for Strength
A quip urging readers to try Rocky Mountain Tea as a source of strength and cheer, claiming it offers the vitality and elation sought by those who have not yet enjoyed the Golden Nectar.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rocky Mountain
Madison Medicine Co
Raven food for poultry cure and winter laying claims
Raven food is advertised as a cure for chicken cholera roupe gapes and all poultry diseases. It purportedly improves bowels blood and digestive organs builds bone and muscle and increases egg laying in winter. Sold by J S Evans and Son in Bedford Iowa with a money back guarantee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Raven
J.S. Evans & Son
Bedford Ia
The Best Plaster Pain Balm Advertisement
A flannel pad dampened with Chamberlains Pain Balm tied to the affected area provides prompt relief for back side or chest pains and rheumatism. One application offers relief. Sold by A. L. Bibbins.
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A. L. Bibbins
Hoarseness Remedy Promises Voice Restoration
Benj Ingerson of Hutton Indiana states he spoke only in a whisper for months until Foley's Honey and Tar restored his voice. The remedy is popular with speakers and singers and is sold by Remington and Bailie with warning to take no substitute.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Benj. Ingerson
Hutton
Ind
Foley
Remington & Bailie
Nipping Grippe With Foley’s Honey and Tar Reminders
A cold cough or la grippe can be “nipped in the bud” with Foley's Honey and Tar. Cautions readers to beware of substitutes from Remington and Bailie.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Foley’s
Remington & Bailie
Witt’s Little Early Riser Prompts Promptness and Certainty
A brief advertisement or note by A. L. Bibbins touts Witt’s Little Early Riser pills. It emphasizes promptness, certainty, and efficacy as key selling points.
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Witt
A. L. Bibbins
Foley's Ho and Tar Leads in Merit Cures of the Day
Cold and cough cures are out but Foley's Ho and Tar leads others in merit. Remington and Ba
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Foley
Remington & Ba
DeWitts Little Risers Introduced by A L Bibbins
An old advertisement touts DeWitts Little Risers as easy to take liver remedy. A L Bibbins is named as the promoter in the brief and fragmentary text.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
DeWitt S
A. L.bibbins
Pneumonia remedy quote cited by Dr Bishop at Agnew
A brief quotation from Dr C J Bishop of Agnew endorses Foley's Honey and Tar for severe pneumonia cases noting good results. The source line, Remington and Bailie, appears as the publisher or supplier but no further details are provided.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. J. Bishop
Agnew
Foley
Remington & Bailie
Chamberlain's Ste and Liver Tablets Ad
An old advertising notice offers Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets to aid digestion and bowel movement. Priced at 25 cents with free samples at Bibbin's drug store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain’s Ste
Bibbin’s Drug Store
Ox Blood Tablets Parity Blood For Sale By A L Bi
Ox blood tablets advertised for sale by A L Bi claim parity blood benefits. Details are scant in readable text. No clear location or dates are provided.
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A. L Bibbins
A, L
Health Advice and Stool Tablets Endorsement
A fragmented ad-like passage urges daily movement for health to prevent disorders such as stomach issues biliousness and dyspepsia. It promotes Chamberlain's St and Liver Tablets as easy to take gentle remedies and notes availability through A. L. Bibbins.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain’s. St
Sal A. L. Bibbins
Ox Blood Tablets Health Blood Concentrate Drug
An item notes a concentrated preparation labeled Ox Blood Tablets, claiming it contains the active principles of bullock blood along with nerve and brain enhancing substances. The description emphasizes its supposed health producing properties.
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Bullock
Whitfield Co Presents Cough Remedy Claim
One Chicago druggist firm Whitfield & Co 240 Wabash Avenue recommends Chamberlain's Cough Remedy for la grippe cases. They assert it not only aids recovery but counteracts a tendency to pneumonia and is suitable for sale by A L Bibbins.
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Whitfield & Co
Wabas Nue
Chicago
Chamberlain’s .'C
A. L. Bibbins
To Cure Constipation Forever Take Cascarets Candy Cathartic
Inad units promote Cascarets Candy Cathartic as a cure for constipation with a money back guarantee. Drugstores offer refunds if relief is not achieved.
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Bibbins
Stories In the Youth’s Companion
Mark M. Minnion
B. J.C. Ayer
Lowell, Mass
Rathbone Sisters
Good Holiday Presents
C. W. Terpening
Sterling Remedy Co
Montreal
New York
EK. W. Grove
Ambrosia Mineral Salt Co
Halsey C. Ives
S&t. Louis Sondg:. OF Fine Arts
Louis, Mo
Croup
Dr. Fenner
J. H. _CRAIG
Ridgeway Lumber CO
C. S. McCloud
East Main Street
Bell Phone
Conway Phone
Sam Funton
Sterling Romedy Co
Sterling
Remedy Co
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