G A R Column Highlights Veterans News and Obituaries
Isaac Kersey’s column notes Andrew Thomas visiting the Hugh H. Thomas funeral in Taylor, memorial day plans with Rev. Ware, and a tribute to comrade R. P. Smith. It covers Groundbreaking for National Memorial university, pension news for Vickery, and comments on Army reductions and Gen. Funston. Also reports deaths of Allen Rains and Comrade R. P. Smith with G A R post resolutions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Andrew Thomas
Stan
Platte County
Hugh H. Thomas
Taylor
Post No. 10
E N. Ware
Baptist Church
V’s
Memorial Hall
R. P. Smith
Fairview
Mason City
National Memorial University of the Sons of Veterans
Northern Building Company
Minneapolis
R. Vickery
Vickery
Sedgwick Post No
Dept. of Iowa
G. A. R. Post
Des Moines
Bluffs
Conger
Bedford Free Press Honored in Chicago Newspaper Union Feature
The Chicago Newspaper Union praised Bedford Free Press editor H. E. Mooers as a leading Missouri paper figure. Mooers, born January 11 1863 in Virginia, started in St. Joseph then bought Bedford Free Press, growing circulation and influence while guiding a csal family life with four children and a devoted wife.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago Newspaper Union
Beau Ideal Journal
Free Press
Ouwa
Taylor County
Bedford Free Press
H. E. Mooers
Mooers
Iown
Mr. Mooers
Charles City County
St. Joseph
Northwest Missouri Press Association
Mad Dog Bites Spark County Hydrophobia Fear
A series of mad dog incidents grips Taylor county as Graves near Iveyville is bitten by his own dog and treated with Healy's mad stone. Cattle deaths in Nodaway township show hydrophobia symptoms, with I. S. Bishop also losing a call from the same cause.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Graves
Iveyville
I. S. Bishop
Farm Loan Offer At Five Per Cent Until 1901
Property owners are invited to secure farm loans from $1,000 at five percent interest until June 1 1901. The offer is optional and requires no commission, promising inexpensive funding and favorable terms. B. V. Leonard promotes the opportunity for timely access to capital.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
B. V. Leonard
Finishing Up at the Free Press Amid Busy Production
The Free Press finishes its eighth week of peak activity with a large printer workforce producing books and catalogues and various other work. All projects are delivered on schedule, and the shop continues accepting orders to maintain the long-standing productive course.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Free Press
Union Pacific R.’ R. Co
R.R
West
The Omni Present Shirtwaist Fashion Rave
A lively ode extols the shirtwaist as modern urban attire, praising its bold colors and cool comfort. The piece mocks summer heat, connects style to youth, and invites Bedford’s progressive readers to notice the garment in street fashion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bedford
Biddin’s Burdock and Sarsaparilla Co. Blood Tonic Ad
An advertisement touts Biddin’s Burdock and Sarsaparilla blood tonic as one of the best on the market. It promises to clear up complexions and restore vitality, claiming it will make you feel like living.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Biddin’s Burdock and Sarsaparilla Co
We Don’t Do a Thing but Print
A terse fragment notes printers claim they will not perform any extra work. The line mentions two phones as part of the statement. It conveys a minimal-scope message about the printing process.
Hypnotism Craze Alarm at Lamoni School Children
Our Opinion warns that hypnotism has become a fad among Lamoni school children after local entertainments. It notes children study books and試 practice on each other. The piece argues hypnosis is seldom beneficial and can harm body and mind, urging authorities to prevent such shows.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lamoni
Lamoni Chronicle
Farm Loan Offer at 5 Percent Rate Until June 1 1901
A notice states that loans from $1,000 and up are available at a 5 percent annual interest rate with no commission, and the offer remains valid until June 1, 1901.
Kodol Dyspepsia Cure Promoted By A L Bibbins
A vintage advertisement asserts most people suffer indigestion and fullness after meals. It promotes Kodol Dyspepsia Cure claiming it digests food without stomach aid, suggesting it will do good. A L Bibbins is named as promoter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. L. Bibbins
Chamberlains Stomach and Liver Tablets Ad
Biliousness is a digestive disturbance with stomach debility liver torpor and bowel constipation. Pains dizziness coated tongue and vomiting occur. Chamberlains stomach and liver tablets allay disturbances, restore appetite, and tone the liver and bowels. For sale by A L Bibbins.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
A. L. Bibbins
Farm Loan Offer At Five Percent Interest
Until June 1, 1901, loans of one thousand dollars and up are offered at 5 percent annual interest with no commission. The advertisement invites readers to secure inexpensive money promptly, signed B V Leonard.
Dyspepsia Cure Proclaimed By Arkansas Reader
A North Creek Ark woman Mrs C O Roberts praises Kodol Dyspepsia Cure after twenty years of suffering. She reports relief from indigestion following one bottle and claims her health is improved beyond two decades. A L Bibbins signs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. O. Roberts
North Creek
Ark
A. L. Bibbins
DeWitts Witch Hazel Salve and Kidney Cure Advertised
Mr W J Baxter of North Brook NC says fifteen years of piles vanished after using DeWitts Witch Hazel Salve. Thomas Maple of Birbeck NL reports kidney troubles and back pain but one bottle of Foley’s Kidney Cure cured him. Remington and Bailie promote a motto urging wise action and Rocky Mountain Tea as a nightly aid.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. J. Baxter
North Brook
N. C
DeWitt
A. L. Bibbins
Thomas Maple
Birbeck, Nl
Foley
Remington & Bailie
DeWitt’s Witch Hazel Salve Promises Quick Pile Cure
Advertises DeWitt’s Witch Hazel Salve as a quick and positive cure for piles and warns to beware of counterfeit products. The claim emphasizes reliable results and urges customers to choose DeWitt’s.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
DeWitt
A. L. Bibbins
Foley’s Honey and Tar claims wide cure for consumption
An old advertisement extols Foley’s Honey and Tar as a truthful early stage remedy and soothing aid in severe cases with comfort and relief. It urges no substitutes and cites Remington & Bailie and Madison Medicine Co products like Rocky Mountain Tea for children, priced 35c.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Foley
Remington & Bailie
Nature's remedy claim for liver kidney and bladder cure
A compact ad from Ambrosia Mineral Salt Co of Cincinnati Ohio offers a mineral salt product claimed to cure liver kidney and bladder diseases for a price of 50 cents. The brief notice provides a box address and a simple promotional claim.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ambrosia Mineral Salt Co
Cincinnati
Ohio
DeWitt's Early Risers Digest Impurities Quick and Easy
A vintage patent medicine claim by A. L. Bibbins touts DeWitt's Little Early Risers as fast acting with no discomfort. The ad emphasizes easy administration and lack of griping.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
DeWitt
A. L. Bibbins
Sciatic Rheumatism Cured After Fourteen Years of Suffering
Josh Edgar of Germantown Cal says fourteen years of sciatic rheumatism ended after using Chamberlain's Pain Balm. He reports immediate relief and lasting cure. The remedy is for sale by A L Bibbins.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Josh Edgar
Germantown
Cal
Chamberlain
A. L. Bibbins
Facial eruptions cured by Rocky Mountain Tea claim
An advertisement asserts facial eruptions are cured only by absolute cleanliness inside and out and promotes Rocky Mountain Tea for the month. It also touts DeWitt's Little Risers as the premium remedy for constipation and liver complaints from A. L. Bibbins.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
DeWitt
A. L. Bibbins
Raven food advertised as cure for poultry diseases
An advertisement proclaims Raven food as a positive cure for chicken cholera roupe gapes and all poultry diseases. It claims regulation of bowels blood and digestion aids bone and muscle growth yields larger fowl increases winter egg production. Sold by J S Evans and Son Bedford Iowa with a dollar box money back if no cure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Raven
J. S. Evans & Son
Bedford Ia
One Minute Cough Cure Praises Saved Child From Croup
A. L. Operard of Chester Michigan recounts administer ing Three doses of One Minute Cough Cure to a child attacked by dangerous croup. The rapid relief allowed the girl to recover quickly, according to the testimonial.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. L. Operard
Chester
Mich
A.l.bibins
Ladies Favorite Morley Pills touted for bilious people
Morley’s Little Live Pills for bilious people are praised as the ladies favorite because they are small easily taken and effective. One dose. Sold A L Bibbins.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Morley
A. L. Bibbins
Old Soldier's Experience in Winchester Admits Cure
Civil War veteran M. M. Austin of Winchester Indiana writes that his wife suffered long illness despite doctors care until Dr King s New Life Pills cured her health. They always do Try them only 25c at A L Bibbins and H B Rhoads Co drug stores.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. M. Austin
Winchester
Ind
Stop the Cough and Cold Cure Promise in One Day
Laxative Bromo-Quinine Tab offers a cold remedy with a one day cure claim and a no pay policy for 25 cents. The ad notes a bold guarantee and price, typical of late 19th or early 20th century patent medicine advertising.
Arnold Reports Kidney Cure From Foley's Remedy
Mr F D Arnold of Arnold Iowa recounts three years of kidney trouble waking at night. Three bottles of Foley's Kidney Cure brought a complete cure and improved his health, prompting him to recommend it to friends. Remington and Bailie.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. D. Arnold
Arnold, Ia
Foley
Remington & Bailie
Fought for His Life and Survival by New Discovery
J T Weatherwax of Wyandotte Michigan recounts losing both father and sister to consumption and escaping a fatal pneumonia via Dr King s New Discovery. He credits months of use with restoring health and gain in weight. The remedy promises relief for coughs colds and lung trouble with bottles 50c and 1.00 at A L Ribbins drug store trial bottles free.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J.T. Weatherwax
Wyandotte
Mich
A. L. Ribbins
Banner Salve Cures Long Running Breast Sore
Henry R. Richards of Wilseyville New York says a persistent breast sore lasting over a year was relieved after using Banner Salve. He reports complete cure after using half a box and highly recommends the remedy from Remington and Bailie.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry R. Richards
Wilseyville
N. Y
Remington & Bailie
Wonder of Cherokee man cured by Electric Bitters
Mr C F Collier of Cherokee Iowa is described as cheerful erect and vigorous after suffering chronic kidney trouble that resisted medicines. He credits Electric Bitters with a complete recovery after three bottles. The ad touts cure of backache nervousness loss of appetite and kidney issues and notes availability at A L Bibbins' drug store for 50 cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. F. Collier
Cherokee
Iowa
A. L. Bibbins’ Drug Store
When Kidney Ailments Strike Health Returns with Foley Cure
If you are sick all over and unsure what ails you likely kidneys are out of order Foley's Kidney Cure offers health and energy. Remington and Bailie advertise this remedy in a concise line aimed at readers seeking relief from kidney problems.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Foley
Remington & Bailie
It Saved his Leg Bucklen’s Arnica Salve cures leg sore
It Saved his Leg. P A Danforth of LaGrange Ga suffered six months with a frightful running sore on his leg but Bucklen’s Arnica Salve wholly cured it in five days. For ulcers wounds piles it’s the best salve in the world. Cure guaranteed. Only 25c. Sold by H B Rhoads Co and A L Bibbins druggists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. Danforth
LaGrange
Bucklen
H. B. Rhoads,& Co
A. L. Bibbins
No Loss of Time Thresher Plugs Through With Remedy
A thresher reports no loss of time after using Chamberlain s cholera and diarrhoea remedy noting five bottles in one day. The remedy is recommended for home use and sold by A L Bib and Remington Bailie plus Miss Mamie Smith of Middlesboro Kentucky shares a testimonial about Foley s Honey and Tar relieving a child s croup and saving her life.
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Chamberlain
H. R. Phelps
Plymouth Oklahoma
A. L. Bibbins
Mamie Smith
Middlesboro, Ky
Ster
Foley
Remington & Bailie
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