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Newspaper
Bedford Weekly Mail
Location
Bedford, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 09, 1900
Page
4
An 19th century advertisement lists Dr. Humphreys remedies addressing numerous ailments from fever and worm fever to teething colic and headaches. It promotes the manual of diseases, available at druggists or by mail, with pricing and ordering details. The notice names William and John Streets as addresses for the company.
W D Ritter recalls the making and turning of flat boats once common on the river. He describes long, backbreaking work from felling a 500 year tree to shaping gunnels, hauling to the boat yard, turning the hull, and setting the captain’s bridge. The piece notes hard drink and rough humor among workers and compares the captain to a Manila Dewey.
Editor Higgins reports long struggle with piles eased by Bucklen's Arnica Salve after trying doctors and remedies. He cites two boxes as complete cure and endorses the salve as the surest pile cure with a 25 cent price and Messick & Dodd as sellers.
The assassination of William Goebel, a recent Kentucky gubernatorial candidate, is reported with emphasis on the brutal act and its aftermath. Goebel died or lay dying amid his allies as the widow of the slain man deteriorates in an insane hospital, while readers hear a stark note on justice and vengeance.
The Lafayette Memorial Commission offers 50000 Lafayette Dollars to the public through city banks and the local bank. Over half is already sold as 15000 coins remain for distribution in the United States and 10000 to Paris, priced at 2 dollars with proceeds supporting the monument fund. Hon. Edwin A. Potter, treasurer, oversees distribution at American Trust and Savings Bank, Chicago.
B S Epwards reports using Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy in 1896 after a bad cold settled on his lungs. Three bottles restored his health, with Elliott’s Drug Store selling the remedy. The second item is a temperance pledge letter by James Small urging Bedford saloon owners to refrain from liquor to aid Joe Ketchem.
John Oliver of Philadelphia recounts a near death from illness cured by Elecuir Bitters after three weeks of use. The ad claims life saving relief for 50 cents at Messick and Dodd's Drug Store. Also notes theatre hat etiquette with jokes about baldness and false hair.
Dr. Frank Tourner, secretary of the County Board of Health, and Dr. Robert Rogers, secretary of the City Board, return from Salt Creek township and declare the prevailing illness there to be chickenpox, not smallpox as feared.
An advertisement argues that age alone does not imply sickness and touts S. S. S. as a blood purifier to strengthen the elderly. It claims the remedy cleanses waste, renews vitality, boosts appetite, and improves health, citing testimonials from Mrs. Sarah Pike of South Boston and Mr. J. W. Loving of Colquitt, Georgia.
Ss S.S. FOR THE BLOOD is advertised as a guaranteed, chemical free tonic made from roots and herbs. It claims to cure severe blood disorders including Scrofula Cancer Eczema Rheumatism and chronic ulcers with free books offered by Swift Specific Co Atlanta Ga.
City Council met Tuesday night with Mayor Johnson presiding. Present were Mc Kinley Unkel Rowland Johnson and Buchanan. Dodd was absent ill. Bills were approved and a jail cage for women referred to the Police Board. Waterworks reported January totals 717.62 with 875.84 expenditures leaving 351.98 balance. Treasurer’s report shows current and delinquent taxes, street improvements, and waterworks receipts totaling 1590.14 with balance 1441.31.
Wm. Bivins joins Belt Shops and Charley Batterton finds work with S I Ry at Linton. Southern Indiana prepares to handle express to and from Linton while plans to run trains into Terre Haute within 90 days unfold. Officials describe coal car upgrades and new passenger station openings as labor resumes in Montgomery and Irene.
George and Henry Weavers pass through near Leesville enroute to Greasy Creek. William Greene of Sparksville dies of congestion at Montcloy in Mexico. remains to be entered at Dixon Cemetery. Dr. M V Wilson treats Mrs. Nancy Trueblood. Wilson injured last week in cart accident. Miss Daisy Plummer improves. Mr. and Mrs. Plummer thank neighbors for aid during illness. Livestock accidents cited. Dr J H McLean's Volcanic Oil Liniment promoted as farmer’s remedy, sold by Messick & Dodd.
The column reports illnesses including Sampsor Beaver with measles and Frank Whitted on the sick list. It records travel and visits by J B Flynn, Rev Ash, Thornt Waskom, and others. Locals discuss a new store and post office, and women pursue carpet rag cutting as a winter pastime.
When exposure or early cold symptoms appear, take Foley's Honey and Tar once. It is advertised to stop a cold if taken promptly with no alternatives recommended. W. Cc. Elliott endorses the product.
WEDDLESVILLE reports that Bible school was postponed due to bad weather. D. McHargue and family visited nearby. D P Hinderlicher lost about 150 dollars of river bottom hay burned by children. Chas Holmes of Elwood died from scalding in boiler cleaning incident. remains sent to Medora. Julius Hobson’s house burned last week due to defective flue. subscription papers circulate.
Monday James Gillen bought two mules from W. P. Holland for 2.50. The primary election was held Saturday. A quiet wedding occurred Sunday at Eld Elisha Lee's with Miss Amanda Bennett and Ishmael T. Lee officiating. Vincent Williams, born in the township, visits from Iowa after 28 years away. Robert Lutes death reported from Washington county, formerly of this place.
Annie E Springer of Philadelphia reports Dr Kings New Discovery cured her persistent cough. The item notes other health data from theState Board of Health for the quarter ending January 1, 1900, including diphtheria and typhoid figures, births and marriages, and a smallpox note.
Prominent Guthrie township figure Jack Hayes was in the city on Wednesday. The note references Banner Salve and its claimed merit in curing piles, with a guarantee by W C Hilcott.
Last night in Odon Webster Huff was shot in the breast during a free for all over a card game in Benjamin Border's saloon. A 38 caliber revolver caused the wound which may prove fatal. Huff is brother of J M Huff former Indiana Representative. Borders is accused of the shooting.
The piece critiques a proposed Kentucky compromise as a one sided surrender. It argues Governor Taylor was elected by the people and certified by the State Board of Election Commissioners, and that the legislature and de facto actions have been irregular.
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