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Newspaper
Bedford Weekly Mail
Location
Bedford, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 19, 1900
Page
4
Fragmentary OCR shows a list of ailments and remedies for a historic medicine, mentioning fevers, coughs, diarrhea, neuralgia, headaches, rheumatic pains, chills, kidney issues, and urinary disorders. The legible portion hints at cures and supportive symptoms but lacks coherent context or verifiable details.
A La Porte Indiana electric light and power firm uses exhaust steam to heat water circulating to 20 percent of local business and dwelling houses. The system may expand to Bedford and other towns to keep stores warm without attendants. Chamberlain's Cough Remedy is touted as a sure cure for croup and is sold at Elliott's drug store.
Mrs. Mary Cuddah, about 25, died after a coal oil explosion in Limestone following a failed attempt to revive a fire. Her clothing burned, she ran across the street in flames, and was saved briefly by neighbors before dying about three hours later. Funeral held at Green Hill Cemetery. Also notes on Indiana National Guard strength and a testimonial for Chamberlain's Pain Balm.
William T Noe receives a letter from his brother Edgar Noe in the 4th U S Heavy Artillery at Fort Hunt Virginia. Edgar expresses appreciation for service but notes that skill and knowledge are needed to become an expert gunner.
Uncle Harrison Blackwell and wife are both very sick. Uncle John Tolliver suffered a stroke and remains speechless with doubtful recovery. Sam Gray bage still in town after losing two fingers in B&O yards but able to be out. Reuben Scott active among supporters Saturday. Litvia Adamson in town shaking hands and poised for a big Marion township vote. City considers pumping apparatus for electric light plant as mineral water harms boilers. Wilson Hawi and Grace Houffstetter married January 19 in Orleans. Mrs Mary J Wood, Anselm’s stepmother, dies aged 79. funeral held, M E church. G A R elects officers. next installation day set. Matthew Cleveland, 93, dies at Burnett home. funeral in Orangeville Bethel yard.
A mix of health ad copy and a Washington Circuit Court case spans health remedies and a drinking tragedy. The article notes Electric Bitters claims for skin and nerves and describes a saloon damages suit over a bee sting and fatal whisky purchase. It mentions Chamberlain's Cough Remedy and a trial in Salem Indiana with many witnesses.
Obituary tribute for Harry E Hodges born January 15 1871 in Orange County Indiana died January 6 1900 at his brother’s home in Bedford after a December 14 horse accident near Limestone road. He married Jennie Teague in 1894 and had a son Paul. Survived by parents four brothers five sisters and his wife and son. Funeral held at parental home near Bedford with burial at Leatherwood. Reverend James Small assisted by the writer J Williams.
Mr and Mrs Hodges express gratitude to friends for kindness during their great affliction. J W.
Manager Martin of Pier son drug store reports a strong run for Chamberlain's Cough Remedy. He notes buyers purchase five bottles for every other medicine, praising quick relief from cough sore throat and lung irritation amid la grippe concerns, with expanding sales and satisfied customers.
Jonathan Dodds travels to Bedford on a business trip while Mrs. David Cummings suffers a fever with slim hopes of recovery. Dan H. George may open a general merchandise store here, and John P. Branaman sells two mowers to local buyers.
A Champaign resident reports relief from a year long cough after using Foley’s Honey and Tar. Separately in Stinesville Indiana farmers report an epidemic among hogs with many deaths as hogs suddenly stop eating drink water scratch persistently and die despite remedies.
Bucklen's Arnica Salve promises quick relief for skin eruptions and sores including ulcers boils felons corns and warts. It claims to drive out pains and aches and is sold by Messick & Dodd Druggist. Also cautions against pneumonia and croup urging timely Foley's Honey and Tar for infants.
A fire at the home of Samuel Mitchell in Dark Hollow, caused by a defective flue, engulfed the quarryman’s house Saturday afternoon, destroying the structure and contents. The family, alerted as the room neared collapse, escaped with difficulty. Mrs Mitchell helped children out as one of the youngest narrowly survived. The home, owned by Consolidated Stone Co, lost all furnishings and $35 in cash.
Advertisements tout Dr King’s New Life Pills as a gentle remedy for headache and constipation, priced at 25 cents at Messick and Dodd’s Drugstore. The notice also promotes Foley’s Honey and Tar for throat and lung ailments with a satisfaction guarantee.
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