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Newspaper
Bloomfield Democrat
Location
Bloomfield, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 11, 1900
Page
5
A divorce was granted in Madison last week in twelve minutes after filing, a speed record that eclipses Oklahoma’s earlier fast cases. The case highlights rapid judicial proceedings and sets a notable benchmark for swift divorce rulings.
A literary line reflecting on envy and universal longing, suggesting that no woman truly believes others’ lives are better. It provocatively asks to see such a person’s hair color to prove the point.
Oscar W. Saryer is seen as the strongest candidate among several contenders for the Republican nomination for Congress. The article notes he is the most probable nominee amid multiple hopefuls.
The Senate committee votes four to three to report against Quay. Senator Burrows is the sole Republican on the panel opposing Quay. The text notes there are occasional honest Republican senators.
A New York woman obtained judgment for 15000 dollars last week against another woman for alienating her husband’s affections. The case highlights the value placed on marital ties and the damages awarded in such disputes.
The Democrat likely will not be asked for the site, but Chicago is the first choice if consulted with Cincinnati as second. Hon J G Shanklin of Evansville Indiana has cast Indiana’s one vote for location and has not stated his intended action.
Bloomfield emerges as the ideal central site for both Democratic and Republican congressional conventions. Officials say its central location accessible transport and ready facilities promise ample hotel capacity, urging parties to proceed with plans promptly.
The piece notes frequent cabinet changes under President McKinley with three secretaries of state two interior secretaries two war secretaries two attorneys general and two postmasters general. It argues such shifts have left Republicans unable to name cabinet members.
Bloomfield residents argue for rural delivery as the town expands. They note good roads and the intelligence of local farmers, saying daily mail to farms would be welcomed and practical for the surrounding area.
An Indianapolis News column blasts a northern prison director for buying a carriage and horses for 1100, purchased from a director. It argues county farmers fund this luxury and questions why the state should provide such costly turnout for the warden. The piece notes the column’s campaign stance against lavish spending.
Monday January 8 marked the eighty fifth anniversary of the battle of New Orleans and Andrew Jacksons rise in politics. The tribute praised his honesty courage and common sense and urged others to bear burdens bravely as did Jackson the seventh president of the United States.
Coronel Bryan told traveling men in Lincoln that the Chicago platform would be reaffirmed and that the late elections killed efforts to modify it. He warned the GOP now backs the gold standard under the National Bank act and aims to eject greenbacks from circulation. He said Democrats push for bi metalism and greenbacks against bank notes and criticized trusts and imperialism while urging opposition to private monopolies.
A new ruling from the pension department allows all soldiers over sixty five to receive a pension. Claimants aged seventy five or older must be wholly disabled for manual labor. if proven, they receive at least the minimum rate under the act. A declaration of age suffices, but full proof of age is required.
An ad touts Dr. King's New Life Pills as a stomach and liver remedy that restores appetite improves digestion and straightens bodily habits. Sold for 25 cents at J. B. Stalcup's drug store.
A weekly Greensboro area report covers sick lists and visitors at Allen Chapel and nearby families. Mentions travel to Bloomfield, corn husking, tunnel work in Owensburg, and social visits to Elizabeth Shertzer and others. A letter-tied testimonial promotes Dr King King New Discovery for consumption with trial bottles offered.
An advertisement claims Hall's Catarrh Cure cures catarrh at all disease stages by acting on blood and mucous surfaces. It promises $100 if it fails to cure and invites testimonials. F. J. Cheney & Co of Toledo Ohio markets the product, with Hall's family pills also endorsed.
Emmet Dyer attended church in Newark Sunday. T.8. Smith visited Worthington last Wednesday. Stella Long visited her sister in Owen county over Sunday. Miss Ola Dean spent Sunday with home folks. Dr. J. B. George of Newark was in Vilas Friday evening. Mrs. Amanda Harred has two sick children. Protracted meeting at New Hope Sunday night with Pastor J. Brewer. Emmet Dyer returns home from Farmers where he clerks for Will Haxton. Will Dyer of Switz City visited friends here last week. Alfred Neil and wife and Aunt Elizabeth Thacker visited Miller and family at Newark Saturday and Sunday.
Henry Shields has been ill this week. Neighbors helped Henry Coster with wood chopping. Jimmie and Mrs McCormick visited Rev W J Ellis. Uncle Billy Holtsclaw of Ridgeport visited his son Jasper. Mrs B Lindsey visited her daughter Mrs Ed Crane. Mrs Lena Johnson visited her brother George Jenkin at Lant Center township. Robert Thompson of Bloomington with a map agent passed through town. Odis and Mrs Jenkin returned home after visiting relatives. Frank Yoho Ed Crane Walter Alexander Hugh Bullock and Mann Bullock attended K of P lodge at Newark. Warner’s White Wine of Tar Syrup advertised as a cure. John Wesley Whaley and family visited W Ellis and family.
If you are subject to cold the best step is to keep your system in open and perfect condition. Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin is pleasant to take and a highly effective stomach remedy. Trial sizes 10c, large sizes 50c and 1 At Geo I Cravens druggist. Jan
Lizzie Baker visited Newark on Saturday. John Bruner called on John McHaley Sunday. Clara McHaley and Annie Ferguson attended Frank Hanson’s Monday. Guss Britton and Luther Fry were seen with their friends Sunday evening. The Young folks enjoyed a party at Mrs Frame’s Saturday night. George Kindred and Theodore Ferguson bought cattle from Fred Jessup last Saturday.
Simon Asncroft puts up ice Ed Smith of Bloomfield hauls logs for Vansycl Co George Hord of Hord IL visited town Sunday Several townsfolk attended Uncle Tom's Cabin in Bloomfield Jan 3 Simon Reed returns west of the river Pastor Ashcraft holds meetings at Owensburg Disappointed by missed Sunday night gathering Nearby residents expect the snow to fade and stock feed remains scarce.
Martin manager of Pierson drug store reports strong sales of Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy. Five bottles sold to a customer, praised for quick relief from cough and sore throat. In the grippe era the remedy is credited with rapid action and customer satisfaction. Forsale by George E. Craven. Jan.
Dora Condor visits at home while Chas Wonders travels on business to Bloomfield. Duncan Bros go to the hills for work. Ollie Owen and James Rampley spend holidays at Sandborn. Theodore Bridwell and wife visit J Hatfield near Lyons. Albert Mount helps with spring farm work. A constable rides through on business. Mrs Mail returns from Terre Haute visiting stepson S Mail. School resumes with regular attendance. Wannie Beck, two years seven months, died Friday and was buried at Worthington cemetery.
An advertisement suggests using a pleasant stomach and bowel remedy to cleanse the system and speed recovery from a cold. It promotes Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin for sale by Geo E Cravens Druggist with prices 10c cc and 1.00. January.
Lloyd Wright and family were at A. J. Dickey's Saturday. Hostetler hauled corn from Newberry one day last week. Morton Dobbins and Harve Miller are hauling logs this week. Samuel Martindale was visiting relatives on Taylor Ridge Saturday. Odes Wright and Virgil Page passed through this place Tuesday. Richard Baird and Obe King were having blacksmith work done here Friday.
Dr D B Cargile of Washita Indian Territory testifies that four bottles of Electric Bitters cured Mrs Brewer of scrofula with years of suffering and terrible head and face sores. The letter claims it purifies blood and treats eczema, tetter, ulcers, boils, and running sores, while boosting liver kidneys and digestion. Sold by J B Stalcup for 50 cents with guarantee.
C. E. Cook of Greenville Illinois declares years of biliousness headaches sour stomach and constipation improved after using Syrup Pepsin. He urges others with similar complaints to try it. Sold by Geo Ei Cravens Druggist. jan
Mrs. Jake Kindred was at Newark Monday. Mrs. Mick McDaniel is not better at this writing. John Watkins a Beech Creek township citizen was at Calvertville on business. Robert Minks, a clever young man, is liked by all who know him. Jake McDaniel, a good looking young man, attended the taffy party at Jip Gaston's last Monday night.
Zeb Rush was seen on the Owensburg streets Monday as Miss Bertha Neil visited Bedford last week. Rev. Wood's daughter from Waverly paid a visit here. Nora Porter and Flora Toman joined Mable Williams for dinner.
Warner's White Wine of Tar Syrup advertised as the best cough remedy on earth with price points listed as 25 and 50 cents.
Renick Hamilton of West Jefferson Ohio after eight months with a rectal fistula was told by doctors he would die without costly surgery. He treated himself with five boxes of Bucklen's Arnica Salve, claimed to be a universal pile cure. Priced 25 cents per box at J B Stalcup Druggist.
A Owensburg report to the Indianapolis Press details the Bedford Bloomfield and Switz City Monon division standstill caused by a cavernous tunnel. The 1100 foot tunnel’s soapstone walls decay, timbers fail, and repeated cave-ins force abandonment or rerouting adding two miles to the line. The piece notes the line’s history from 1877, the shift from narrow gauge to broad gauge, and the dramatic grades and curves along the route between Switz City Bedford and Owensburg. It highlights the line’s bold but costly engineering flaws and ongoing disruptions for passengers and towns along the corridor.
Worthington Tuesday The Bloomfield Democrat informs Congressman Miers Greene County will present a candidate to the convention If Miers secures the nomination it will come after a fight The paper argues third termism hurts Republicans and Democrats alike urging consistency and for Miers to stay at home
George E Cravens offers a full refund after two thirds of the bottle is used if customers are not satisfied The ad touts Chamberlains Cough Remedy as best for la grippe coughs colds and whooping cough It claims safety pleasantness and prevention of colds from developing pneumonia and related complications
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