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Newspaper
Bloomfield Democrat
Location
Bloomfield, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1900
Page
3
A collage of advertisements and notices lists home laundry services Hindman coal for cash Eveleigh wallpaper stock and discount sales from J B Stalcup, Moss & Son groceries, and local trades. It also mentions court adjournments, railroad fence work, abstracts by M J Timmons, Rev A Martin lectures, and census questions on age race birth conjugal condition education and home ownership.
Readers saw quotes on farm product quantities wool purchases and strawberries for sale. Bird interest included Eveleleigh paints prices lace curtains laundry work and a lecture by Rev. A Martin on June 4 at the Christian church with a noted itinerant preacher sermon.
The Linton Trotting and Racing Association will stage a two day meet on July 4 and 5 1900 with 1800 in purses. The finest driving park in Southern Indiana hosts this event. For entries write Ben F Sherwoop Secy Linton Ind. Calvin Weeks formerly of this county is practicing law at Newton Ill and is doing well. He married the daughter of a rich Chicago German who summers on a farm. He served in the Cuban war in a company whose captain later became his law partner.
Monday afternoon Harley Hostettler of Hasler Bros. Hardware was struck in the eye by a flying wire while cutting screen cloth. A strand pierced the ball of the right eye near the pupil causing a painful wound. he is expected to keep a sore eye for some time but likely will not lose sight.
J W Linon of Pogk West Virginia says he suffered severe flux and used Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy. A few doses effected a permanent cure and he urges others to try it for the dreadful disease.
Local merchants advertise wall paper paints and window shades with reduced prices at Eveleighs and J B Starcup. Clay City beat Lin ton 15 to 3 in a Sunday game. W B Maddock recover after grip. Chris Kindle posted 2 17 at Switz City barn. Star Cash grocery moves to Linton. Greene County Republican to be launched next month by stock company.
The snippet extols the joy of life and suggests the product Rocky Mountain Tea as a pleasurable addition, advised by a druggist for readers to consider.
The S. I. track reaches Spring Hill Junction where crossing materials will be installed upon arrival. Crews then plan rapid track laying toward Terre Haute to complete the line.
The Monon sold 163 tickets for the Louisville trip from Bedford on Sunday morning. One hundred fifty five tickets came from B. and B. and total excursionists reaching Louisville were 1138 in 16 coaches. Returning trains saw much rowdyism and several fights spoiling the trip and deterring better class passengers.
Allen's Foot-Ease relieves smarting swelling and sweating feet and bunions. It makes shoes feel easier and offers a trial package for free. Sold by druggists and shoe stores, or by mail for 25 cents in stamps. Allen Olmsted, LeRoy, New York.
Word arrived Tuesday of the sudden death of Mrs May Haig wife of Dr John Haig of LeRoy Illinois from appendicitis She was 41 on Monday She was sister of L S Forbes of this town and daughter of the late Rev Lealdes Forbes who died in the same house four years ago Wednesday Funeral arrangements not announced Mrs Haig and L S Forbes left Wednesday morning for LeRoy
Low rate non transfer round trip tickets to Chicago offered for Methodist Episcopal Church Conference in May. Travel available May 1 2 7 14 and 21 with return no later than June 1. Tickets issued by Pennsylvania Lines.
Notice states letters remaining unclaimed will be sent to the Dead Letter Office on June 4 unless claimed. The missive directs to mark as advertised when calling for the mail.
A young man named Charlie Utterback emerged from the Klondike restaurant late Thursday with a face that bore injuries from a heavy blow. Authorities and witnesses provided few further details as the incident prompted concern.
A man from Oklahoma ordered a lunch and refused to pay the full bill, threatening Frank Warnick with a lickin. Warnick stood firm, and during the confrontation Utter backed off as Warnick held his arm out, eventually causing Utter to strike his own hand, leading to a broken knuckle for Warnick who paid the bill.
Rev A Martin leads meetings at Newberry while Bloomfield residents plan to attend Sunday. Memorial service set for Mineral Sunday at 2 30 PM with Sermon by H H Allen. Christian church convention closed at Valparaiso with secretary report noting a 2300 year increase. Elder W R Covert preaches Tulip and Walnut Grove cemetry memorials and plans union meeting in the Opera House for a Spiritualism lecture series.
North Manchester Indiana hosts the German Baptists annual meeting from May 29 to June 8. Excursion tickets to the event sell from nearby Pennsylvania Lines stations May 31 to June 8 and from farther stations May 29 to June 4. Return tickets accepted until June 10 with possible extension to July 5 upon ticket deposit and fifty cent fee to the Joint Agent of Central Passenger Association by June 9.
The G A R S of V and all old soldiers are asked to meet in the court house corridor Sunday at 10 o clock and march to the M E church for a memorial sermon. Decoration Day activities include a 1 30 p m post room meeting and public services in court rooms at 8 o clock p m with Prof W Brown delivering the oration.
Advertisement from Hendren and Slinker Bloomfield Indiana offering 5 to 54 percent interest per year for five to ten years on improved terms. Creditors may pay $100 or multiples on payment days. Commission described as reasonable and money obtainable within four days.
On a Wednesday night burglars entered the residence of T. M. Ryan and stole a pair of pants belonging to Wl Ryan. The pockets held loose change and the pants along with a bundle of keys were found on the front porch.
Wednesday morning Avery Griffith and Mrs. Minerva J. Smith left for Indianapolis to attend an encampment and visit the city. They were unexpectedly married in a ceremony conducted by Rev. L. S. Knotts, a former Bloomfield M. E. pastor. Griffith is a respected local figure and his wife is likewise esteemed.
The Democrat offers best wishes to Mr Griffith and Mrs Griffith and hopes they may live long and prosper.
Citizens gather despite bad weather to push a drilling venture at the auditor's office. A subscrip tion drive is organized with a ten dollar stock price and committees assigned to solicit funds. A second meeting in court reaffirms support for sinking a well and plans to complete organization next Friday. Elder W R Covert discusses geology and oil belts while inviting farmers and townsfolk to attend the free lecture at the court house.
The article notes new entrants Miss Hawk Solsberry Miss Grace Glover Newberry Miss Cora Faucett Newberry and Miss Alta Terrell Terre Haute visiting the normal. Enrollment stands at 104 as Prof. Brown and Prof. Hubbard lead a lively teaching staff with a strong literacy and history program. The Literary Society meets weekly and all are invited to attend as the term advances. Education is life and students are urged to make the most of the normal’s opportunities.
A long dry spring ends with a heavy rain last Friday. Rain began Friday morning and continued steadily for hours, then poured from seven to nine in the evening. The downpour flooded streets and washed some culverts, soaking the ground for the first time in months.
The article notes rain arriving after damage has occurred with most nuts killed by the heavy breath. Wheat yields are not promising in this region, but the delayed rain brings some relief by preventing further drought complaints.
The Seashore Mountain and Lake Resorts are the top summer pleasures, easily reached via Pennsylvania Lines. Agents offer full information on rates train service and through car comforts. They help plan vacations and provide free guidance to arrange trips. Apply to the nearest Pennsylvania Lines agent. July 1.
The Census instructs residents to count people at their residence during June while many away may risk omission. Absentees should inform their district supervisor and leave a written memorandum with a trusted neighbor to reach enumerators. John Billheimer of Washington, Ind. is the local census supervisor.
1400 bushels of corn offered at 50 cents per bushel with call on or address Daniel Axe of Plummer Indiana. Also a real estate note about a building lot in Worthington and inquiry to W. M. Moss at this office.
On account of the Inter State Tournament and Whist Carnival the Monon Route will sell tickets to Chicago and return May 30 June 2 at one and one third fare. W Branpon Apt DEMOCRATIC STATE CONVENTION On account of the Democratic State Convention the Monon Route will sell tickets to Indianapolis and return June 4 and 5 for one fare. J W Brannon Agent.
The Democrat office advertises a wide range of fans and novelties and urges customers to view samples and compare prices to save money.
Contractor advertisement from J. W. Rirven of Bloomfield Indiana offers top market prices for good wool and invites sellers to contact before selling. Includes address K of P Block Bloomfield.
W E Inman offers eye tests at Stalcups drug store with an expert occulist to examine vision and fit spectacles. Also advertise Eveleigh's prices and paints for customers seeking supplies.
Joseph Barnard and Libby Smith, Nathan Squire Jr, and Ethel Gertrude Field, Henry D Guerard Nanefede and Mary L Taylor appear in a local society notice highlighting upcoming events and affiliations.
Advertises Botanic Blood Balm as a cure for skin and blood conditions including ulcers sores boils and rheumatism. Claims to drain poisons from blood and system with testimonials of 30 years testing. Priced at 1 per bottle or 5 for full treatment with a free trial bottle and free medical advice by writing today.
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