For Sale Papers at 5c a Dozen
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Newspaper
Bloomfield Democrat
Location
Bloomfield, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 26, 1888
Page
3
Classified note offering papers for sale at 5 cents per dozen and advertising a yearly subscription price of 1.50 in advance. The terse item indicates a newspaper office listing for sale of papers and advance payment.
A cluttered page lists price notices and sales offers from Brooks Bros including coffee at 20 cents a package and high market corn demand. It also mentions upcoming events, subscriptions, tax renewals, pension notices, and other local notices in Lyons and nearby towns.
A one year old red steer unmarked and weighing about 1000 pounds is missing near Henry Booze's. Information leading to recovery is rewarded. Contact J. J. Comas of Solsberry. Also notices advertise Miss Clark moving her millinery store in Shryer's House with new fall stock and invites ladies to view. Other ads promote property for sale, Ganter's Chicken Cholera Cure available from Bloomfield Druggist, and theatrical plans for Frank Davidson's Comedy Co in Jones' Hall with ticket prices listed and critic quotes. An editor notes a recent fat black sow weighing about 200 pounds observed near a lot. Information rewarded.
A short notice from Rh. E. BeEvVLEIGH appeals to those who owe him money to call and settle accounts, describing prompt repayment as a great favor.
Persons who have not settled their subscriptions to the fair company must do so at once or the accounts will be given to an attorney for collection. We are compelled to have the money, so if you have not got it you must borrow it. Wx. M. Moss, Sec, Or. HeRorn, Treas.
A parade of visitors from Peru, Center township and beyond thronged the town, with many Democrats and Republicans calling on residents. Notables include Ben Cavins, John Combs, Crawford, Furgeson, and Hon. Andrew Humphreys, among others. The crowd discussed politics, dining, and local business as families prepared for upcoming changes and residents noted road trips and social visits.
The Monday event drew far more attendees than expected despite heavy rain from Sunday night through Monday. Speakers included Hon. Andrew Humphreys and Col. Matson with W. D. Hill of Defiance addressing the crowd, while music by local groups energized attendees. A sales pitch for Warner's Log Cabin sarsaparilla and various local notices appeared amid the day’s political and social program.
A chaotic, repurposed hometown column notes a Democratic speaker absent Thursday and mixed village updates. Mentions of Rev Roger preaching, Mrs Libbie Law ill, Vina Hunter visiting family, and property fixes mingle with catalog ads and stray farm notes.
A warning against wasting time with experiments when lung health is at risk. The text notes consumption often begins as a cold and cautions readers not to be misled by cheap imitations of Dr. King’s New Discovery for consumption.
The week included quiet marriage of Mrs Mary Peterson and Jonathan Nog. Community notices cover preaching at the M E Church, a concert by Clifty and Bandanna glee clubs, local sales, job changes, and travels of residents. Reports mention Electric Bitters endorsements and a Punch and Judy show sighting.
A glowing notice reviews Valmer Cox new Juvenile book Quaver People praising its grotesque lively illustrations and engaging fables. Endorsements from Clinton, Conwell, Bunset Cox and Holmes attest to its merit and appeal to children and adults alike. Hubbard Bros publishes with agency inquiries invited in Philadelphia Chicago and Kansas City.
A historic advert touts Normise on karti as a fast remedy for sprains bruises toothache headache rheumatism or neuralgia comparable to Dead Shot on pain. Sold with a guarantee and price slots.
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