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Newspaper
Bloomfield Democrat
Location
Bloomfield, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 07, 1888
Page
3
Greene county news reports grand jury formation with trustee Bogard as foreman. Citizens receive notices on voting eligibility, county fairs featuring Herefords and Shorthorns, and a GOP pole-raising incident. Local visits, social notes, sermon changes, and upcoming Democratic speeches across townships are listed with dates and speakers.
For sale papers at six pence per dozen at this office.
Sorghum molasses ripe and peaches selling slowly at 25c a bushel. Residents Erected, built, or moved homes and properties in Bloomfield. The county board of education met with little business. The Ideal Dramatic Company tours area with performances of Better than Gold and The Marble Heart. A freight wreck on the I. and W. caused delays but no injuries reported.
A county pacing and trotting race is added to the Bloomfield Fair program with purses of 20, 10, 6 and 4 dollars. Eligible horses must be owned in the county and have no prior start in a premium race.
Hick's church and Prairie chapel Sunday schools plan a picnic in Joel Benham's grove one mile west of Hick's church in Washington township on September 15. Stands will not be allowed to sell liquor tobacco or cigars. All are cordially invited.
Relatives and friends gathered at Squire Anderson's home near Solsberry for a large dinner in his honor. Gifts were given and the guest list numbered about one hundred. He is highly esteemed and supports Cleveland. his five sons share the same loyalty.
R D Long and Miss Anna Ball of Sumner Illinois married at a Presbyterian church after arriving by farm wagon from Suckerdam. The deputy clerk woke for license formalities then the Rev Scott performed the ceremony. The piece ends with rustic humor and an ad for Warner's Log Cabin Hops and Buchu and a nod to Tippecanoe.
Special correspondents report a countywide array of rich and rare gems showcased for readers. The feature highlights items of interest and crisp notes on notable pieces gathered from diverse areas.
An 19th century style advertisement touts the BEST SALVE for cuts bruises sores ulcers salt rheum fever sores tetter chapped hands chilblains corns and all skin eruptions. It promises a money back guarantee and claims satisfaction or refund. Sold by Steve Staleun for 25 cents per box.
A large crowd attended the basket meeting Sunday. Notable locals include Misa May Roard of Linton and Dan Gedies of Taylor township. John Porter and Jarrette Jackson married last Wednesday and welcomed a baby that night. Rural visits and church notes follow with promotions for Electric Bitters touted as a cure-all.
Mary Clark's daughter died last Saturday and burial took place. Van Buskirk spoke to a small crowd Saturday night. The Bull and Hendricks club hosted meetings and plans. Republicans discuss forming a Harrison club. McKee couple celebrated a surprise birthday dinner for about 150 attendees. Dr Aydelott and sons visited the Arnold family. Mrs Bob Moser of Shoals Indiana returned from a visit to Dr Matlane’s daughter. Bettie Quillin visited JD Moore’s family. J H Quillin finished a new store room. Holstein papered it. LD Ennis plans a new business room by August 26. The display was a surprise and added to town beauty. Wes-
Mrs Emeline Johnson of Chester Connecticut reports relief from hay fever and eye irritation after using Ely’s Cream Balm. S A Burtt of Wilmington endorses Bly’s Cream Balm describing it as wonderful for nasal relief and essential.
Rev Barnett and Rev Goss preached on Sunday with praise for their eloquence. Rev Longsworth preached for the Methodists. A prohibition candidate spoke Saturday night amid mixed reactions. Grant Daniels of Sheldon visits and bets on Harrison. Local humor about an Irish peddler and free whisky. Squire Meisiley tied two weddings at Hardscrabble, and Crow will preach his last sermon of the year.
Friends and relatives of William McClarren gathered at his house to honor his fifty sixth birthday with a dinner. Presents were left and the host and his wife were showered with cake. Other local activity included church discipline for Rev W P OHaver in Pleasantville and campaign visits by Henry Bullerman J W Asrey and Cyrus E Davis among community notes and accidents.
Miss Stella Edmonds and Miss Stella Howard visit from Terre Haute and Indianapolis as guests of local residents. Mr Eva Croxson from Little Rock travels to Pleasantville. Peaches sell for 35 cents a bushel. A county resident moves away leaving goods. Three railroad wrecks occur with no injuries. A rally ends peacefully after speakers. some disruption follows. A child of Jack Clark dies and is buried at Marco.
Advertises Mawkeye Sittings, a large eight page 40 column journal offered to Des Moines readers. Trial four months for 1 cent with premium incentives such as 80 acres, silver watches and wares to the next 2,000 subscribers. Send a silver dime to 500 East Walnut Street to receive the paper with premium details.
Rendering life a burden and the victim miserable caused by a hacking cough tickling in the throat or tightness in the chest can be relieved by Dead Shot on Coughs. Prices 50 cents Samples free.
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