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Newspaper
Bluffton Banner
Location
Bluffton, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 06, 1904
Page
2
An old advertisement extols Virona tonics claiming to strengthen nerves, liver, kidneys and digestion while improving flesh and vigor. It cites reader testimonials from Loveland Ohio and Reynolds praising back pain relief, regular bowels, clear skin, and “more perfect and better feeling.”
Congressman Cromer urges a change to the rural carriers bill to require one substitute per office from which rural delivery operates and one substitute for every three carriers when three or more routes exist. The measure targets offices with three or more routes to ensure substitutes receive work.
Mrs T V Williams of Zainsburg Michigan reports relief from sour stomach distress and vomiting after using Chamberlains Stomach and Liver Tablets. The ad guarantees cure for such stomach troubles and lists Davenport and Ehle as the sellers.
Huntington has a new regional record as John Phister c and his two sons with Rice brother loaded a car with eleven tons of hay in under thirty minutes. Henry Silver of Silver and Weber seeks to explain the feat while noting it is a local record. Mrs. F L Phelps praises Chamberlains Stomach and Liver Tablets available from Davenport and Ehle.
In a Thursday night storm lightning struck W L Strouds home one mile south and one mile west of Petroleum injuring Mrs Stroud and a visitor who were at home. Fire started but was quickly fought. Damages include broken windows and severe interior damage with an estimated loss around one hundred fifty dollars.
A reader reports a vow to wear a tailor made spring suit as the season shifts. The note emphasizes a personal commitment to sartorial change and style, reflecting a lingering urban fashion mood.
At least three trunk line railways serving Chicago the Pennsylvania Erie and Lake Shore refused to follow a Pullman company order requiring berths in sleeping cars to be reserved and prepaid in advance. The posted rules set purchase deadlines by departure time with penalties for unpaid reservations and indicated the Pullman card is not publicly posted.
At the Little City Meat Market customers are urged to request exactly what they want and when they want it. The ad proclaims improving trade, a customer pleasing aim, and asks patrons to try on the next order by calling telephone 448 for delivery.
An advertisement from Henry Thoma & Son touts a fine dining room furniture line with attractive prices. A six foot extension table is offered at 5.60 dollars and chairs start from 2 dollars, emphasizing a light room and harmonizing goods at bargain rates.
Tobe Gaddis of Rogerton was convicted of profanity and assault and battery amid a four hour police court case connected to his $1000 damages suit against Muncie Hartford and Ft Wayne Interurban company for being put off a car. He was fined $23.45 as both sides fought the charges in a crowded courtroom.
The Bluffton Steam Laundry emphasizes fine white color polish and neat appearance in all laundry work. Over forty cities and towns send in orders due to their excellence, reflecting attention to detail and consistent quality.
The Rockford W C T U held its inaugural meeting on Thursday to discuss non alcoholic medication. County president Mrs Cb A Walmer attended with officers and urged appointment of superintendents. President Mrs Redding backed by a strong group of Christian women aims for future achievements.
Headquarters for pianos organs and all Kings of sewing machines grapho phones needles shuttles and repairs. Also a good second hand piano for sale cheap at the same old place.
The Passover celebration marks a seven day period begun last Wednesday evening, featuring unleavened bread and rejoicing. Families read scriptures about the Plagues and Exodus, with some narrating the history at meals.
Classifieds note sales and repairs for pianos organs sewing machines graphophones and string instruments with installment options and discounts mentioned in the local ad section.
Michael Touhey receives a Friday letter from his son Franikk who was sent to Jeffersonville for forging a draft. Franikk reports he is healthy and learning the chair factory trade, talks with guard-limited Kirt Johnson, notes tobacco is banned, describes 900 inmates by clothing colors, mentions church attendance, praises the preacher, and lists register number 4454 for mail.
This advert claims Chamberlain's Cough Remedy provides safe relief for coughs and colds in children and is said to prevent and cure croup. It emphasizes unconditional harmlessness and pleasant taste, noting successful use in many croup epidemics. Available for sale by Davenport & Ehle.
Henry Bunn, an employee at the Buck Hand Factory, suffered a severe injury Friday afternoon when his right hand was pulled into a rip saw while guiding a board. The middle finger was severed to the wrist and the third finger amputated at the second joint. He received medical care from Dr. Goodin and Dr. Cheney and was later sent home in improving condition.
Warm days ahead bring cleaning and new furniture. Henry Hiester on North Main street touts the best line with prices to beat mail order, including special full-outfit offers and delivery, with items can be ordered if not in stock.
Professor O C Lockhart, a longtime public school instructor, has been elected to a faculty position at Indiana University. He will teach economics under Dr Wetherlee, a leading figure in the field. The move brings a good salary and high honor, though locals will miss his presence in city schools.
Business owner Ben Ashbaucher announces a limited sale on large stock of framed pictures and a twenty percent discount on all framing orders. An expert framer will assist customers and guide choices during this special month.
We highlight men and boys caps with Gioves and mittens priced at 10c and higher. Tam o Shanter hats 60c, toques 250, and various bargains at 128 North Matin Street.
Washington dispatch reports a pension order for soldiers aged 62 to 70 may require examinations to prove disability. Officials seek a method to avoid blanket tests, fearing costs of up to a million dollars for nationwide screening. If exams are required, the bureau will either conduct them or Congress may grant disability status to those veterans.
Claims to cure dyspepsia and improve mood by tonic action on the liver. Advertises August Flower as a long-time household remedy with trial size 25c and regular bottles 76c at all druggists.
Petroleum Lodge No 721 notes the death of James B Plesinger district deputy grand master and extends heartfelt sympathy to his family. The resolution asks that a copy be sent to relatives and published and kept in minutes. An advertisement for Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy appears with a testimonial from Mrs J B Cooke of Nederlands Texas. Drugstore Davenport & Hill sells the product.
Uniondale will see two new rural lines built this spring with a central exchange planned there. One line heads east toward Toesin Ossian and another north to Ossian, while a third runs south to Rock Creek Center. H W Lipkey will supply ten thousand pounds of wire for the extension. The system will connect with existing lines toward Zanesville and Markle and is described as among the county’s most complete rural networks.
Sheriff to sell at Bluffton courthouse in Wells County Indiana on April 16 1904 the rents and profits for seven years from Lots 205 and 206 with a steam grist mill appurtenant to discharge a decree of five hundred eighty three dollars ninety one cents plus interest and costs if needed full fee simple or remainder to satisfy the decree. John T Clayton plaintiff. Peter S Green and Emma Green defendants.
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