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Newspaper
Bluffton Banner
Location
Bluffton, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 22, 1903
Page
3
John Baumgardner brought an ancient family Bible to the office Friday. Printed in 1536, the book is bound with thick boards and brass fittings. A brass plate shows 1777, the rebound year at Berne Switzerland, not the printing date.
A two century old Bible heirloom passed from Bes Singer to Baumgardner shows pages of Matthew and Mark cut out by French soldiers around 1812. The volume includes German hymns and a two foot square school certificate inked with a goose quill, marred by war but treasured.
A Bluffton based hub and spoke factory in the Clover Leaf railroad area south of hoop factory seeks buyers for white elm butts. Call the factory for specifications, cards and prices. 8. C. Reb.
Bill Neal, owner of a Salamonte area farm, faces a bleak season as high waters push catfish upriver. The fish damage his fences, clover and wheat crops, scare cattle and poultry, and even steal eggs from the early morning chicken coop.
Jank W. Perry editor of the Enterprise Shortsville New York testifies that one bottle of Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy cured a severe grip attack and reduced coughing duration and pains. For sale by Davenport and Ehle.
Advertises Woley's Lfoney and Tar as a guaranteed cure for grippe cough and general weakness. Claims it never fails to stop a cough if taken promptly and warns to take no substitute.
A May 2 civil service exam in this city tests practical intelligence and adaptability for post office work. Weights include Spelling Arithmetic Letter writing Penmanship Copying United States geography Reading addresses. Age 18 to 45. Applicants must submit medical certificate and conform to height and weight standards and be U.S. citizens.
A Webron Ohio physician Dr M L Scarbrough recounts losing his voice after a severe cold and a persistent cough. He tried many remedies over two years until Dr King's New Discovery for consumption coughs and colds relieved him. bottles 50c and 1.00, trial bottles free, guarantee stated by C O Deam.
Ossian News notes Walter Craig as the luckiest rural route mail carrier receiving gifts and mischief in his letter boxes. Reports include wine, food items, a burglar tool, a patent mouse trap, and playful taunts from local boys.
An old newspaper ad touts Dr. King's New Life Pills as a cure for numerous ailments including stomach liver bowel trouble dyspepsia and jaundice. The copy claims universal relief and lists C. C. Deam's drug store as the seller.
Attorneys for Robert Y Saylor will seek a new trial in a Toward circuit court case against Union Traction for 20000 damages from an inter urban car collision at Washington and Sixth street two years ago If denied the judge may allow an appeal to the supreme court The jury was instructed to verdict for the defendant and the judge relied on steam railroad laws rather than electric street railway rules The case is expected to reach the supreme court with a potential reversal and larger damages quoted by the Marion Chronicle The notice also includes a testimonial for Electric Bitters from Rev J F Cox of Wake Ark praising relief from yellow jaundice after 12 years and promotes Electric Bitters priced at 05.
The note denies that the Erie road bought the Twin IIMs gravel pit at Pennville and that it aims to influence the C. B. C. vote. The Twin Trills are owned by multiple heirs whose estate is divided and cannot be bought or leased. Heirs are scattered nationwide and settlement is distant.
When colds and grip are prevalent the quickest and surest remedies are in great demand. Mr. Joseph D Williams of McDull Virginia says he was cured of a very deep and lasting attack of la grippe by using Chamberlain's Cough Remedy after trying several other preparations with no effect. Sold by Davenport and Ehile.
Dave Gottschalk returned to the city last evening after weeks away with rumors of another woman proved false by his statements. He and wife plan to move belongings, sell stock in Richfield Illinois, and then return here to lock the house. A health ad promotes Foley's Kidney Cure for kidney and bladder diseases with Davenport & Eble as sellers.
Farmers Mutual Insurance Co of Rock Creek Wells Co says it closed a satisfactory year with no losses and a gain in membership. In its twenty eight years, members own nearly three million dollars in real estate and the treasury shows cash on demand 34304.70 and premium notes 6502730.14.
An old advertisement claims To Cure a Cold in One Day with Laxative Bromo Quinine tabs Jets. It offers a full refund if it fails to cure and shows Ta. W. Grove’s signature on each box, price 235c.
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