Life Plant claimed to cure rheumatism for Sawyer
A 15 year rheumatism case for Mr Sawyer is cited with Life Plant claiming 97 of 200 cures. The ad says 10,000 testimonials in 18 months and offers a loan of one dollar bottle with money-back if ineffective. Free booklet available from The Life Plant Co. Sold by M A Stout.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Sawyer
Trinway
The
Life Plant Co
Vantor
Ohio
Pennsylvania Railroad
Jos. L. Sawyer
Life Plant
Aged Lady Breaks Right Leg on Icy Steps
Dr J C Fulton called to the home of Mrs Isaac Gilliam Saturday afternoon found her severely injured after slipping on ice covered stone steps. The fracture was in the upper third of the thigh and, given her advanced age, may be serious. The fracture was reduced by Dr Fulton and Dr Severin. Mrs Gilliam rested easily but doctors held little hope for a swift recovery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. C. Fulton
Isaac Gilliam
Many Girls Leave Zero Mitten Factory Over New Scale
Dozens of workers quit the Zero Mitten plant seeking jobs elsewhere in Decatur and nearby towns. Factory managers say earnings under the new scale match the old, but the girls disagree and remain dissatisfied with the change.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Decatur
Bluffton
They Sprung Farthest. A North Judson scholar's satire on Men
A North Judson School scholar's composition on Men mocks male behavior noting drinking smoking swearing and many pockets. The piece jokes that men are more logical and zoological than women but claims both sexes descended from monkeys with women described as having sprung further than men.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North Judson School
Virona Health Tonic Promises Vitalized Digestion and Strength
An advertisement extols Virona as a remedy that restores health when all else fails. It claims liver tone, improved digestion, nerve relief, kidney strengthening, and renewed vigor, with testimonial from Robert S. Redway praising its effects and pricing at one dollar per bottle or six for five dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grona
Tas O
Bonnie Cassell Narrow Escape From Gasoline Fire
Miss Bonnie Cassell barely escaped serious burns at her Hartford City home when gasoline spurting from a clogged gas pipe ignited a blaze in the kitchen. Her sleeve and hair were singed, but a quick response by Bonnie and her parents saved her.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bonnie Cassell
Hartford City
George Cassell
Miss Cassell
Hartford City News
Migs Cassell
Preventive Against Death by Own Action Found
A startling announcement describes a preventive for death by own action discovered after despondency precedes such acts. Electric Bitters is touted as strengthening nerves and the body, and regulating stomach, liver and kidneys. 50c, guaranteed by Chas. C. Deam, druggist.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chas. C. Deam
One New Case Filed In Wells Circuit Court
A new case appears on the docket of Wells circuit court Saturday afternoon. Mrs. Anna Q Gray sues the Phoenix Oil and Gas company of Hartford City in a change of venue from Blackford county. The suit seeks to quiet title to an oil lease the company once owned but vacated due to failure to meet lease terms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wells
Anna Q. Gray
Phoenix Oil and Gas Company
Hartford City
Blackford County
Bucklen Arnica Salve Praised For Wound Cures
A brief booster proclaims Bucklen's Arnica Salve as essential to prevent fatal injuries from burns sores ulcers and piles. Sold by Chas C Deam's drug store for 25 cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chas. C. Deam
Curious Continental Five Dollar Note Shown in Print Shop
John McCheery presented a Continental five dollar note to the office, a curiosity from 1778 under Congress, tied to a tale of his grandfather who held thirty thousand dollars in Continentals yet never got a cent from them.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John McCheery
Gilmore's Caustic Oil Endorsed By Local Physician
Dr J B Barker of Fletcher testifies to Gilmore's Caustic Oil as effective counterirritant and endorses Gilmore's Headache Powders as harmless. Product sold by Stout's drug store at 50 cents per bottle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gilmore
J. B. Barker
Fletcher
Stout’s Drug Store
Charley Marshal in Town after Neck Growth Operation
Co. W. Marshal of Liberty Center visited the city Friday after returning from Fort Wayne where he underwent neck growth removal surgery. The operation was successful and he is nearly fully recovered though his voice remains weak. Advertisement notes Putnam Faceless Dyes sold by Davenport & Ehle at 10 cents per package.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Co. W. Marshal
Liberty Center
Putnam
Davenport & Ehle
Egg Market Famine Feeds Prices As Winter Deepens
The eggs outlook hinges on weather with delays in laying and extensive cold. Indianapolis reports an extreme shortage with the city’s largest storage house dropping from 35 000 cases to under ten cases in a week and selling at 23 cents per dozen. A cautious estimate values storage profits at 150 000 dollars for the year amid rising prices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kansas
Arkansas
Indianapolis
Do It Today Dr Boschee German Syrup Ad
The ad urges immediate action against a hacking cough using Dr Boschee's German Syrup, claiming thirty five years of use and a cure for deep seated lung trouble with a few doses. Trial bottles are 25 cents and regular size 10 cents at all druggists.
Ott Holmes and Clarence Burton Plan Spring Road Show
Ott Holmes and Clarence Burton prepare a star specialty show to tour by wagon under a tent. They bought most of their outfit and hired several first class performers. They will begin in May likely opening in Montpelier for a week. Both have years in show business and expect success.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clarence Burton
Ott Holmes
Montpelier
End of Bitter Fight Ends With Health Restoration
Du Pont Georgia resident J F Hughes describes a long battle with a lung abscess and recovery after using Dr King s New Discovery for Consumption. The product claims to conquer coughs colds and lung troubles and is guaranteed by local druggist Charles C Deam with trial bottles free.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. F. Hughes
DuPont
License Refused for Montpelier Saloon Owner
County commissioners rejected Dan Gillom of Montpelier for a saloon license on West High Street beyond the railroad. An erroneous name in the notice led to the license denial as reported by the Hartford City Times.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dan Gillom
Montpelier
Gilliom
West High Street
Dan Gillan
Hartford City Times
Keyser Plans Move From Bluffton To Wheeling For Health
J L Keyser longtime Bluffton Methodist church janitor intends to relocate March first to Wheeling West Virginia to live with his elderly mother of over 80 years. The move aims to improve his health and allow him to remain there permanently.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. L. Keyser
Methodist Church
Bluffton
Wheeling
W. Va
Mr. Keyser
State v Davis case dismissed on prosecuting attorney motion
The trial set for Saturday at 9 in Mayor Mocka's court was dismissed after the prosecuting attorney moved. The witness did not show interest in pursuing the case and probably did not want to testify, indicating he had received all he sought.
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Davis
Mock
Dr Kings New Life Pills Offered as Pain Relief
An advertisement promises relief from dizziness backache liver complaint and constipation through Dr Kings New Life Pills. It claims patients will feel an end to pain and uses a testimonial style. The ad notes a 25 cent price and is guaranteed by Chas. C. Deam of Maeweee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G.G. Green
Woodbury
New Jersey
Cure a Cold in One Day Propaganda Noted
Public health notice warns against claims to cure a cold in one day using labeled tablets. The fragment suggests a marketing tactic promoting “Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets,” likely an overstate remedy with ambiguous refund language. Authorities advise skepticism and to follow accurate medical guidance.
Holthouse Well at Curryville Fails to Meet Hopes
The Banner reports that the Holthouse well completed at Curryville turned out to be a cluster. It was drilled by the Pittsburg Oil company amid high expectations. Further wells will be drilled immediately and the region will receive a thorough test, with hope for better luck next time.
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Curryville
Pittsburg Oil Company
Low Settlers Rates Land of Cheap Homes
Dates listed for discounted travel Jan 19 Feb 2 16 Mar 1 16 Apr 5 19. Fare is a little more than half for one way or round trip. Invitation to homeseekers to explore cheap land across the Southwest with prices from 5 to 26 dollars per acre and contact details for travel maps and costs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Southwest
L. O. Schaefer
Cincinnati
BH. W. le Beaume
G. P
St. Louis
Administrator Sale Notice for Callie C Demming Estate
Public auction planned in Wells County Indiana on March 6 1904 for two parcels totaling 29 point 81 acres with one third cash and the rest in 6 and 12 month notes at 6 percent interest. Mortgage security and attorney firm Mock and Sons listed for administrator Albert H Demming.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Callie Co. Demming
Wells Ctrcutt Court
State of Indiana
Callie C. Demming
County of
Wells
State of
Indiana
Ft. Wayne, Cincinnati & Louisville Railroad Company
Albert H. Demming
Mock & Sons, Attys
Admr
Estate of Isaac Shady final account filed
John Z. Shady as administrator presents final settlement of the Isaac Shady estate in Wells Circuit Court. He asks heirs creditors and legatees to appear February 29, 1904 at Bluffton to show cause why the account and vouchers should not be approved. Clerk Hugh D. Studabaker signs the notice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Isaac Shady
Wells
John Z. Shady
Said Wells
Bluffton
Indiana
Hugh D. Studabaker
Wells Circult Court
Notice of Administrator Appointment for Allen M Austin
Nutle ia hereby given that Jank P Risley has been appointed administrator of the estate of Allen M Austin late of Wells County Indiana. Said estate is supposed to be solvent. Hugh D Studabaker
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jank P. Risley
Allen M.austin
Wells County
Indiana
Hugh D. Studabaker
The Treatment That Cures Excerpt
An advertisement for a two part home treatment claiming to cure catarrh and many ailments. The Internal Remedy supposedly heals stomach liver kidneys and builds blood, while the Local Remedy soothes nasal throat mucous membranes. It promotes relief from indigestion constipation sick headache biliousness and kidney bladder troubles and claims benefit for pale nervous women.
Special agency for Dr. Lyon Home Treatment promoted
Sufferers are urged to visit the store for a 25 cent package of the Remedy at no cost. Special Agent W. A. Gutelius announces the offer and invites all to come today for tests and treatment of catarrh, blood, nerve and stomach disease.
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Dr. Lyon
W. A. Gutelius
Ten Year Loan Offer with Low Rate
A lender promotes a ten year loan option highlighting a low rate and renewal choices at eight or five years, noting most loans are made with this structure and promising favorable terms.
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Kent
Bonnie’ Cassell
Charley Marshal
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Arugeis
Missouri
Lousatana
Texas
Dr.Lyon
Fred Reppert
Dacatur
Warren McBride
Chicago, FT. Wayne Fostoria
Findlay
Cleveland
Buffalo
New York
Boston
Nickel Plate Road
A. Asterlin
Trav
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Ft. Wayne
Ind
R. R
Charleston Mail
Commercial Traveler
Day Express
Toledo Mail
C.d.w Gen
W. Mordoff
Ass't
H. A. Wali
T Ace
Cinccinnati
Louseville
Michigan City
Wayne &Connervine
United States
Canada
Eorth
Unico Pepsi
Omag
Peoria
Cannes
Lima
Foete Fromont
Eas
Tates
Lake Erie & Western
H. J. Rhein
Chicago & Erie R. R
Devator
Chicago Limited
Chicago Express
Panday
Wells Wargo & Go
Hxree
Traina Bart
Nand Columbi
Hailed Stadali
Marion
Ce Dal
Sseen
York
Wella Fargo
Bunda
Columbus
Cole
Merion
Enos
TPA
Travelers Eye Aailway Geioe
Queen & Crescent
U.S Patent Office
Washington, D.C
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Washington
H. Thoma & Sons
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