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Newspaper

Bluffton Banner

Location

Bluffton, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jun 22, 1904

Page

7

Dr D W Tucker to Lecture in Bliss on Chronic Diseases

Dr D W Tucker the master specialist of Indiana will be at the Bliss on Thursday June 30 and every four weeks thereafter to treat chronic diseases. The physician claims unmatched success through diagnosis proper remedies and preparation with testimonials from patients in Indiana Michigan and Ohio.

D. W. Tucker Indiana Tucker Branch County Mich Auglaiz County Ohio Marlon Ind Sir Jennings

Local Doctor Offers Free Consultations in Bluffton Visit

Day is Thursday June 30 1904 and doctor will visit Bluffton for one year or more offering free consultations and examinations to sick or afflicted residents. He treats some of Wells county's best citizens and will provide honest advice even if cure is not possible.

D. W. Tucker Fort Wayne Tucker Dunn J. L. Braden J. Berry Coldwater M. B. Dyer Quincy D. C. Davis Henderson Fraser Sturgis W. B Rogers A. L. Savage Montpelior Ind G. Y. Taylor J. H. Bellum Montpelier Thos Meddell Hartford City Inds W. B Wells County Bluffton

Cremation of Dr Samuel Hupp Reported in Denver

The Banner recounts the June 16 cremation of Dr Samuel Hupp, who died February 19 1904 in Denver. The article details the crematory setup at Riverside cemetery, the process from chapel to furnace, and the $50 cremation fee, noting Hupp's Liberty township Wells county roots and local connections.

Denver Colo Banner Samuel Hupp Riverside Cemetery Liberty Township Wells County E. M. Rinear

Circuit Court Decision Distinguishes School and Civil Cities

A Dearborn circuit court ruling held school cities and civil cities are distinct entities. The school board may issue bonds even if the civil city hits its debt limit, potentially accelerating new school buildings and improvements, including in Ellwton if the board acts.

Dearborn Elwiton

Quiet Fourth Experiment Across Cities Seeks Noisy-Free Celebration

The text notes a push for a noiseless Fourth of July with bans on firecrackers and toy pistols. Chicago plans a tame event centered on reading the Declaration while other elites watch the trial. If successful it could spread next year with a possible compromise.

Chicago

Summer Time to Expel Scrofula with Pushkuro

Promotion for Pushkuro claiming to cleanse blood and prevent disease before winter. Advises purchase for $1.00 at druggists or from Dr. C. Pusheck in Chicago.

Pushkuro C. Pusheck Chicago

Linn Grove Band Concert Postponed to July 7

The Linn Grove band concert in this city has been postponed two weeks due to a local lecture. The event will now be held July 7 and will proceed as planned without alteration to the program.

Linn Grove Band Afl

Victim of Iroquois Fire Visits City

Mrs. Stella Leach McCaslin of Chicago, survivor of the Iroquois Theatre fire, visits here after escaping death in the blaze. She suffered facial and hand burns but has recovered. her mother died in the disaster. Former resident Miss Stella Leach, now Mrs. McCaslin, had lived in the city.

H. E. Robison Stella Leach McCaslin Chicago McCaslin

Oil field leases push operators to drill offset wells

Considerable activity persists in oil fields despite prices dropping to 1.03 as farmers push a new lease clause requiring operators to protect adjoining lines. The clause forces offset or near-boundary wells, compelling immediate drilling. Once offset wells proliferate, operators expect a slowdown until prices rise again.

Woman Leads Cheap Paint Push in Girard Pa

A letter from Devoe & Co describes Mrs. E. R. Bowman a Bluffton Indiana druggist persuading Girard Pennsylvania dealers to stock Devoe paint at $1.25 a gallon. Local customers including Mr Burt Young jeweler Mr B H Hiler and Mr John Hanna report the paint offers greater value and satisfaction. The letter notes Mrs Bowman sold extensive quantities and that Davenport and Ehle also carry the product.

Girard Devoe E. R. Bowman Burt Young B. H. Hiler John Hanna

Highly Married in Secret Jonesboro Union

The secret wedding of Superintendent A E Highly and Florence Metcalf surprised many in Jonesboro. The ceremony was at the bride’s home with Rev Elmina Harris officiating. The couple left for Bluffton then Terre Haute for the Normal school summer session.

A. E. Highly Jonesboro Florence Metcalf Elmina Harris Professor Highly Bluffton Terre Haute State Normal School Jonesboro High School Marlon Tribune

Farmer Delivers Eggs and Oil in Poneto Market Day

A rural Poneto scene describes a laborer in work clothes marching with a basket of eggs and a coal oil can toward market as townsfolk from church and Sunday school gather on the corner. The crowd questions his plans as he proceeds.

Poneto

Mrs William Spencer in Saloon Disturbance

Mrs William Spencer, intoxicated, fought with bartender Billy Russell at the Number Ten saloon. Russell threw her out, she struck windows, later sought legal action against both Russell and Harry Scotten. Prosecution set for Friday. Spencer to appear Tuesday for further testimony.

William Spencer Number Ten Hullinger Huntington Billy Spencer Russell Mrs. Spencer Matlack Harry Scotten Billy Russell Scotten

Wolfe Warned After Tragedy Ties In Petroleum Town

Jacob Wolfe, father of a petroleum tragedy victim, reports anonymous warnings heard in town. He found handwritten notes in Petroleum and at the lodge urging caution and alertness. No direct attacks have occurred, though rumors of harm persist and a barn noises were heard at night.

Jacob Wolfe Mr. Wolfe Petroleum Jake Tie Wolfe

Rural carrier letter lists odd delivery demands along route

A rural carrier reports a peculiar letter from a resident along the route requesting transport of a barrel of salt two sacks of flour coal three spools of wire two chicken coops turkeys and eight loads of wood. The note items a long list of goods and asks the carrier to deliver them on the next trip near Marion Walters and RO to Had I better.

Marion Walters

Bargain Lot of Lace Curtains and Shoes Sale

Readable fragments describe a clearance with Nottingham lace curtains in various patterns at prices around $1.48 to $3.98, Tapestry portieres, striped swisses, netting, Silkolene fabrics, and assorted drapery goods. Also advertised are affordable ladies and men's shoes with multiple price points, plus lawn mowers and fabric yardage.

Nottingham Roc

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D.W. Tucker, M.D Circuit Court W. B. Nimmons R. & Highly Married WM. Spencer Pat Gee Bender, Walmer & Barr Dorothy Dodd Oxfords For Women India Stevens G&c Monarch
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