25 Mar 1903
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Newspaper
Bluffton Banner
Location
Bluffton, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 25, 1903
Page
1
The Decatur High School will stage a seven member comedy at Hesse's Opera House on Wednesday evening April 1 as a substitute for the old oratorical contest. The production promises wholesome fun and marks the first time students perform a play in school history. Bluffton students are invited to attend.
An advertisement claims Toby's Honey and Yar cures pneumonia and consumption of the lungs. It cites N Jackson of Danville and a daughter with a terrible cough that settled on her lungs, credited to Foley's Honey and Tar sold by Davenport & Khe.
Wells County council will meet in a special session at the county auditor's Bluffton office on Monday April 6 at 1 p.m. to consider an ordinance for an additional appropriation for bridges where an emergency exists and to handle other business. Auditor W A MaAusit signs the notice.
An early 20th century style advertisement touts Vegene as a blood purifying tonic. It claims to strengthen digestion, purify blood, and cure ailments like rheumatism pimples and scrofula. A testimonial from John Stack of Bella, Indiana, supports its efficacy and a money back guarantee is offered if it fails. Price listed as $1.00.
Thirty six members of the local lodge of the I O R M traveled to Uniondale to establish a new lodge. Initiating teams worked a busy evening, initiating about twenty one candidates as lodge number 357. Helpers returned home after midnight, pleased with the outcome.
Readers are informed that Hall's Catarrh Cure claims a complete cure for catarrh as a constitutional disease. The remedy is taken internally and purportedly heals by affecting the blood and mucous surfaces, with a $100 reward for any uncured case. Testimonials are requested. address IJ Cisnay & Co Toledo Ohio. Hall's Family Pills also advertised.
A fashion notice warns of spring shirt shortages for the hard to please as designers display inventive shirtings. It highlights geometric lines and versatile patterns, with combinations such as striped bodies and front figures and varied cuff matching.
Bedridden old soldier J. J. Havens of Versailles Ohio suffered for years from Widney disease. After trying Mlee Bitters at Jopeth he improved quickly and claims he is on the road to complete recovery. Claims best remedy for river Widney troubles and stomach bowel complaints. Guaranteed by Chas. C. Beam Drug list.
University students in a Columbian riot through their attorneys reach an agreement with Prosecutor Trandolph. They must pay 250 to repair hall damage and the coach, while ringleaders face a 1 fine and costs. names of the tried students will not be recorded. Freshmen riot toll totals 425. Case exits courts though Purdue authorities have not yet punished offenders.
When colds and grip are prevalent the quickest remedies are in great demand. Mr Joseph D Williams of McDull Virginia says he was cured of a deep lasting attack of Jagrippe by using Chamberlain's Cough Remedy after trying several other preparations with no effect. Sorsale by Davenport and Ehle.
An advertisement announces buying white elm butts at a new hub and apoke factory in Bluffton’s south western area near the Clover Leaf railroad. Readers are asked to consult for specifications, cards, and prices. residence and rez are implied.
Judge Vaughn sentences Charles Farr to the Jeffersonville reformatory for two to fourteen years after Farr sought a possible witness, John Stevens, to testify on his innocence. Farr’s wife failed to obtain Stevens’ affidavit, making the doubtful claim unlikely. The piece also notes endorsements for Dr. Bosehee's German Syrup as a cough and bronchial remedy.
The act amends section 2047 to include the driver's weight in load calculations and lowers maximum loads for narrow tires across widths from three to five inches and over five inches. Road supervisors gain power to arrest violators on sight or by process, with a $2 fee charged to the convicted offender. The measure took effect March ninth.
Dr. King's New Discovery for Consumption and Colds saves a Leesville man from asthma death and grants instant relief. He reports restful sleep and rapid cure of throat and lung troubles. large bottle trials and free samples offered by Chas. C. Dean's drag store.
A cemetery anecdote shifts from a tomb inscription reading "A lawyer and an honest man" to a stranger questioning how two such figures could share one grave. The joke hinges on the irony of a lawyer being paired with honesty in death.
An advertisement warns that Foley's Honey and Tar should not be trusted as a guaranteed cure for grippe cough and weakness. It cautions against substitutes and notes the product never fails to stop a cough if taken in time.
Judge Smith of Portland denied the motion for a new trial in the Faylor case despite noting court error. Attorneys plan to appeal to the supreme court. costs and transcript deadlines set at sixty and one hundred twenty days respectively. The lengthy trial spanned nearly three weeks with many witnesses.
Frank W. Perry of the Enterprise in Shortsville New York relays a personal testimonial praising Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy as a cure for a second grip attack. He states a teaspoonful ends coughing spells quickly and reduces pain and duration. Davenport and Eble advertise the product in nearby town.
Progress in interurban electric railway building attracts eastern and western capital. Predictions say nationwide coverage by few syndicates within years. Lower fares, smokeless MLOFS, good roadbeds and faster cars boost popularity and enable competition with steam railways, widening profits.
Arnold of Arnold, Illinois, reports kidney disease left him nervous and exhausted, needing many nightly trips to the window. After using Foley's Kidney Cure for three bottles he says he recovered fully and feels better than ever, recommending it to friends. Marketed by Davenport and Tate.
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