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Newspaper
Bluffton Banner
Location
Bluffton, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 07, 1904
Page
4
An old advertisement explains that some plants grow better with Scott's Emulsion as a food supplement. It claims child weakness stems from inefficient feeding, not lack of food, and promotes the product as feeding strength. A free sample offer is extended from J Bowne Chemists in New York with price details.
A Thursday reunion of veterans held a three hour program with Martial Band performances and popular readings. Kenneth Rothermel impressed with The Little Brown Button, while Captain O P Koontz read last year’s minutes. Daniel R Lucas and Adjutant General Balsly delivered praised speeches. Wartime singers and Mrs D A Walmer were warmly received. Officers elected: Col Stephenson president, replaced by B F Wiley. S J Brickley vice president. O P Koontz secretary.
Foley & Co Chicago originator of Honey and Tar throat and lung remedy warns against imitations. The genuine product provides satisfaction, acts as a mild laxative, contains no opiates, and is safe for children. Sold by Davenport and Ehle.
An Indianapolis trend started by Eastern College girls sees men’s cuffs written on as informal mail. White cuffs become canvases for messages with stamps placed in the right corner. The craze spreads among local girls, many with brothers, while post offices ignore it but fear laundry-bag confusion if widespread.
Eight hour laws are ignored by those tireless tile workers. Dr. King's New Life Pills claim to cure indigestion biliousness constipation sick headache and all stomach and bowel troubles. Easy pleasant safe sure. Only 25c at Deam's drug store.
After a week with no licenses the county clerk issued two marriage permits on Thursday. The couples are Lewis Miller and Sarah Baker of Keystone and George Snyder and Deve Osborne from the northern part of the county.
Tuesday night in Huntington a party led by H Bracy and with C B C officials inspected ground for upcoming surveys to extend the C B C line to Bluffton. Attorneys Lesh and Lesh discussed arrangements with Bracy, who claims Chicago moneyed interests will relieve the road from its embarrassment and resume construction, potentially freeing Huntington township from a previously voted $70,000 subsidy.
A 19th century ad claims overwork and nervous tension lead to collapse and touts Electric Bitters as the best cure for liver and kidney disorders. It is described as a tonic, nervine, and treatment for nervousness, rheumatism, neuralgia, and malaria germs, priced at 50 cents with guaranteed satisfaction by Chas C Deam, druggist.
Mrs Amanda Wilson sues John C Wilson for divorce and relief, alleging a troubled marriage since 1880 with abuse and threats after August 25 1904. The case trails September term. Also included is a testimonial for Foley's Kidney Cure from Evansville resident B Stpegel who credits recovery to the remedy.
A lecture on advertising explains it as the seller’s method to reach buyers, noting billions spent annually in the United States to unite selling and buying classes. It argues advertising fuels prosperity by driving factories, railways, and employment, and warns that sellers who do not advertise “get left.”
A sheriff sale advertisement states that on Saturday September 17 1904 between 10 am and 4 pm the rents and profits for up to seven years of the east half of the southeast quarter of section 30 township 25 north range 12 east Wells County Indiana will be sold at the courthouse door to satisfy a judgment in favor New American Oil and Mining Company against Thomas E Scott. If the judgment is not fully realized a public sale of the fee simple interest may follow. J R Johnston sheriff. McBride Denny Denny attorneys for plaintiff.
Geo A Sherman of Lisbon Red Mills Lawrence Co reports a long kidney disease battle. After twelve years of doctor care and ineffective remedies, he started Foley's Kidney Cure. Half a bottle brought relief, four bottles fully cured him, ending frequent urination and brick dust discharge. Davenport & Hale sold the product.
Auditor C Brineman invites sealed proposals for tile and construction of the A P Kelly Ditch in Tocsin and Kunkel additions. Bids due by 2 pm September 17 1904 with double bond for faithful performance. Specifications are on file in the auditor’s office.
Levi Mock returned Thursday from Anderson with 10 dollars as the tallest Elk in the march. He marched alone and stood inches above all, topping the next tallest by four inches after measurements. A South Bend entrant claimed the shortest elk prize, while Dr. Horton shaved one contender but failed to beat him by an inch.
Medical advice warns that overfull meals and rich foods cause sour stomach, especially if digestion is weak from constipation. Eat slowly, chew thoroughly, and space meals five hours apart. If fullness persists after eating, take Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets. Davenport & Phle sell them.
In Wells Circuit Court at Bluffton Indiana Maria Gardenour administratrix presents final account of John Gardenour deceased and will submit it for examination on September 21 1804 Heirs creditors or legatees must appear and show cause why the account should not be approved Hugh D Studabaker Clerk.
Orvil Brentfinger of Adams county now owns and operates The Crescent in the Interurban waiting room after a Friday evening deal. Wm. Aker, who bought it from Mr. Hickman days earlier, handed over the keys at 4 o'clock. Brentinger aims to sustain the establishment’s reputation and invites public patronage.
A large crowd attended the Friday ceremony as the Ossian Knights of Pythias laid the corner stone for their new lodge room. James H. Hatfield of Huntington presided, praised as a former grand chancellor commander of Indiana, delivering a strong address and adding prestige to the occasion.
Mrs W Watkings of Pleasant City Ohio writes that pneumonia and a terrible cough endangered her son but Dr King s New Discovery saved him. The drug is promoted as a sure cure for coughs colds and all lung diseases with a 60 cent to 1.00 price and free trial doses offered by Chas C Deam druggist.
John I. Williams appointed administrator of Enoch Alexander estate Wells County deceased. Court records indicate the estate is solvent. Wells Circuit Court 35-31. Imons & Chiler Attys.
The Cotton Belt Route announces The Texas Train with through sleepers dining cars and chair cars. Depart St Louis at 4 52 pm reaching Shreveport next morning at 11 60 am. It serves Houston Beaumont Lake Charles Dallas Ft Worth Waco with evening arrivals. Write for folders schedules and rates.
The Bluffton Reformed church Women's Missionary Society visited the John Wentz home four miles west of town. About fifty women attended, bringing lunches. Wentz served fried chicken and other foods as the group enjoyed a lively program and an account of the Winona Bible conference.
A. J. Jennesse of 9201 Butler Street describes a persistent cold that settled in his kidneys after years as a switchman. He notes ongoing illness despite attempts at treatment and seeks relief or acknowledgment.
The Indiana Spiritualists association will hold its next annual meeting at Chesterfield beginning July 16, 1905, with sessions through August 27. Hon. Levi Mock of this city presides and serves on all committees as a member ex officio.
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