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Newspaper
Bluffton Banner
Location
Bluffton, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 14, 1904
Page
3
An advertisement urges early treatment of consumption with Scott's Emulsion. It argues neglected consumption is incurable and promises success in thousands of cases, offering a free sample and nationwide druggist pricing.
The program lists multiple lectures and discussions at the Teachers Institute including topics on nature study by Eugene Tappy and C. B. Coons, athletics value in high school, general history for U S teachers, moral standards, education of feeble minded youth, merging county institute with the association, and Shakespeare’s Macbeth. Officers named include President Frank Myers and Secretary Miss Hall.
Mrs W Watkins of Pleasant City reports pneumonia and a terrible cough till Dr King’s New Discovery for Consumption saved her child. The druggist Chas OC Deam guarantees it as a cure for coughs colds and lung diseases priced 50c and 1.00 with free trial bottles.
Thomas Waters, agent for the C. B. C. at Nottingham and Balbec and Platt, filed suit against contractor George A. Welsh for 232.32 dollars claiming unpaid fees for supervising a men’s camp, boarding costs, and care of property and stores, seeking attachment and a bond. Eichhorn and Matlack represent Waters.
A note from A J Jennesse of 9201 Butler Sr reports a cold settling in his kidneys after exposure to harsh weather. He tried remedies with no help until Foley's Kidney Cure, from Davenport & Chie, cured two-thirds of a bottle.
The Democratic speaking bureau in Indianapolis led by M. A. Ryan released a schedule listing speakers and cities. Citations include Charles A. Towne in Fort Wayne on September 15 and John W. Kern in Richmond on September 13, with Crawfords ville, Greenfield, Lexington, and other towns hosting events through September 21.
Public health notes that typhoid cases rise in Indiana while few deaths occur this summer. Most victims contracted abroad in St. Louis or lake camps. some outbreaks linked to fish from sewage polluted waters. Authorities stress sewage as the disease carrier and call for sanitation to save lives and money.
Claiming to prevent collapse from overwork and sleep loss, the ad promotes Electric Bitters as a tonic and nervine that cleanses the liver and kidneys, relieves nervousness, rheumatism and malaria germs, with a 60 cent price and satisfaction guarantee offered by Chas. C. Deam, druggist.
The latest interurban plan targets Bluffton as the terminal for a Portland to Huntington route. Promoters reportedly aim to acquire the C B C railroad and proceed via Balbec to Montpelier and Warren, with a Balbee branch using existing tracks. If purchase can be made at a fair price, this may resolve the current mess surrounding the railway.
Joseph McElhiney of Linton Iowa reports over twenty years of sale and satisfaction with Chamberlain's Cough Remedy. He endorses its quick relief and pleasant taste for coughs colds and offers it through Davenport & Ehle.
Ed Geers and John Splan will stage a notable match race at the Indiana state fair grounds Wednesday. Geers drives Major C against Splan steering Dan R in a contest that adds local interest as both horses are Indiana bred. The program promises a greater test than the planned Dan R versus Dan Patch, canceled earlier.
The advertisement promotes Foley's Honey and Tar as a throat and lung remedy from Foley & Co of Chicago. It warns against imitations, touts mild laxative properties, no opiates, and suitability for children. Sold by Davenport & Ehle.
P A Danforth of LaGrange Georgia suffered six months with a frightful running sore on his leg yet Buckton’s Arnica salve wholly cured it in five days. For ulcers the ad claims helps other cases.
Marshal Crosbie traveled many miles Wednesday to arrest Oliver Higgins once tied to Mt. Zion and the Hester Brewing firm. Higgins faced a mayor court fine and costs from four months ago as Ed Wingfield staged the docket for the corporation. The ninety day limit passed without payment and the marshal seeks levy on brewery property here while questions stall Wingfield’s signing authority and local fees remain unsettled. Vic Roehme of Marion has tried to resolve the matter, but officers and witnesses still hold the sack for fees.
Geo A Sherman of Lisbon Red Mills Lawrence Co New York reports long kidney illness with twelve years of medical treatment. After using Foley's Kidney Cure he is cured after four bottles with relief from frequent urination brick dust and slimy substances. Sold by Davenport Eble.
Justice Walbert officiated the marriage of Ottawa Nelson of Van Buren and Miss Isadore Chappel of Jackson township with Abram and Mrs. Chappel attending. The couple, described as an oid worker and bride, received greetings from guests and will start housekeeping with the bride’s parents after the interurban ride.
Evansville resident B Stoegel recalls five years of kidney and bladder sickness that left him weak and unable to work. After three doctors failed him Foley's Kidney Cure brought relief with the first bottle and complete recovery after the second. Davenport & Ehle sell the medicine.
In Wells County Indiana George J Barcus files a divorce complaint against Marie Agnes Barcus a non resident defendant must answer by November 21 1904 at Bluffton Court House The notice warns the case will proceed in her absence if she does not appear Attested by Clerk Hugh D Studabarker September 2 1904 A W Hamilton attorney for plaintiff.
Sealed bids will be received at the county auditor's office until 2 p m October 4 1904 for furnishing supplies to the county infirmary and orphans home for the quarter ending December 1 1904. Bids must meet requisitions on file with County Auditor Co 8 Brineman.
John J. Williams has been named administrator of the estate of Alexander, late of Walls county, deceased. The estate is stated as solvent. D.
The notice states William F. Burns, a male resident of Liberty township over 21, will apply at the October term 1904 Wells County Board of Commissioners for a one year liquor license to sell spirituous vinous and malt liquors in quantities under a quart with on premises drinking. Premises on lot 2 Poneto fronting Walnut street describe a frame one story room with specified dimensions and connected south room by double doors.
John S. Clark applies at the Wells County October term 1904 for a one year license to sell and give away intoxicating liquors in quantities under two quarts with on premise consumption. Premises are in the Bliss House basement at inlet No. 81 in Bluffton, fronting Washington and Main streets, with a free lunch counter requested.
Elmer Jamison of Po Neto township Wells county Indiana applies to the Wells county board of commissioners for a one year license to sell and dispense spiritous vinous and malt liquors in quantities under a quart. The described premises front Walnut street on the first floor of a two story frame building on west side of east half of lot 4. The room is twenty by forty feet with a glass front door and one window, no partitions, not linked to other business, and lockable to prevent entry.
In Wells Circuit Court during the September term 1904 Maria Gardenour as administratrix filed final account and vouchers for the estate of John Gardenour deceased. The court will examine the account on September 21 1904 in Bluffton Indiana. Creditors and legatees must appear and show cause why the account should not be approved. Clerk Hugh D Brudabaker signed August 30 1904.
Tam Elm Poles announces purchasing second growth white elm poles at the hub factory near the Clover Leaf railroad in Bluffton, Siz6.
The notice states the company may alter the schedule at any time without prior notice. It identifies JOHN O. CURTIS as Superintendent.
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