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Newspaper
Bowen Weekly Chronicle
Location
Bowen, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1900
Page
4
Boers Seek U S Protectorate or Annexation
A June 7, 1900 report notes Boers from the Kruger government impressed Americans but that the president, who offered to facilitate peace early in the conflict, cannot intervene further. Transvaal hints at seeking U S protectorate annexation or colonial status.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kruger
Transvaal
United States
Birds as Hat Decorations Abandoned by Milliners
Report claims milliners nationwide will drop bird decorations in hats in solidarity with bird protection. The remark notes other groups abandoning human trophies, suggesting safer times for innocent wildlife remains.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Society For the Protection of Birds
War costs and moral critique quoted in public discourse
A speaker claims the Spanish American War cost the United States 8258,000,000, arguing the sum is about one fourth of annual expenses paid to keep troops to harm citizens and destroy property. The remark deems war trivial next to greater evils and asserts war’s futility.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Quincy Farmer Ends Up Near Death In Beer Dare
Ernest Sturhahn a young farmer from near Quincy attempted to drink a gallon of beer in fifteen minutes on a wager. He failed the challenge and narrowly escaped serious harm to life and health.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ernest Sturhahn
Quincy
Kansas Farm Hands Advertised to Harvest Wheat Crop
The state is advertising for 23 000 farm hands to harvest wheat, a move that could affect professional hobos who rely on seasonal labor. The notice signals a large-scale labor push and potential shifts in itinerant workers’ opportunities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kansas
Farmers seek free mail delivery north of Camp Point
The article notes petitions circulating for free mail delivery eight and a half miles north of Camp Point, arguing a post office is unnecessary and delivery would ease farm access during poor growing conditions. It mentions J W Wallace from Golden setting marble at Ebenezer Cemetery and Antioch church Children’s Day slated for the third Sunday in June.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. W. Wallace
Golden
Ebenezer Cemetery
Pee
Antioch
Camp Point
Hur“T
Glorious Cure Reported From Electric Bitters
Dr D B Cargile of Washita I T reports Electric Bitters cured Mrs Brewer of scrofula after years of suffering. Sores on head and face faded and health improved. Described as the best blood purifier and remedy for eczema tetter salt rheum ulcers boils running sores. Benefits liver kidneys bowels digestion strength. 50 cents, Marsh Druggist. Guaranteed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D. B. Cargile
Washita
I. T
Brewer
Scrofula
Marsh
Forethought and Frugality Warned by a Remedy Ad
A past newspaper ad argues bad management keeps people poor while planning ahead saves expenses. It claims Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy is prudent to keep at home, contrasting a cautious owner with a costly, doctor dependent one. Marsh Drugist sells the remedy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
Marsh
Droggist
Modern hydraulic tire setting press described
The article explains the shift from shrinking tires onto wheels by heating to using a hydraulic setting press. The bed consists of 1 1/2 inch sections radiating from a central hub, forming a collar. As the hydraulic sections contract, they draw the tire over the rim and press the wheel to the required dishing.
Monster Devil Fish Disease and Dr King’s Cure
A sensational note claims a monster devil fish disease causes constipation and harms organs nerves and brain. It promotes Dr King’s New Life Pills as a safe cure for stomach liver and bowels at Marsh’s Drug Store for 25 cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. King
Marsh’s
Proprieties and Colds in Social Meetings
A Philadelphia Ledger view advises men with a bad cold to send an excuse for missing engagements rather than attend. Illnesss makes socializing unpleasant for all and risks spreading influenza. Exceptions to attendance are limited to one’s own wedding party or the funeral of a near relative.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia Ledger
A Wealth of Beauty Promised by Arnica Salve
An 25 cent box Bucklen Arnica Salve is advertised to cure skin eruptions and treat cuts burns and piles while boasting a money back guarantee. Testimony from P Ketcham of Pike City California notes relief from sciatic rheumatism using Chamberlain's Pain Balm. Marsh druggist offers both products.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bucklen
Marsh
American Lice Destroyer Promises Pike Profits for Poultry
An advertisement proclaims American Lice Destroyer as a powerful, reliable solution for mites and lice in poultry coops. It claims one package protects 259 birds for a year, boosts profits, offers a money back guarantee, and urges buyers to insist on the product if their local druggist cannot supply it.
Snow Liniment Promises Quick Cure for Wounds
Advertisement claims Ballard's Snow Liniment rapidly cures cuts bruises burns and scalds. Sold for 25 and 50 cents by Marsiy Druggist.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ballard
Marsiy Druggist
Town Property and Farms for Sale or Rent Listed
Those having town property or farms for sale or rent are urged to list with E C Peter, lawyer, Bowen Illinois. Terms reasonable.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E.C. Peter
Bowen
Illinois
Church Directory Retells Sunday Services for Two Congregations
The notice lists Sunday School times 31 at 9 45 a m and preaching at 11 00 a m for Methodist and M B McCoy and H G Vandervoort as pastors. Junior Christian Endeavor Epworth League and social services scheduled with Wednesday prayer meetings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Junior Christian Endeavor
Senior Christian Endeavor
Methodist
Epworth
McCoy
Lodge Directory List of Masonic and related groups
Jessamine Rebekah Lodge No. 507 meets the second and fourth Tuesday in TOOF hall. Secretary Lizzie Pearce and N. G. Edith Norris listed. Uncle Mac Chapter No. 51 OES meets on or before the full moon Tuesday night each month. Bowen Camp No. 1014 MWA meets first and third Monday at 8 pm in Bowen Improvement Co hall. I O F No. 864 meets Thursday nights in I O C F hall Opera block. Bowen Lodge No. 486 A F & A M meets first and third Friday. Royal Circle No. 156 meets fourth Monday night each month. G A R meets Saturday afternoon at 3 in Nash building on or before the full moon. Command er James Tyler listed. Wording notes visiting neighbors cordial.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jessamine
Uncle Mac
O. E.S
Bowen Camp No
Bowen Improvement Company
F.C. Erwin
Crossland
C. F. Hall
G.W. Nash
N. G
Wm. Warner
TH. Ramsey
Bowen Lodge
E. Bucklew
W. M
F. C. Erwin
Royal Circle No
S. Crossland
Joseph Cannon
Nash
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