Old Settlers Picnic A Splendid Success In Brimfield
The eleventh annual Old Settlers Picnic at Brimfield turned a rain delay into a bright afternoon spectacle. Elmwood’s band lifted spirits as 2500 to 3000 attendees enjoyed music, an oration by Rev. Geo T. Simmons, a lighthouse of community pride, and assorted contests with prizes. Visitation from Peoria and nearby towns surged, with a balloon ascent led by Prof. Ashlock, and a closing band concert. The event honored local deaths and listed attendees from Galva to Chicago, marking a resilient, well attended rural celebration.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brimfield
Picnic Association
Elmwood
Peoria
J. J. Pursell
America
Pacey
Old Settlers’ Association
Geo. Ti. Simmons
First Baptist Church
Rey Simmons
Asie
Grandimama
Mazel Hasward
Acheter
Che Odette
Flo Biorto
Secretara
Ceds AO
Zu'a Strain
Jo Wo Johnson
Seba Moore
Ro Strain
Kramm
Harry Wyman
Allie McDonnell
John Fuchs
Harry Culbertson
Leslie Hayes
Lst
Herbert Moon
Sue King
Jubilee
Lois Moore
Ashlock
Bart
George Radley
D.r.english
E. W. Cuichester
Thos. Megan
Jesse Forney
Funeral for Patrick McCabe in Brimfield Church
Funeral services for Patrick McCabe who died in Peoria on August 14 were held at St. Joseph’s church Brimfield at 9 30 in the morning. Rev Father Mainville celebrated the requiem high Mass and Rev James Shannon of Peoria preached. Despite heavy rain, many neighbors traveled far to pay tribute. The widow Catherine McCabe and all surviving children accompanied the body to Calvary Cemetery for interment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Patrick McCabe
Peoria
St. Joseph’s Church
Brimfield
High Maes
Father Mainville
James Shannon
St. Joseph’s
Mia
Catherine McCabe
E. D McCabe
Georgs McCabe
Chatsworth
Alice McClory
Chicago
E.B. McCabe
Kate McCabe
Calvary Cemetery
Lost White Wiki Fan Left at Office Is Reward Offered
A white wik fan item was left at the office and a liberal reward is offered for its return. Urges finder to contact the office with information.
Prevented A Tragedy by New Discovery
Mrs. George Long of New Sterneville Ohio credits De Ning's New Discovery with saving two lives after a long cough kept her awake at night. She says it cured her throat and lung troubles and also cured Mr. Long of pneumonia. The remedy costs 50 cents or 1.00 and bottles are available at Wm Robinson & Co's drug store with a money back guarantee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Long
New Sterneville
Ohio
Anil
de. Ning
Mr. Long
Wm Robinson & Co
Notice to take orders for wood iron pump and windmill work
Having decided to enter business for myself I shall be pleased to receive orders for all kinds of wood and iron, pump repairing, windmill repairing, tin work, spouting, etc., and all kinds of work in my line.
Notice of sale and thanks from harness dealer J W Johnson
J W Johnson announces sale of his harness business to W A Marshall and thanks patrons for past support. He asks all debtors to settle accounts at the shop promptly and extends best wishes to his successor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. A. Marshall
J. W. Johnson
Story Of A Slave And The Electric Bitters
Manchester man claims his wife was bedridden for five years before using Electric Bitters. He touts the cure for female ailments and general weakness, saying the remedy restored her ability to work and function independently. Sold by Wins Robinson & Co. for 50 cents with a guarantee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George D. Williams
Manchester
Mich
Native runners race amid Yankee cheer in ad jingle
The fragment teases a sports or promotional line about Philippine natives and a Yankee yell, noting a brisk gait after consuming Rocky Mountain Tea and advising readers to ask their druggist. The item appears as an old advertisement or slogan snippet.
Nebraska the Land of Plenty promotional plea
An old promotional note extols Nebraska as abundant and affordable. It invites readers to request The Corn Belt monthly and The West Nebraska Grazing Country booklet, promising healthy climate, cheap land, and easy terms. It advertises cheap excursion tickets on the first and third Tuesdays each month to visit Nebraska, urging readers to ask their ticket agent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nebraska
West
De Witt's Little Early Risers Pills Ad Claim
An advertisement touts De Witt's Little Early Risers pills as unmatched for promptness and pleasantness, endorsed by Wm. Robipeon & Co. The copy emphasizes quick relief and agreeable effects from the product.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
de Witt
Wm. Robipeon & Co
Bargains in Land Across Nebraska and Iowa Listings
Land and immigration agent W. J. Wixett advertises 160 acre plots near Clearfield Iowa and Beaver City Trenton Intvale with prices from 1 000 to 25 per acre. Also 140 and 240 acre tracts near Ayer Blockton and Muindan plus ranch property in Peoria Knox Fulton counties. Trade offers considered.
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Clearfield
Towa
Muindan
Neb
Ayer
Intvale
Neh
Beaver City
Furnace Co
Trenton
Hitchcock Co
Peoria Knox
Fulton County
Wixeet
Farmington, N
Q. B.B
DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve Endorsed Against Fakes
An 1880s advertisement warns that counterfeit salves imitate DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve by disguising as poxes and wrappers. It urges consumers to choose DeWitt's, claiming it cures piles and all skin diseases and is sold by Wm. Robinson & Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
DeWitt
Wm. Robinson & Co
E. C. Dewitt & CO
Chicago
Bargain prices at Strain's for home essentials
In The Spring Time in The Spring Time the ad urges customers to buy screen doors windows lawn mowers gasoline stoves gasoline and ovens that bake at Strain's. It lists screen wire poultry netting fielding tackle washing machines shovels hoes and rakes as needed items.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Strain
For Sale or Trade Bakery and Restaurant Stock and Building
For sale or trade my bakery and restaurant stock including building and fixtures of all kinds. In first class condition. Only bakery in town and good restaurant trade. Reason for selling is going into another business. H. A. Forsey.
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H. A. Forsey
Brimfield Village Levy and Assessment Ordinance Passed
An annual levy and assessment ordinance for Brimfield Illinois sets a total tax of 1200 dollars for street and sidewalk, police and street commissioner, salaries, and miscellaneous purposes for the current fiscal year. The village clerk is directed to file a certified copy with Peoria County Clerk. approved and signed August 6, 1900 by President W L Hayw axp and Village Clerk Addison Pacey.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brimfield
Milnois
Peoria County
Ilinois
W. L. Haywaxp
Addison Pacey
Photograph car open Saturdays for short time
The photograph car will be open one day each week Saturdays for a short time. J.C. Conz & Sow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J.C. Conz & Sow
Burlington Route Excursions and Special Summer Fares
National encampment of the G A R in Chicago from August 27 to September with round trip fare and tickets on sale across late August. Special summer excursions to Colorado Utah and the Black Hills at about one fare, plus low rates to California Oregon and Puget Sound. Colorado Utah and Salt Lake City tickets include stopover options and varied sale dates through August. Ordinary round trip tourist tickets available daily at higher summer rates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Ill
Colorado
Utah
Black Hills
California
Oregon
Puget Sound
R.R. Murphy
L.tand
Salt Lake City
Ogden
Denver
Illinois State Fair Announces Revised Premiums for 1900
The Illinois State Fair at Springfield runs September 24 to 29 under the State Board of Agriculture. The premium list, called the Greatest Fair on Earth, is being distributed nationwide with revised classifications, more premiums, and a total cash premium pool of 40,000 dollars. Exhibitor care and grounds beautification are emphasized as preparations continue. Premium lists are available from the Secretary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State Board of Agriculture
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OLD Settlers
L. D. Ford
Mary Gilbert
Daniel Lucas
Joseph Blarchard
Mary McKune
Joseph Eaton
James F. Farnum
WH. Jordan
Diana Gill
Wm. L Wiley
George Thompson
John Tulley
Richard Radley
A.C Cady
Galva
V. Atén
Buda
Samuel Church
Thomas Fox
Wyoming
Ben Todd
John Higgins
Kate Kelley
James Sloan
John Hammer
Manito
Land OF
Iowa
Missouri
Kansas
Burlington
Springfield
Lewis
Central Agricultural Society of
Stark County
Wyoming Fair
Illinois
J. W. Smith
W. G. Snyder
Nalen
WM. George
Europe
Africa
Asia
Chicago Record
United States
Associated Press
THE
Mercator
Becton
Madison Street
T. Zickarooge Med
Dr. King
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