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Newspaper

Brimfield News

Location

Brimfield, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Dec 10, 1903

Page

5

Fragmentary Notice Scrawled From a Local Page

Fragmentary OCR text shows garbled phrases about items or people and mentions Geo. with unclear roles. No coherent event or context is discernible to identify a proper headline or action.

Local notes and events mix in Augusta area items

Holiday revival attendance at Oak Hill and Congregational church plans. a 200 egg incubator for sale. Harry Pacey delivers a horse to Newton Kansas and plans to visit relatives. Miss Lillie King hauls corn for a school organ fund. Arnholt Camp officers named. Princeville and Brimfield football result 6 to ? in Chichester field. bird nest found thirty feet up maple tree near Maher's.

Harry Pacey Watson Bros Newton Kansas Congregational Church Christian Endeavor Society Augusta Lillie King Arnholt Camp BR. N. A Oracle J. H. Carson E.E. Murphy Fred Arber D. L. Danforth Ed Ms. Maher Inner Sentinel Nettie Johnson Outer Sentinel John Church Princeville Brimfield Zboys Brimfield Jamatean Arthur Pacey Easl Maher Ian Faas

Local Notices and Social Chatter from Elmwood and Peoria

A mix of local items recounts Foley medicine sold by Wm. Robinson & Co. and Mrs. Peterson, church bazaar at Laura M.E. on Dec 16, plus attendance at Mary Williams funeral. The tale of Ed Maher and a lost horse unfolds with a home return and a late night search. Chicago Record-Herald Magazine preview and Sunday paper samples promoted to dealers.

Foley Wm. Robinson &Co Peterson Emwood A. 3. Keefer St Oak Hill Laura M.E. Church Michiael Elmwood Vand Matthew ‘Ryan Peoria Mary Williams Ed M. Maher Brimfield Herman Memler Henry Johnson Maher Tel Grean Auskropolita Ur Chicago Tts Sention Récord-Herala'sa Record-Herala Record-Herald Sgils

Notice of sale and settlement by Freeman and Co Brimeld

Freeman and Co thank customers after selling entire stock to Mr C L Dun gan. They request all owing customers to call and settle accounts promptly to close the books.

Brimeld C. L. Dungan Freeman & Co

Duncan & Co announces continuation of Free man & Co stock in Brimfield

Notice from Duncan & Co. stating they have purchased the stock of Free man & Co. in Brimfield and will continue the liberal patronage the business has enjoyed. They pledge a complete stock in all departments and every effort to satisfy trade in these lines.

Free‘aman & Co Brimfield Duncan & Co

Cemetery contributions since last report noted

Summary of cemetery fund contributions since the previous report shows Mrs Guy, Miss Jane Ford, and Mrs Carte contributing $79.50. Bichard Pacey serves as Treasurer of the Cemetery Association.

Previo Guy Well Jane Ford Carte Treas. Cem. As

Stray Red Yearling Steer Found Near Brimfield

A dark red yearling steer wandered to a farm three miles northeast of Brimfield about three weeks ago. Owner may claim by proving ownership and paying for notice and pasture. L. Porrrr.

Estray Brimfield L. Porrrr

Public Sale At Farm Near Brimfield On Dec 18 1903

Joseph Blondy will sell at public sale at his farm a mile southeast of Brimfield on Friday Dec 18 1903. Ten head of horses two mules scows two fresh two sheifers two short horn bull calves two wagons farming implements hay and other articles. Doug Mc Deanett auctioneer. Sale begins at 10 o clock.

Joseph Blondy Brimfield Doug. McDeanett

Notice of Public Sale in Peoria County

Fragmentary OCR text references a public sale notice in Peoria County, Illinois. It notes an administrator and a legal action related to property with unclear details and dates omitted. The readable items include official wording about a sale and involved parties, but specifics are unavailable.

Better Than a Plaster Pain Balm Advertisement

A dampened flannel bound on the affected parts provides relief for a lame back and pains in the side or chest. Chamberlain's Pain Balm is praised as superior for deep seated muscular and rheumatic pains. Sold by Wm. Robinson & Co.

Wm. Robinson & Co

Reform School adopts Foley's Honey and Tar medicine

J G Glock superintendent of Prunty town West Virginia Reform School reports after trying alternatives they will use Foley's Honey and Tar exclusively as the most effective and harmless remedy sold by Wm Robinson & Co.

J.G. Glock Pruntytown W. Va West Virginia Reform School Wm. Robinson & Co

Haracter as Commercial and Ethical Value

A compact discussion argues that character functions as both a market asset and a moral standard. It explores how integrity shapes trust, performance, and social responsibility in business and civic life.

Haracter

Kodol Dyspepsia Care Endorsed by Governor Atkinson

Kodol Dyspepsia Care claims to digest all foods and cure dyspepsia and stomach troubles. It purports to rebuild tissues, purify and strengthen the stomach and blood. Governor G. W. Atkinson of West Virginia says he used it and found it effective and powerful for stomach ailments. Sold by all druggists.

Gov G. W. Atkinson W.va Enya All Druggista Kodol Boline E. O. Dewitt &Go Chicago

Italian scientist links wisdom teeth absence to crime

An Italian scientist claims that criminals often lack wisdom teeth. The remark ties dental development to behavior, prompting discussion on biology and ethics without presenting broad scientific consensus or evidence.

How to Prevent Croup for Mothers and Children

This notice encourages giving Chamberlain's Cough Remedy at the first sign of hoarseness or the rough cough preceding croup. It claims the remedy dispels all symptoms and avoids danger, noting widespread use by mothers and recommending Wm. Robinson & Co. as sellers.

Wm. Robinson & Co

Ostrich Farming Emerges as Profitable Business in Australis

Australis reports ostrich farming turning into a thriving industry with rising sales and new farms. Local entrepreneurs expand operations as demand grows for meat, eggs, and feathers. The development signals a shift toward diversified agriculture in the region.

Australis

Cured Paralysis Claim For Ballard's Snow Liniment

W.8. Bailey of True Texas reports his wife suffered paralysis in her arm for five years and Ballard's Snow Liniment cured her. He also used it for an old sore frost bite and skin eruptions. Sold by Wm Robisson & Co. 25c 50c 1.00.

Baily P. O. True Texas Ballard Wm. Robisson & Co

Past experiences teach wiser counsel than patterns

Comment reflects on how lessons from memory guide decisions better than rigid procedures. The saying suggests that experiential insight outweighs standardized templates in shaping practical judgment and prudent conduct.

Mortgage Loan Offer Promises High Returns Across Regions

A historical ad promotes mortgage loans with promised high profits from fruit growing rice sugar cane and cotton in the South. It cites figures and endorsements from Walter Clark Chief Justice Josephus Daniels editor and others, urging readers to contact John T. Patrick Pine Bluff North Carolina for information on lands and water powers and loaning money.

Joan Walter Clark Supreme Court North Carolina Seaboard Aw Lins Bortamouth He Clement Daily Boston South Sinter John T. Patrick Pinebluff N.C

Heart Fluttering and Digestive Advice From Ad Copy

An 19th century style ad advises that undigested food causes heart palpitations and recommends taking Herbine for a few days. It notes the remedy is sold by Wm Robinson & Co and warns against temptation while feeding at the table.

Wm Robinson & Co

Foley's Honey and Tar Promoted as Quick Cure

An advertisement touts Foley's Honey and Tar as the best remedy for coughs and colds, claiming rapid relief and prevention of serious fevers. It notes the product is sold by Wm. Robinson & Co. A remarks about a dog valued at $500 contrasts with the desire for the other person to keep his money in the pup.

Foley Wm. Robinson & Co

Cough medicines and safety contrast Foley's Honey and Tar

The piece warns that many cough medicines contain opiates causing constipation and potential danger to children, contrasting Foley's Honey and Tar as opiate free and safe. It also includes a stray line about a strawberry bed and plant freezing as a separate, unclear note.

Foley Kidney Care Claims Cure for Buffalo Operator

A. H Thurnes, a Buffalo coal operator, reports years of kidney and bladder trouble relieved by Foley's Kidney Care. He says the medication dissolved stones, eliminated pain, and made him feel like a new man, declaring it "a thousand dollars' worth of good." Soti by Wm. Rob

A. H Thurnes Buffalo, C Foley Soti Wm. Robinson & Co

Manager Watted for County and Territory Work

Trustworthy person sought to manage business in this County and adjoining territory. Requires solid financial standing and favorable references. Salary 220.00 per? month plus expenses. expenses advanced. Permanent position. Address Manager 610 Monon Bldg Chicago IL.

Monon Bldg Chicago

Boy Saved From Membranous Croup by Cough Syrup

Winchester Indiana citizen C W Lynch reports his son suffered a severe membranous croup attack and found relief after Foley's Honey and Tar. He credits the product with saving his boy's life, noting relief after one dose and praising the remedy sold by Wm. Robinson.

C.W Lynch Winchester Ind Foley Wm. Robinson

Woman Raises Turkeys Bets on Self Help Wealth

A local woman who has raised four flocks of turkeys plans to fare better this year by relying on her own efforts rather than spending income from a man’s pockets.

Costly Mistake and Expensive Remedies Note

Fragmented OCR text notes reflection on costly mistakes and references to tonics and digestive pills. Mentions Dyspepsia remedies, Liver or Bowel troubles, and unclear phrases about medicines and life outcomes. Contains many garbled words and stray names.

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