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Newspaper
Brimfield News
Location
Brimfield, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1917
Page
1
Saturday June 23 shows Marie Doro in The Heart of Nora Flynn a drama of domestic complication with Little Billy, the highest paid child actor, supporting the star. On Tuesday June 2 Dustin Farnum appears with admission 10 cents and the first show at 7 30.
The town dedicated a new 80 foot flag pole with a fresh flag in a Thursday afternoon ceremony. Rev. J S White Rev W G Irish and Rev G W Scott spoke, a young ladies drill impressed attendees, and Dr T J Foley presented the flag on behalf of donors while Dr R B Roberts accepted for the people. Ruby Shane and Elizabeth Johnson pulled the rope as the audience saluted The Star Spangled Banner. The flag and pole cost about 100 dollars, funded by citizens. special thanks were given to Glen Shane Harlan Pemble and Grover Talmage for labor.
Mrs Mary M Harding wife of Adam Harding died at her Brimfield home after several months illness. Funeral services were held at St Josephs church yesterday at 10 a.m. Burial followed in Calvary cemetery. An extended life sketch will appear in the next issue.
Brimfield authorities report repeated violations of the automobile speed law by locals and in town residents. They warn that persistent offenders, especially youths under the age limit, risk having their driving rights revoked and arrest and fines. Signed T J Foley, President.
An old advertisement promotes Dr King’s New Life Pills as a remedy for constipation and related health symptoms. It urges readers to note headaches biliousness nervousness and muddy skin and to buy the pills from a druggist for 25 cents.
Marquis Marquis De Bel Air No 3242 is insured at 15 dollars to stand for the season of 1917. Duscace value to prevent accidents. owner BR. R Marks not responsible for any occurrences.
The schedule lists Senachwine will beat Joe Carroll from Tuesday noon to Wednesday noon, then at Andrew Mather's from Wednesday noon to Thursday noon, and at Aby's barn in Laura from Thursday noon to Saturday eight. Other participants include Balance of time theme, McDonough Bros., Pete McCormick, and Groom.
A historic ad touts Dr Kings New Discovery to treat colds and coughs after exercise and drafts. It promises early treatment to prevent worse symptoms and suggests keeping the balsam remedy on hand. Available at drugstores for 50 cents and 1 dollar.
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