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Newspaper
Brimfield News
Location
Brimfield, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 07, 1903
Page
5
Dark bay stallion Young Redwood, 1st hands high and 1230 pounds, sired by Old Redwood. Dam is a road mare with superior style and action and a kind disposition. Colt quality noted. located 4 miles west of Brimfield at the owner Jas. P. McCosdosoveGnu’s barn on Mondays and Tuesdays in 1903.
The Village Stock Farm states Hackney stallion Mammoth Jack and two black Percherons will be at home during the 1903 season except for one draft horse moved temporarily. Colts speak for themselves and buyers should investigate before breeding. The Jack will be kept this last season and sold at season end. terms unchanged from last season. see bills for details.
Santos the black horse will perform at Wm. Kelly's on the old Brooks farm west of Brimfield on Thursdays and Fridays each week during the season. Owners Wate and Breed note the schedule in this brief notice.
Tom the prize winning stallion stands in 1903 at multiple farms: Sloan near Brimfield Lucas Barret Laura Kelly near Monica and at Monica livery. Offspring already show promise. breeders urged to see this horse. Stoan & Kelly own the animal.
It is made from a prescription of a leading Chicago physician and one of the country’s eminent doctors. The ingredients are the purest money can buy and are scientifically blended to their maximum value. Sold by Wm Robinson & Co.
Over twenty years Jews acquired 51,540 acres in Palestine. The land supports twenty one villages and thirteen plantations established on the holdings.
Dr T G Merritt of No Mehoopany Pa describes a startling test that cured a patient after violent stomach hemorrhages from stomach alteration. He prescribed Electric Bitters, noting immediate improvement and no further attacks in 14 months. The remedy is guaranteed for dyspepsia indigestion constipation and kidney troubles at 50 cents at Wm Robinson Co.
An enterprising New York draper employs an assistant expert in arranging cravats for weddings. The assistant helps bridesmaids and attendants adjust their attire for the auspicious event.
A farmer near Pattens Mill New York describes using Chamberlain's Pain Balm for rheumatism. He paid nothing if unsatisfied, then returned days later to buy another bottle after quick relief. Sold by Wm. Robinson & Co.
Hungary leads in pet service adoption by using cycles and mortars for the same purpose, becoming the first country to embrace these options for animal care.
D H Turner of Demo Pa proclaims a two week nightly use of Dr King New Life Pills as making him feel like his teens again. The pills claim to aid liver stomach and bowels and are described as purely vegetable and effective. Available for 25 cents at Wm Robinson store.
Fishermen report poor luck in streams this year while coal supplies at Tully and Heaton’s bank remain ample. Frank Shane of Kickapoo visits friends. Maude Burt enjoys a buggy ride though ill winter kept her home. Des Moines prize for best family group photographed by Iowa photographer Will Dyall places Snyder family second. The Peoria District Ministerial Association meets with Rev. E Van Pelt elected chair and notes a strong session at the M E church.
Mrs. Johanna M. Grace Crahan Weston died at her Laura area home on April 28 1903 born in Peoria Illinois in May 1855 She married John F Crahan February 13 1879 at St Josephs Brimfield They had nine children eight survived Mayme Ida Mabel Pearl Josie Mat Joha and Earl Funeral held May 1 at St Josephs Brimfield conducted by Rev Jas Shannon and Rev A Mainville interment Calvary Cemetery Flowers from M W A and Knights of Pythias.
The family of Joan F. Crawan and children express sincere thanks to friends neighbors and the Modern Woodmen and Knights of Pythias for acts of sympathy and the floral tributes during their sad bereavement.
For sale is the undivided interest of Mrs Maggie Shane in the real estate of the late Ezekiel Caldwell. Enquire with Frank Shane in Oak Hill Til.
J. A. Gulledge of Verbena Alabama suffered a severe piles illness with 24 tumors. After doctors failed Bucklen’s Arnica Salve quickly checked inflammation and cured him. It conquers aches and kills pain. 25 cents at Wm. Robinson & Co. druggists.
A New York Press commentary argues physicians serving the ultra rich must monitor every minor symptom and tailor treatment to fit billionaire lifestyles. It suggests Morgan and Rockefeller imply vast expectations and even huge salaries for perfect longevity.
London report cites authoritative sources that William Waldorf Astor is likely to stand for a London constituency at the next general election. He has been asked before, and a deputation recently urged consideration, though he offered no firm promise. Neil Primrose may also be chosen for Midlothian, a seat once held by Gladstone, noted for his winning personality.
A New York reception last week stirred envy over Mrs Langtry’s complexion with fashionables noting she is 50 in a minute. A faded beauty suggests Jersey as the secret saying Langtry spends weeks each season on a Jersey farm and lives like a farm girl.
An editorial contrasts scientific forestry with lumbering and notes New York state owns 2,244 square miles of Adirondack and Catskill lands for fire protection. It also recounts P A B Widener’s failed trolley ride experiment and his reliance on steam rail.
An ad proclaims Dr King’s New Discovery for lung and throat troubles a sure cure. Mrs C B VanMetre of Shepherdstown WV reports recovery from Bronchitis after one bottle. Claimed to treat Croup Whooping Cough Grip Pneumonia and Consumption. Trial bottles free regular size 50c and $1.00.
A Hiattville Kansas physician adjudged insane by the probate court was sent to Fort Scott jail as there was no asylum space. A Hiattville delegation then sought his return to treat local sickness, and the judge granted the request for him to resume practice in Hiattville.
A fragment describes Tobel in Switzerland as a charming prison with few guards, no armed guards, open cells, and inmates free to see guards. Prisoners may read paper ink newspapers and enjoy cider and kitchen dainties, while avoiding guards’ bags.
James M. Swank completed thirty years of continuous service with the American Iron and Steel association at year end. He served first as secretary and later as general manager. As a souvenir he presented members a booklet with production statistics for iron and steel iron ore and coal across the United States Great Britain Germany France and Belgium up to 1901.
A Philadelphia public school teacher lectured on animals to a class of many foreign-born students. He noted the kangaroo has a tail but little to say about it. A pupil later wrote about native animals and attached a line about the kangaroo having two teeth that should not be talked about.
Wanted several persons of character and good reputation in each state to represent and advertise a wealthy business house. Salary 21.00 weekly with expenses, all payable in cash each Wednesday from head offices. Horse and carriage provided when necessary. References. Enclose self addressed envelope. Colonial Co. 654 Dearborn St. Chicago.
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