A Creeping Death and a Darning Socks Tale
A note from Belle Plaine Mina recounts a friend severely wounded hand saved by Bucklen's Amica Salve drawing out poison and saving his life. The ad promotes the salve as best for burns and sores at 25 cents in Wm Robinson & Co drug store. A quirky line adds a woman’s idea of good luck finding socks in a pile that don t need darning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E Stearns
Belle Plaine
Mina
Bucklen
Wm Robinson & Co
Foley's Kidney Cure Ad Promises Cure for Kidney Disease
A testimonial from Oscar Bowman of Lebanon Kentucky claims Foley's Kidney Cure cures kidney disease if taken at first signs of danger. The advertisement asserts the product strengthens and builds the kidneys unlike any other remedy and notes it is sold by Wm Robinson & Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Foley
Oscar Bowman
Lebanon
Wm Robinson & Co
In the pursuit of the dollar we find it is not always speed that pays
The piece notes that chasing quick profits may not yield lasting gains, emphasizing steady, prudent effort over rapid risk taking in financial endeavors. The commentary reflects a cautious view of aggressive tactics in business or trading contexts.
Pain Balm Offers Quick Relief From Rheumatism
Why suffer when one application of Chamberlain's Pain Balm relieves pain and aids rest and sleep. Many users expect brief relief, only to find lasting improvement. Mrs. V. U. Leggett of Yum Yum Tennessee reports total rheumatism relief, and Wm Robinson & Co sells it.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
Aufferin
V. UB. Leggett
Yum Yum
Tennessee
U 8. A
Tam
Wm Robinson & Co
Memorial Day Exercises Observance and Program
Commander G C Goyer reports General Orders on Memorial Day observance. A program includes recalling Union soldiers, marching to the cemetery, singing, an oration by Rev G P Snedaker, Lincoln Gettysburg reading, and services at Soldier's Lot. All Veterans, Fraternal and Civic groups invited to participate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. C. Goyer
G. L. Fort Post
Department of Illinois
Union
Plymouth Rock
Phillipines Ban
Grand Army of the Republic
Veterans and Sons of Veterans
G. A. BR. Hall
Opera House
BR Pacey
G P Snedaker
Brimfield Band
Lincoln
The Dane Hay Loader Bragg's Serviceable Farm Implement
A practical wood iron and steel hay loader built entirely from durable materials at Bragg's. Described as serviceable and satisfactory for farm use, highlighting its sturdy construction and ready performance for hay handling tasks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bragg's
Flowers for Memorial Day Decoration Drive at Brimfield
The ladies of Brimfield and vicinity are urged to meet at Chester's hall Monday afternoon to help arrange wreaths and bouquets for Memorial Day at the cemetery. Send evergreen to the hall or report numbers to committee members. Helpers needed all forenoon at the hall and baskets. The Soldier's Lot will honor Brimfield enlistees who did not return.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brimfeld
Chichester
Brimfield
Settlements of Estates by Kirk and Jochem
Kirk and Jochem attorneys at law in the Masonic Temple building Peoria attend to probate and chancery matters related to estates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kirk & Jochem
Masonic Temple
Adams and
Liberty Streets
Peoria
Cleared for Action Health Claim Ad
An ad for Dr. King's New Life Pills claims the body is cleared for action by a bloom of health on the cheeks bright eyes firm flesh and buoyant mind. It sells at Wm. Robinson & Co.'s drug store for 25 cents.
High School Mates and School Events at Elmwood May 26
Miss Susie Yerby has been absent several days while Mra Pacey conducted a music lesson. The Tract and Wield meet practice continues for Elmwood on May 26. The Eighth Annual Commencement will be held June 2, 1905 at the Opera House with the theme The Voyage of Life. The Reading Circle Commencement occurred Tuesday night with diplomas and seals awarded. The Preliminary Contest at Chichester's hall May 22 crowned Howard Weeks, Emily Chichester, and Stella Martin among top High School contestants.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edna Hayward
Mary Evernden
Harry Hayes
B. Y. George
Benler
Elmwood
Mulvaney
Opera House
Emily Ellis Chichester
Margaret Arvilla Weeks
Mildred Adeline Foster
Reading Circle
Btone
Stone
Chichester
Mercer
Peoria
Jordan
Castleton
Clyde Dille
Howard Weeks
Emily Chichester
Stella Martin
Velma Hayes
Kenneth Yoakam
Alma Dungan
Curtis Cady
Eleanor
Helen Tucker
Jack O'Connor
Boan
Salome Reed
Ke _hoe
Margaret Weeks
Modenstein
Luella Maher
Plants for Sale By J H Pre
Sweet potato tomato cabbage pepper and other plants for sale in season. Mango cayenne sage celery and egg plants available now. Local grower J H Pre offers ready to plant stock suitable for garden and home plots.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J.H. Pre
Jubilee notes and social visits across Peoria area
Reported gatherings and travels include John Johnson and family visiting Sand Point, Lala Brown visiting Greenbush, Mrs Benj Tucker in Peoria, Geo Mulvaney and Oakes family at Jubilee College, Lillie King eye trouble improving, Mrs Robert Symonds’ health improving after Arizona trip, and a large double wedding at St Joseph’s church in Kickapoo between Benjamin Heinz and Mamie Losher and Joseph Stenger and Lacy Losher.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peoria
John Johnson
Ab Sand Point
Lala Brown
Greenbush
Benj. Tucker
Tucker
Quincy
Geo. Mulvaney
Oakes
Old Jubilee College
Lillie King
Robert Symonds
Arizona
St. Joseph’s Church
Kickapoo
Benjamin Heinz
Mamie Losher
Joseph Stenger
Lacy Losher
Devoe Paint Promises Long Lasting, Cost Savings
A letter to R E Burt extols Devoe paint as superior, claiming two thirds the gallons of competitors, twice the longevity, and long term savings. It cites E D Jewel of Corry Pa who repainted with Devoe after using 14 gallons previously, saving money. Devor & Co from New York and Chicago endorse the claim, with Dungan & Co selling the paint.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Devoe
E. D. Jewel
Corry
F. W. Devor & Co
New York
Chicago
Dungan & Co
Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy lauded as best
Local merchant Geo L Chubb from Harlan Mich praises Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy as the best cough medicine he has used. The ad claims it cures coughs or colds faster than other treatments and should be kept at home for instant use. sold by Wm. Robinson & Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Geo. L. Chubb
Also Mentioned on This Page
Dr. King
Jool
Thedford
Caroline Martin
Parkersburg
W. Va
Bright
William Coffrehead
Thedford's Draught
J. A. Reed
Kreed's Auction House
Main Street
Peoria, Ill
Dane
Scott
Susie Yerby
Mra Pacey
C. A. Stone
Bros
R. E. Burt
Brimfield, Illinois
Adams
Mayer Bidg
Corner
Adams & Hamilton Bta
D. M Mayer
Prop
Illinois
JosEra HiLw
Kansas
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