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Newspaper
Brimfield News
Location
Brimfield, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 30, 1901
Page
4
A compact market note cites varied figures such as a 12 percent descriptor and 70 unit mentions, with references to firms and sectors including cereal markets and consumer goods. The fragmentary data points imply price or volume shifts and sectorial performance. Local traders track changes amid a noisy OCR snapshot.
Local notes report Memorial Day exercises this afternoon and plans for July 4th celebration. Peoria Star agent Charlie Travis now represents the paper in town. Several residents visit nearby towns, shopkeepers report strong Brimfield trade, and multiple small ads note sales, farming updates, and home improvements amid dry weather and spring activity.
Mrs. Mary J. Curran long time resident of the vicinity died suddenly at the home of George Mal wvansy west of town Monday evening while tending her daughter at the supper table. Born in Bugsesville Ohio on March 13 1820 she will be buried from the home with funeral services at ten oclock this morning. A fuller obituary will appear in the next issue.
Miss Mary Maggie Alward born in El Paso Woodford Illinois August 1 187 died May 18 190 at age 2 years 9 months 7 days after long stomach troubles and pneumonia She married David Mackie on April 10 1901 Her funeral was at Williamsfield M E church with many attendees Her faith a consistent Christian life and belief in Jesus cited for comfort and rest for the bereaved husband two brothers one sister and her father survive.
The Sabbath school will observe Children’s Day on June 9. Rev. Chas. McCluer filled the Oak Hill pulpit while the Memoral sermon was preached at the opera house Sabbath afternoon. The Sabbath school notes the departure of Prof and Mrs Spiker, wishing them well. The Peona District Ministerial Association met at First church last Tuesday and Wednesday with parishioners Clyde Forney and his mother hosting. Visitors attended the Sabbath service and the pastor’s sermon on Fidelity to Truth drew marked attention. the choir and quartet were praised.
A township Sunday school convention will be held at Bethel M E Church next Sunday June 2. All Sunday school workers and those interested in Sunday school work are invited to attend. If you are not very interested come and perhaps you will become interested. If you are already interested come and receive fresh thoughts and helpful suggestions.
The article highlights how rapid communication now links nations worldwide. It notes telegraph and cable networks shorten gaps between regions and cites The Caracas Becorp-Hesarp’s foreign correspondents and services from The New York Herald, The New York Tribune, and The Associated Press as pivotal to reliable foreign news.
Memorial Day program calls for 2 30 p m assembly at the opera house with singing America a prayer by Rev Geo Simmons of Peoria decorating committees and a march to the cemetery leading to grave decorations. Refreshments including strawberries ice cream and cake served upon return from the cemetery with admission 25c Veterans urged to meet at Garb Hall Sunday at 2 15 and 2 80 p m Com Guyer chair.
On account of commencement and for other reasons the Royal Neighbors and M W A entertainment has been postponed until Wednesday evening June 19 by committee.
Peoria papers report residents of Trivoli and Timber Town eagerly flock to the Lane farm as gas wells release a notable quantity. Neighbors from miles around visit the site to witness the gas escape and assess the young discovery.
Members of John V Brown Camp No 56 8 and 0 of V will meet at the G ARB hall Sunday May 26 at 2 15 Alec Thursday May 30 at 2 15 to participate wear uniforms Eligible Sons are invited to meet with up By Order of Capt.
A health note suggests using Rocky Mountain Tea at night for relief, advising readers to consult their druggist and avoid self harm. The message presents a cautionary tone about personal well being and encourages seeking professional advice. It emphasizes prudent action over rash responses in difficult times.
An old advertisement claims Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets stop coughing and work off the cold in one day. It offers no cure, no pay and lists a price of 25 cents.
J T Weatherwax of Wyandotte Michigan recounts his struggle with consumption and pneumonia and credits Dr King’s New Discovery with saving his life and restoring his health. He notes severe lung trouble and an obstinate cough improved after months of use. Trial bottles free and guaranteed bottles priced 50 cents and one dollar at Wm Robinson & Co.
Pan Am Exposition in Buffalo from May 1 to November 1 1901 offers round trip tickets from Brimfield at set rates. 30 day $27.10 sale May 15–31 final limit 80 days 15 day $22.40 sale May 1–31 final today. 6 day $17.80 sale May 7 14 21 28 final limit first Saturday after sale. Other low rates to St Paul M W A meeting June 10–15, Epworth League San Francisco July 16–21 $48 round trip. Colorado Utah low rates and Home Beckers tickets on 1st and 3rd Tuesday monthly. R B Muresy Agt.
A long list of fraternal organizations and groups outlines regular meeting times and officers. K of P Zylka Lodge 479 meets Fridays at 4 pm in M W A Hall, with Hennsy McMuee as C C. Brimfield District Court of Honor 487 meets first Tuesday evenings monthly, led by Wm Kelly and Mrs Esther Miller. Brimfield Fire Company 2 holds third Mondays at Village Hall with A Pacey and A E Cutchester. John V. Brown Camp 66 8 V Div meets alternate Mondays in G A R Hall, led by ARTHUR Pacey and 38 Guyer. Brmyrmeip Camp 847 meets alternate Wednesdays at Camp Mall with A Campelierlain and Pacry as clerk. Royal Nevissors Arnholt Camp 208 meets alternate Wednesdays at M W A Hall, with Wires and Evten Weers as Oracle and Mrs Cannm Arner as Sec. The W F F M 8 of the Methods Church meets first Thursdays in the afternoon with Mrs Mary Brooks and Mrs Mary E Cady as officers.
E. O. Boice of Somers Point New York says he suffered severe piles until using De Witt's Witch Hazel Salve. After a single application he forgot he had any ailment. Warning to beware of imitation products and to ask for De Witt's Wm. Robinson & Co.
An advertisement states that a cold can be cured in one day by taking Laxative Bromo and Quinine Tablets. It promises a refund from all druggists if the cure fails and is signed by E. W. Groves.
Trustees offer sale of church building and lot for 500 dollars cash, subject to price terms. Brimfield area church trustees announce sale details and conditions for potential buyers.
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