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Newspaper
Brimfield News
Location
Brimfield, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Oct 25, 1900
Page
8
A CAL report notes the signature appears on every box of Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets branded as genuine. The document questions whether the signature implies a cure for colds or is a marketing gimmick.
Johan Oliver of Philadelphia recalls a dramatic recovery after three physicians gave up on him. He credits Electric Bitters, used for three weeks, with restoring strength, appetite, and health. Sold with guarantee at Wm Robinson Cordruz store.
A Paris jeweler displays a white diamond and under magnification points to cluster of tiny diamonds around the edge he calls the female jewel. He says the male gem lacks these buds and that the female stone is larger, more brilliant, and longer lasting. The New York Ledger is cited.
Itching piles are said to be cured by Bucklen's Arnica Salve described as the best salve for injuries pains or eruptions. The ad claims thousands cured and guarantees a cure with price at 25 cents per box sold by W A Robinson & Co druggists.
A fragmented clipping reports deaths from lightning near Huntsville and an incident at a home near Etowah County. It mentions a man named Jack and an individual killed while plowing, with scattered references to Atlanta and Cadron but details are unclear.
Local notes report upcoming election eligibility rules for Illinois residents including age proof and residency requirements. It notes women cannot vote in most races, except university trustee elections, and mentions bleak hog markets, horse illnesses, and local incidents. The piece also covers weather rain, visits, and community happenings across Brimfield and nearby towns.
The writer, Curly Tom of Harris Co. 2nd Infantry, sends a casual note from Jolo in the Philippines describing climate, diet, and living conditions. He teases details about lockers, monkeys, and pigs tails in China plans, mentions possible discharge and reenlistment, and greets Brimfield friends while reflecting on supplies, pay, and fever districts.
Members of the Democratic Marching Club are called to assemble at headquarters at seven o’clock sharp on Thursday evening October 25 for a meeting addressed by the Hon. Jesse Black. W B Kerry, Captain of club.
Community snippets report corn farming activity by several farmers, visits among neighbors, a birth, a trip to Kansas, and a birthday gift. The page also includes consumer ads for Rocky Mountain Tea and Kodol Dyspepsia Cure from Wm. Robinson & Co.
A notice lists upcoming Alton panels and shows with Sept Lucius Perry Mills poet Oct 6 St Darwin McKillrath lecturer Oct 20 Alton Packard cartoonist Nov 3 Juanita Glee Club Nov 17 Prof H V Richards lecturer Dec 1 Augustus F Howell entertainer Dec 11 Prof Frederick magician Dec 29 Glazier Jubilee Singers Jan 12 Edward Ownings Towne picture comedy The Little Cupboards Jan 26
A photograph car will be open one day each week on Saturdays, with access arranged through the JLCLCoNe organization. Details specify a single weekly window for viewing and potential services.
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