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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Apr 10, 1903
Page
4
An older newspaper feature extols mothers burdened by household church and family duties noting nervous strain from caregiving. It promotes Vinci a cod liver oil tonic with Vintax as a digestional aid claiming benefits for nursing mothers tired home helpers and even children. It promises a money back guarantee if not convincing.
R I Drucco reports the town council held its regular monthly session Tuesday evening with full board present. Election of a fire department engineers board drew special interest with chief candidates including Spencer Rounds Henry M Thompson John T Ashton John E Magee and Charles C Wilson. A communication from Dreadaught and King Philip companies endorsing John E Magee for chief was received after many ballots.
Rhode Island Drug Company teams with the popular druggists to distribute free Mi o na samples. Present the coupon at participating stores to receive the dyspepsia cure.
A Rhode Island Drug Co coupon offers two days free Mi-o-na treatment at local stores. The remedy, Bristol launch and popular, is guaranteed to refund if it fails to cure. Samples are limited. 50 cent box. Also report: town meeting committee, Capt Robert N Turver chair, Merton A Cheesman secretary, to discuss ferry links with Rhode Island Island.
Charles C. Wilson was elected town official. John E. Magee and Edward S. Cooney named first and second assistant engineers. William J. Ashton and others contested the dog constable post. William A. Rawson won. Resignations and appointments filled several town posts. Licensing actions granted for Crowninshield tavern and others. Highway work plans, bridge flats, and harbor dumping were discussed. Budget and repairs authorized, with jurors and record rebinding approved. Fireworks permit issue and printing cost debate noted.
Charles C. Wilson is installed as chief engineer with a long Hydraulion tenure and ten years as foreman. He previously served three years on the Town Council, aiding municipal business and department transactions, marking strong qualifications for his new duties. John E. Magee becomes first assistant after years on the board and prior service with the Dreadnaught company. Edward Cooney, second assistant engineer, brings several years with the King Philip Steamer company.
An old advertisement claims Blood Wine rebuilds strength and cures run down conditions by purging the blood. It touts testimonials as proof and urges readers to try the 50 cent bottle, promising dramatic health restoration through a complete system cleanse.
Mr Carroll from Michigan reports nine months of bowel trouble, fifteen doctors, misdiagnosis, and one mistaken appendicitis concern. One bottle of Blood Wine stopped diarrhea in three days, gained twenty five pounds in three weeks, and he credits the remedy with saving his life after a prolonged illness and failed treatments. The testimonial emphasizes integrity and gratitude from a businessman named G. J. Carroll.
A 1903 New York letter from Mrs. E. J. Winchel describes extreme exhaustion and recovery after taking Blood Wine, noting renewed strength to continue work and a friend who also improved after six bottles.
A man with general debility liver and kidney trouble chills fever headaches and joint lameness after twenty years finds relief with Blood Wine. Once unable to work more than six to eight hours daily he gains strength vigor and ease in daily labor following the remedy.
A brief testimonial praises Blood Wine as a safe sure cure packed with toning value. The writer thanks gentlemen for the restorative power it contains, claiming no danger to heart or stomach and signing R. Sikits. A closing note addresses ladies and gentlemen.
Washington report from March 8 1903 describes Elsie a typhoid fever patient left with consumption after doctors gave up. After starting Blood Wine she improved rapidly, leaving her strongest in years. The letter credits the remedy with saving her life and mentions family use and recommendations.
A Washington claim presents sworn statements by an insurance collector who has frequented the young lady's house for over four years and speaks as a medical student. The text asserts honesty of every word and hints at further details to follow in a formal testimony.
The speaker notes astonishment at the outcome related to Blood Wine given the severity of her illness and the reaction mirrors that of her physicians. Contact: J W Prakson agent for Beavlbapie Insurance Co at 605 F Street.
J E Kraus of 343 Cherry Street Corussia Pennsylvania recounts a serious fall on June 17 1902 that left him bedridden for two months. After using Blood Wine starting October 1 he consumed eight bottles and reports improved health and the ability to walk, endorsing Blood Wine as a strong tonic for all ages.
Mrs. Irving Mack of Cambridge Massachusetts recalls a brutal grip that left her a wreck with no appetite and frayed nerves. She feared death as medicines failed and despair grew, her strength waning and she barely walked the street.
A woman credits Blood Wine with curing a presumed consumption after repeated illness. She says Divine Providence led to the remedy, which she claims restored her health and gave her vigor to work again. Neighbors who know her testimony support her claims.
A 1903 testimonial from Concorp New Hampshire describes Blood Wine improving alertness and reducing ear trouble after three months of use. The writer notes clearer thinking, intends further use, and credits the product with boosting a child’s health. The letter ends with the signer’s name and address.
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