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Newspaper
Brookhaven Leader
Location
Brookhaven, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Dec 25, 1884
Page
4
We thank friends and patrons for liberal support and pledge faithful service ahead. With ample capital we will pay cash for all we buy year round and offer discounts. Cotton owners urged to settle now as prices may drop. Three months of greatly reduced prices on dry goods clothing groceries and more. Agents for Gullett gin offering inducements for gins and materials.
Town and county items mention holiday school suspensions, local store sales, and a fire destroying a Lincoln residence. Major and Mrs Millsaps plan winter stay, Chancery Court meets, a touching Maggie Lake tribute is noted, and several community events including a Knights of Honor basket supper are announced. Community losses are marked by the death of Mrs. Ed Short and condolences flow to the family.
Fragmentary ad laden page advertises remedies and goods, mentioning Dr Harter Iron Tonic Shiloh's Cure and Dr Kennedy's Favorite Remedy. It includes sale items at Bloom Wesson Miss and various Christmas stock, with vague tragedy references and a mysterious medical claim.
New Orleans resident recounts long battle with avarry, seeking cure in a milder climate. After six months with no relief a visit to Dr. Renting at 18 Dryades street provided immediate aid, two months later total restoration. He now proclaims permanent cure and urges others to seek treatment. Mention of Rommen proprietor of Rolmanns Dime Museum and Grunewald Opera House and Robinsons circus in New Orleans.
Testimonies recount instant straightening of misaligned eyes by Dr Prentice with no pain or need for glasses. Patients from New Orleans to Mississippi describe rapid visual improvement after treatment for long standing strabismus and cataract issues. Endorsements highlight quick recovery and immediate sight restoration.
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