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Newspaper
Butler Weekly Times
Location
Butler, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Apr 16, 1908
Page
1
A district judge in a U S court endorses Peruna as an invigorating tonic in a brief noting the product’s claimed health benefits. The circuit judge era is referenced as now United, signaling a transition in the judiciary.
The letter explains that only unsolicited testimonials with a recent photograph and full name and address are deemed usable for Peruna advertising. It states they publish hundreds of such testimonials and reject fraudulent claims as dishonorable and commercially disastrous.
W H Parsons ex State Senator ex Special Judge and Brigadier General in Confederate Army writes from 925 A St NW Washington DC praising Peruna for grip symptoms after four months of illness. He notes better appetite and stomach tone after one week and urges others to consider the remedy. Charles Schweihs of Lexington Texas also reports relief from catarrh of the liver and general improvement after using the medicine, expressing heartfelt thanks.
Testimonies from W O Clement of Rome Georgia and Moses Merrill of Columbus Kansas praise Peruna. Clement says six weeks of use improved liver function relieved constipation and eliminated catarrh symptoms. Merrill reports regular bowel movements improved appetite and digestion with perceived cure of systemic catarrh.
President Roosevelt sent a letter to the Attorney General directing action against Southen railroads not providing equal Jim Crow cars for Black passengers paying first class fares. He cites the Nashville Chattanooga and St Louis Railroad as not complying with Interstate Commerce Commission orders. He emphasizes immediate compliance amid complaints from colored citizens.
A Metropolitan Magazine excerpt portrays General Robert E. Lee at his home life with Fitzhugh Lee and staff, noting Lee’s extreme modesty during a Charleston furlough. The narrative recalls Carter Lee entertaining guests, army toasts, and Lee’s restrained reaction at a Madeira toast scene, set around a James River plantation visit.
At Clemson College chapel services 257 sophomores and freedmen and 48 juniors were dismissed for insubordination tied to an April fool prank. The event marks perhaps the widest wholesale expulsion in U.S. history. prior trouble included an earlier center-class incident over a nightshift parade and Captain M. Clay of the U.S. Army is reassigned.
DeWitts Carbolized Witch Hazel Salve advertised with emphasis on bowel and pile relief. Sold at Clay's drug store.
A Leeton Times item laments government policies against newspaper workers and advertising exchanges. It claims a new law limits cub subscribers to weekly terms of only one year and predicts further government interference with editors and attire, urging editors to resist lawmakers.
A Bates county editor argues for improving the county almshouse system and relocating the farm. He praises local clergy and relief committees, cites historical courthouse changes, and outlines factors for a suitable site, including elevation, soil, distance from the county seat, and ease of access for the court. He emphasizes dignity and practical care for the indigent.
The writer outlines a proposed facility combining care for the visually impaired with productive farming. They urge a large orchard, small fruits, vegetables, poultry, dairy for the home, and a work program to engage inmates, arguing proper leadership could foster effort and self-sufficiency while aligning with religious and communal aims. The piece defends past inaction and emphasizes drainage improvements and eventual self-support.
A drug store promotes Kennedy Laxative Coon Seruy claiming quick bowel movement relief and reduced inflammation during cold conditions. Sold by Clay's drug store.
Memphis Tennessee in April reports plans to restore Andrew Jacksons historic motto The Union must be preserved to the Old Hickory monument in the courthouse. A wood statue mold will be used and a contract filed by the park commission explains a Confederate sympathizer removed the words during the Civil War and now the Union pride is restored.
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