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Newspaper
Butler Weekly Times
Location
Butler, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Aug 19, 1909
Page
7
An advertisement extols Ayer’s Cherry Pectoral and Ayer’s Pills as effective for coughs bronchitis and weak lungs urging readers to consult their doctor and stay in touch with their family physician. It notes there is no alcohol in the cough medicine and promotes the “vegetable” pills as a safe option with doctor approval.
Washington reports Dr Harvey W Wiley chief chemist of the Agricultural Department has launched a crusade against embalmed cucumbers and gherkins treated with alum. He claims withered cucumbers are rejuvenated into plebeian looking pickles through alum while a food board debates its use. Dr Hare of Philadelphia testifying warns of potential harm from alum quantities in pickles.
A discussion on why people should know the contents of what they ingest whether as food or medicine. Dr. Pierce promotes disclosure and his Favorite Prescription as a trusted remedy aiding female health, childbirth preparation, and nervous strength with a tone of medical authority.
The Wall Street Journal editorial urges voters to learn from the tariff discussion. It argues high tariffs fail to raise wages, hurt skilled American workers, and replace them with immigrant or child labor. It warns the present compromise won’t define future tariff policy and calls for educating lawmakers promptly.
In Fedora Tennessee residents celebrate a life saved by Dr King’s New Discovery. C V Pepper reports renewed health after three weeks of use, praising its effect on lung hemorrhages and bronchial ailments. Available 50 cents and 1 dollar, trial bottle free, sold by F T Clay.
Prohibitionists aim to compel the secretary of state to submit prohibition to a popular vote next year. Signature gathering for an initiative petition will be pushed vigorously. St Louis and Milwaukee loom as key brewing centers, and statewide prohibition could ruin millions in property and leave thousands jobless, per the Cole County Democrat. King’s New Life Pills advertised with health claims.
Lamar Democrat reports Hon. H. W. Timmonds is recovering from indigestion and a leg fracture. A microscopic blood test ruled out typhoid fever while surgeons removed a plaster cast and evaluated bone healing. A knee-to-ankle cast remains as he begins sit up sessions with gradual return to mobility.
St Charles plans a marble statue of Champ Clark, urged by Judge Jacob Zeisler, one of Missouri’s original Republican war horses. The sculpture will stand with a Planchette monument in the government building yard. Clark, a Democrat, helped secure a new Post Office. Zeisler, a longtime Republican, spearheads the project.
Washington plague spots in Potomac marsh bottoms breed malaria germs causing chills fever and debility. Electric Bitters claimed to destroy germs cure malaria and related stomach liver kidney and blood troubles. Testimonial from R M James of Louellen South Carolina praises effectiveness and a 50 cent price. Guaranteed by F T Clay.
In Ashtabula Ohio an 8-year-old boy named Sammy Walker fell from a raft and drowned in the Ashtabula River. A neighbor boy, raised to pray nightly, uttered a plea as the rescue search dragged the river through the night. The body was recovered after the neighbors learned of the tragedy and searchers continued work.
An advertisement touts Bucklen’s Arnica Salve as fast relief for burns cuts bruises and injuries from kettle cuts doors and guns. It claims to subdue inflammation and kill pain and markets the product as earth’s supreme healer for boils ulcers fever sores eczema and piles at 25 cents through F. T. Clay.
A Webb City Register reflection: one good friend outweighs a dozen acquaintances. Seek to be splendid, charming, bright, and cheerful rather than merely popular. Quality relationships bring joy, while many acquaintances can bring worry. True blessing lies in one or two faithful comrades who love you and overlook faults.
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