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Newspaper
Canon City Record
Location
Canon City, Colorado, United States of America
Date
Dec 27, 1906
Page
4
Will Ferguson of Monmouth Illinois arrives in Canon City as a new resident. A carpenter by trade, Ferguson is a friend of E C Mitchell of Lincoln Park according to local notices in the Read Record ads.
The Western Optical Co announces a one week free eye examination period at Harding’s Hardware Store 41536 Main St Canon City. In three weeks the firm has fitted 76 locals with glasses and visits Canon City every three months. The ad features testimonials from J W Dunlap praising glasses that relieve headaches and eye strain linked to astigmatism, claiming over 20,000 proven cases and 66,000 fittings in 20 years.
The Canon City Record lists Guy U Hardy as the preparer, with entry indicating matters related to postal handling as second class matter.
The notice mentions the price of an inscription set at $1.25 per year when paid in advance, indicating a subscription or service term. No further context provided.
Convicts have worked six weeks on the Florence to Coal Creek road and will finish next week. The new route is on higher, drier land with curves eliminated and hills cut to grade, allowing drivers to see ahead clearly. No macadamizing is expected this year due to cold January weather.
Auburn Daily Citizen reports a remarkable recovery of a prominent local lady with Bright's Disease after using a California remedy, Fulton’s Renal Compound. The patient recovered from severe dropsy and albuminuria after eighty bottles, and the treatment claims to be enduring. The article cites Mrs. JR. Lester Bell and urges readers to request a pamphlet from Mitchell & Egbers.
C W Talbott argues over Cottonwood Creek water project urging caution and full satisfaction on water supply before large costs. He notes high past taxes and questions the need to vote before plans are clear, citing public discussion and availability of water rights.
The Record cites comments on Cottonwood Creek’s low October water allowing short crossings, repeated in several seasons. It notes cattle crossings by John Palmer, calls the Arkansas river a potential Gunnison, mentions river analyses, and questions vileness claims while inviting Salida to join a river plan.
The Canon Realty Company sold five houses yesterday, including a five room frame at 1210 Harrison venue a four room brick at 1024 Rudd avenue a three room brick at 1211 Harrison avenue a four room frame at 612 Allison and a six room brick at 1014 Harrison. Three buyers were newcomers to Canon City.
Canon City residents urged strong support for the Colorado College Glee Club concert on Friday night December 28. The piece promises one of the season’s finest musical treats and a full house for the Colorado Springs ensemble, following a well attended Boulder show.
An old and broad advertisement claims kidney ills affect all ages and genders and promotes Dean's Kidney Pills as a universal cure. It cites Canon City testimony by Mrs. C. P. Spencer and Mr. and Mrs. Gus Olson, noting purchase at Hunter Palmer's and price 60 cents. Ends with Royal Gorge calendars offered by The Record.
Isaac Brock of McLennan County Texas, aged 117, lauds Peruna as essential to his health and longevity. He claims Peruna protects against climate change effects, supports appetite and circulation, and aided him through grip and catarrhal ailments. He notes his long life spans 22 presidents and four wars.
A letter from Edward N Sweitzer aboard the Ohio details Gibraltar stopovers, voyage hardships, and hopes for liberty after arrival at the Brooklyn Navy Yards. He describes observing New York landmarks, weather, rations, and long service as the ship nears discharge. He messages family about home plans and delays before returning to Colorado.
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