24 Nov 1900
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Newspaper
Cape Girardeau Democrat
Location
Cape Girardeau, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Nov 24, 1900
Page
1
The writer foresees 1901 bringing Cape Girardeau a turning point and brighter era. It praises the Commerce road opening, a modern depot on Independence Street, plans to extend to Jackson and Perryville, rising property values, and new mining ventures backed by Eastern capital.
A fragment notes Caldwell’s syrup Pepsin may be worth millions or win a big premium as it grows in use for constipation indigestion sick headache and stomach trouble. It lists J Mapw Wilson and J Ben Miller as places to obtain it.
The Cape Girardeau and Jackson Gravel Fund Company records death of Br. Wilsonison, its President and Director. The board notes he was an able, honored director and beloved coworker and offers sympathy to his family. Resolutions copied to records and to the Daily Democrat. Signed by Louis Krueger and L. J. Albert Sr.
James J Jeffries and Thomas Sharkey have agreed to a Marquis of Queensberry rules bout to crown the heavyweight champion. Each man deposits 32,500 to guarantee appearance with date in May to be announced. Jeffries reserves the right to face Bob Fitzsimmons and Gas Rubins before Sharkey, aiming to fight all three next spring. Also note an ad for Dr King’s New Life Pills claiming relief from constipation and sick headache at 25 cents.
Walter Alexander a 15 year old from Arkansas lines is held in Poplar Bluff Missouri on suspicion in the death of his father Richard Alexander a farmer. Authorities say the youth confessed implicating his mother and James Hogan with arrests at Corning Arkansas. The victim died from shotgun blasts as neighbors note family quarrels. Alexander owned valuable farm lands near Corning.
An old advertisement appeals to readers about romance and indigestion and promotes Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin as a guaranteed remedy. The copy credits I Ben Achiller and J Maple Wilson as sponsors.
A Vermont teachers institute offered a dictionary to anyone who could read and pronounce every word of an intricate tale. The passage describes a doomed suitor who buys a calliope and coral necklace, hires a head waiter, and plans a dramatic act ending with self-harm. Twelve words were mispronounced by the least capable contestant. How many did you mispronounce?
The famous Bucklen’s Arnica Salve is extolled as the world’s best healer for cuts corns burns bruises sores scalds boils ulcers felons aches pains and all skin eruptions. Described as the only infallible pile cure, it sells for 25 cents a box at I. Ben Miller’s.
Ex state senator R B Oliver vows to pursue probes against leading Cape Girardeau Republicans for bringing in nonresidents to vote in Cape county rail service disputes. He says protesting and reading the law is a waste and will seek court action to defend his rights. The Newsboy claims lack truth as county voters were all residents and the votes lawful.
Local notice invites applicants to obtain fire insurance services through Henry A. Astholz. Contact details not provided in readable text.
Miss M Anatolie Albert and Edward Pott of Cape Girardeau wed at the Church of the Ascension in St Louis with Rev Winchester officiating. A reception followed at the bride’s parents home 5861 Cates Ave. The couple will reside in St Louis after January.
Dr Humphreys Specific 77 is advertised to break up lingering colds. The label notes it is sold by Humphreys Medicine Co at the corner of William and John Streets in New York. The ad emphasizes its effectiveness and medical backing for persistent cold symptoms.
Former insurgent leader Malabos plans a chase after Aguinaldo with 100 Native volunteers and American troops. Other Filipinos could campaign in the country. Avinualde reportedly in Northern Logon. Aglipay, ex-insurgent priest, asks Manila for election news and church state relations. Reports say church and state will be separate with religious freedom. Berry-Sander Underwear at Glenn's.
Rogers Arkansas November 10. Hon W H Coin Harvey has purchased 320 acres five miles southeast of Rogers at the Silver Springs site, home to the state's largest spring. Plans include a 100 room hotel starting January and a mile long lake. He renamed the place Montly Ne and seeks a road to the resort with Frisco Railroad support.
A two column feature notes flour adulteration concerns in the Sunday issue. The dialogue shows a housewife and husband discussing remedies and reliance on Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin sold by druggists with names Ben Miller and Maple Wilson mentioned in advice.
Washington November 17 The House Ways and Means Committee plans a bill to reduce war taxes. Dalzell of Pennsylvania says the aim is to cut between 315 million and 420 million dollars with no hearings. Schedules from Gage and the internal revenue service will determine which taxes are affected.
Thousands are urged to exile for health as climate cures fail. Dr King’s new Discovery promises home relief for coughs colds and all throat and lung diseases. First dose brings relief and remarkable cures are reported. Free trial bottles at I Ben Miller’s. Each bottle guaranteed.
New wrinkle at Draum's. Pretty Neckwear Berry and Sander stock at Glenn's. New wrinkle at Drum's. Go to Drum's restaurant for lunch at all hours day or night.
In Poplar Bluff Missouri Anna Jackson died after decades of campaigning for a presidential pardon for her son James T. Cassells, convicted of the 10-year-old murder of Nat Gains, Deputy Sheriff, in Kennett. The article also reports a football game at Sportsman Park where 3rd Missouri Normal School beat Murphysboro High School 22 to 9, with detailed play-by-play and player notes, and notes the Normal team will play Carleton College on Thanksgiving Day.
Notice announces annual meeting of stockholders in Cape Girardeau Missouri on the second Monday in December 1900 at two oclock p m polls open two to three p m Lotis Krueger secretary 1900 notice
The Younger brothers Cole and Jim of Missouri, survivors of the Northfield bank raid, are likely to be pardoned by the Minnesota Legislature meeting in January. They have served twenty four years in the state prison, with an earlier failed bid needing legislative action. Friends plan a renewed, more systematic campaign and feel confident of success.
The piece argues that the belief Chinese soldiers are fearless is unfounded, noting frequent substitutions for execution and bribes to avoid death. It suggests the Chinese are not warlike or aggressive, fearing death without proper burial rites and dismemberment being especially disgraceful in the afterlife.
Stockholders are notified an election will be held Monday December 3, 100 from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Secretary's office to elect nine Directors for the ensuing year. Henry A. Atholz Secretary.
Thousands testify that Electric Bitters cure Backache Headache Nervousness Sleeplessness Melancholy Fainting and Dizziness. Mrs Phebe Cherley of Patterson Ta reports kidney trouble and lame back relief enabling her to do housework at 73. It overcomes constipation improves appetite and health. Only 50 cents at Ben Miller's drug store.
Democratic candidate T D Hines who beat a large Republican majority on November 11 says victory came from hard campaign work. He made two speeches then worked to win, insisting speech making alone won votes. Also mentions real estate and sale notices for Henry A Astholz and a fashion sale at the Rummage Sale in Paris.
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