The Good Fellow and the Sucker in Bloomington Letters
The piece lampoons the “good fellow” as a broke amiable type who drinks, pays for others, and sponges through life. It contrasts him with the “sucker,” notes plenty of idle workers, and condemns welfare, pensions, and monied elites while mocking the era’s social clubs and saloons.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Faro
Bloomington
Ill
Western Depot Gang
Denver
Kansas
U. B
Kuangus City
Congress
Union
Cheyenne
Election of Grand Officers for Ensuing Year in Eureka Session
The Ancient Order of United Workingmen met in Eureka on November 8 and 9 with laws for subordinate lodges adopted and officers elected. J. W. Kingsley was named grand master workman, W. M. Bullard grand foreman, W. T. Burns grand overseer, C. L. Bray grand guide, F. H. Jones grand watchman, and William Sutherland grand trustee. Appointments were made across states Nevada Montana Utah Wyoming with district deputies listed and next meeting set for Salt Lake City.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grand Lodge of the
Ancient Order of United Workingmen
Eureka
J. W. Kingsley
Fidelity Lodge No. 8
Ogden
Utah
W. M. Bullard
Alta Lodge No. 4
Wickes
Montana
W. T. Burns
St. James Lodge No
Winnemucca
Nevada
C. L. Bray
Alpha Lodge No
Nev
F. H. Jones
Sweetwater Lodge No
Green River
Wyoming
William Sutherland
Storey Lodge No
Virginia
R. W. Wood
W. Chubbuck
E. N
J. H. Maynard
Wm. Hale
A. G. Cowan
Gold Hill Lodge No. 2
S. W. Chubbuck
FP. J. Dunne
H. W. Hand
J. R. Shaw
J. J. Campbell
George Arbogast
Salt Lake
Jease Knight
Evanston, Wyo
A. G. Sutherland
Provo
W. A. Ralston
Butte
Grand Lodge
Skandia Wagon Made to Order in Rockford Ill
Advertises the Skandia Wagon manufactured to order in Rockford Illinois and sold by D F Whipple in Cheyenne detailing availability and call to view.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rockford
Ill
D. F. Whipple
Cheyenne
Letter from Chaplain Simpson Fort Laramie to Fort McKinney
Chaplain G. W. Simpson writes from Fort Laramie Wyoming dated May 10 82 praising the garrison people and a dress entertainment for the chaplain. He notes transport delays while preparing for a 230 mile move to Fort McKinney and thanks the community for hospitality.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chaplain Simpson
Fort Darasis
Wyo
Plesas
Fort Laramie
Fort McKinney
Plains
G. W. Simpson
Enlisted Man Deserves Fairer Treatment and Promotion
The Denver Republic editorial argues for reform of the regular army to curb desertions. It calls for modernization and Americanization, education for enlisted men, and promotion from the ranks. It urges a retired list after twenty five years and equal treatment with officers to curb discontent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West Point
Denver
Royal baking powder shows near total strength after ten years
Old Royal baking powder kept on a grocery shelf for ten years was tested by Prof. Schedler of New York. The powder lost less than one percent of its raising power, remaining nearly as effective as when produced, a rare quality in baking powders.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Schedler
New York
Australia
Africa
Life Saving Present From Simple Remedy
Mr M E Allison of Hutchinson Kansas credits a bottle of Dr Wiggs New Discovery for saving his life from bronchitis throat and lung disease after doctors and climate change failed. The cure was achieved with a jury bottle purchased at Dare Collins drug store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M.E. Allison
Hutchinson
Kan
Dr. Wiig
Dare & Collins
Hale's Honey of Horehound and Tar Pulmonic Remedy Ad
An advertisement touts Hale's Honey of Horehound and Tar as a powerful throat and lung cure with three healing ingredients. It claims effectiveness for coughs colds influenza hoarseness bronchial issues and consumption symptoms. Sold by druggists with depot in New York and prices 50 cents and 1.00. A user testimonial from J L Bert notes strong sales and satisfaction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Che
Sixth Avenue
New York
J. L. Bert
Chatham Village
N. Y
Hale
Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup for Teething Children
An old advertisement promotes Mrs Winslow's soothing syrup as a universal teething remedy. It claims to relieve crying and pain, treat dysentery and diarrhoea, regulate the stomach, cure wind colic, and improve overall health. The syrup is offered by druggists worldwide at 25 cents per bottle.
Elmwood Ceremony Notes Highlight Gray Decor
The Elmwood event lists feature gray decorations and ceremonial elements. Details focus on subdued color scheme and traditional display. The brief notes capture a formal, understated mood with local attendees and dignitaries.
Dr Kline's Great Nerve Restorer Offer from Philadelphia
An advertisement touts Dr Kline's Great Nerve Restorer claiming cures for nerve diseases and says all fits ceased. readers are urged to send to 931 Arch Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania for details.
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Wileckly Lewier
Frank Rand
Billy
the Kid
Texas Jack
James Boys
Wild Bill
Eureka County
W. E. Taylor
Storey
Ormsby
F. M. Sterling
Washoe
W. A. Wager
Lyon
Robi. Rowland
Humbolt
J. H. McMillan
Lander
J. R. Williamson
Esmeralda
B. Hines
Silver Bow County
G. B. Satcher
Lewis and Clarke
J. A. McDougald
Jefferson
Lyman Rowley
Gallatin
Sweetwater
L. C. Sweet
Laramie
F. C. Thomason
Chas. Lang
Simmons House
W. Baker
King
Chicago
Justice Hammer’s Court
Joe Sing
George Wilson
Justice Hammer
Rome
Cheyenne Savings Bank
DR. Fishblatt
Omaha
Ther-Occkaan Hotel
Fishblat
Soule
Ulysses
Rayal
Bishbiat
Agenilemin
Tsualdea
Tchad Linwood Wekn
Loge
Jree
Steve Powers
Pes Karlaiy
United States
Minty
Italy
Onishe National Bank
Neb
Ohare
Giaiuta
THUR
Abery
Varitty
Telegi
Stea
Pran
Chegélical Lu
Sch
Louis Ros
Helen I
Nati
Horace Cisco
Wasson
Galveston
Cincinn
Insmtutk
Medival Institute
English Medical Institute
Olive Street
St, Louis
COX & Mussuepoma
Col
Mintin
Kidney Remedy
Mintic
D. W
Behaburg
The
Dances Town
Ita
Missouri
Seo
Francisco
Neva
Qholler
Boon Bea-H
Propos
Roder
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