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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1912
Page
4
An old ad touts Thompson's Barosma as a cure and cleanser for kidneys. It claims many Americans suffer Bright's disease, dropsy, or kidney disorders within months, urging those with backache to try the tonic, guarantee money back, and promote additional Dandelion and Mandrake Pills.
Federal and city investigators intervened at the "Temple of Truth" led by Rev Jacob Bussard amid a hysterical worship service. Police questioned women members while the U S Inspector confiscated a mail list and letters urging aid to Bussard. Authorities pursue charges of mail fraud and fraudulent practices.
A testimonial from PW Miller of Catawissa Pa dated November 13 1911 asserts relief from rheumatism after using three bottles of Rheuma claiming sleep improved kidneys work perfectly and pain relief. The ad promises a money back guarantee and urges readers to obtain fifty cent bottles from Ames Co with a note on uric acid reduction.
Advertises loans of ten to fifty dollars with weekly or monthly payments deducted from earnings. Claims a special agent will assist borrowers and provide funds if in need of a loan.
A plated seed list from C. W. Lyons at 45 N. Center St. details assorted vegetables and seeds including sweet peas nasturtiums cucumbers lettuce beets turnips radishes onions cabbage squash beans corn peas and lawn grass with varieties andPrices scattered in a catalog style entry. The note lists multiple seed names and a supplier address for ordering.
A historical newspaper ad lists a large sale on fabrics and garments with discounts on ginghams laces crepe dress fabrics and various cloths. It also markets a range of coats cloaks suits and tailored outfits with prices spanning from cents to several dollars.
An old advertisement lists spangled fans priced between $1 and $3 50, silk hose at 50 cents to 1 dollar 50, Kayser silk gloves in several sizes, Niagara Maid silk gloves, and Centemeri kid gloves priced around one dollar, reflecting sewing goods and accessories pricing.
Advertises neckwear including collare jabots flowers Dutch collars coat sets in lace Venice and Macrome with prices from 25 cents to 3.50 dollars.
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