Letter from Cavite corporal describes Manila riding life
Corp J W Shaney of Company C 18th Infantry now at Cavite Philippines writes from October 23 1898 detailing a five week ocean voyage a August Manila battle camp life and the city with surrounding country He notes Manila becoming Americanized English business and native language adoption He favors keeping the islands citing hardships endured and plans to return home after service Shaney is son of Posey township resident George Shaney and has risen to ranking corporal with six months left in service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. K. Gwartney
Corp
J. W. Shaney
Company C
Inf
Cavite
Philippine Islands
Manila
Shaney
George Shaney
Posey Township
Louisville
San Antonio
Texas
Dr. T. G. Van Hook Dentist Plans Office in Corvdon
Dr. T. G. Van Hook announces a new dental office location one door north of the Democrat office in Corvdon Indiana.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. G. van Hook
Democrat
Corvdon
Ind
Little Pimples Turn to Cancer
A warning on cancer arising from blood taint, with a testimonial from Dr. F. Wintams of Gillsburg Mississippi praising S. S. S. as effective after months of treatment. The piece cautions that pimples can hide malignant cancer and urges caution in seeking cures.
County Treasurers Handle Public Money Only Says County Rules
A county bulletin outlines that the County Treasurer alone receives preserves and disburses all public funds for school loans. The Auditor oversees loaning and collecting but cannot receive money, requiring a Treasurer receipt and a quietus by the Auditor to complete payments.
New Electric Railway Proposed From Harrison County
William Rothrock of White Cloud Mills in Harrison county Indiana toured New Albany to drum up capital for an electric road from Nevin Harrison county to Leavenworth Crawford county via White Cloud and Wyandotte Cave. The 13 mile line would run from Corydon branch of the Louisville and St Louis Air Line to the Ohio river with a White Cloud dynamo powered by water on Blue river to supply electricity. The route traverses rich farming land and stone quarries, timbered areas with no rail service and would attract summer passenger traffic to Wyandotte cave. Rothrock seeks ROW and power supply for a syndicate of capitalists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wiliam Rothrock
White Cloud Mills
Harrison County
Ind
New Albany
Nevin
Leavenworth
Crawford County
White Cloud
Wyandotte Cave
Corydon
Louisville & St. Louis Air Line
Ohio River
Rothrock
Blue River
N. A
Louisville Dispatch
Maccabee Feast Election Night at Shuck Hotel
The K. O. T. M. of this place held its regular meeting last Monday to elect officers for the coming term. After the election the group marched to the Shuck hotel where a prepared supper awaited. Brothers enjoyed a hearty meal and a pleasant evening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shuck Hotel
Chamberlains medicines boost sales in Reefton
E J Scantlebury reports strong demand for Chamberlains Cough Remedy since taking agency with two year sales surpassing previous five years. He praises its efficacy from many customers and his own household, noting its pleasant taste and need to keep it out of reach of children. For sale by E S Crosier. November.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Reefton
New Zeland
Chamberlain
E. J. Scantlebury
E. S. Crosier
County stationery spending exposed as major leak
A 1898 Harrison County audit reveals $3177.18 paid to Sentinel Printing Co. Burford and Wilson, and Humphrey for stationery. Much was approved at special meetings and not published, violating law and prompting calls to stop the leak and curb costs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harrison County
Sentinel Printing Co
Burford and Wilson, Humphrey
Sime Ee Esas Ean Haiahats
W. It. Burford
Saadan Sagres
BaWe
Auditor’s Office
Hobson the Pointer Dies in Mysterious Circumstances
Hobson a valuable Pointer dog sent from St. Louis by Mr. C. L. Gray to be trained died last Sunday afternoon under mysterious circumstances. The dog named after the celebrated Lieut. Hobson from Santiago harbor was born about that time, and its promising career ended abruptly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hobson
C. L. Gray
St. Louis
Santiago Harbor
Pain Balm and Ties Advertised in Grand Rapids
A 19th century ad praises Chamberlain’s Pain Balm as superior to plasters for chest side pain or backache and claims it provides prompt relief and rheumatism cure. Also lists sawed oak ties offered by Evans & Tuxbury at 33 Ottaway St Grand Rapids Michigan with date novlo 4ti.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
Crosier
Evans & Tuxbury
Ottaway St
Grand Rapides, Mich
Surprise Dinner for Stephen H. Davis Marks 77th Birthday
In Spencer township relatives gathered November 29 for a grand surprise dinner honoring Stephen H. Davis on his 77th birthday. After the meal the men hauled wood, then guests departed wishing him many more anniversaries. Attending were Isaac Davis and family, George Pinaire and family, Chesney Davis and family, Amanda McClaren and son, Mahaly Alexander, Elizabeth Wolfe, and Amanda Pinaire and family. A note on hoarseness in children warns Chamberlain's Cough Remedy can prevent or lessen croup symptoms. locals can obtain it from E B Crosier.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stephen H. Davis
Spencer Township
Steve
Isaac Davis
George Pinaire
Chesney Davis
Amanda McClaren
Mahaly Alexander
Elizabeth Wolfe
Amanda Pinaire
Valentine Conrad known as Uncle Fayged in Milton
Valentine Conrad aged 86 died November 3 1898 at his Milton residence after joining the Lutheran church in youth He left two sons three daughters and many relatives and friends The death is mourned with hopeful lines about never saying goodbye in heaven pointing to a lasting reunion with loved ones departed
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Valentine Conrad
Milton Conrad
Lutheran Church
Jesus
Kidney Cure Restores Girl After Four Doctors
A widow and mother from Beaver Dam Ohio writes that after four doctors gave up on her daughter a neighbor advised Foley's Kidney Cure. The daughter can now walk miles without fatigue and the family credits the medicine for saving her.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beaver Dam
Foley
County Commissioners reorganize with Fein named president
The County Board of Commissioners met in regular session and reorganized. Mr. Fein, the oldest member, was elected president and the board began dispatching business. Mr. Gleitz, the new member, pledged to be a valuable addition and earned public confidence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
County Board of Commissioners
Michael Gleitz
Hedges
Fein
Gleitz
How to Prevent a Cold with Foley's Honey and Tar
After exposure or early symptoms, take Foley's Honey and Tar as directed. This claim asserts the remedy prevents or shortens a cold and is attributed to L A Rrecy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Foley
Modern Woodmen Camp Elects Officers at Last Saturday Meeting
The Modern Woodmen Camp elected officers including Ben F. Pearson as Vice Chief Executive A. Jaegers as W. A. Morris as Escort C. W. Thomas as Banker Jos. Brown as Clerk Jos. E. Long as Sentry H. W. Denbo Jr as Watchman Dr. Z. C. Wolfe as Camp Physician Victor J. Bullett as Delegate and Dr. Z. C. Wolfe as Manager at the recent gathering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Woodmen
Ben F. Pearson
V. C
You Cant Afford to Chance
A medical ad warns a heavy cold can develop into pneumonia or consumption and urges prompt Foley’s medicine as protection against serious illness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Foley
L A. Bravy
How To Find Out If Kidney Trouble Is Present
The article advises checking urine sediment for kidney health and describes symptoms like back pain frequent urination and thirst. It promotes Dr Kilmer Swamp Root as a remedy for kidney bladder liver and urinary issues and offers a free sample bottle and book by mail from Kilmer Co with a note to mention reading the offer in the Compus Democrat.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Kilmer & Co
Binghamton, N.Y
Profit by Experience Promises Cure for Deafness
Miss Helen Tebbs of Cynthiana Kentucky recounts severe hearing loss and constant head pain that persisted for ten years. After thirteen months in Colorado Springs and trials by top specialists, she found relief using Aerial Medication. Within five days her nasal and head symptoms improved, hearing began returning, and normal sleep resumed within four months.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Colorado Springs
Louisville
Hbe
Helen Tebbs
Cynthiana
Kentucky
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American Surety Company
OF New York
Indiana Board
Volney T. Malott
Indiana National Bank
M. B. Wilson
Capital Nations Bank
Jas. R Henry
State Bank
O. N. Frenzel
Merchants’ National Bank
D. P. Ervin
Denison Hotel
A. W. Wishard
C. W. Fairbanks
W R McKeen
F. W. Cook
E. V. Clark
Heth & Pfrimmer
Paris
Defy
John Baer
Pearl St
P. O
Louis XIV
Frank A. Knaft
New Albany, In
Helmberger & Sok
J. B. Lewis Co
Keller’s Shoe Department
Philippines
BR. F. Win taMs
Gillsburg, Miss
S.S.S Blood
Swift’s
Swift Specific Company
Atlanta
Georgia
New Electric
Commissioners’ Court
George Byrum
Laconia
Royal
Pete Waveteeene
Lee
J.H. Moore
M.D
Cincinnati
Shi
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