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Newspaper
Corydon Democrat
Location
Corydon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 15, 1902
Page
5
Fragmentary medical advertisement and testimony by Dr Liewellyn Jordan and George Clavener praising a patent medicine. The text touts cures for colds and related illnesses and urges readers to seek voiced testimonials and correspondence with a Philadelphia sanitarium.
John Swinton longtime editor and writer linked with the New York Times and New York Sun died in New York aged about 72. Born in Scotland he worked as a printer and lawyer before turning to journalism and activism. He championed the poor, opposed tenement housing evils, supported labor strikes, and spoke freely at public events while engaging in political candidacies.
A historical report compares two RGAD commissioners, Samuel W. from Shreve and Frederick Crebbin of Detroit, noting Crebbin’s 400 pound size and 48 years, Wise at 86 years and light frame. It describes their height and duties, plus special orders requiring tailored garments.
Amid garbled prose a portrait emerges of William McKinley praised for wide knowledge across iron, cotton, lumber, and glass trades. A veteran recalls McKinley’s offhand figures proving his grasp of national industry and output. A second anecdote hints at a father seeking opinion on his son’s marriage and a servant’s blunt remark on beauty and wealth.
A young man courts a host girl who initially sings to please him, but after marriage he gently discourages her singing. The brief narrative centers on changing social expectations within the relationship.
A Lansing Michigan physician endorses Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound for female disorders claiming it cures ovarian troubles womb issues and even barrenness. The piece notes a $5000 forfeit if the testimonial is not genuine and includes quips about vivisection and family humor from Beston Post.
On her first dairy visit a woman exclaims “Merciful leavens” and questions crowded stalls. A chambermaid explains the crowding as necessary for the condensed milk cows in the facility.
A note from Jon Cox of Wisconsin describes severe kidney disease that left him nearly unable to walk. After trying medicines, he read a newspaper report about Dodd’s Kidney Pills, which helped from the first dose and led to full recovery, leaving him strong and grateful. The piece adds a separate fact noting Glasgow’s chemical manufactory chimney at 474 feet.
The Peruna Almanac offers astrology articles by a competent astrologist and monthly lucky and unlucky days. Demand is expected to be high as druggists stock the almanacs.
A juror recalls being instructed by another man last week. He reports that this person gave him ten dollars for his help. The tale hints at outside influence on jurors during the service.
Nurse in the Children’s Home in New York reports success curing feverishness stomach disorders teething issues and worm infestations by Mother Gray's Sweet Powders for Children with over 30000 testimonials. Available at druggists for 25 cents sample mailed free address Arlen S Olmstead LeRoy NY.
A brief, literary exchange compares strength and mobility between a young mosquito and a parent, debating the wisdom of attacking a stronger foe. The dialogue reflects themes of cunning, restraint, and strategy in a compact moral vignette.
Fort Wayne Indiana retailer advertises air cushion rubber stamps and printing outfits including daters. Requests readers to send for catalog and price list via Lock Box 219.
At the Common Frog Pond the dialogue pits Lev and Boston Boy against each other over a yacht collision. The call for an investigation frames a local dispute as reported by the Boston Post. The page also advertises Mrs. Winston’s 800thine Syrup for teething children in a brief ad.
A collage of medical claims and product pitches including Hall’s Catarrh Cure with a one hundred dollar offer, notices about ear inflammation and the Eustachian tube, testimonials on Guinness materials, and assorted consumer ads for toilet paper and flour. The text blends health quackery with commercial promotions from early 20th century America.
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