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Newspaper
Covington Republican
Location
Covington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 20, 1899
Page
2
Meekison of Ohio Congressman 1 writes a letter to Dr Hartman. The brief exchange centers on ongoing concerns and potential policy ideas addressed to Hartman in a formal correspondence.
A traveler praises Tahiti as a dreamlike Society Island offering temperate climate lush vegetation and a languid life. Natives and visitors alike are enthralled by music waves perfume and an insidious ease that tempts one to abandon work and home.
Instructions describe making a gum arabic mucilage mix to obscure window panes without darkening interiors, using epsom salts and a camel hair brush. Also included are satirical quips on editors and contributors, notes on place names and origins, and brief historical, scientific, and mechanical curiosities.
Report notes Electric dark lanterns supplied to Paris police allow officers to see up to 150 feet. Fragmentary text mentions Chilean streetcars of Santiago and references about conduct of young women, but details are unclear.
An advertising paragraph extols kidneys as essential and claims Swamp Root by Dr Kilmer cures most kidney ailments. It describes symptoms like back ache, frequent urination, and uric deposits, and offers free sample and booklet by mail, urging readers of the Republican to request the product. It also mentions a tobacco habit cure and druggist availability.
A pharmacist states Foley's Honey and Tar does not claim miracles or cures for consumption or asthma, but offers comfort and relief in advanced stages and potential recovery in early stages. He emphasizes trying it for those afflicted or threatened by the disease.
Live agents wanted to sell the National Home and Muse Journal the popular musical monthly. 24 pages of music and literature. one issue costs £2.00, one year £24.00. Subscription price £1.00 per year, with £25.00 worth of music and other savings. Sample copy free. Charge Cus. 206 Wabash Ave.
Two well known statesmen spoke for months from a front porch and the rear end of a car. The article notes Foley’s Honey and Tar as a possible reason they could talk without injuring their vocal organs. It credits Geo. D. Cook as the source or promoter of the claim.
Grain-O offers a caffeine free coffee substitute that nourishes and cheers without stimulating. It resembles coffee in taste and appearance and is promoted for nervous people, youths, and children. Get a package from your grower today and try it in place of coffee.
The Wabash Line offers ninety day round trip excursion tickets to Hot Springs Arkansas with through sleeping car service and one car change at St Louis Union Station. The health resort is endorsed by the government. over 300 hotels provide varied rates. Pamphlets and full information available from any Wabash ticket agent or C S Crane, Genl Passr and Ticket Agent, St Louis.
Benjamin Ingerson of Hutton Indiana reports losing his voice for months. A single use of Foley's Honey and Tar restored his speech. The remedy is widely used by speakers and singers. George D. Cook.
Marquette Michigan is named official headquarters for the Western Hay Fever Association for 181. The Citizens' Committee arranged lodging for attendees, with reduced round trip tickets offered by the Chicago and Eastern Illinois Railroad. Details via C L Stone and agents, plus promotional material on request. Dr Kay's Renovator ads from Omaha Nebraska flank the notice. Sold by Lee Allen.
The Independent marks its fiftieth year by adopting a magazine format and cutting prices. Subscriptions drop from $3.00 to $2.00 annually and single copies fall from ten to five cents.
Advertising copy warns that kidney and bladder diseases lead to Brights disease and death if untreated. It claims Ur Davis Kidney Tablets can cure many cases, describes the tablet form and urges sending for a free booklet. Sold by druggists or by mail for 50 cents or 7.00, Dr. N.C. Davis Frankfort Lod.
Trustee announces weekly meetings at his west side office near Pub de Square in Covington Indiana on Wednesdays and Saturdays to transact township business. Arex HeETPreLD is identified as Trustee in Trav Township.
Chicago and Eastern Illinois Railroad adopts a new dining car policy where meals are priced as ordered. Implemented October 1, the plan aims at fair pricing and has increased patronage, reflecting favorable reception to the change.
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