24 Jun 1901
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Newspaper
Daily Evening News
Location
Modesto, California, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1901
Page
1
Rail timetable fragment from 1901 shows passenger trains Fresno to Los Angeles Stockham and Bakersfield routes, freight and express services with times around 8:90 p m and 4 a m. Mentions Stockton Lukefeld and Hugworth with routing to Expreas and Fresno. Includes delinquent tax list supplement.
General Chaffee's report on American forces in China condemns looting foraging and seizure of goods by soldiers around Poking and along the march line. It notes unrest among civilians, loss of confidence with the masses, and mentions Boxer violence affecting workers and civilians.
The Modern Times praises a civic patriotism that spurs communities to yearly improvements. It envisions a $100 annual prize to the property owner who makes the greatest beautification effort, inspiring residents to plant flowers and repair homes. The author jokes about a guardian being appointed.
A handwriting expert named Dr Frazier testified in the Kennedy murder trial in New York claiming his end point opinion was unimpeachable though he warned the jury not to overvalue testimony. The Massachusetts attorney general noted a law on homemaking labor for women and related issues.
The text notes women and girls in restaurants and hotels may work but with a limit of one sight hour a day. It discusses this as a model for other states, mentions influences toward repealing the Chinese Exclusion Act, and predicts a Congress appropriation of $5,000,000 for rural free delivery next year. It also remarks that neighborhoods with poor roads are excluded from a procession with no clear reason.
A testimonial from J W Gardner of Meiaville Indiana claims Electric Bittera boosted strength and appetite after stomach liver and kidney troubles. He says it helped him eat anything and feel renewed energy, with bottles sold at Modesto Pharmacy guaranteed.
Proponents say Dr King's New Discovery has provided over ten million free trial bottles to help the public. They claim the tonic cures consumption coughing colds throat and chest ailments. Call Modaeto Pharmacy for a free trial bottle and a guaranteed product or refund.
An old promotional notice claims Red Bot from the Gun cured G. B. Steadman of Newark after 20 years of ulceration. It touts cures for various ailments and sells Bucklen's Ardlea Salve for 26 cents per box with a cure guarantee through Modesto Pharmacy.
The advertisement touts Dr King s New Life Pills as the busiest mightiest little health pill. Each sugar coated globule promises to transform weakness into energy and mental power. A box costs 26 cents and is sold at Madeato Pharmacy.
An old advertisement touts Grove's Tasteless Chili Tonic as a remedy for malaria and consumption. It promises instant cure for throat conditions and systemic relief, with guarantees and money back options. The ad lists prices 25c and 50c, and notes sale by Husband & Tarasr.
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