08 May 1901
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Newspaper
Daily Evening News
Location
Modesto, California, United States of America
Date
May 08, 1901
Page
1
Partial OCR extract lists railroad lines and directions including Los Angeles and Stockton routes with north and southbound services. Mentions freight and express trains as part of a city table segment, reflecting a historical timetable snippet.
The article argues that crude oil will increasingly replace coal and wood as fuel, boosted by refining advances and new devices. It notes California and Texas fields expanding output, Standard Oil investing in heat producing inventions, and potential home stove and locomotive uses, with broader household adoption anticipated. It also briefly mentions vaccination gear and a Chicago mayoral advisory’s changing stance.
The fragment cites name shifts from Heousaay to Hency and mentions Dennie, Count Tolsoi, and a political hour of banishment. It references comfort during hardship, a Turkish provocation, and a warning against calomel or harsh laxatives. Dr. King's New Life Pills are promoted as a relief.
Oakdale resident A C Leiteb visits town as Judge J A Weymire and W T Bee arrive from San Francisco for county court proceedings. Bodie visitors Mua A K Kleyer and daughter tour Modea with N M Parsons while W Lorigan and E K Wilbur join irrigation district proceedings. Warm Springs couple A D Curtner and wife attend functions for E B Beard tribute as Newman’s Edward Clary visits with his brother M Clary and notes two years of service in the Philippines.
A local pharmacy advertises a pain relief cure with bold promises and a low price. The ungrammatical copy cites skin ailments and aches, asserting the product drives out pain and offers a money back guarantee.
J E Lilly of Hannibal Missouri recounts a near fatal bout with fever and lung disease. He credits Dr on New Discovery for a rapid cure after persisting illness and weak strength. The medicine is advertised as the best remedy for throat and lung troubles with a 50 cent fixer and dollar bottles available at Blodesto Pharmacy.
An advertisement claims Elatic Hilters purify the blood and cure stomach liver and kidney trouble. It promises strong nerves bright eyes and a smooth complexion for women who avoid constipation and nervousness. Sold for 50 cents at Modears Pharmacy.
Unclaimed letters listed for week ending May 7 1901 at Modesto Post Office California addressed to Chas Gibson B Williams C H To claim apply by date and pay postage. unclaimed items sent to Dead Letter Office. Also an ad for Hood's Sarsaparilla and Hood's Pills and home printing services.
The Oakdate Steinstane Power and Milling flour is touted as the general favorite for bread, with claims of cleanliness, lightness, and superior taste. Advertising mentions Lane’s Tea for digestion, Kemp’s Balsam for throat and cough, Gilb Edge whisky, and Kemp’s Balm for throat, all sold by local druggists Husband Turner and others.
An old time drug advertisement touts Lane's Family Medicine as a reliable remedy for stomach, liver, and kidney issues plus bowel laxative effects. It promises instant relief, claims immediate comfort, and urges purchase through local druggists and corner shops. The copy notes a variety of ailments and positions the product as a guaranteed harmless treatment.
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