Galveston Horror Letter From a Santa Fe Worker
Letter from JosErH SEE, a Santa Fe Railroad worker, describes Galveston after the flood. He details mass casualties, scattered debris, a bridge across the bay, burned bodies, and miles of overturned box cars. He mentions 7 foot waves, the island four feet above sea level, and moving to Lodge City to work on machine shop additions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Newton
Kansas
Morner
Galveston
Gulf of Mexico
Lodge City
Joserh
Cider Mill Deadline Announced for Denver Unit
The Denver Cider Mill will stop making cider after Thursday October 4. Those wanting cider must order now as the mill will not operate beyond that date. Epward Miller signs the notice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Denver
Epward
Laxative Bromo Quinine Ad Promises Fast Cold Cure
An old advertisement touts a remedy called Laxative Bromo Quinine Tab to cure a cold in one day with no pay if it fails. Priced at 25 cents, it promotes quick relief from sniffles and fever.
Our New Bank Opens in Denver Community
The new Our New Bank announces readiness for business and invites the people of Denver and surrounding country to bank with them. The bank has authority to collect taxes and will provide convenient tax services to the public.
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Denver
Birth and death notice for Irena Ros Rowley in 1900
Irena Ros Rowley daughter of William S. and Milie R. Rowley was born September 1 1900 and died at their home near Fulton September 28 1900 aged days. Interment at West Lawrence Cemetery. Suffer little children to come unto me.
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Irena Ros
William S
Milie R. Rowley
Fulton
den Said
West Lawa
Dr King’s New Life Pills Promote Gentle Body Cleansing
A vintage ad warns against dangerous mineral pills and dynamite remedies. It touts Dr King’s New Life Pills as gentle and effective for headaches and constipation, priced at 25 cents at Piper’s drug store.
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Draii
Dr. King
Piper's
Harvest Queen Flour and Local Ads Mixed Notes
Local notes announce Harvest Queen Flour and grass seed sales at T Murden's. Individuals visit Denver, Gilead, Huntington, Perrysburg for social and business visits. Miss Flora Delp returns home. liquor-law alerts are sent to Inform Law and Order League. political mentions include Henry G Lee in Denver. Also: millinery, witch hazel salve ad, Baptist Mission quilting event, Indianapolis carnival travel, Kodol Dyspepsia Cure endorsement, and real estate brokerage offer by TripuNE Exchange Agency. Subscribe for the Tribune.
Prohibition Special Train to Visit Logansport on Oct 9
A Prohibition Special Train touring the country will stop in Logansport at 10 30 am Tuesday October 9 with national figures John G Woolley Henry B Metcalf and O W Stewart among speakers Also Charles Eckhart Indiana governor candidate will join the all day evening rally at Broadway and Sixth streets with a brass band and a large rink venue The event is billed as the biggest Prohibition day in the City of Bridges and railroads are expected to offer a half fare rate.
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Logansport
John G. Woolley
Henry B. Metcalf
O. W. Stewart
Volney B. Cushing
Maine
Charles Eckhart
Indiana
Broadway
Sixth Streets
Bridges
Gstering
Public Sale Notice Near Bill With Various Livestock and Goods
North east of Bill a public sale is planned for October 13. Readable items include 18 head of sheep, 12 head of cattle, 4 boats, 19 farming implements, and other credits totaling over $5.00. Sale details indicate fresh mid sows and other assets, with emphasis on itemized livestock and equipment.
Jefferson Township League Offers Reward for Liquor Violations
The Jefferson Township Law and Order League passed a resolution on Sept. 15, 1900 offering a ten dollar reward for proof to convict any agent for any club merchant or saloon keeper selling intoxicating liquors illegally within the township after this date.
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Jefferson Township Law and Order League
Manager Miller Banks On Opera Return In Peru
Miller signs contracts with the Andrews Opera Company for a single Peru performance of Falka on Thursday October 4. To secure the show he posted a large guarantee, hoping increased patronage will cover the extra expense and justify the venture.
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Miller
Opera
Andrews Opera Company
Peru
Falka
The Root Sin as Selfishness in Moral Decay
A sermon condemns a pervasive sin described as the root of all vices. It argues the core of sins from drink to unbelief is selfishness, defining it as the ultimate cause behind pride, greed, lust, and deception. The speaker links selfishness to societal ills, war, and even the crucifixion of Christ.
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Satan
Judas
To Cure a Gold in One Day Take Laxative Bromo Quinine
An old advertisement claims a single day cure for a cold with Laxative Bromo Quinine tablets. It promises refunds at all druggists if the remedy fails and features E. W. Grove’s signature on each box for authenticity.
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E. W. Grove
Law and Order League Reports Liquor Violations in Township
The Law and Order League lists violations of liquor laws in the township after September 15. Investigations target taverns and retailers for improper sales and licenses. Police coordinates with local officials to enforce ordinances and ensure compliance.
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Law and Order League
Jefferson Township
Sapte
Feraais
Realty Ad for John H Stephens in South Broad
John H Stephens real-estate and lea agent at 10434 South Broad advertises bargains in property and offers home listings and professional assistance for buyers and sellers in the area.
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John H Stephens
South Broad Wa
Harvest Queen and Denver Mills advertisements
Local items list Harvest Queen in ads for feed at Denver Mills and salt at T Murden's. Notices urge coal from C V Graft, and updates on visitors including Mrs M W Robbins and Mrs R Gates. Warnings against endless chain schemes appear from Indiana postmasters with police-like cautions on lottery law violations. Ed Forgy’s critical condition noted with prayers for his survival.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Fin
George Lee
Santa Fe Railroad
T. Murden’s
M. Rappert
David Sunday
John Ream
J. D. Arnest
N. W. Arnest
John Smith
Gilead
Wm. Grimes
B. F. Derck
C. O. Derck
Flora Delp
Harvey
Ream
Huntington
J. G. Bush
E. A. Kreider
Perrysburg
Denver Cash Lumber Co
Henry G. Lee
Cans Didate
DeWitt
Piper’s Drug Store
Indianapolis
Lake Erie Railroad
W. H. Lewis
Lawrenceville
Tripune ExchaNce Agency
Prohibition
Christ
Denver Gash
The
Denver Mills
M. W. Robbins
Macy
W. G. Shumate
R. W. Gates
Lafargeville, N. Y
R. Olds
C. V
Messrs
Dade Haney
Clarence Chandler
Peach Kinse
Maud Grimes
de- Witt
Piper's Drug Store
A. B. Guyer
Knox
Easton
Washington
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