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Newspaper
Elkhart Weekly Truth
Location
Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1907
Page
2
An old physician’s patent medicine advertisement claims pneumonia prevention and lung strengthening from Foley's Honey and Tar after colds. It markets a one day cold cure with Bromo Quinine laxatives, promising refunds if not effective and notes Grove's signature on each box.
A lawsuit has begun to determine the proper construction of a will that allocates one hundred dollars to a life feather and ten acres of timber land, with a homestead for a widow, a home for a named man, and the remainder to children after debts and accounts are settled.
Special vaudeville feature act James ES McCoy performs with VanDyke and Eaton at the Bucklen all week, bringing lively entertainment and stage presence to the show. The trio headlines audiences with comedy and flair in a concerted bill.
The Buckien venue reports rising attendance as Van Dyke and Eaton Co stage The Little play. Audiences praise clean acting and well timed specialty between acts and note the value of the pricing.
Crowds gasped as Christida Eaton appeared in a diamond dress. The feminine audience craned their necks to view all of it. The Bank Wreckers is staged tonight along with Life in New York. Miss Eaton will also appear in The Mother of Pearl.
A real Diamond will be given away to a lady who attends the Crystal Theatre Friday evening as a Christmas present for Manager Lawrie's patrons.
Testimony from Elkhart residents praising a dentist who removes teeth without cocaine and a Lexington Avenue practitioner marked by a passed examination. Also includes a testimonial about Fley's Kidney Cure aiding a patient with kidney complaints and other fragmented medical claims.
A panorama of political moves spans several states. Gen Luke Rr warns of Tennessee governorship chatter. plans for a Democratic daily in Indianapolis surface. Crawford announces bid for US Senate in South Dakota. Chicago leaders revive the Bryan League. Illinois gubernatorial prospects center on Traeger with Bryan endorsed. Texas, North Carolina, Indiana, and Minnesota show race themes including prohibition, railroad policy, and the role of party factions. extra sessions and historical notes color the scene.
Advert reads Joseph Murphy of Indianapolis suffering chronic stomach trouble found relief with Dr Galdweil's Syrup Pepsin a herbal laxative claim. It promises cure of constipation indigestion and liver bowel troubles with a money back offer and free sample bottle to Monticello Illinois addresses. Houseworth Bros sells bottles for 50 cents and one dollar.
A Fedora Tennessee resident credits Dr King s New Discovery with curing a severe lung and throat hemorrhage after doctors failed. Within three weeks he resumed work. Advertisements promote cough and cold relief priced 50 cents to 1 00 with a trial bottle offered. Also cited are Electric Bitters for liver and kidney troubles and Foley s Honey and Tar for coughs.
Bearers will host a Chinese social this evening at the home of Maude Heasley at 318 North Second Street. Strangers are especially welcome and urged to attend.
Local ad promotes wall panels moulding paints and oils at the Old Post Office Building. W J Morrow urges customers to call and see him when in need. The small classified item emphasizes basic building supplies and personal service.
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