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Newspaper
Elkhart Weekly Truth
Location
Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 27, 1910
Page
7
J. W. Holman, government poisoner, claims 750000 prairie dogs destroyed in eight months and cautions about handling chemicals. The piece follows Hiram Bozeman's December ordeal with a misused remedy sold as cold medicine, revealed as a boot sole polish rather than medicine.
A Cleveland Plain Dealer tale recalls Price McKinney aiding a hungry stranger on Superior Avenue. The fund asked 15 cents for food but confessed the plan was for drink. McKinney handed a dime and nickel, offering a quarter if the panhandler would use it to drink, then left.
Stephen Chalmers author and magazine contributor fought a life and death struggle with a wounded buck eighteen metres from here on the last hunting day. He discharged a broken shotgun into the deer and later grappled for a knife that was missing as the buck charged. His hands were lacerated by antlers but he survived and returned with Dr. Charles Oakley and the buck as a trophy.
An English paper comments on a Chicago prize item about the ideal husband. It mocks the catalogue of traits claiming a perfect husband should be even tempered a good eater a cook a flipper of harmless lies and a touch of folly. The piece ends by declaring America a paradise for women.
The dialogue reports rumors of jewel theft involving Mrs Kraft. Subbubs asks about his wife being robbed while Backletz accuses Mrs Kraft, alleging she offered low wages to cook and chambermaid to pull off the theft. Row calls it a theft. Stand esd and Times reflect local chatter.
Coley and Walter list a loan offer at 5 and 6 percent rate for building funds, with terms implied by the fragment. The ad cites a financial service or broker connected to 219-Mlonger Street area.
Jamestown residents report a social at the town school house on Saturday night February 12 and singing lessons to start at the Jamestown school house. M E church services are planned next Sunday with a large group from the community attending the event and several families listed among attendees.
John Ort advertised as a reliable furnace and chimney man with contact via home phone 354. local notice line reads as a basic service advertisement for heating system maintenance and chimney cleaning.
Histories note Queen Victoria’s hair at age ten inspired wonder. The court physician used a germ destroying preparation not public then. Newbro’s Herpicide now claimed to destroy dandruff germs and promote hair growth. Send 19 cents for a sample. one dollar bottles guaranteed.
A Chicago medical superintendent endorses Dr Caldwell's Syrup of Pepsin as a mild reliable laxative for all ages. The firm guarantees results and offers a free sample by mail from the Pepsin Syrup Co. in Monticello Illinois. Sold by Houseworth Bros for one dollar a bottle.
Morton L Hill of Lebanon Indiana testifies his wife suffered inflammatory rheumatism all over her body and was bedbound for six weeks after eight doctors no relief. Three days after using Dr Detchon’s Relief for Rheumatism she could walk again and he says it saved her life sold by Houseworth Bros and Bentz Co druggists.
Mrs W J Gilpatric of Danforth Maine reports her mother aged over 70 experienced a remarkable change after using H Electric Bitters for 20 years of severe dyspepsia. Doctors had given up, but the remedy restored appetite sleep and strength, stimulating liver and kidney function. Only 4% at Houseworth Bros.
Advert says Foley's Honey and Tar loosens cough, expels germs, and prevents pneumonia and consumption. Warns against substitutes and urges use of the genuine product in the yellow package sold by all druggists.
An advert warns pneumonia can follow a cold if untreated and promotes Foley's Honey and Tar as a remedy to stop the cough heal the lungs and expel the cold. It urges taking medicine at first sign of a cold and notes it is sold by all druggists.
A Clever imitation touts Dr Shoop Health Coffee as flavorful and quick to prepare in one minute. It claims to be made from pure parched grains malt and nuts with no long boiling and offers free samples from W A Griffin.
Advertises Eclectric Oil as a universal remedy by Everybody's friend Dr Thomas. Claims to cure toothache ear ache sore throat and treat cuts bruises and scalds, stopping any pain with a single product.
25 pounds Superior Flour for 69 cents and Shredded Wheat Biscuit at 10 cents per package offered by Lusher Bros. 28. The listing presents a concise price round up for staple goods and a shop location reference.
Ad copy promotes Burdock Blood Bitters as purifying the blood to cure disease and strengthen health. It asserts the product removes impurities and “builds you up” despite medical claims.
An advertisement touts Dr Shoop’s Pink Pain Tablets promising pain relief in twenty minutes. The 25 cent box shows the formula and is sold by D Miller in Warren.
For sale seven chicken and fruit farms ranging from 3 to 5 acres each located on the car line south of the city. Each plot is priced with a 5 cent fare listed by D. M. Best.
Property listing for a 40 acre farm five miles from the city offering a splendid house a good barn and attractive surroundings. Seller D M Best invites a small property as part payment and asks $3,000 total.
A transit notice lists a 5e fare from Station 22 to Elk Hart set at $500. The brief confirms price for travel between the two locations.
For sale 250 acres located three miles southeast of Bristol. The property includes 215 acres of heavy clay and sand soil, 75 acres mowing and pasture meadow, and 60 acres of timber. Priced at $40 per acre. Contact W. W. Wright at 115 Lexington Avenue for details.
An old advertisement warns of night riders like calomel croton oil and aloes pulvis that raid your bed seeking to rob rest. It contrasts Dr King’s New Life Pills as a safe cure for colds headaches and constipation offered for 25 cents at Houseworth Bros.
Advertisement claims Hollis Rocky Mountain Tea from Houseworth Bros cures disease and restores health and happiness for unhealthy friends. 守
An advertisement from Houseworth Bros. touts Hollister's Mountain Tea as a remedy for clogged bowels and headaches. It claims the tea promotes regular, natural digestion and a refreshed feeling, urging readers to take it tonight.
Advertisement praises Hollister's Rocky Mountain Tea as a universal tonic to ease stomach issues in winter. Claims it relieves constipation with a regimen of harsh meals and no fruits or vegetables. Endorsed by Houseworth Bros as a recommended remedy.
Advertisement notes Preventics tablets to safely and quickly check calds and the grip. Claims quick results and urges trial. Sold by D. Miller and priced at 48 to 25 cents.
Advertises Foley's Kidney Remedy as a universal cure for kidney and bladder ailments not beyond medical reach. Claims to invigorate the system and strengthen kidneys to purge impurities, prevents Bright's disease and diabetes, with sale through all druggists.
An advertisement claims relief for rheumatism aches and pains with a nightly drink of Hollister's Rocky Mountain Tea promising a free system. The copy emphasizes health benefits and a suggested remedy for general discomfort.
Money to loan on farm property in sums of two thousand dollars and up at five percent. Call on Chamberlain Haynes and Teed.
An old American household remedy claims to be the strongest and cheapest liniment for pain relief. Marketed as a universal remedy, it has been popular for 25 years.
An advertisement urges readers to avoid stomach drugs and heart stimulants and promotes Dr Shoop's Restorative as a remedy for weak nerves. It claims quick health return and urges testing the product sold by KH. D. Miller.
An old ad praises Holister's Rocky Mountain Tea as a unrivaled tonic remedy. The copy urges readers to start tonight, noting House Worth Bros as the seller. It highlights weekly use as a cleansing bracing physic and positions the product as superior and essential.
An old ad proclaims Dr Shoop's Health Coffee made from parched grains malt and nuts. It claims a 20 to 30 minute boil yields a drink and offers a free sample via W A Griffin.
A sensational claim from an advertisement states Dr Detchon's Relief for Rheumatism and Neuralgia cures in 1 to 3 days. It alleges immediate relief by removing the cause and notes first dose benefits. Sold by Houseworth Bros. FH Bentz & Co., and other druggists.
Scientists report 700000 year old bones in a Swiss cave with men from 100000 years ago. The feature argues ancient danger from wild beasts and today as disease. A. W. Brown of Alexander Maine credits Dr King s New Discovery for curing lung trouble and cough. Trial bottle free. 50c and 1.00 guaranteed by Houseworth Bros.
FOR RENT five room cottage at Maple Row and Pleasant street asking $8 per month. A E Hanson at Elk Hart Brass Mfg Co ss office. FOR RENT six room cottage at 308 North Third Street four blocks from the post office. If
Mrs. Charles M. Garhevich of 1129 Center Street Elkhart Indiana testifies that after years of back ache and kidney trouble Doan's Kidney Pills supplied permanent relief after a few boxes. She notes no recurrence over many years and endorses Houseworth Bros. Drug Store as the place of purchase with Foster Milburn Co. as U S agents price 60 cents.
L S Napier of Rugless Ky claims ten years of horse riding pain from piles ended after using Bucklen’s Arnica Salve. Ad says it cures for piles burns scalds cuts boils fever sores eczema salt rheum corns. 5c guaranteed by Houseworth Bros.
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