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Newspaper
Elkhart Weekly Truth
Location
Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 05, 1908
Page
2
The passage cites Hoke Smith as a leading figure in a doomed presidential nomination and references the "North Colinwood tragedy" expressing that language fails to convey the public's horror. It notes the inadequacy of wording to express collective feelings about a perceived century’s horror.
Receivers' union warns St Joseph river may not handle spring business and needs protection. Indications suggest Wikhart may lose whiskey war monopoly. South Bend plans a session with the saloon men.
ABE MARTIN quips about the oldest Mason and surplus buyers, noting ground bought for five dollars near the State Mouse site. He jokes about aging and plans to polish furniture and brighten an old bine serge suit as time passes.
An old advertisement claims Dr Shoop's Cough Cure stops coughs safely using soothing green leaves and stems. It asserts the remedy calms the bronchi and contains no opium or chloroform and urges demand for Dr Shoop's product.
A note requests the person who disturbed the congregation last Sunday by coughing to buy a bottle of Foley's Honey and Tar. The item is for sale by all druggists.
R M James of Louellen South Carolina touts Electric Bitters as a cure for chills bilious attacks and jaundice. The tonic purifies blood and relieves stomach liver and kidney misery promising quick results. Sold with guarantee at Houseworth Bros drug store.
Mr E B Chamberlain of Clinton Maine praises Bucklen's Arnica Salve for piles chapped hands and an old sore healing without scarring. Available at Houseworth Bros drug store for 25 cents.
An advertisement touts E Burnham beauty products and a home course to restore youthfulness. It promotes free booklet How to Be Beautiful and offers a 10 cent mail sample of Hair Tanalrd and Cucumber Cream, with guidance on facial treatment and skin care.
A political letter argues for integrity in office and public service over private gain. It calls for wage protection, anti corruption, and adherence to Democratic principles, urging candidates to prioritize public good, beware private interests, and unite the party for Indiana’s restoration.
Article fragment describes pygmies climbing techniques and ritual feasts for luck before moving camps. It mentions Maj Powell-Cotton’s gunbearer observing pygmies in a forest, and notes a ceremonial table with bananas honey and sweet potatoes. Also advertises Orino Laxative Syrup and Foley’s Honey and Tar for coughs, plus carpet cleaning and a theatre appearance with Aubrey Stock Co.
At about three in the morning M P Toby recounts M P T P O Connor delivering a rambling speech to 12 to 15 sleepy members. Sir Patrick O'Brien tries to wake the chamber with a bow and explains he interrupted to rouse the audience rather than disrupt the proceedings.
Octave Thanet relates a Florida tale of an old Black man eager to read the Bible. A friend teaches him, and later his wife reports he has progressed from Bible reading to newspapers proving literacy and curiosity extended beyond scripture.
A banana farm description notes a bunch passing through at least twelve pairs of hands before loading aboard a ship. After harvest a large bunch is carried by a native laborer to a plantation collecting point, then loaded onto a car, transported to the wharf, and finally passed through multiple hands into the ship's hold.
Edward Everett argues that violence granted power today becomes accepted through tradition and acquiescence tomorrow. He states aristocracy thrives on reverence for antiquity and that reason yields before longstanding follies, shaping present class systems as the wisdom of ages.
A Washington Post quote notes some men claim prosperity when their wives secure steady jobs, reflecting attitudes toward women’s work as a measure of national well being.
Advertises tea or tablets from Houseworth Bros claiming to improve blood for a rich, red complexion that washes in and out, not rubbing off, priced 35 cents.
Advertisement asserts Foley's Honey and Tar cures severe coughing and can prevent pneumonia overnight. Promises rapid relief and lung strengthening with a note that genuine product comes in a yellow package and is sold by all dealers.
Advert says to mail for Dr Shoop remedy to cure catarrh. Warns readers not to suffer and suggests a free sample. Mentions Hecine Wis and EB D Miller.
Shreveport report says Blanche Walsh fainted on stage in Beaumont and collapsed at the Phoenix Hotel in the afternoon. Manager Jo De Moore arranged transport to Memphis for treatment as Walsh, weakened since illness last year, may not perform soon.
Leon F. Zelinski of Buffalo New York says he cured a severe cold sore with Bucklen's Arnica Salve by applying it once daily for two days. The salve supposedly heals all sores and is sold under a guarantee at Houseworth Bros. drug store for 25 cents.
LAXATIVE BROMIC Quining tablets claimed to cure a cold in one day. Druggists refund money if it ails to cure. E Grove’s signature on each box. Price 46 cents.
An advertisement proclaims dandruff caused by a germ and claims Newbro’s Herpicide kills it. It promises restored scalp health and glossy hair, offering samples by mail and noting sizes 50 cents and 1.00, with Houseworth Bros. as special agents.
Elk hart resident FE F Pettit retired engineer reports persistent backaches from heavy locomotive riding. He says a box of Dean's Kidney Pills from Houseworth Bros. Drug Store helped more than other medicines and treatments.
Special announcement states Foley's Honey and Tar for coughs colds and lung troubles is not affected by the National Pure Food and Drug Law as it contains no opiates or harmful drugs. It is recommended as a safe remedy for children and adults with all dealers carrying it.
For thirty years Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound has been the standard remedy for female ills. It has helped with displacements inflammation ulcers fibroid tumors irregularities periodic pains backache bearing down feeling flatulency indigestion dizziness and nervous prostration. Mrs Pinkham invites sick women to write for advice at Lynn Massachusetts.
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