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Newspaper
Elkhart Weekly Truth
Location
Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1900
Page
3
At 734 South Main Street the vendor offers garden seeds and lawn grass with a full bulk seed line. Bell phone 374. F. M. Kosht promotes The Northern Star saloon at 102 North Main Street with imported cigars fine wines liquors Pilest Milwaukee beer.
A 30 day free trial of Condition Powder with every bale from Masson’s Feed Store at 117 N Main St. Improve health with a clean mouth and teeth examined by dentist S B SyHokT at 112 Marion in the Rice block. New Baby Cabs advertised at Felt’s.
The treasury bureau reports April exports at $115,926,507, up $20,000,600 from any prior year and double April 1893. Agriculture, manufactures, mining, forests, fisheries, and miscellaneous sectors all show gains, signaling a record year in exports as 1900 closes.
A claim for Dean’s Ointment as the sole universal remedy to end itchiness on any skin area. Advertises that it is available at any drug store and promises immediate relief.
Miss Annie Dackman, 17, granddaughter of James E F Miller of 180 East Eighty third Street, elopes with her former coachman Alfred Terwilliger. The couple set up a top floor Harlem flat. Miller cannot understand the choice and says the man will not be forgiven.
An antique ad promotes Foley's Kidney Cure promising healthy kidneys and recovery for those who feel unwell. The blurb quotes Houseworth Brose as the distributor and urges readers to seek cures for general kidney issues.
A comedian tests the crowd with a joke and the manager calls it the limit. The exchange appears in the Philadelphia North American as a brief humor item.
An advertisement urges readers with kidney and bladder troubles to use Foley's Kidney Cure as a safe effective medicine that benefits the kidneys. Houseworth Bros.
Richmond Virginia May 28 Captain Page McCarty die d after a long illness linked to the famous McCarty Mordecai duel of spring 1873. The confrontation over a poem led to revolver shots at ten paces. Mordecai died within 24 hours while McCarty survived.
In New York at the Washington market a horse known for its odd name bolted during a Harlem runaway and wrecked a grocery shop on Columbus Avenue. The horse collided with a cart, shattered a plate glass window, and after being removed to the gutter was shot by a policeman, ending the animal's “free” career.
Mrs. O A Truckmiller of Petersburg reports her baby Esther was cured of constipation after using Persin Syrup Co medicine from Monticello Ill. She notes the child became healthy and strong and that others are achieving similar results. Sold by Thomas drug store.
The New York Herald notes Abbe Perosi’s swift artistry after Cardinal Ferrari asked for a piece for Lombardy pilgrims. He wrote it that night, conducted four rehearsals, and at 11:30 the work delighted Leo XIII, who praised him warmly in the Vatican.
W R Wilkinson of Albany Tenn reports twenty years of stomach trouble ending after using Kodol Dyspepsia Cure calling it the savior of his life. The advertisement cites Houseworth Bros as the seller and claims the product digests what you eat.
Timothy B. Blackstone longtime railroad leader and former president of the Chicago and Alton system died at his home in Chicago at 252 Michigan Avenue. He was 71 years old and one of the oldest railroad chiefs in America.
Chas. Replogle of Atwater Ohio could not work due to kidney trouble. After four days of using Foley's Kidney Cure he was entirely well.
A patient underwent the rare operation of removing the stomach at Erie County Hospital. The man survives but must subsist on liquids. The piece discusses cancer causes and promotes Dr Chase medicines and local ads from C. A. Miller & Co and other merchants.
The Missouri and Kansas bridge over the Missouri River near Leavenworth was sold at auction for 10000 to Simon Stern for Emanuel L. Riser of New York. Built in 1866 at a cost of 800000, the foreclosure suit for 588064 filed in 1880 by J H Shanklin led to the sale ordered by US Judge Hook and master commissioner W W Hooper.
A newspaper item promotes Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as effective for persistent coughs linked to consumption and bronchitis. It asserts early treatment cures these diseases and offers a money back guarantee if not beneficial, with availability through A. O. Rowe, Druggist.
The state department received from the British ambassador a formal extradition application for Count de Toulouse Lautrec, jailed in Chicago on swindling and forgery charges tied to Montreal. Mothers seek relief from bowel complaints with Dr. Extract of Wild Strawberry.
Manila authorities quarantine the city area amid four suspected Bombay plague cases among workers. Officials order burning of insanitary dwellings as a preventive measure.
An advertisement touts Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin as a remedy for headaches and stomach troubles. It promises quick relief, pleasant taste, and lasting effect. Thomas' drug store is named as the seller.
Pittsburg May 28 members of the Duquesne club and others mourn the loss of nearly one million dollars invested in the American Steel Hoop company stock as the episode unfolds amid gnashing of teeth and concern over failed investment.
Louis Ginsburg a resident of Concord township Elkhart county Indiana applies to the Elkhart county board of commissioners for a license to sell spirituous vinous malt and other intoxicating liquors in quantities less than a quart with on premise drinking at No 200 Main Street Elkhart a first story room of a three story brick building at the southeast corner of Main and Pigeon streets The request is to be considered at the next county commissioners session beginning the first Monday in June 1900
A large line of baby cabs and go carts is showcased at the People’s Outfitting Company located at 425 South Main Street. The display highlights portable transport options for families and children in the shop window.
H B Miller at 106 S Main St advertises old Kentucky Blue Grass 6 to 15 years for medicines at Weissr Bros. Stewart’s grocery at 119 North Main St offers bottled goods and delivery. Buckeye pilsner beer highlighted. L Hetrrica & Son's promotes $1.50 tardineers for 98 cents at Odd Fellow's block.
Multiple Elkhart retailers list offerings from candies and ice cream to books stamps and kodaks. J. Stinson Co. advertises tailoring while Thos Dettling Son promotes hardware and tinware. M. A. Tompkins markets millinery and Curtis furnishings advertise low prices and home goods. The Elkhart Steam Laundry touts quality service. A. W. Shively promotes men’s and children’s wear.
Goldman's offers fountain drinks and Verner's Ginger Ale while East Franklin street shop Beck & Krumpetz promotes practical horseshoeing and blacksmithing. Pulley belt buckles, lace pins, cuff buttons, hat pins and sterling friendship hearts are advertised at half the price of competitors.
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