Doan's Ointment Promises Relief From Eczema
Mrs Milo Myers of 213 South Fourth Street endorses Doan's Ointment for eczema and itching. After six years of misery and failed remedies a box obtained at Lothworth Bros Drug Store stopped the itching within days. Doan's Kidney Pills and other Master Milburn Co products are advertised as skin and irritation remedies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Milo Myers
South Fourth Streas
Doan
Touseworth Bros
Milburn Co
Balfalo
N. Y
British Naval Divers Prove Mastery at Depth
Divers in the British navy must demonstrate proficiency by working in 12 fathoms of water for an hour and in 20 fathoms for a quarter of an hour before certification. The test underscores the demanding training required for underwater duties.
Methodists Abolish Pastoral Time Limit In Conference
Chicago May 24 The general conference of the Methodist Episcopal church voted to remove the five year limit on pastors in one charge allowing longer assignments. African Methodists in Chicago anticipate shifts as Bishop Bowen’s defeat prompts debate on church home transfers. Other items include plans for episcopal residences and a denied Washington location.
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Chicago
General Conference
The
Methodist Episcopal Church
John W. Ik. Bowen
Bowen
H. A. Monroe
I. Garland Penn
I. Vb. Scott
M. C. B. Mason
John W. Robinson
St. Mark's Church
Methodist Episcopal Conference
Tienry PL Jones
Dewen
John F. Hurst
Columbian University of Washington
Henry Wade Rogers
J. W. Bashford
B. P. Raymond
John F. Goucher
Episcopal
Washington
Denver
United States
Port Worth
Tex
John F. Coucher
Poston
New York
Philadelphia
Duffalo
Cincinnati
Detroit
St. Louis
Topeka
Minneapolis
San Francisco
Portland
Ore
Chattanooga
Zurich
Switzerland
Shanghai
China
New Discovery For Blood Poisoning Promoted
An old advertisement touts Doctor O D Warners Compound of Seven Cures as a universal remedy for blood poison diseases of the skin and liver and claims it treats primary and hereditary causes.
Rabbit Craze Sparks Rabbitry Boom Near Los Angeles
In southern California around Los Angeles breeders raise Belgian hares. Rabbits will be canned for meat, pelts for sealskin sacs, fur for hats and other products. About 610 rabbitries exist and over 60,000 high grade rabbits are reported in the area.
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California
Los Angeles
Foley's Honey and Tar Endorsed Against Lagrippe
Pneumonia can follow lagrippe, but never after using Foley's Honey and Tar. This is advertised as a reliable throat and lung remedy by Houseworth Bros.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Foley
Houseworth Bras
English upper ten bear large families on average
The piece notes large families among the English upper class. The queen has nine children with the princess of Wales at six. Lords and earls such as Abercenn y, Argyll, Dudley, Ellesmere, Inchiquin, and Leicester head families ranging from seven to fourteen children.
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Princess of Wales
Lord Abergavenny
Duke of Argyll
Countess of Dudley
Earl of Ellesmere
Earl of Inchiquin
Earl of Leicester
DeWitts Witch Hazel Salve Praised by Roanoka Resident
J O Kennedy of Roanoka Tennessee credits DeWitts Witch Hazel Salve with curing an in curable jaw ulcer after doctors failed. He mentions cures for piles and skin diseases and warns against imitations by Housesworth Bros.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. O. Kennedy
Roanoka
Tenn
DeWitt
Housesworth Bros
Shot in St Louis Strike Riot
Three men were shot during a clash between strikers Philip Sullivan James Sullivan and Patrick OConnell and Transit street railway company employees in Lafayette Park St Louis May 28. One man died, others severely wounded as shooters fled before police arrived.
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St. Louis
Philip Sullivan
James Sullivan
Patrick O’connell
Lafayette Park
O'Connell
Caldwell's Syrup Pepain Advertises Cure All
A vintage notice touts Caldwell's Syrup Pepain as a remedy for constipation indigestion sick headache and stomach trouble. Sold by Thomas' drug store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Caldwell
Thomas’ Drug Store
Battle Looms as English and Boers Clash Likely at Laings Nek
London May 28 Lord Roberts leads 20 000 infantry 26 000 cavalry and 15 guns toward Johannesburg and Pretoria through barren terrain. Indications point to a pitched battle at Laings Nek against well reinforced Boers led by Gen Helpp. Reinforcements include Ladybrand volunteers and Pretoria companies. Nearby reports from Moser Basutoland describe colonial detachments seizing rations and wagons. Barkly West Mas notes Boer reoccupation of Suruman and large laagers at Rietfontein and Danielskuil.
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London
Lord Roberts
Johannesburg
Pretoria
Panmen
Ladyhrand
Moser
Basutoland
Piehksbure
Venter
Barkly Wrest
Suruman
Rietfontein
Danielskul
Fair and Beautiful Faces Promised by Blood Remedy
An advertisement touts Dr. Warner's Compound of Seven Cures as a blood purifier that promises to smooth rough skin and produce fair complexions for those with impure blood.
Rich Mojave placer discovery draws miners to Randsburg
In the Mojave desert near Randsburg California excitement grows over rich placer mines. About four thousand mining claims have been filed, many in quarter sections with eight men pooling. Ground yields as much as 28 cents per three shovelfuls and bed rock lies near the surface. Eight miles from the nearest water, miners flock to the area.
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Mojave Desert
Randsburg
Cal
Here
Barstow
Banner Salve cures running sore says Henry H Richards
Henry H Richards of Willserville New York states he suffered a running sore on his breast for over a year. He tried many remedies but found relief only after using Banner Salve. After half a box he was perfectly cured and recommends it highly for home use.
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Henry H. Richards
Willserville
W. Y
Handicapped Beer Drinking Contest Draws Ire at Columbia
Temperance leaders protest a seniors class day program at Columbia College that plans a handicapped beer drinking contest to decide the class champ. Mrs. Ella L Boole, head of the state WCTU, has written to President Seth Low urging action on the issue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
College
New York
Columbia College
Ella L. Boole
Seth Low
DeWitts Little Early Risers Promoted as Blood Purifier
An advertisement from Houseworth Bros. touts DeWitt's Little Early Risers as the easiest and most effective method of purifying the blood and invigorating the system by cleansing the liver and bowels.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
DeWitt
Houseworth Bros
Boy Shoots Brother in Accidental Farmyard Death
Flora Ind May 28 Mills Sellars eight year old son of Thomas Sellars living near Sedalia was accidentally shot by his thirteen year old brother Homer. They found an old revolver believed unloaded and discharged it in the yard the ball entering Mills head near the left ear and passing through. He died within minutes before aid could arrive.
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Flora
Ind
Mills Sellars
Thomas Sellars
Sedalia
Homer
Rheumatism Tied to Uric Acid, Kidney Health Cited
Health claim links rheumatism to uric acid in the blood and says proper kidney excretion prevents rheumatism. Foley's Kidney Cure promoted as a remedy, from Houseworth Broa.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Foley
Houseworth Broa
Suipe Cigar Ads In Local Stores Highlight Deals
An OCR fragment advertises the Suipe cigar by F Leusch as best on earth sold by dealers. It mentions Martin & Amidon selling screen doors and W J Brown at 118 Jackson Street as the first class new and second hand store. The old post office blur and cheap prices are noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. Leusch
W J Brown
Jackson Street
Flour and farm supplies advertised by local dealer
A.C. Keen invites customers to call for flour feed baled hay straw seeds fertilizers and salt. Also ad for bakery delicacies and frozen treats. Mentions cigarettes and cigars sold by dealers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A.C. Keen
Elkhart Fue. Co
R. Jorxs
Mgr
Local suppliers advertise building materials and foods for sale
Godfrey Bros on E High St near the river offer sash doors and general building supplies. G W Robinson at 216 Mast Jackson St promotes low grocery, smoked meats and baked goods. F M Swinehart 112 West Jackson St sells groceries and baked goods. Ellwood Architectural Rooms at 2028S Main St invites work on home design. John Wambach at 62 South Main St sells meat and claims fine steak, ham and bacon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Godfrey Bros
E. High St
G W. Robinson’s
Mast
Jackson Street
F. M. Swinehart
West Jackson Street
Ellwood
Main St
John Wambach
South Main Street
Local Businesses Advertised In City Noticeboard
Heltner Co plumbers and BF W Brunk optician claim city service with drug store, barber, grocers, and dental offer. Ads tout Jugu Baar and Sermidt’s stores, liquor, cigars, bicycles, and a new bar. Corner Main Marion streets from Thomas drug store to C Bowles barber and Golden Lloyd grocers prominent in list.
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Columbia Hotel
Main and High Streets
Jugu Baar
Aruens
Main Street
Thomas Drug Store
Main and
Marion Streets
C. C. Bowles
New Place
Golden and Lloyd Bros
Sixth and
Harrison Sts
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Methodist Conference
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Martin & Amidon
E. A. Canse
West Jackson
Leonard
F. G. Shaw’s. Cvth
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Venury Club
Londres
Indane Tigers
Old St. Joe
Dom Pears
O. E Holland
Holland
Godfrey & Livengood
Globe Real Estate Exchange
Stark & Beardsley
Kesler Bros
J. Buchter
Middlebury Street
Harry Guimeyer
Odd Fellow’s
Sears, Roebuck & Co
Friends of Labor
Helfrich & Gelzen
N Lieb
Cooke
Cc. Davis
Jewelery
DeCamp & Son
East
Franklin Street
Timothy
Monarch Bicycles
J. BE. Micks CO
Wj H. Mann
O’brien
W. H. Mannj
Allison
Sam Carlin
G. J. Duncan
Advance Thresher
East Jackson Street
Fedder Bros
Harrison Street
Heltner & Co
Felts
R&d. Grazam
Tensories
Suaia Main Street
Union Ehen
Paottegheten Biilwankee
Sermidt’s
Opp. L
Vass
Startion
Pelt’s
Hikbart
BF. W. Brunk
J. A. Weeygand & Co
Franklin St
Post Office
J W. Schooly
Dr. Chester
Hall
Felt’s
R. Turnock
E. G. Krienke
Hoetger Bros
H. #. Rohrer
W.E. Smith
F’r
Wellington
Tur Harn
Bokneman & Don
J. Thomas
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