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Newspaper
Elkhart Weekly Truth
Location
Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 28, 1901
Page
6
The article describes President Roosevelt’s frustration after waiting thirty minutes for his carriage. He left via the Tiffany doors to the portico, then rode with Cortelyou’s equipe. He planned a cross country walk with a friend, dressed in a Norfolk jacket and knickerbockers, reflecting his rugged persona.
Accidents occur as a mother lifts a sofa and a father is hurt in the shop. The ad touts Perry Davis Pain Killer as unmatched for sore strained muscles, claiming it averts the worst consequences of injuries. Richmond anticipates a premier county fair with a new fair association forming and articles of incorporation soon filed.
W. J. Shively of Batesville C says Banner Salve cured his piles and exceeded every salve he tried Rushton's drug store. Richmond United Presbyterian church calls Rev. S. R. Lyons of Monmouth IL. Lyons accepts, will assume duties immediately, to be installed December 19.
A promotional note asserts Doan's Ointment provides relief from severe itching and discomfort caused by piles. The ad describes relentless itching as worse than ten thousand demons and claims the ointment never fails.
Peru G. M. and Frank Webb plan to erect a $25,000 opera house to replace the one burned this spring. They will seek public purchase of $5,000 in advance tickets to fund the project.
David City Nebraska writes on April 1 1900 praising Genesee Pure Food Co Grain-O stating coffee caused illness in a brother and grain based beverage improved health after switching to Grain-O with strong satisfaction. The letter is signed by Lillie Sochor.
Sullivan home of Huston Barnes in Cass township caught fire during the night. The six family members escaped only in their nightclothes, narrowly avoiding cremation.
An advertisement touts Dr Kay's Long Balm as a cure for coughs la grippe bronchitis sore throat croup and whooping cough with a note it never deranges the stomach Sold by druggists in 10 and 25 cent sizes Also reports a household accident where Elizabeth Lang burned her hair near a hot stove and notes various local business items including Rocky Mountain Tea orders and a summer theater project near Lake Manitou.
A testimonial from Miss Lillie Degenkolbe of Chicago cites cure by Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound for menstrual and related ailments. The letter urges women to consult Mrs Pinkham and warns against inferior remedies, inviting correspondence from sick women seeking advice.
The New York Herald notes Sir Thomas Lipton has spent about 1 300 600 dollars to win the America's Cup, yet the silver trophy remains unmoved. It jokes that even if the money were used to power coal enough to steam the water, the cup would not budge, an odd display of gravity.
County physician Geo W. Scroggs of Hall County Georgia says he has taken Koedol Dyspepsia Cure and it gave him the most relief. He says as a physician he prescribes it and finds it best for digestion and avoiding starvation from undigested food. Houseworth Bros.
Portland resident Port Ed Stephens long missing was reportedly heard from via telegram from Hoopeston Illinois claiming he was fatally injured by a train. His brother, a local policeman, has gone to Hoopeston. the message was sent to his mother who had died months earlier.
A Lima engineer touts Foley's Kidney Cure for backache and urges train men to try it. In Muncie a horse thief detective arrives with Wynn of Riley Ohio, and Wynn confesses stealing a horse and buggy from Clay Burch near Blountsville. he will be prosecuted in New Carlisle.
Advertisement notes Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin as effective for sick headaches biliousness and disordered stomach. Claims it helps late night discomfort. Sold by Thomas major druggists and Rushton's drug stores with emphasis on quick relief.
The Farmers Institute of Franklin township Randolph county will meet here on November 22 and 23. Esteemed state speakers are secured to address topics of importance to all classes of farmers.
The passage critiques a chess exhibition labeled Kriegspiel with two boards and sans voir, noting the post game crowd’s harsh reaction. It also advertises Chamberlain's Pain Balm for corns and sprains, and reports a Wabash train accident in Peru identifying Frank Parsons, a restaurant worker, fatally hit when intoxicated.
Lebanon Clara Payne of Colfax sues Elbert Cory for $1000 alleging breach of promise to marry. In Grahamsville Sullivan Co New York blacksmith H H Black reports his five year old son suffers frequent croup. Chamberlain's Cough Remedy praised for dissolving mucus and curing croup without opium. sold at Houseworth Bros. drug stores.
Mrs. Hram Whittaker, a longtime Goshen resident, was found in her room nearly dead from escaping gas. She was resuscitated with difficulty.
A Georgia farmer, not a church member, funds a church on his land for 500 dollars. He rents it to Methodist, Baptist, and Episcopalian groups weekly, turning a 50 percent annual return and repaying his initial investment while offering a shared worship space. The project begins with a Thanksgiving service and grows into a communal, debt-free house of worship.
A large funeral gathering in Kutztown Pennsylvania honored Dr J. B Trexler with his predeath plan for a free dinner for all attendees. Over 1000 people took part at the two leading local hotels where meals were arranged for the crowd.
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