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Newspaper
Ellsworth American
Location
Ellsworth, Maine, United States of America
Date
Jan 17, 1900
Page
6
The American leads county circulation, with subscribers at 10 of 11 Hancock post offices, while other papers barely reach most readers. Reports note high school news, lodge installs, local entertainments, a charity drive, and a new schoolhouse fire quickly contained.
A man recounts severe measles related lung illness and bleeding, told by doctors he would die, then credits Dr King's New Discovery with a complete cure for throat chest and lung troubles. He praises the medicine as indispensable and notes trial bottles for free at Wiggin's Drug Store in Manchester, IA.
COUNTY NEWS notes an anniversary address from a fraternal group with praise for unity and memory. Rev Mr Garland attends the E M C seminary. Samuel Leach has spent nearly two months surveying since August 14. A large sum in back taxes has been collected in the area.
Advertorial claim states Dr Williams Pink Pills for Pale People enrich blood tone nerves and strengthen stomach to prevent sick headaches and restore energy. Testimonial from Mrs Fannie B Stoffle of Martinsville Missouri describes long history of terrib le headaches, improvement after treatment, four boxes used with lasting relief. Price noted as 3 cents per box and boxes at $2.00 direct from the doctor.
Surry reports include Miss Mette Huson of Chicago visiting her sister Mrs HM Moore and Rev H M Moore conducting revival meetings at the Methodist chapel. East Blue Hill residents Scammons visit Franklin relatives. Mrs Mary Brown marks her 89th birthday despite a cold. Local school at Surry closes a successful eight week term taught by Miss Susie Long with several pupils commended. Winter Harbor hosts a Masonic installation. officers listed and a program presented. North Lamoine notes Gertrude Bragdon’s return from Newburyport and a recognition meeting held at Latsine church with delegates reported. Grenville area updates include J R Emery’s illness, Patterson family departure, Bragg crew hauling stavewood, and local school changes with improved attendance and Miss Lancaster praised.
Southwest Harbor community updates include Capt. Jeane Pease’s gradual health improvement, J C Ralph’s new jewelry store studio and painting, and local efforts to maintain social ties amid restrictions. Reports mention Tremont Lodge resolutions for Jacob W Carroll and Capt Jere Jones, new library acquisitions, marriages, a new steel bridge, illnesses, and a recent schooner sale.
Loazie Jordan returns home from Ellsworth Falls for several weeks. Lowell Brimmer, badly hurt weeks ago, is improving. Aaron Parsons remains confined to his house. E. G. Beimmer went to Bangor to visit his ailing brother James. The ladies elect meet with Mrs. George W. Blodgett last Thursday. Schooner Lette M. Gray with Captain Lord rests at Wasson’s wharf for the winter. In town since Jan 1 there have been twenty births, marriages, and nineteen deaths. Tomson.
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