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Newspaper
Ellsworth American
Location
Ellsworth, Maine, United States of America
Date
Jan 29, 1902
Page
7
A promotional message touts Vinol as a cure for coughing bronchial inflammation. It claims the product nourishes the body to prevent disease, cites testimonials from doctors, and offers a money back guarantee. A Wickford reader recounts relief after trying Vinol and invites others to visit for details and purchases.
An ad notes Wn Ting Pang’s worry over a missing diamond, then pivots to a promotional pitch for Benson's Porous Plaster claiming it relieves gout neuralgia colds and sore chests. It touts quick relief, urges readers to buy, and lists Seabury & Woolson Mfg. Co. as the U.S. advertiser.
The Lewiston Journal recounts Professor Baker a revived Topsham area minstrel, detailing his youth with Barnum shows, Bishop's Serenaders, and the Big Four Hundred. The piece sketches his family home near Front street, his love of plantation songs, and anecdotes from tours through Maine towns, ending with reflections on his lasting impact on regional entertainment.
Ellsworth residents share experiences with Dean's Kidney Pills aiming to prove effectiveness. Mrs. Geo W Day from Morrison district describes back pain urinary weakness and fatigue before using the pills from Wiggin's drug store. After several boxes she gains better sleep appetite and mobility. Sold by all dealers 50 cents Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY agents for U S Remember the name Dean's and take no other.
A 1902 legal notice from Hancock County lists court orders for probate actions and estate administrations. It names executors and administrators such as Mary E. Sloat, Alturia A. Ladd, and Frank P. Mercer, and provides hearing dates, guardianship or administration details, and requests creditors to present claims. The document also includes a foreclosure notice for Charlotte M. Calhem of Brooksville on a mortgage dated April 20, 1900, and lists the holder and recording details, with instructions to present claims and settle debts.
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