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Newspaper
Elyria Reporter
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 19, 1906
Page
3
An advertising notice touts URICO as a cure for rheumatism, claiming it dissolves uric acid in the blood and kidneys. It markets URICO at 1.00 per bottle, offers samples, and urges readers to obtain the remedy from the Smith Drug Company in Syracuse, N Y.
Following the arrest of Captain Balfour and his mate from the steamer Tf. B. Smith for defacing the west government pier at Karata, the mate was dismissed and the captain bound over to the grand jury. A warrant had been issued for Captain Balfour by government inspector John Setults at Lorain.
A collage of wedding folklore lists monthly marriage fortunes and luck beliefs, urging brides to wed in specific months for happiness and wealth. It notes a groom’s miniature horseshoe as lucky and recommends DeWitt's Little Early Risers for rosy cheeks and sparkling eyes, sold by druggists.
Margaret Scheweitzock four years old, daughter of a Milwaukee area businessman, wandered from home into the woods near Menominee and was found unharmed playing in a wolf den with wolf cubs. She told rescuers she enjoyed nuts and the "niece like doggies" and was not hungry or cold.
Three marriage licenses granted since Wednesday noon. Ceoise Wickens 54 of Lorain and Chloe Elizabeth Wallace 43 of Lorain listed as a couple with Wickens noted as previously married twice and Wallace a spinster. Also listed are John M. Davis 36 of Sherronville and Myrtle North 69 of LaGrange plus Ray Bradford 30 of Lorain and Mabel Dickerson 24 of Lorain.
Manuel Silveira the Cuban banker linked to the Cobaltos & Co. collapse arrived in Curaçao aboard the Carmelina with wife and children a week ago. Passengers recount his claimed route from Havana to Curaçao then Porto Bello en route to New York via Curaçao.
An 1905 London analysis promotes Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets as natural digestive aids. Claims include digestion support from gastric agents, chemical testing negating poisons, and broad remedies for indigestion, loss of appetite, and related ailments. Available by mail from F A Stuart Co Marshall Michigan.
Windlay Oct 17 Attorney General Ellis received a dispatch from New York stating the Manhattan Oil Co was sold to Standard Oil Co for 2 000 000 dollars. Attorney Bilbott for Standard has denied the report. In the trial of Standard Oil Co of Ohio for alleged conspiracy, Mr Kline finished two and a half hours of defense while Mr Hillis prepared to conclude for the state. The court crowd filled the chamber. A medicinal notice mentions Kennedy's Laxative Honey and Tar as a remedy.
Oberlin hopes for a turn in form as Zercher and Prince return to practice. Zercher, a tackle from last season, and Prince, captain and halfback, rejoin after injuries and delays and are expected to boost the team’s prospects.
Names obtained show 18 counts linked to the Oak Point prize fight. William Peer faces charges for keeping a saloon open on Sunday, running a slot machine, and running a gambling house. George Fra ger and his opponent each have two indictments for participating and attending. Other defendants include Albert Webster John MacBer mott John Van Nuys Silas Frazer Charles Jamies George Blindets John Nuhn Archie Payton Stave Marsh Sam Prisbie Jota J. Kenley and Sam Rabcoek.
New York reports lawyer A B Peabody says Mrs. Evelyn Thaw is not a target of any indictment. He cites Harry Thaw's calm after learning of possible charges against another person and notes Mrs Thaw did not buy the revolver used to kill Stanford White.
An advertisement promotes the Pyramid Pile Cure claiming home treatment avoids surgery and provides instant relief. It cites a Toronto testimonial from Mrs J Bond and offers free sample packets from Pyramid Drug Co in Marshall Michigan, with regular treatments priced at 50 cents after trial success.
G W McGraw a street patent medicine peddler in Emporia learned he is one of three heirs to a 12 million dollar estate left by his uncle Thomas McGraw a Detroit banker. The 66 year old Civil War veteran plans to keep selling snake oil and travel to new places.
Monroe's Studio in Elyria Advertisement promotes a free extra fine Cabinet Photo album with every dozen Cabinet Photos sold before November 1. Early sittings ensure timely delivery and avoid rush. Also sells Souvenir Hook books featuring past portraits and local scenes. order desks accept mail delivery for 25 cents extra. Kadol For Dyspepsia is recommended for overworked stomachs.
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