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Newspaper
Evening Observer
Location
Dunkirk, New York, United States of America
Date
Jul 30, 1884
Page
4
An 19th century advertorial piece urges mothers to rely on a tonic claimed to ease stomach wind colic and support the entire system. It touts a widely distributed product with nurses and physicians in the United States endorsing it and available by mail order worldwide.
The Voltaic Belt Co of Marshall Michigan announces the Electro Volt Aie Belt and related electric appliances available on a thirty day trial. Targeting young men and others afflicted with nervous debility loss of manhood rheumatism neuralgia paralysis and similar ailments the firm promises restoration to health and vigor with no risk. An illustrated pamphlet is available on request.
Local notices list cigars at Wheeler Bros barber shop on Center Street and poultry oysters sausages lard offered by various vendors. It promotes Shilohs Cure for coughs and insomnia and notes sale of coal yard items like wood shingles plaster and pipes by Lyon Bros and Hamilton Yard.
An old newspaper snippet highlights Wheeler Bros on Center St noting ladies hair dressing and bangs trimming. It promotes Shiloh's Gare for a quick stop cough and claims a guarantee. Lyon Bros and J Harper advertise availability.
A chaotic page notes council adjournment with delays and mentions two officers capturing an Indian who raped Gowardia Reunie. It details a Cleveland Corps meeting, steamer excursion, crafts sales, a potential arrest over a stock scheme, a Manaicrdor arrival, and Mike Newell’s intrusion into public office with a warrant and upcoming citizenship exam.
Mr E G Stuniy of New York is registered at the Erie Hotel. Lottie Martie and Lena Enery of Titusville visit Miss Enna Patternon of Central Avenue. Co C Dunkirk Division meets Thursday evening at Wirtner corner Lion and Wright streets. Bartlett Hoe 3 of Salamunes invites Hose our members to attend Hikeir Aulasanta parade on August 27. Crooks Division Primed Raightsael meets tomorrow night at Columbus Hall for a dedication of the new heat purers. A full turnout is desired for a rousing time.
At the Brak Atoutlour nice WUP Like place at Punkith Rink on Wednesday. Jui faden sda je Enric Prol. das, Gi. Madune, Grand Rapids, Mich. Prob Will Schack, Boston, Maes., Prof. Geo. Devere. Buffalo, Me. Creur A. Kraut, Gullalo. Ma. Wo Hugh. con, Buffalo. 1st prize $10.00, 3d &600u, M1 24.0000 The managers "as entra ten fool aider and the nigst exiting race ever witnessed in Dunkirk. Don't Tail to sia Thee OUUINGACONE TE. Gaol Hiuei in attendance. Admission-Sadie, 15 cts.: Gents, 25 cts. G40 Fricunk Wirlias , Manages.
Salamanca raised £1000 in aid of Uaer Brennan's parade. A democratic beeper, rumored to be at Weltsville, and a Republican presence near a Tree backer residence, are noted. Meier Quinn died by poison at Limestone. Sperry’s wife fled and returned to Sharon after abandonment. local subscription aided her relief.
An uneven OCR record describes a Republican caucus in a Tuass district selecting delegates for a county and congressional convention. It notes Dr. SoM Smith and others elected as delegates and district officers, with a later adjournment and confirmation of three ward officers for the ticket. The article highlights City Hall hosting voters and the rough, ceremonial tone of the gathering.
A reader recounts a Chautauqua season visit with praise for Prof Ellis and Rev Talmage sermons. Describes a praise service, choir, and lectures, noting improved grounds, cheaper board, and a larger attendance. Mentions the Netel Athanenum at pace, a ticket broker, and Barnum’s show in Jamestown drawing crowds.
Colman’s Rural World invites farmers to subscribe for market and farming reports. It describes an eight page weekly publication, price 81.50 yearly or 1.00 for eight months, and lists publisher Norman J. Colman at 600 Olive Street, St. Louis, Missouri.
An old advertisement touts PAIN PLASTER for backaches chest pains and rheumatism with neuralgic use. It claims quick relief for colic cramps diarrhea and external aches and can be used for humans or beasts. Prices listed 20 and 40 cents.
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