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Newspaper
Evening Observer
Location
Dunkirk, New York, United States of America
Date
Jun 25, 1884
Page
2
Fragmented OCR text describes incorrect medical usage and improper procedures for applying medicines. It mentions partial trials, overuse, and confusion about proper treatment. The passage hints at patient instructions and the need for proper guidance in medical practice.
A vintage medicinal advertisement claims a half pill and external applications ease throat and chest symptoms for colds. It touts rapid phlegm loosening, bronchial comfort, and claims nine out of ten cures for colds with Thomas' Elective Electric Fluid. The copy urges druggists to stock the tonic from Oster Milburn & Co.
The article surveys reactions to James G Blaine as a leading American figure. It discusses labor delegations, tariff policy, and revenue proposals, noting attacks on Cleveland and support for Blaine by Irish Americans. It cites editorials from The Evening Telegraph and references to British and European press.
The article argues Governor's commutation of Brother Frank's sentence was a demagogic error, insisting the innocent or guilty must face proper punishment. It criticizes the governor for straddling factions, praises perceived honesty, and notes Democratic plans to reform a crowded Chicago convention venue and nominating dynamics.
Slocum and Butler move into the city arranging headquarters and calculating odds in a political contest. Butler vows to press the Democracy if not nominated, while convention ticket allocations total 10,500 for delegates press fund locals and officials plus contingency seats.
Weekly Surrogate’s Court entries show probate grants and executorships for George Cotterwich Dunkirk Deloss Hail Portland Clara Bristol Dunkirk and others. Guardianships, administrators and judicial settlements noted for Charles Dates Villenova Sylvester Sweet Albion Rhoda Brockway Poland Charlotte Ida Howson and additional estates including Romulus Stumm Dunkirk Alpheus Babcock Silver Creek Larkin Harrington Westfield Abigail Turringion Westfield. Several accounts approved, guardians discharged, and sales ordered to pay debts. Trial adjournments and surrogates decisions recorded through June 24 1884.
The Cherry Creek village celebrates with a July event led by George H Frost delivering the omition, a large fireworks display at Central Hotel, and Mrs Ann Delahey receiving a surprise visit. Birthdays for Elmer and Pliny Shattuck yield Bibles and cash from family. Donations to Rev O Babcock bring fifty to sixty dollars. A Republican ratification meeting draws a strong crowd with bonfire and a balloon ascent, and a Blaine and Logan club forms with many members.
Liming eggs shows advantages for baking and custards but not for boiling or frying. In trials from two springs ago eggs packed with lime kept sweeter when stored in a damp cellar, while eggs packed in dust and ashes spoiled sooner. Mary Smyth of Lamilton County notes lime treated eggs remained usable for cakes and puddings, suggesting the method benefits certain preparations.
June reports show mixed commodity prices with wheat, corn, and oats varying across markets. Livestock edges steady to weak as cattle and hog quotes drift, while flour, pork, beef, and wool trade in New York hints at subdued activity. Market notes mention weather, freight, and seasonal demand impacting futures and cash trades in Cleveland and Chicago corridors.
A brief quotation from the stock exchange notes opening remarks by Hinshesi Lowe, referenced in the market column. The item records a single attributed remark and its immediate context in the early trading day.
Partial timetable notes list trains between Titusville Buffalo Buffalo to Lakeville Union City and Olean Oil City via the Onion Titusville branch with various arrival and departure times. Mentions through cars, signals at flag stations, and Eastern time with slight dusk differences. Tickets and baggage checks available through company agents in Dunkirk and Ruthin with noted conductors and stations.
Fragmentary OCR reads like notes on equipment and a few names. The text mentions ANH NEE, a test, comborsable preview, and Papo or Sst remey with ads. Content is unclear and lacks a coherent event or outcome.
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