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Newspaper
Evening Observer
Location
Dunkirk, New York, United States of America
Date
Oct 02, 1884
Page
3
An OCR fragment advertises various medicines and remedies with archaic spellings and broken names. It mentions Dr Thomas, electric products, and a price line from druggists. The ad references RICE Inc and Foster Milbuse Co in Buffalo New York and Gray's Specific Medicine.
The Democratic Party in Missouri's Fourteenth district nominated William Dawson for Congress. Across the nation, various political moves included Seth L. Moore, a Jersey breeder, assigned in Columbus Ohio, and a Wisconsin congressman Bragg finally chosen after a long deadlock. Reports note a Rockingham House fire, railroad wage cuts, libel suit against Toronto Mail, and other mid‑country events.
Last Sunday afternoon a heavy rain and wind storm passed without reported damage. Mrs J C Caswell returns from Batavia after her husband's death. Mr 18 Johnson adds a new barn, Jerome Ruttenbur builds a fine barn, Lester Huttenbur handles the work. Richard and Barnes start Isaac Lewarthy’s new house on the old site. Rev H Blackmarr of Elton spent the week in town. Rev B P Lynn preaches his last sermon before conference next Sabbath. Mr and Mrs Cornwell return from Farmersville visit. Al H P Cornell sells his place and harness shop to Lester Rattenbur for 21850 and plans to move to Nebusses near Liveala, Isa.
In Memoriam Rev J C CasSween Al D dies Aug 23 at home aged thirty six. Dr Caswell moved from Ruthie list to study then practice at Che Butea Medien University. Funeral held Aug 26 at M EL Chavehom Puestuy Rev Colby led service and spoke warmly. Wife Jessie and child, extended family and friends mourn his loss. Many attended from Fredonia and nearby towns.
An advertisement touts Dr Bosanko's Pile Remedy claiming it directly targets affected areas to absorb tumors halt itching and offer a permanent cure. Priced at 50 cents with agents in Piqua Ohio and Bradford Pennsylvania. Also mentions a man who lost $260 after an oil investment and margin trading in Meadville.
An advertisement page warns buyers about unscrupulous dealers offering remedies claimed equal to Dr Bosanko's Cough and Lung Syrup with prices shown. Other items include Wells Health Renewer cures for kidney and bladder issues, Shouche-Pairea warnings, Rough on Corns and Rats remedies, and notices of local events such as harvester work resuming and an inspection in October.
A Lowell letter from 1534 recounts a paralysis illness in which swift aid came through a popular remedy. The writer, Gifford, praises its effect on the stomach liver and other organs, noting previous doctors failed to provide relief before the remedy restored strength and health.
Aletter from Fredonia praises Dr Fenner Kidney and Back Ache Cure and Blood and Liver Remedy touted as a public benefactor. It claims the tones heal nerves, headaches, fevers, pimples, and bowel issues, promising rest and restoration of health with endorsement by Hon. IL C. Lake and a dealer in Dunkirk.
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