Freeport County Board Debates Bridges and Publishing Fees
County supervisors discuss funding for a Pecatonica street bridge and repairs at the Poor Farm pump. They approve a motion to publish board proceedings at specified newspapers and amend language on supplements while adjournment awaits.
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Ifsher
Adam A. Krape
Musser
fUchtenberger
Dywidge
Pecatonica
Stephenson Street
Ol Freeport
Fisher
Board of Supervisors
Benson County
Illinois
Freeport Journal
Freeport
Freeport Republic
Deutcher Anzelger
Freeport , Banner
Adams
Addams
Briggs Gund
Hayes
Kleckithtenberger
Pierce
Poffenberger
LoMpson
Trunk
Benheholt Brady
F ‘ Stout
Stover
Walker
Brady
Syalleage
Rezner
The Times Correspondence on Kendall’s Spavin Cure
The Times letters recount a long believing reader praising Kendall’s Spavin Cure after years of trial with proprietary medicines. The correspondent notes prior prejudice but concedes the remedy’s reported success and urges readers to consider it for persistent ailments.
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the Times
Entoy
Kendall's Spavin Cure Praised by Dr J R Porter
Dr J R Porter of Scranton Pa reports relief from years of hip pain after using Kendall's Spavin Cure. He says the remedy penetrates deeply, removes old ailments, and causes little skin irritation, expressing utmost confidence in its claims. This testimonial is dated September 24, 1881.
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Kendall
J. R. Porter
M.D
Scranton
L.T. Foter
L. T. Foster
Youngstown
Ohio
B. J
Chicago Express
Rochester
Ind
B. J. Kendall & Co
T. Dawson & Son
Wilton, Minn
B.J. Kendall & Co
Gents
Matl
Preston & Ludduth
Waseca
Geo
Mathews Kendall
Patten’s Mills
Washington Do
N. Y
B. J. Kendall
Beast
B.J. Kendall
What They Eat in Africa and a Louisiana Hunting Tale
An African correspondent discusses hunter foods such as elephant feet and rock rabbit while noting natives rely on corn milk and pumpkins. The piece shifts to a Louisiana anecdote where Jim Youngs shoots a hog bear cubs and a large buck in one hunt, a dramatic account from the Shreveport Ti mes.
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Africa
Louisiana
Jim Youngs
Alant
Soda Lake
Jim
Shreveport Tiines
Instructing Females How to Put on Trousers
The Elmira Free Press editor humorously critiques female trousers with advice on the practical difficulties of wearing silk brocaded trousers. He notes that trousers cannot be drawn over the head or from the waist while sitting, and warns of balance and vacuum-floor risks, plus proper waist extension and suspender placement.
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Elmira Free Press
Evening party reveals a blind suitor
A tall Poe-faced youth at a bay-window ponders a line of poetry while a coquette studies her reflection. A hostess mentions Mr. Sowerby, a very interesting looking young man who is blind, provoking curiosity and sympathy among the guests.
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Mrs. Potts
Mr. Sowerby
Restoration order issued for Solomon's Temple ruins
The Temple of Solomon in Jerusalem will be restored by special imperial command. Long neglected and buried under debris, directions given by Abdul Aziz were once followed but abandoned. The renewal follows the recent visit of the Austrian Crown Prince.
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Solomon's Temple
Solomon
Jerusalem
Abdul Aziz
Austria
Sharp Practice in a Hungarian Theatre Ring Heist
An account contrasts Yasikees sharpness with crafty thieves in a Hungarian Countess tale. A Countess lends a duplicate ring during a theatre entr acte to a pretended envoy. a flunkey thief steals the ring and a police chase ensues ending with a twist over a second ring. The note claims the thief denies guilt while the Countess mistakes a letter for a message.
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Aresa
Robe de Chambre
Telegraph Tales Story Of Epileptic Operator Sealed By Dots
In Boston during the winter of 1870 71 an epileptic operator in a Western Union office could not move or speak but could feel touches. A fellow operator used his finger tips to send dots and dashes describing words and questions enabling doctors to apply remedies. The unique communication proved possible only through electric signaling.
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W. S. Johnson
Western Union
Boston
Earth Eating Tribes Near Orinoco Show Wild Dwellings
French naval surgeon M. Crevaux reports Guaraunos in the Orinoco delta sheltering in trees during floods. They build branch and clay dwellings, light fires on a small floor, and hang the dead in hammocks above. Some tribes practice geophagy, consuming iron oxide–rich clay as a scarce food source, with strong cravings in certain individuals.
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M. Crevaux
South America
Orinoco
Crevaux
Leave-Taking Etiquette and Graceful Departures
The passage advises departing promptly with grace and brevity. It critiques lingering goodbyes that prolong the visit and keep hosts standing, noting the nervy, tiresome effect of extended leave takings. It counsels final, polite exit without offensive abruptness.
Unquestionable Gratitude for Kidney Cure Letter
P. W. Suior reports relief from a severe kidney trouble after using H. H. Warner & Co. Safe Kidney and Liver Cure. He thanks the firm in a dated July 30 1881 communication to the company.
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Warren
H. H. Warner & Co
P. W. Surior
Safe Kidney and Liver Cure Endorsed by Couple
A Rochester based testimonial from July 14 1881 prints facsimile signatures praising H H Warner Co Safe Kidney and Liver Cure. The letter alleges long kidney and general liver relief after doctors failed, claiming it the best medicine they ever used.
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H.H. Warner & Co
Rochester
N. Y
Safe Kidney and Liver Cure Restores Moline Mayor’s Health
A letter from CHICAGO May 30 1881 praises H H Warner & Co Rochester NY for Safe Kidney and Liver Cure. The writer suffering for years says a physician blamed kidney disease, but after using the remedy is now well. The notice addresses Sirs as a customer testimonial.
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Chicago
H. H. Warner & Co
Rochester
Endorsements for Warner's Safe Kidney and Liver Cure
Thousands of strong endorsements, many from hopefuls, praise Warner's Safe Kidney and Liver Cure for kidney liver and urinary diseases. The ad warns readers about the danger of delay if they have any physical trouble.
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Warner
Too Good a Client to Lose in Courtroom Tale
A district court room tale recalls a brokered client named Jones who died and was praised for willingness to swear affidavits and lie deftly under oath. The narrator notes Jones could appear guileless while supplying facts to bolster his lawyer’s case, leaving fellow attorneys moved by the reminiscence.
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Old Jones
Not the Kind of Coal We Bareain For
A satirical note from Jonker Statesman complains about a coal wagon driver who weighs customers to force purchases. The piece defends rural patience with rising coal costs and poor fuel quality, ending with a moment of public irritation at the driver.
Dr William's Indian Ointment Piles Cure Claim
An advertisement claims Dr William's Indian Ointment cures chronic piles and related symptoms in a single box. It asserts immediate relief, denounces lotions and instruments, and cites Hon J M Coffinberry's endorsement. Sold by Henry & Co in Cleveland for $1.00, with mail order available.
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William
J. M. Coftinberry
Cleveland
Henry & Co., Proprietors
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