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Newspaper
Fremont Democrat
Location
Hamburg, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 27, 1900
Page
2
A peace treaty between the government and revolutionaries was signed after the bloodiest combat of the revolt. Over 500 killed or wounded as insurgents in Panama surrender. British Leander ambulance corps aids wounded, with hospitals crowded and evacuations to Colon.
Consul General Gadgler in Panama reports an unexpected end to the revolutionary movement there. Liberals surrendered, quiet now prevails in Panama.
London July 27 reports say French and Hutton attacked the Boers near Balmoral on July 24 forcing a retreat after a turning movement on the Boers left. Casualties numbered about 50 with British and allied forces pursuing toward Naanpoort crossing Oliphant's river. General Hunter’s command engaged July 24 25 in the hills south of Bethlehem.
In Oroquieta Mindanao a Fortieth Infantry detachment killed 89 natives, 80 in one house, after two soldiers were ambushed. The Callao shelled the town, burning warehouses. one crew member died. An estimated 560 insurgents under Alvarez trouble the region. A marine at Isabella de Tsassin was mortally wounded.
Madison community updates report candidates for township offices, weather and travel woes, and local incidents. Nick Cowles plans fall work in Cowles. his Oklahoma trip noted. Hog cholera cited as county issue. thefts of meat and canned fruit noted. Reverend McCammon to preach at McKis sick’s Grove. road appropriation questioned. One Minute Cough Cure praised as effective.
Mrs. May Penn Bentley of Sidney Iowa died in Santa Barbara California after illness. Telegrams announced her declining condition then death Wednesday morning. She was born September 6 1875 in Sidney and grew up there as organist for local schools and churches. Remains to be sent east via Omaha with funeral plans pending.
Advertisement bundle offers Week's Break-Up-A-Celd tablets with a money back promise if ineffective. Cures listed include colds and graces with cost shown as 25 cents. Also promoting Raven Blood Purifier for animals and a “dollar box” no cure no pay offer. Posts job ad for wood choppers by W. T. Davis in Hamburg Iowa.
An antique advertisement claims DeWitt’s Hazel Salve as the original remedy for burns injuries piles and skin diseases with counterfeits warned against. The copy asserts immediate results and cautions consumers to use only DeWitt’s.
A Bartlett and Doyle advertisement touts Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepain as a remedy to appetite loss and stomach discomfort enabling people to eat anything. The claim emphasizes quick relief and improved appetite through a simple remedy.
The community mourns Goldie Fugitt age 12 with a large funeral at the M Church and Zion cemetery. Local visits and lectures cited include Dr Boglish and Mrs Chandler with various residents traveling to Shenandoah Madison Sidney and Odebolt for family and social duties.
Prof McMullen who has led Farragut Schools for two years resigned to the Board after a correspondence dispute. He is replaced as principal starting the fall term the first Monday in September. Beale, formerly a four year principal here, is recalled signaling satisfaction with his work.
Frank Willian reports visiting friends in Watson while Hoppe calls on Wells friends. W. L. Zook is slowly improving after illness. Mrs B Slack arrives from St Louis to stay with W H Beach. Miss Eda Eaton of Lincoln Neb visits cousin Miss Nellie Bronson. Miss Abbie Wentworth of Smith Center Kans visits Ruth Fleisher. Local business advertises buggy painting and paints. Church programs feature the Gospel of the Kingdom and Yellow Terror China study. A court case against Elliott is postponed. A youth party tours Mr Hern’s nearby estate and praises the meal. Mrs Scott Wright sings at M E service. Early dawn brings the death of Kittie Dean aged about 23. funeral at Washington and F streets, burial at High Creek cemetery. family receives community condolences.
An Indiana widow reports long illness and weakness cured by Pursin Syrup Co medicine. She writes that after trying many remedies neuralgia and stomach trouble improved after one year of use and she can work again. She recommends Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin and thanks Dr Caldwell and his wine dealer. Bartlett & Doyle sold the remedy.
An advertisement notes a gentleman cured of dyspepsia praising Kodol Dyspepsia Cure for digestion relief. It claims the preparation digests what you eat and instantly relieves and cures indigestion and stomach disorders.
Adelia Blunk is notified that by August 23 1900 she must answer a divorce petition filed in Fremont County Iowa alleging cruel and inhuman treatment. If she fails to appear by the Sept 4 1900 Sidney term the court will enter default and issue a judgment and decree. Hammond Stevens attorneys for the plaintiff.
An old advertisement offers Kynnett's Diarrhea Moore a remedy for all forms of diarrhea dysentery flux and stomach ailments. It claims relief within hours and sells from an office in Auburn or Fairfield Iowa at 50 cents per bottle.
An old regional ad promotes Kynett’s Liver Pills claiming relief for liver and kidney complaints including indigestion constipation and chronic fatigue. The copy emphasizes quick improvement within days and labels the product genuine at 25 cents per box under a customer testimony style.
Diphtheria is described as a dread disease with rapid spread and a warning that early treatment yields high cure rates. The note claims no serum is ever needed and cites office hours from 10 to 17 daily for further guidance.
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