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Newspaper
Fremont Eagle
Location
Fremont, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 11, 1912
Page
6
Fremont residents report quick relief from stomach gas and constipation using a simple mixture made from sokihorn bark glycerine and Adler-i-ka as a digestive remedy. The remedy is claimed to instantly soothe the stomach and cleanse the digestive organs, with a single dose suggested.
In a domestic tale a woman recounts a failed garden project inspired by Flossie. She bought bulbs, glass bowls, and pebbles, paying more than planned, and faced mishaps from spilled bulbs to ruined tuxedo fabric. Her husband Harry grumbles over misplacing items and the whole venture ends as a cautious life lesson in decorative bulb investment.
A compact local history recounts Fremont’s growth from 1838 to 1880s, detailing early structures, notable residents, and key institutions. It notes Tillotson’s five story frame house, the Sierer property, first physician use of folk remedies, a tragic 1840 suicide, the first church frame raised 1844, schoolhouse moves, post office change from Brockville to Fremont, and the town’s naming after John C. Fremont.
The record describes Fremont's development from the 1850s onward mentioning the Evangelical Association formed in 1856, the Congregational Church organized in 1874 and used as a school, and the M E Church remodeling in 1872. Hitton House built by E. S. Hitton and early bank moves by Geo. Jul, including the first bank in 1844 and later 1910 relocation. The Eagle began in 1802 under Warren D D. Welly, with Fremont noted for floods avoided, its status as the county's largest village in northern Indiana, and a boom of 19 new residences in one year and four new business blocks in 1908.
A reflections on talent versus training noting that innate gifts compensate for lack of cultivation, yet no degree of mental education can replace natural abilities. The statement emphasizes the primacy of inherent talent over learned discipline in achieving proficiency.
The ad claims danger from grip lies in weakness nerves and liver and kidney disorder. It touts Electric Bitters as a tonic blood purifier and regulator that strengthens nerves builds up the system and restores health after an attack. Sold for 50 cents with satisfaction guaranteed by L De Caswell's.
Sunday activities listed include Sunday School at 9:00, preaching at 10:30, class meeting at 11:45, Epworth League at 6:30, preaching again at 7:30, and a Thursday prayer meeting at 7:30 with a cordial invitation to all.
Advertises Dr King’s New Life Pills as a cure for blues and sluggish liver. Claims to purify digestive organs and restore happiness. Mentions price of 25 cents at De Cusweill’s and implies universal benefit for stomach, liver, and kidneys.
All persons knowing themselves in debted to Fremont Lumber and Coal Company are requested to call and settle at an early date. M A Jones, Manager.
A vintage advertisement touts Buck Ten’s Arnica Salve as quick relief for pimples boils scratches sprains burns and scalds. It promises to heal everything bewable and claims unequaled for piles with a price of 25 cents at L. De Cuawell’s store.
Misa Florence Harding visited Coldwater to stay with grandparents for a few days. Fred Kellog and family are moving into J. J. Berry's store building nearby. George Johnson was in town Friday and Saturday. J J Berry and Nettie Straw visited Pleasant Lake and returned Monday. Ralph Sprague missed several days of school due to illness. Miss Bertha Coppis spent Sunday with grandparents at Nevada. Mrs. Dick Yasker has contracted German measles in the past week. Mrs T O Worthington suffered a stroke of paralysis Monday.
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