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Newspaper
Fremont Eagle
Location
Fremont, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 20, 1896
Page
7
Testimony from women praising Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound and Sanative Wash as a cure for uterine and reproductive issues. A Mrs. Annnetta BicanereR of Bellaire Michigan shares relief after three bottles and wash treatments, claiming renewed health and strength.
The woodcock season opens across most states as eager sportsmen seek this wary migratory game bird. They inhabit brushy thickets near wet ground and alder brush, feeding mainly at night on earthworms, with eight birds a fair day's limit for skilled hunters.
The woodcock is found four hours scattered from Maine to Mexico across the Eastern Southern Northern and Western States with no single locality claiming ownership. Good shooting occurs in Canada and Louisiana holds favored grounds for the bird.
A report notes a remarkable two legged colt owned by Mr. George Ward of Mount Vernon. The animal reared on its hind legs to propel itself in short jumps and could not sustain the motion for long, yet seemed to gain strength to move along.
The animal thrived with nourishment and seemed likely to live long with aid, but Mr. Ward, wary of burden and uninterested in curiosities, killed it. A farmer east of town has its hide and plans to mount it, deeming it the kindest outcome.
Grant's Tomb nears completion as the dome receives its final cap. The structure stands 165 feet tall with the top piece now in place, marking a major milestone in the project.
Sir Robert Low recounts field telegraph troubles in the Chitral campaign. Native chiefs distrusted the wire at first, fearing it would parcel out territory among soldiers, but agreed to guard it after learning it sent messages to India. After days of watching, they cut two miles of wire and hid it to monitor messages, until engineers returned.
The excerpt notes Labor Day became a District of Columbia holiday during the Fifty third Congresss second session. It states Washingtons birthday Decoration Day and the Fourth of July lack federal recognition, while states commonly recognize these holidays locally.
A famous club woman ordered a dress from her maker and asked if it would be worn at meetings and for speeches. The dressmaker affirmed. The woman insisted the gown be trimmed accordingly to endure close scrutiny by observers and stay perfect under prolonged wear.
The ad promotes Hostetter's Stomach Bitters as a remedy for nervousness and dyspepsia related discomfort. It claims the bitters invigorate the nervous system, aid digestion, and ease epigastric and reflex symptoms, while also curing malaria biliousness rheumatism and kidney trouble.
In a dreamy moment he kisses her hair and dreams of a future with castles in the air. She responds with blunt honesty, Reginald, I shan’t live above the second story under any circumstances, ending with a firm assertion.
Allen's Foot-Ease powder cures painful swollen feet and relieves corns bunions and sweating. It makes tight shoes feel easy and is marketed as the greatest comfort discovery of the age. Sold by all druggists and shoe stores for 25 cents, with mail order and a free trial package offered.
A brief dialect exchange depicts Harvey Handout planning naps in a strawberry patch while Den Dil searches for a comfortable sleep. The scene hints at a playful rural setting with two characters discussing rest during berry season.
Rail promotional notices list half rates to Omaha via the Northwestern Line with dates August 15 to 17 and a special round trip fare. Also offered are excursion tickets Omaha to Denver and Slot Springs in South Dakota. Include St Paul trip on Nickel Plate Road with G A K encampment dates August 3 and September 1. Paragraphs mix travel ads, fish catch estimates, and unrelated quotes.
Personal notice invites any beneficiary of Dr Williams Pink Pills to write for valuable information to Pink Pills P O Box 1592 Philadelphia. The item also mentions Lord Byron’s favorite dog Boatswain buried in the Newstead Abbey garden as a noted historical aside.
An 1860s style notice promotes Mall's Catarrh Cure at 75 cents. A proverb warns against lack of initiative and a travel deal offers low rate Nickel Plate Road tickets to Toronto from August 81 to September 8 for the International Fair. A historical note recalls the Derby run in a snowstorm in 1867.
The North-Western Lins offers round trip excursion tickets from Chicago to St Paul at 8.00 dollars for travel to and return. Valid from August 1 to September 15 with possible extension to September 30 1898. Tickets available via connecting lines or Nickel Plate Read.
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