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Newspaper
Fremont Eagle
Location
Fremont, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 19, 1905
Page
5
A spoof of patent medicines promises quick relief from dyspepsia, constipation, headaches, and dizziness with Dr King’s New Life Pills and olive oil eye drops. Foley’s Honey and Tar is pitched with refunds if it fails to cure coughs or colds. Cresote toothache relief is warned against as destructive.
J H Simmons of Casey Indiana extols Dr King’s New Discovery for Consumption Coughs and Colds as a cure for a severe cough that disturbed his sleep. The ad claims instant throat and lung relief and mentions trial bottles and druggist Lee Caswell. Also promotes DeWitt’s Witch Hazel Salve for burns boils and skin diseases sold by W N McKee.
A curious home remedy is proposed to ease facial neuralgia by applying a mustard plaster to the elbow. The note emphasizes a simple, quick non prescription treatment idea circulated in public health discussions.
Duffield Virginia resident Jas Walters reports a lip cancer healed by Bucklen Amica Salve, claiming a complete cure. The ad promises guaranteed cures for cuts and burns and sells at 25 cents at L De Caswell’s drug store. A household tip suggests rinsing hot water between jugs to remove flat taste.
Advertisement touts Kennedy's Laxative Honey and Tar as a cough syrup with pine tar honey and other remedies plus laxative effects for rapid bowel evacuation. It features a red clover blossom and honey bee on every bottle and is sold by W. N. McKeehen. It also promotes Kodol Dyspepsia Cure with claims to digest any food, sold by W. N. McKeehen.
Foley & Co. Chicago promotes Foley’s Honey and Tar as the genuine cough remedy, warning that many counterfeit products mimic its name. The note urges customers to request the real product in the yellow package and refuses substitutes. It also asserts sleep as key to health and mood, linking rest to better well being.
Don’t brood over symptoms of dyspepsia biliousness Bright’s disease or internal disorders. Fly for relief to Electric Bitters at I De Caswell’s drug store. Price 50 cents guaranteed.
Advice emphasizes selecting a toothbrush with bristles of different lengths to reach small crevices and clean teeth effectively. It highlights the need for brushing to access hard to reach areas.
Peter Fry of Woodruff Pennsylvania recounts two years of treatment by top Waynesburg doctors who warned he would not survive. A friend recommended Foley's Kidney Cure. after three bottles his health improved rapidly and he fully recovered.
When hands are very dirty a simple remedy uses lard rubbed over the skin followed by soap and water. Doing this in cold weather reduces the likelihood of cracking or chapping.
The product is advertised as a safe laxative syrup that expels colds, relieves throat fever, draws out inflammation, and strengthens lung mucus membranes. It is promoted as a cure for colds croup and whooping cough and sold by W. N. McKeehen.
To make almond paste blanch and dry almonds then grind in a mortar until a paste forms. Add a few drops of rose water occasionally to prevent oiling and keep the mixture smooth as you work.
Advertisement extols Orino Laxative Fruit Syrup as improving digestion and clearing sallow blotched complexions by stimulating the liver and bowels. It claims the formula does not nauseate or gripe and urges readers to remember the name and refuse substitutes.
Daughter of Thomas and Mary Mc Minn born May 30 1844 in Otsego township Steuben County Indiana died Oct 13 1905 at home in Fremont Indiana aged 61 years 4 months 13 days Adopted after orphaning she later married William Hills in 1875 and lived on their York township farm then Fremont Funeral services were conducted at her Fremont home and at Angola with E C Klink officiating Interment at Circle Hill She leaves a husband a sister a half sister a brother and many relatives and friends noted for patience devotion and kindness
The guidance emphasizes shielding the eyes from dust and flying particles to prevent irritation or injury. It notes that proper eye protection is essential in environments with airborne contaminants and urges using appropriate safety equipment.
A testimonial from W. N. Mc Kevhen claims Kodol Dyspepsia Cure can restore stomach and digestive organ function, improve overall health, and support a clear head and strong body by curing indigestion and weak digestion.
An advertisement extols DeWitts Little Early Risers as mild, effective and pleasant. The copy claims the pills cleanse and suit children, delicate ladies and weak people while strong individuals deem them best liver pills, sold by W. N. McKeehen.
The old guidance prescribes dissolving a pea sized lump of borax in the mouth to treat sudden hoarseness. It reflects historical medical folklore rather than modern clinical practice.
A health note argues that small children should be allowed to drink ample water to help clear the system of effete matter and maintain a healthy stomach and bowels.
The Steuben County Fair showcased poultry with over 2000 entries and strong displays in fruits vegetables and baked goods. Visitors praised school projects and farm club work while noting racing was hampered by recent weather. locals report good attendance and that the fair will cover expenses. J C Bailey and wife left for Kalamazoo for winter. Miles Jones and wife visited their Angola area farm west of Fremont.
An advertisement touts the Cincinnati Enquirer as the first and safest investment for wealth seekers. It claims prosperity, high wages, and abundant work, urging readers to subscribe for yearly and weekly editions to gain profits from informed investments. Sample copies offered for ten cents.
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