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Newspaper
Geneseo Republic
Location
Geneseo, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Feb 21, 1902
Page
10
An old advertisement touts Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as a sure preventive of pneumonia and a faster cure for colds and influenza. It claims thousands have used it with no pneumonia cases and extols the product as pleasant and safe. The piece also includes general musings on generous people and social bonds.
An old advertisement-like tale claims monkeys recovered from consumption after being fed Scott's Emulsion. It mentions Barnums circus and a spill near a monkey cage that supposedly inspired regular dosing. The piece touts the product and invites readers to request a free sample from Scott & Bowne.
A lengthy historical account outlines Farnhamburg and Rock Island as the 61st east bank settlement, noting Col Davenport built the first house in 1826 near Fort Armstrong landing and the county seat's move to Stephenson, then Rock Island. It also describes court life and a courtroom anecdote, including a controversial divorce case and the difficulty of obtaining justice and costs for poor petitioners.
A Burling ton Iowa locomotive fireman C W Belamy describes a severe attack on his engine and body. He credits Electric Hitters with restoring his strength and appetite after illness. Sold by Jeb Wright for 50 cents with satisfaction guaranteed.
The Lee County superintendent argues for higher country teacher salaries before raising qualifications. He notes rural schools struggle to attract graduates from state normal schools who prefer city positions. Proposals include consolidating to a central township high school and merging small districts to share costs, aiming to improve instruction while reducing the number of teachers needed.
An old advertisement touts Allen's Lung Balsam as relief for coughing and chest discomfort. It claims the product soothes mucus, reduces inflammation, and speeds recovery from respiratory distress.
A historic notice touts Lichty Celery Nerve Compound as a remedy to soothe nervousness and enrich the blood. Sold by J E Wright druggist with thousands of grateful testimonials cited.
Trowbridge, author of Neighbor Jackwood, recalls his forty year friendship with Walt Whitman in a lively Atlantic chapter. The piece adds to our understanding of the man and the writer and his method, noting Whitman as a great original force in American literature.
Headache arises from poor ventilation excess eating lack of exercise mental strain and excitement. Krause's Headache Capsules claim quick relief and a clear head. Prices and distributors noted. In court scenes Justine Hall questions defendant representation as Stephen A. Douglas and Robert E. Leo participate. Water intake emphasized for kidney health and waste removal. One eight tumbler daily urged for adults.
Sunday Bible class and a Friday farm visit headline a page of village news. Neighbors travel to Erie for milling, recover from illness, and attend WOC TWU meetings. A drugstore testimonial favors Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets with a refund promise if unsatisfied.
An old medicinal advertisement features a likeness of W B Caldwell MD on every bottle of Dr Caldwell’s Syrup Pepsin. It promotes the product as a remedy for constipation and a regulator of the stomach and bowels.
Will Grose, fifteen, told his mother a trio of masked men halted him near North Barr Street around 9:30 pm He handed over one cent and candy as they searched his pockets before fleeing through an alley The incident was reported by the Kewanee Star-Courier.
Advertises DeWitt's Little Early Risers as a safe speedy laxative that stimulates the liver and relieves constipation. Claims they do not gripe and are a favorite pill sold by J. E. Wright.
An old ad promises immunity from smallpox after vaccination. It also claims Dr Caldwall's Syrup Pepsin brings immunity to constipation, biliousness, dyspepsia, and stomach and bowel troubles. Bottles priced 50 cents and one dollar.
Judge Post of Galesburg, ill with smallpox at home, was previously vaccinated but the virus did not take. He assumed immunity yet contracted the disease. Physicians are asked to weigh how many failed vaccinations yield real immunity, noting most failures do not guarantee safety.
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