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Newspaper
Geneseo Republic
Location
Geneseo, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Nov 25, 1898
Page
6
The ad touts SCOTT'S Emulsion as the superior tonic for thin children, claiming it brings growth, strength, plumpness, and comfort. It promotes hypophosphites of lime and soda as a complement to food and urges readers to choose Scott's Emulsion from New York sources.
A garbled war era letter from a serviceman in New York and the Atlantic theater recounts a violent storm, evacuation drills, and orders. He mentions Maria Seresa Hobson and the crew awaiting transport as ships were redirected. The text notes abandonment concerns and the strain of wartime movement.
A narrative recounts distressed soldiers and civilian physicians advising treatment for nerve exhaustion and weakened vigor. Dr Greene offers a free consultation by letter explaining symptoms and remedies, while reports from telegraph and Oregon letters reference war-related care and investigations. The piece notes soldiers leaving homes for hardship, with discussions of volunteer treatment and wartime strain.
Hoarseness in a child signals approaching croup and early use of Chamberlains Cough Remedy may prevent the attack. Mothers with croupy children keep it at hand for ready relief. it is safe, pleasant, and dependable. Sold by J E Wright Merwin & Peterson.
The Chicago Chronicle quotes General Wheeler proposing sending 200 to 300 Cuban youths yearly to American colleges to foster stable government back home. Critics warn education cannot alter racial traits, citing Carlisle Indians as example, and urge educating Cuban girls instead.
Burt Billings buys a lot north of Elmer Wilson. Janitor R. M. Wilbur serves at the Baptist Church. W. K. Cox visits Chicago on business. Leota Wilson starts a school near Nekoma. George Bolton returns to Valparaiso duties. Mrs. A. H. McCurdy and Mrs. Farrar are poorly. Mrs. John Peterson visits from New Windsor. Margaret Kennedy visits her Baylis Dr. son Aleck. Nathan Linn visits Grandma Lion. Forey Wilson reports flourishing Alpha House. Ida Stoneberg visits Colona Geneseo and Moline. Athlete club enjoys a new punching bag. High school plans an upcoming mock trial Friday. Miss Mary Sexton hosts a taffy pull Friday. DeWitts Witch Hazel Salve advertised. Piles cure claims noted. Ladies Aid Society MEF Church meets. Stoke Chamberlain drives horses for Watson to Chicago. MBE Church board to let parsonage contract. Wayne Farrar returns from Cadwell. Jim Tracey of Hingo visits Champlain. Torse Sears from Cadwell visits. Robert or Wallard mentioned. Barber Dave Keley called to Borrington. Local events and travel notes abound. Galva Standard obituary note: father of the writer from New Windsor died of heart trouble.
An advertisement touts Electric Bitters as a cure for systemic illness with liver and stomach focus and a money back guarantee. It lists J F Wrights drug store as seller and mentions other local notes about canal work, indemnity payments, and imminent condemnation actions affecting landowners as March 1 approaches.
A village notice advertises a new drink grain based coffee substitute. It claims to be stomach friendly and compares its color to Mocha and Java while noting it costs less than coffee. Sold by all grocers in Geneseo area. Electric lighting talks resurface as residents and Geneseo parties await village decisions on street and private plants.
Agent John T Taylor of this city has resumed his work as messenger on the CB and Y fast mail. He left yesterday to begin his run this morning after a stay in Kewanee since June. He won warm friends for the company through courteous service and accommodating conduct.
Thirty five years ago Brant's Balsam was a pioneer remedy that displaced old family recipes. It proved merit by taking the place of time honored remedies and remains trusted today without a rival. Large bottles guaranteed 25 cents. J E Wright.
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