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Newspaper
Geneseo Republic
Location
Geneseo, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Oct 24, 1902
Page
2
Fragmentary OCR notes mention storm damage and street debris in Geneseo near Farmers Faltnes Book. The readable text includes a torn reference to street obstructions and a possible date or code for a local event.
A fragmented page lists daily express routes between El Paso and Kansas City with times and stops, plus a dense slate of local public offices and candidates including Albert J Hopkins, Fred A Busse, and Alfred Bayliss, among others. The mix suggests a transportation timetable overlayed with an electoral notice.
A vintage ad promotes a free book about Nebraska farming prospects for renters and struggling owners. It touts Nebraska as a top agricultural state and mentions half-price land value, with upcoming staff rate round trips on October 7 and 21 plus $200 credit. Contacts include B&Q Reagent and EUSTIS.
Mothers fear winter as coughs spread among children and croup can prove deadly. One Minute Cough Cure supposedly liquifies mucus and soothes inflammation, claimed to act immediately and safely to cure coughs colds grip bronchitis and related lung troubles. Reported anecdote from F S McMahon and E Wright cites restored voice before an oratorical contest.
Travel diary recounts Oct 1902 trip by Geo A Breen from Genoeso to Boston via Chicago, Cleveland, and Portsmouth. Observes Garfield Memorial crypt in Lake View Cemetery, grape harvesting in Massachusetts, and Vanderbilt estate in Rhode Island. Notes pleasant Nickel Plate service, quaint New England towns, family reunion at Portsmouth, and mild winter plans.
A medicinal claim touts Kodo the new discovery for indigestion and dyspepsia. Mrs Cranfill of Troy Illinois reports lasting relief after four bottles, praising Kodol to all sufferers and advising a post meal dose for digestion. J E Wright endorses its digestive benefits.
An elderly letter from a traveler describes Vicksburg battlefields the national cemetery and Confederate sites. He recalls Grant and the siege of Vicksburg, relics from forts, hunting on Yazoo river and getting lost in swamps with a local guide. He also mentions an accompanying patent medicine ad for Botanic Blood Balm.
The Boston Traveler outlines the anthracite strike data asserting 147 500 miners seek higher wages. It notes pre strike work 10 hours daily 200 days yearly earning 284 per year per miner, and that miners earned about 60 cents per ton mined averaging 2 3 tons daily. It argues coal trust retains lion’s share of profits with a $4.33 gap between production cost and consumer price.
A rail owner plagued by neuralgia endures torment and seeks relief. The tale notes Perry Davis Pain Killer as a longtime remedy, claiming it has helped thousands over sixty years, asserting there is but one Painkiller.
The piece notes concerns about waste law and wealth with a quip on fowls fit for eating versus plumage for hats. It cites “Bertie, the Lamb” and describes young men in Atchison lingering on street corners at night, feeling wicked.
Washington officials claim western Washington beaches allow prolific flowering bulb growth such as crocus hyacinth narcissus tulip and jonquil. Elmer Johnston notes that bulbs imported from Europe flood the market while local Puget Sound climate rivals Holland for bulb culture as millions leave the country yearly for imports. Bulbs from Whatcom are set to be shown at the exposition two years hence.
When the chimney is choked with soot the fire goes out. Allen's Lung Balsam loosens phlegm reduces inflammation stops cough and chest pain and fights colds that may lead to consumption. This tonic claims to clear the lungs and restore health quickly.
Directors of the association dispute rumors of financial collapse and vow to keep the fair, noting a larger entry and higher premiums despite weather and criticism. They report a balanced budget, plowing ahead with plans to relocate or continue yearly at Josh fair sites. A drug advert accompanies the item, touting Nerva Compound as a blood purifier.
A Rock River farmer proposes a new law exempting threshing outfits from taxation if they use steam rollers with their machines. The device has proven effective in leveling roads and could reduce bridge stress and accidents during threshing season. Molive Dispatch
The Woodhull waterworks project nears finish as the tower receives finishing work and is ready for water. A Gould deep pump contract was let on Saturday with a $725 price, and the pipeline crew is placing underground mains and remaining hydrants. The system is expected to be completed soon.
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