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Newspaper
Greensburg Standard
Location
Greensburg, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 05, 1902
Page
7
An old newspaper ad claims kidney and bladder issues affect both genders and reduce vitality and cheer. It touts Swamp Root from Dr. Kilmer & Co as a remedy, available in fifty cent and one dollar sizes, with a free sample and pamphlet upon request.
In regular session on Monday December 1 the Commissioners Court kept the posts and chain hitch rack and approved a one year liquor license for John Slifer of St Paul. Dr J H Alexander was reappointed Secretary of the County Board of Health and Dr D W Weaver was employed as physician at the county institutions jail forty dollars Orphans home forty dollars and poor farm thirty five dollars. Bids for county stationery were to be advertised. The County Board of Charities Correction submitted its quarterly visits report to county institutions and supplies for the Orphans Home were awarded to Henry Link Wright Sehall Zoller & Minear J M Woodfill's Sons Chas H Johnston Prine & Meek and others with various sums listed. COUNTY ASYLUM payments to RT Wright Zoller & Minear Clemons & Son and others are noted.
The Elks hold their annual public memorial at the Presbyterian church next Sunday at 2 30 p m with a program including organ voluntary opening exercises invocation a address a eulogy several solos duets and a benediction by Rev James B Lathrop (readers invited).
The Standard provides a four map wall atlas 21x28 inches and ready to use. It includes Flags of all nations a reference map of Indiana a reference map of the Western Hemisphere and a reference map of the Eastern region. Atlas sold for 24 cents with a one year subscription. mail delivery not available. Call the office to secure.
The Exchange Bakery announces round the clock oyster service in any quantity and style. Customers are urged to order pies and cakes for Thanksgiving as the bakery adds a practical baker and emphasizes quality. New phone 48.
Local notes report visitors and residents calling on friends such as Mrs Emmett Braden of Clifty and Watson Bostic of Clay township. J M Towler hosts his Kentucky brother J B Towler while others visit Indianapolis and Bloomington acquaintances. A parishioner recovers from a light stroke at age 87. Foley remedies advertised.
Local retailer announces a stock reducing sale with plans to dispose of entire stock by December 10. Bargains include incentives on sheecs felts and rob bers as offered by R Y T Wright.
Robert Pinkerton recalls his father the founder of the detective agency cautioning in Chicago. A noted criminal, detained in the office, sniffed snuff from Pinkerton’s desk, trying to blind him. The elder ornerly asked about the nose and the crook admitted the nose wins.
In rural north Scotland a droll Saddler Lime type is described by the Dundee Journal. A neighbor visits his shop and hears a joke about a wife flying to heaven with wings. The man answers he did not pull her back but shouted Shoe to save her chance of getting near again.
An old advertisement argues consumption is a human weed that thrives in weak lungs. It urges early treatment with Scott's Emulsion, fresh air, rest, and ample food, claiming the remedy and a free sample offer. It notes to look for the characteristic label on every bottle and lists Scott & Bowne as chemists in New York.
The article surveys J Austen Chamberlain's rise under his father Joseph Chamberlain, noting the first ever simultaneous father son cabinet presence in English history. It highlights his background, renomination, and the praise from Gladstone, while noting criticisms of relying on his surname.
Clarksburg residents report kin and friend visits across Greensburg Rushville and Lincoln Nebraska. News notes include Mrs. Alex Walker in Brookville, Lillian Russell returning from Nebraska, and the Chamberlains at Birmingham with orchids in public sight. Church groups plan missions and a Decatur county institute with Gen. Kerrick speaking.
In a brief dialogue, Clarence and Uncle Henry discuss wishes and money. Clarence notes people wish for what they lack while Uncle Henry imagines wishing for common sense rather than wealth.
A fragmentary dialogue recalls past romance as one character asks another for a loan or payment. The exchange hints at nostalgic affection and lingering personal history, set in a conversational, intimate tone.
An old Montevideo Independent cartoon-like remark argues licensing all fools could raise revenue. It suggests government could drop other taxes while keeping a surplus if every fool required a license under a single tax concept.
Chas Repiogle of Atwater Ohio reports severe kidney pain but after trying Foley's Kidney Care he recovered within four days and is now back at work. Confidence in the product is reflected in his statement. Local man attributes swift relief to treatment.
Kirby presents five specialty acts in a rock themed program. The set showcases a mix of guitar riffs and vocal tunes designed for a broad audience.
J W Brynn of Lowder Illinois reports his young son suffered pneumonia with a severe cough. After giving Foley's Honey and Tar without doctor knowledge, the child stopped coughing, and recovered quickly, leaving the physician puzzled.
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