Grillywinds Warns of Weak Lungs and Pierce’s Cure
An advertisement extols Dr. Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery as a remedy for weak lungs and chronic coughs. It features a testimonial from I. Staples of Barclay Kansas, praising improved health after using the treatment and citing a cold-air climate trial. It also promotes The People’s Common Sense Medical Adviser offered by mail.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Staples, Esq
Barclay, Osage Co
Kans
Pierce
R. V. Pierce
Buffalo
N.Y
Dr Miles Free Treatment Claim for Heart Nerve Ailments
A distorted ad touts Dr Miles New Special Treatment for heart nerve and dropsy diseases. It promises free $2.50 worth of treatment and cites testimonials from bishops bankers and others, adding offices open to visitors and urging readers to mention this paper.
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Franklin Miles
Wis
Miles
Eich Chee
Ho Cee
Col
N.G. Parker
Southwaru
8. Jowell
Journal of
Chicago
Ttrank—Smith
Bratantreet
United States Grammar Debate Catches Headlines In Illinois
In a column from the Geneseo News and Chicago Tribune, readers see debate over taxation and residency, including critics of a proposed personal tax in Washington and arguments about U.S. unity. The piece notes appointments by Guy Tanner, Guy Yates, and Cullom allies, and contrasts pedantic grammar with national sovereignty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Ilinois State Journal
Guy Tanner
Guy Yates
Uris Bereer
Friends of Cullom
Roosevelt on government fair play in combining forces
President Roosevelt urged fair enforcement of laws and equal justice in his Charleston Exposition remarks. He warned that trusts and unions must operate under wise laws and government supervision to protect the general welfare while preserving individual initiative.
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Roosevelt
Charleston
D. C
American Boy publication for boys and families
The April issue highlights American Boy as a leading publication for boys offering educational, entertaining and uplifting content. A department titled With the Boys shares boys names, addresses, and occupations gleaned from letters. Subscription is $1 per year, published by Sprague Publishing Co. Detroit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
America
Sprague Publishing Co
Detroit
Mich
Coughs and Colds in Children Endorsed by Colombo Watchmaker
Chan M Cramer Esq, a Colombo watch maker, highly endorses Chamberlain's Cough Remedy for children and adults. He notes rapid relief from coughs and colds, with often one bottle sufficing, and credits City Dispensary for bringing attention to the medicine. Sold at Dr Powell's.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr Pow Ell
Flow to Overcome Habit Prize Essay At English School
An English schoolmaster offered a rizé to a nine year old who wrote a five minute essay on Flow to Overcome Habit. The winner quips that removing letters leaves a bit and finally the whole word habit remains, illustrating the paradox. The Henry Republican asks contributors to write legibly to avoid misread names and misplaced items.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jetter
No Incorporation Record Found in Chenoa
Citizens discover no legal record of Chenoa's incorporation as aldermen seek to issue bonds. The county seat and Springfield hold no entry, risking citizens not voting to incorporate. A special election and new officers may be required to legalize the matter.
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United States
United States of America
London
England
the Great
Republic
House of Representatives -At
Chenoa
Exista
Springfield
Fowler
Methodist Episcopal Church
New York
Kingdom of Heaven
Liberal club offer for farmers promotion
An advertisement urges farmers to subscribe to four papers The Henry Republican Iowa Homestead Farmers Institute Editions and The Poultry Farmer at 2.00 for a year. It claims superior reading matter and offers samples at the office. The text notes the Bookie house is progressing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Farmer
Henry Republican
Iowa Homestead
Farmers’ Institute
Poultry Farmer
Riea
armera’_ Institute
Petit Jurors Named for May Term in Marshall County
A long list of Marshall County citizens is drawn for petit jury duty at the May term. Names include James Campion Saratoga Thos Williams Richland Wm Corbin John Haus sho John F McIntee John Baker John Craig Whitefield John Hayline George Vail Horace Lutes Peter Jatoba Holly Cornell John Aitchison and others from Belle Plain Evans and more.
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Petit
Marshall County
Saratoga
James Campion
Steuben
Thos Willams
Richland
Wm Corbin
John Haussho
Lacon
John F. McIntee
John Baker
John Craig
Whitefield
John Hayline
George Vail
Horace Lutes
la Prairie
Peter Jatoba
Holly Cornell
John Aitchison
John Aitchison.’ —Belle Plain
Emer Shanklin
M_—DMalone
Walter Pride
Henry—Walter Harrison
Geo A. Burt
Paddy—McManus
Albert Quinn
Roberts
A. A. Lenz
John Murphy
Alf Johnson
Sherman Traver
Jay Hickman
Evans
Chas Hoge
M. V. Wilson
Fred Whiting
James Parrett
Harry Winter
Gene Ingram
John Blattery
E. L. Fetter
J. M. Breen
F.sennington
Mystic Cure for Rheumatism Offers Quick Relief
An advertisement promotes a “Mystic Cure” for rheumatism and neuralgia claiming rapid system-wide action. It promises immediate benefits after the first dose with a 75 day and $1.00 price. Sold by Powell and company in The Republican.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ito Ays
FTA
Powell
Pala Emulsion Touted After Twenty Five Years Promotion
After twenty five years a local advertisement touts Pala Emulsion as a remedy for consumptives and throat issues. It claims to strengthen flesh and serve as a tonic for weakness.
Late Spelling Verse From Despairing Writer
A county superintendent reports a fragmented verse about spelling and a hinted threat of self harm. The crude lines mention letters forming the words suited to a grim act, suggesting despair and a call to action.
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Tme
Allen Foot-East powder and Austin's Quick lunch Taploct ad
An advertisement mixed with brief notes promotes Allen Foot-East powder for foot relief and Austin's Quick lunch Taploct as a dessert ready in two minutes. The text also references municipal ownership of railways and mayoral stance pending legislative action.
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Austin
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