Dr Pierce cures female woes with new proofs and offers
The advertisement cites Ella Wheeler Wilcox on marital strain and claims Dr Pierce’s Favorite Prescription cures for female weakness, prolapsed uterus, and related ailments with a $500 guarantee. It promotes The Common Sense Medical Adviser, and Dr Pierce’s Pleasant Pellets as safe laxatives, selling with stamps for mailing costs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ella Wheeler Wilcox
Pierce
United States
Common Sense Medical Adviser
World's Dispensary Medical Association
Bain Street
Buffalo
Republican Office Phones and Subscription Rates Listed
The Republican newspaper page from February 11, 1904 lists office and editors residence phone numbers 9 and 78, with subscription rates showing yearly and quarterly in advance. The details include pricing for weeks and months as part of the masthead.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Republican Office
Editors
Hundred Million Germs on Dollar Bills and County Taxes
A fragment notes concerns about germs on currency, Bureau county taxes totaling $541,742,764 for the year, and a comparison of world naval strength. It also mentions Senator Deitrich seeking vindication, U S spirits production rising to 141 million gallons, and a 1904 campaign year with looming purchases and conflicts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bureau County
Japan Ban on American Canned Meats Amid Tension
An unclear report states Japan will not buy American canned meats if conflict with Asia escalates. It claims the army will subsist on rice and dried fish, prompting broad American appeals to stop the war in the name of progress and humanity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Japan
All America
Progress
Humanity
Roller Renominated by Acclamation at Ottawa Convention
Congressman Charles E. Roller of Belvidere was renominated for Congress by acclamation at the 12th district convention held in Ottawa on February 4. The gathering endorsed Roosevelt for president, W. H. Stead of Ottawa for attorney general, and Edward Marsh of Winnebago for the board of equalization.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles E. Roller
Belvidere
Congress
Ottawa
Roosevelt
W. H. Stead
Edward Marsh
Winnebago
Board of Equalization
Homer Barney Named Master In Chancery For Henry County
Homer Barney of Lacon has been appointed Master In Chancery by the Henry Republican party to succeed Thomas F. Clover. Bar nye will perform duties with fees totaling about $1000 per year and no salary. The post is highly desirable among lawyers and Barney’s appointment is seen as an insider pick.
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Henry Republican
Homer Barney
Lacon
Thomas F. Clover
Barney
Homer
John J. Lane
Chicago Inter- Ocean
Springfield
Lane
Warner
Vespasian Warner
Frank O. Lowden
Yates
H.J. Hamlin
Cook
James A. Rose
Jante
Richard le Gal- Nenne
Celeste 8
Griswold
Ethel Watta Mumford
Shark
God
C. E. Emerson, Jr
Lionel
Mapleson
Melba
Thames
Lillie Hamilton French
Murray
M. Wilma Soullivan
Pacific Coast
Pacific Packing ‘and Navigation Company
Famouus Salmot Trust
Salmon Trust
Porto Rico Admitted to Voice in House Proceedings
Porto Rico delegates were placed on the same footing as territorial delegates in the House last week, granting them a voice in debates. The vote reflected broad support and signaled waning appetite for colonial governance in Washington.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Porto Rico
Washington
Purchista Farm Expansion Acquires 720 Acres
J. W. Hodge bought from Chas Burgess Sr the Work 80 acres last Tuesday for cash. The tract increases Hodge's holdings to 720 acres, one of the largest individual farms in La Salle or Barstinti counties. Farm lands are selling from 125 to 146 per acre, and Hodge believes the top price is not reached.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Purchista
J. W.H. Hodge
Chas, Burgess, Sr
Mr Hodge
la Salle
Barstinti
Hodge
Cancer Remedy Claim From 1901 Adverts
W W Prickett of NL recalls suffering years from a facial cancer. After applying Ballard’s Nocent, the cancer shed and the face healed without scars. He endorses the product and notes prices 50 cents and one dollar. Sold at Dr Powell’s City drug-store.
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W. W
Prickett
SmithGeld
Bept
Ballard
Dr Powell
O1ty
Amusements and Religion in 19th Century Debate
The piece argues against banning amusements like drama and dance as inherently evil. It cites biblical figures and Jesus to defend dancing as legitimate social enjoyment, while noting art can be moral or harmful depending on execution. It also references political coverage of Springfield party dynamics and gubernatorial contenders.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George F. Seymour
Springfield
Miriam
David
Solomon
Lord
wOas
Jesus Christ
Dancing Not Inherently Evil Says Religious Authority
The article argues dancing is not intrinsically sinful and cautions against condemning it harshly. It critiques the view that amusement is inherently evil, noting music and movement can be noble offerings to God. It urges discernment based on whether one can invoke God's blessing on the act.
Probate Court Proceedings and Real Estate Transfers Summary
Probate court records show multiple estates including Catherine Morris and James Bugsell with claims allowed and inventories filed. Bequests include 1000 to Catherine Rowan and 25 to priests. several withdrawals and bond issues processed. Real estate transfers list FisHer to Hatton Insect, Lane to Potter, Potter to Potter, and several lot transfers in Wenona and Henry. marriage licenses issued Chauncy Peters and Balle Ravem.
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Catherine Morris
A. V. Wsterdahl
Fyfe
James Bugsell
Lacon Democrat
Lacon Journal
John F. Howard
Richard Meéllon
Everett
Moses Parsons
Thomas J. White
Horace
Compton
Frank P. Russell
Catherine Rowan
David Holmes
Susan Johnson
Thomas Duke
John Mallman
Jacob Kissel
O. H. Fiedler
Henry Yeager
Btary
Henry
Campreve Cathbolic
Johns. Thompson
Micnle Kemp
J. H. Kemp
Ruth Ball
Wm. J. Ball
Caroline Watt
Convrad F
Sanford
Joseph E. F. Fisher
Wm F. Hatton
Insect
Richland
Ida P. Lane
Fred W. Potter
Peter How
Wenona
Barney Yeager
Frank Garlin
Sherman's Fe feast Ends Support Nominates Too Difficult
The passage notes dissension around L. Y. Sherman in southern Illinois influencing political backing. It mentions Sherman's forefeast sneesh alienating friends among his strongest supporters and making his nomination appear impossible to many admirers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cates
Illinois
Yates
Lowden
L. Y. Sherman
Sneesh
Dewitt's Little Early Risers Promote Liver Health
An early riser pill endorses liver cleansing and tissue support for a strong constitution. The Little Early Risers are easy to take, non griping, and reputed to yield satisfactory results, available from all druggists.
A Strange Substance Radium’s Lethal Power Exposed
A prominent expert warns radium is supremely harmful beyond other substances. He notes its potential to drive madness, destroy brain function, and cause ulcers that spread rapidly. Descriptions cover its theoretical energy effects, delayed injuries, and dangers of incidental exposure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hammer
Washington Dispatch
Bucklen’s Arnica Salve Heals Longstanding Leg Ulcer
J. B. Orner of Franklin Grove Illinois faced a four year leg ulcer nearly ending his life. Bucklen’s Arnica Salve cured the sore after doctors and remedies failed. The product also treats burns bruises skin eruptions and piles. 25 cents at Dr Powell’s drug store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. B. Orner
Franklin Grove
Bucklen
Coupon Offer Halves Price on Dr Powell Medicine
To boost Henry Republic’s circulation, an agreement with Dr F A Powell offers his best selling medicine at half price to anyone who cuts out the coupon and presents it at his store. The deal highlights advertising value and retailer collaboration.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Republican
F. A. Powell
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