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Newspaper
Humboldt County Republican
Location
Humboldt, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 11, 1902
Page
4
Community letters record visits and travels among Ottosen Humboldt and nearby towns including Tilvermore Jackson Gonety Corndahl and Des Moines. Many residents announce visits, illnesses, weddings, school events, and Fourth of July celebrations, with weather impacts on local ball games and a memorial service noted.
An early 20th century medical advertisement extols a blood purifier and tonic made from roots and herbs. It argues that good blood circulation prevents disease, aids digestion, strengthens nerves, and purifies the blood while building up the body. It cites testimonials from individuals in Urbana Ohio and Cape May New Jersey claiming cure or relief from skin conditions and cancer.
Morgantown Indiana resident R. Jaus reported severe backache and nocturnal urination but found cure after using Foley's Kidney Cure. Advert describes it as purifying blood, removing impurities, and revitalizing the system. Claims kidney and bladder ailments improved.
A July report notes wide crop variation from dry spells to heavy rainfall with floods along Cedar River. It highlights improved conditions overall, comments on corn and spring wheat, and urges attendance at the Iowa State Fair from August 29 to 30 to learn crop and livestock improvements.
Advertisements tout Foley's Kidney Cure and Foley's Honey and Tar for ailments like rheumatism bronchitis and consumption. Included are testimonials from J L Hopkins Polar Wis and Minerva Solth Dangilly praising relief and cures after years of illness. The notices urge avoiding substitutes and list sellers A E Ruse Brohohitie Tarenty Yoons Nes and others.
An old style ad touts Scott's Emulsion as a health patching aid claiming it strengthens weak lungs and restores vitality. It promises easy at home use with a playful plate image and encourages readers to request free samples and to consult their pharmacist.
In a Lansing Journal section a reader endorses Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhea Remedy as a timely aid for summer stomach issues in children. The note asserts it is kept at home for emergencies and discourages reliance on physicians, urging every family to have a bottle.
A local citizen from Landerson New Orleans relates a personal experience with dysentery and Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy. He reports quick relief when used as directed, noting it performed better than prior remedies. Sold by I H McNamara, druggist.
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