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Newspaper
Indiana Madison Courier
Location
Madison, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1900
Page
3
Talk of creating a firemen mutual benefit group in Madison grows among the four fire companies with about two hundred members. A light per member contribution could provide a fund for illness or death purposes. A committee from each company could study the proposal at the next meeting.
A description of a healthy lifestyle emphasizing good food sunshine and outdoor exercise. It notes that if cleansing is needed the subject uses Syrup of Figs, a gentle laxative remedy made by the California Fig Syrup Co.
Thursday arrivals at the Madison Hotel include D. O. Lott of Cambridge City E. A. Egiv of Cincinnati G H Penfield of Chicago William Lynch Thomas Dow of the city F L Jones of Indianapolis H F Cohn of Baltimore W W Schuler of Cincinnati J D Wilson of Indianapolis AR J Merrill of Carrollton W M Wenzel of North Vernon H J Tarr of Philadelphia A D Adcock of Carrollton and Harvey Hampton listed among guests.
Rev J C Garritt and wife formerly of Hanover are now in China as Presbyterian missionaries. Friends fear for their safety. Mr Benjamin Dessaver left for Cincinnati this morning. His family will stay a few days with Mr M Kronenberger. Mrs Caroline Rose, visiting Mr A G Turner, left for Clay City. Ing Hos Freak GL Joes, Superintendent Public igieres for ey returned Iadmaapotis th.
Madison honors twenty three graduates at the Opera House with an 8:15 p.m. program. The event featured brief essays by seniors including Emery Bowen on The Man with the Hood and Carrie Myrtle Courtney on Cloud Pictures, with music by Prof. Genter's orchestra and Rev. Fuller Swift's invocation.
The piece describes a school program with Lola Ryker's violin solo, Stella Wallace as accompanist, and Gertrude Sullivan presenting Mediaeval Splendors. Robert Swan spoke on The Power of Speech, Flora Snyder on Obscure Heroism, and Walter Wooden on Is Our Country Safe. Diplomas were awarded by State Supt. Frank L. Jones, with honors listed for Richard Johnson and Daisy Jamison.
The Methodist General Conference decreed that Methodists may not dance play cards or attend prize fights and races and still maintain church membership.
A boy questions his mother’s claim that she suffers more from flogging him than he does, confronting the credibility of her memory and the lesson of punishment within the family.
Mrs. Mary E. Tague of 705 Presbyterian Ave reports Doan's Kidney Pills strengthened her back eased bladder weakness and banished tiredness and backache. She cites improved sleep and energy after use and urges readers to remember the Doan's name and buy from Foster-Milburn Co. Buffalo NY.
Obituary note honoring James H. Denny born September 6, 1836 and died May 25, 1900. As charter member of Michigan Lodge 1.0 C F at Belleview Indiana he served the order and church community with zeal. The Hebrew Baptist Church mourns him and lodge members pledge to emulate his virtues.
The June St Nicholas frontispiece is The Little Unknown. The House Boat on the Sands, a Nantasket wreck from the November 26 27 1898 storm, is shown as a fitted up house. Also features A Camera in Mid Air by William A Eddy, Molly Pitcher ballad by Laura E Richards, and sections on South Africa fairy tales science and natural history in New York.
An advertisement warns that neglecting early kidney and bladder symptoms can lead to Bright's disease or diabetes. It touts Fotar's Kidney Cure as a remedy to restore kidney function and urges readers not to delay treatment. The closing signature appears as W. H. Roorss. juneld&wim.
An OCR fragment explains the Chinese secret society of Boxers called S Ho Tuon meaning righteousness peace and fist. It states Ho stands for peace and Tuon for fist, defining the group as maintaining righteous peace through force.
For two years Ira W. Kelley of Mansfield Pa endured poor health from kidney trouble. After consulting several doctors and spending much on medicines without relief, he tried Foury’s Kipnay Cargz and now offers his testimony to help others.
The Kansas City Star concludes Bryan loses Western votes despite East coast appeal. It notes farm prosperity in the West will push 1896 supporters to back McKinley in 1900, altering the electoral dynamic.
An advertisement warns about insuring against Brights disease with Fotgrs Kipney Cuns and urges avoiding other products. It notes a Kentucky Senate election certificate by a minority vote and hints Goebel law methods. It also discusses backache from kidney disorders and promotes Fourys Kipney Core for kidneys while observing juvenile speed growth claims.
Daniel L. Hei, an Ohio boy with the army, says the country has a beautiful climate similar to the United States with abundant game, especially deer. He notes soldiers are in good spirits and health but tired of bushwhacking and unable to engage rebels directly.
If troubled with rheumatism give Chamberisin’s Pain-Balm a trial. It will not cost you a cent if it does no good. One application relieves pain and it claims to cure sprains bruises in one third the time of other treatments. Also for burns frostbites quinsey and other swellings. Every bottle warranted. Price 25 and 50 cts. James Hargan, druggist. mar7dmonwedin&w4m
When Aguinaldo receives the November election returns he will change his opinion of his American correspondents.
Charlies H Marke serving as a nurse at Second Division Hospital Santiago de Cuba reports Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy quickly easing diarrhoea. Sold by James Har gap druggist with Wednesday Friday delivery.
A light hearted fragment shows a suitor ready to sacrifice much for the woman he loves except to return home early to shield her from a scolding. The reader is treated to a playful premise about duty and romance in a small town setting.
The author argues that the hardships of the Cuban postal service reveal that colonial civil service must reject favoritism nepotism and the spoils system despite the humiliation involved.
The ad promotes B. B. B. Botanic Blood Balm as a universal cure for blood poison, claiming it heals mouth patches, sore throat, eruptions, bone and skin issues, hair loss, and boils. A free trial bottle is offered by mail from Blood Balm Co., Atlanta, with large bottles priced at 1 and 5 dollars.
Architects argue room length and breadth should follow ratios like three to two or four to three to ensure the house is well cut up with doors and windows placed optimally.
Professor Houton notes in ten years of world travel he has met more users of Green's August Flower for dyspepsia liver and stomach derangements and constipation than any other remedy. Tourists and salesmen and office workers find it relieves headaches and indigestion with little risk to the system, samples of the remedy offered by J. E. UC F. Harper and sold by dealers worldwide.
Data sent to Congress by Secretary Gage shows oleomargarine is 32 percent lard with under 1 percent genuine butter. Despite this, 83 million pounds of the compound were sold last year.
An ad promotes Grain-O as a grain based drink replacing coffee for all ages. It claims rich mocha like color, easy on delicate stomachs, and lists prices of 15o and 25c per package with wide grocery availability.
The report notes that lyddite failed to deliver the expected “engine of destruction” in the South African conflict, underscoring its limited effectiveness and the mismatch between hype and battlefield results.
Allen's Foot-Ease powder claims to cure painful smarting swollen feet and corns and bunions. It promises instant sting relief, makes tight shoes feel easy, and offers a trial package free. Sold by general stores and by mail for 25 cents in stamps from Allen Olmsted Le Roy NY.
Report notes delegates arriving from Hawaii for the national conventions. It does not indicate whether they attend with pride or with alarm.
A restrained lyric fragment recalls two aged friends meeting on a graveyard road in sorrow. One bids farewell to the other, who answers with a timeless vow to meet again tomorrow.
A partisan column asserts Democrats would excuse Cuban frauds. Republicans arrested those implicated and promise to pursue others. The piece contrasts party responses and ends with an unrelated ad about Rocky Mountain Tea priced at 35 cents.
A Republican platform is described as universal to all states while a Democratic platform risks embarrassment if it crosses state lines. The remark frames party platforms as broadly applicable or regionally sensitive.
An old newspaper fragment markets Rocky Mountain Tea by the Madison Medicine Co with price 35c and druggist login. It also riffs on international politics with a poke at the Armenian indemnity and a satirical note about Bryan and cabinet prospects after a Kansas City convention.
An 1897 notice promotes Schinkle's Cure for Dyspepsia and Indigestion from Moundy Indiana and J K Harr juneld&wim in Lebanon Indiana. It touts relief for digestion problems and mentions a Jersey cattle club treasurer possibly losing sight after a hen pecked his eyes. A banner salve is advertised for cuts and bruises with W H Rogrs signing.
A detailed report by Tom Campbell on the uses of the corruption fund in Kentucky is described as a potential documentary. Campbell’s frequent moves from New York are noted as requiring a strong inducement for his talents, while Barnese Salve is praised as a universal healing remedy. A late point notes Bryan’s nomination delay by the Sioux Falls Populists and questions its political motive.
The ad touts Shinkle's Cure for dyspepsia claiming 748 bottles sold in Muncie Indiana last year and praise from users. It notes availability through J EK C F Hasper juneld&wim. A accompanying quip mocks women’s fashion and men’s restraint.
Miss Maude Dickens of Parsons Kansas suffered eight years with asthma and feared dying during attacks. After using Foey's Henry and Tak she reports immediate relief with each episode.
May 30 brought a Briton victory as the Prince of Wales won the Derby, while Lord Roberts rapped on the doors of Pretoria in a bold show of pressure.
A sparse wartime era remark warns neglect of back aches or kidney signs as fatal. The fragment mentions Foury s Kipnzy Curr and W H Rocxars with unclear roles, reflecting partial text from a medical or public health notice.
The writer notes that 1812 veterans died last summer after seventy five years since the war ended and suggests at the same rate a few Civil War survivors may still be living in 1940.
Ticket agents on the Pennsylvania Lines offer reduced fare tickets to Milwaukee for the General Federation of Woman's Clubs meeting. Tickets go on sale June 2, 3, and 4. apply via the nearest Pennsylvania Lines agent listed.
June 4 and 5 set for Democratic State Convention low rate non transferable excursion tickets to Indianapolis sold from Pennsylvania Lines Indiana stations. Valid return Friday June 8 inclusive. May 2 load monotone edited from telegraph copy.
June 12 and 13 excursion tickets from Indiana ticket stations to Bluffton for Meeting Sunday Schools Association of Indiana. Return trip valid Saturday June 16. Promotional notes include limited dates and return terms.
Tour details for the Annual Convention of the Music Teachers Association include a June 11 departure to Des Moines Iowa with a return by June 23. Tickets at reduced rates are available from Pennsylvania Lines ticket stations for the trip, with inclusive dates and weekend return option.
June 19 in Philadelphia will assemble delegates from all sections to nominate a President. Excursion tickets go on sale June 14 to 18 via Pennsylvania Lines to Philadelphia, valid for return Tuesday June 26.
A short observation notes that a youth can manage activities independently when parents supply the basic tools such as a canoe and paddle. The remark implies parental support can simplify early self reliance and practical self sufficiency.
The Seashore Mountain and Lake Resorts are promoted as top summer leisure grounds within easy reach via Pennsylvania Lines. Agents provide full information on rates train service and through car comforts and help arrange vacation dates free of charge. Contact the nearest Pennsylvania Lines Passenger and Ticket Agent for details. W. McLinphy, Ticket Agent, Madison.
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