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Newspaper
Indiana Madison Courier
Location
Madison, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1900
Page
2
Under Mr. W. F. Welch management the Central Hotel is enlarged and modernized. Mechanics add twenty seven new rooms by adjoining structures while updating windows doors and interiors. James C. Clarke handles painting Wolf Bros does carpentry Hoffman & Quinn plumb the project.
The passage extols a healthy lifestyle with ample outdoor exercise. It notes gentle Syrup of Figs as a preferred laxative remedy from the California Fig Syrup Co. It also records social notes: Mrs. Bert Temple and son travel to Knightstown with Miss Mollie Gibbs, a Pittsburgh glass makers tour considers Indiana, Miss Marie Rogers hosts a house party including Miss Anna Louise Beck Drusilla Cravens and Mr. Howard Graham, and Indianapolis barbers move to allow Sunday shaving until noon led by James Hreasing.
A Courier report marks Captain O P Lee of Lebannon home and Co E Forty-fifth Infantry as the author of a striking Philippines letter. The missive, published the day a telegram announced his accidental drowning, reads as if addressed to the public, offering vivid soldierly insights and experiences from war and peace with native peoples and insurgents.
Little Helen Sulzer hosted a seventh birthday party for her friends at the Sulzer home guided by her teacher Miss Luke Dietz. Guests from Louisville Martinsville and surrounding areas enjoyed a 6 to 9 PM event with a candy souvenir and vine decorated scenes.
A surprise party was given for Miss Emma Jones of Indianapolis at the home of her brother in law Henry Schad on South East street last night. Attendees include numerous named guests and friends from the local community.
Patrons filled The Grand last night for a program praised as the finest Madison has seen. The main reel is a Corbett-Jeffries fight reenactment with other features like Astronomer's Dream and a high comedy sequence drawing loud laughter. Tonight two new series debut west of the Alleghenies, promising an enjoyable evening.
Mr. C M Murphy builds a stage in Beech Grove Park and hires a theatre troupe for a six weeks engagement. The Madison community backs the project and will support it all summer as park evenings offer cool respite after hot days. Opening date and bill to be announced later.
River conditions report river levels at multiple cities including Purspona Cincinnati Frankfort Wheeling Louisville with gauges and remarks on rising or falling water. Shipping notes list steamer departures Hattie Brown Bonanza Buckeye State Louisville Kanawha Eva Alma and a misprinted time note for Pittsburg whistle.
Members of joint committees from several companies convened at No 2 hall to plan a firemen mutual relief association. Groups One to Four reported on steps, with a follow up meeting planned after committee reports. Officers elected include President Charles R Johnson Sr Vice President Nicholas Roeder Jr Treasurer John A Zuck and Secretary Ed J Trigg.
FAI circuit lists towns Osgood North Vernon Madison Franklin Shelbyville Columbus and State Fair. Events run July 31 to Sept 22 with secretaries C W Gray H Naver C R Johnson W S Young C E Amsden Ed Hedman and Charles Downing coordinating in multiple cities.
In a playful exchange Mildred wishes to be 20 and tall as her aunt. The aunt suggests they could be twins so each would share the same age, sparking a lighthearted moment illustrated by the New York World text.
A collection of quips from classic papers contrasts retail schemes with mirrors in shop windows and a boy digging bait. It includes wry lines on wealth earned from selling empty bottles and reflections on a checkered career, all in period newspaper style.
A collage of humorous one liners from Chicago Tribune and Yonkers Statesman style pages. Topics range from microbes on grass to x ray specialists marrying patients and wedding planning wit. Light irony and domestic quips appear with brief newsy tone.
The Chicago Record quotes an exchange about moving to housekeeping and handling a breakup, with a buyer noting how he advertises his stock, sets prices, and sells during dull times to attract keen bargain seekers. John Wanamaker comments on advertising and stock.
The Indiana Supreme Court reversed a Shelby Circuit Court decision in Shelbyville v. State. It held the Shelby County School Board failed to provide a full list of aided children as required by law before funds for books and clothing could be supplied, delegating initial duties to school and township trustees.
The article argues life expectancy rose from under sixty in the fifteenth century to present health gains. It credits Hostetter's Stomach Bitters as a prime agent in longevity, claiming it cures dyspepsia indigestion and constipation and has done so for fifty years.
An old advertisement touts Dean's Ointment for instant relief and permanent cure available at drug stores for 50 cents. It also promotes Burdock Blood Bitters as a bowel and stomach tonic to maintain vigor and overall health. The Bible quote and archaic spelling reflect period advertising copy.
An advertisement touts Dr. Thomas Eclectric Oil as a miraculous remedy that supposedly relieves diphtheria in twenty minutes. It asserts universal Christian guidance and features a generic drugstore claim without verifiable evidence.
Adults with cold related throat lung or bronchial troubles who visit J E C F Harper's receive a free sample bottle of Beeche's German Syrup. One bottle per person and none to children without parental order. Promoted as a widely endorsed remedy with a history of success and wide dealer availability.
A romance set in the Jamestown settlement follows a gentile adventurer who marries a disguised English court lady aboard ship, provoking the King’s enmity and a string of adventures with pirates and Indians. Characters include Lord Carnal and Master Pory. the scene centers on British colonization and early American liberty. Published by Houghton Mifflin & Co., Cambridge.
Charles L. Wilson, secretary to Governor Mount, telegrammed Adjutant General Corbin in Washington requesting facts on Capt. Orlson P. Lee's drowning in the Philippines. Wilson notes Lee urged by the Governor for his strong Indiana Regiment record and spoke of his concern for his wife and children if he took the commission. Lee was a model soldier and respected officer.
Wednesday arrivals at the Madison Hotel include J. H. Christie of Canaan Indiana James L. Connell of Cincinnati A. W. Brown J. J. Bamberger C. M. Aiken A Kabimano I doe Bernard Harry M. Levy H Vogel Samuel V. Goble George C. Lewis Edward Aoruff J.S. Hussey Mrs. Langstaff Samuel E. Brown 3 W LeValley Chicago W H Pearl Alex Bollinger Louisville J T Brooks C A Lott New York Copeland North Madison Lucile Dixon Olin Bundy J P Kean St. Louis among others.
A fragment from Crawford Pairbanke predicts Indiana Gold Democrats will vote as in 1896 if Bryan is named. The remark notes little can stop his nomination except a miracle.
The text advertises Shinkle’s Cure for dyspepsia claiming strong satisfaction and 748 bottles sold in Muncie Indiana last year. It also notes political headquarters in Chicago with Representative Babcock in charge and promotes various remedies including Rocky Mountain Tea and Hanner Salve with generic moral sayings interspersed.
An old advertisement touts Rocky Mountain Tea as a solitary remedy with a warming effect on the heart, claiming it stands alone above rivals. The copy contrasts truth and deception, ending with a price note of 35 cents and a prompt to ask a druggist.
Miss Maude Dickens of Parsons Kansas reports eight years of severe asthma with near fatal attacks. She credits Faery's Henry and Taz for immediate relief. A Mansfield Pennsylvania man Ira W Kelley attributes kidney trouble relief to Forzy's Kipway Cars. The text also contains a jumble of quotes and sermon hints about pride and backache.
Advertisements tout Fotty's Kinney Curt as a cheap fifty cent cure for Bright's disease and diabetes. Claimed to restore kidney health and warn against delaying treatment, with marketing by W. H. Boorgs and other names.
Excursion tickets to Kansas City for the National Democratic Convention will be sold July 1 and 2 via Pennsylvania Lines. Tickets are valid for return from Kansas City no later than July 3. For rates times and comforts contact the nearest Pennsylvania Lines ticket agent.
Excursion tickets at reduced rates for Fourth of July travel are sold through Pennsylvania Lines. Tickets available west of Pittsburg to any station on those lines within 300 miles. Return coupon valid until July 5. For rates and train times contact Pennsylvania Lines Passenger and Ticket Agents.
The annual low rate seashore excursion via Pennsylvania Lines departs Madison Indiana on Thursday August 9. Reduced fare round trip to ten Atlantic coast resorts ranges from $15 to $15 for destinations including Atlantic City Cape May Anglesea Avalon Ocean City Sea Isle Wildwood and Rehoboth Beach. Contact W M Linney Madison Indiana for arrangements.
A fragment notes that Jobn avoided complete darkness by continually gazing upward. It hints at light, search, or hope guiding him through a dim environment. The sentence emphasizes observation and persistence as the reason he did not fall fully into darkness.
The Seashore Mountain and Lake Resorts offer ideal summer leisure within easy reach via Pennsylvania Lines. Agents will provide full information on rates trains through cars and services to any resort. They assist in planning vacation trips and offer information free of charge. Apply to the nearest Pennsylvania Lines Passenger and Ticket Agent. W. N. Lindley, Ticket Agent Madison?
A historical ad page from Muncie Indiana recounts testimonials for Shinkles Cure for Dyspepsia and other remedies including Ferry’s Kroner Cure and Banogel Salve. It also warns of kidney disease signs and promotes Dr. Fowler’s Extract of Wild Strawberry as a household safeguard. The piece closes with a biblically toned statement about creation.
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