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Newspaper
Jeffersonville Star
Location
Jeffersonville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1915
Page
4
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a postmaster reference to kidney pills claiming cures for kidney ailments and swelling. The casual text hints at a promotional remedy marketed to sufferers with various abdominal and back symptoms.
Travel by trolley service lists one way travel options between Scottsburg Columbus Greenwood and Jeffersonville with departures at 4 47 a m and 11 32 p m and intermediate stops. Express and passenger cars operate with details in the folded timetable.
An OCR fragment combines religious language about the Kingdom of God with medical ads for croup remedies. It mentions Foley’s products and personal testimonials, plus references to Bible Students and the Tract Society.
An advertisement claims cheaper gasoline via Gas-o-Tonic by White Manufacturing Company. It promises carbon reduction and hourly profits with a stated sales guarantee, though details are unclear from the fragment.
An advertisement offering opportunities for engineers and purchasing agents to work with prominent producers. Contact Mr SMS in Evans Ohio box 190 station O for details on the splendid chance and open roles with major producers.
Advertisement notes salesmen to cover large territory with a vast proposition. Mentions good references and a contact in Anderson Indiana for O Emanuel and associates.
Harry S. New declares his candidacy for the Republican nomination for United States senator in Indiana. He urges party support at the March 7 primary, citing his 25 years in party service and the need for a Republican Congress and tariff policy after World War I.
A woman in Pennsylvania stole jewelry from George Dalix a New York resident after arriving in America seeking release for her husband from a British detention camp. Police recovered the items and noted she hoped to gain release for her husband. the case involves wartime confusion and a California home connection.
The piece describes charity newsies in Columbus selling editions on Christmas Eve to raise funds for the needy. Proceeds include cash totals around $4,797 and various items such as cloth and provisions donated or sold at high prices. Newspaper vendors and local organizers like Ben H. Harron are noted among those supporting the drive.
Dorothy Kelley of Indianapolis married vaudeville actor Deeagr Gardner in Freysville at Yooselock Tuesday. The bride, daughter of Mrs Agnes Kelley, knew the groom about 72 hours before the ceremony. Mrs Kelley flew to Evansville but arrived four hours late, and the couple had already wed.
Kelley recounts trying to persuade her daughter to return from the Indians polis with her and says her son in law hypnotized the girl. Mrs. Gardner, 18, admits seeking an introduction when she first saw her future husband on stage.
In Indiana at a resort in the business district Ralph Ayres shot his wife Agnes Ayres three times then killed himself with a bullet to the head. Agnes was rushed to the hospital where doctors fought to save her life. Officials vowed to crack down on disorder and vice in the city.
For rent six room cottage at 1128 Spring Street with water gas and electric lights included. Rent reasonable. Apply by phone 1090 Y. Adv. Salesman selling Grocery and Meat trade to sell oysters on side line. Hustlers make 50 to 75 dollars monthly. State territory covered. J. S. Barnes & Co Baltimore Md. Adv.
Oak dining table and six chairs offered for sale in good condition. Priced to sell. Adv.
Industrial Mfg Co offers state or county distributors for invisible self starter Ford cars. Sales include a large commission and protected territory. Guaranteed satisfaction. Located at 540 Jackson Blvd Chicago. Advertisement.
Classified ad items include a converted Ford delivery car for sale with contact J M McKnight at Car Works and hours after 5. Offers of free lamp and kerosene lamp ads claim one cent six hours and 100 percent profit. Also stock opportunities in Oklahoma oil with 5 percent shares and values advertised by Amalgamated Oil Co at Colcord Bridge Oklahoma.
Thomas F. O Niel has moved his livery barn to 124 East Market Street. All orders will be promptly filed. Phone 99.
Announcement urges quick sale of GASO TONIC at 3 cents a gallon in Cincinnati Ohio. Claims unit eliminates carbon and promises hourly profit.
Employment notice offers $20 to $35 per month extra for employed individuals. No selling, no canvassing, no investment. Unemployed need not apply. Mail to The Silver Mirror Co. Inc. 123 W. Madison St. Chicago, II.
Advertisement from Solvine Company Cincinnati Ohio offering Solvine Baths for rheumatism. Claims relief and invites readers to send 28 cents for samples. Poster requests solicitations from agents. Station D Cincinnati.
The ad urges avoiding indigestion and constipation after holidays and recommends Foley Cathartic Tablets for relief. It claims no griping or unpleasant after effects and promotes the product as a stomach and bowel soother suitable for home use. Published in Cincinnati on 11-19-15.
Advertisers praise Dean's Regulars as easy to operate with no griping and no after effects. Price listed as 25 cents at all drug stores.
Two cottages available for rent opposite the Reformatory. One has five rooms the other seven. Apply to Frank Woerner or call telephone 908.
Investment notice promises sixty million dollar buy in Amalgamated Oil Co. shares with 100 percent dividends and 30 wells, urging rapid remittance. Limited shares at 3 cents each, $1 par value stock, $10 buys $333 par value stock. Oklahoma City address included.
An old advertising slip asks readers to mail a 5 cent coupon to Foley & Co in Chicago for a trial package. The package includes Foley's Honey and Tar Syrup, Foley Kidney Pills, and Faley Cathartic Tablets for coughs pains and digestive issues. The notice is signed by Ben Doolittle.
An advertisement endorses Burdock Blood Bitters as purifying blood and clearing skin. It claims improved digestion and a rosy complexion, noting availability from all druggists for $1.00.
Obscure classified style ad touts a $1,000 death accident policy with weekly premiums and annual registration. Mentions the registry department at 40 Clinton St Newark New Jersey and a $250,000 insured amount with insurance department fine details.
Advertisement for a life and accident policy scheme offers $1 annual registration and $5 weekly payments with a $1,000 death benefit and a $250,000 insurance deposit. Claims experience unnecessary and money-making opportunity promoted by Registry Dept at 40 Clinton St Newark N J.
A Doherty's Drug Store advertisement highlights an array of attractive designs and fashionable items, inviting customers to explore the shop's latest offerings.
POSITION WANTED As Cook house girl or nurse White lady Reference if desired Address 727 Fulton street. LOST Pair of Glasses in Case From Chestnut and Meigs to Interurban Station Rewards returned to 610 E Chestnut or phone 341. going up Sell GASO TONIC Equals gasoline at 3c a gallon Dollar an hour profit Sales guaranteed White Mfg Co Dept 10 Cincinnati O Adv 19-16-15.
The regular annual meeting of the Citizens Trust Company of Jeffersonville Indiana will be held at the company office on Tuesday January 11 1916 from 10 AM to 12 PM for electing directors for the ensuing year and handling other business John D Driscoll Secretary December 10 1915 Adv 12 10 31.
Advertisement notes forming a 1916 Christmas Savings Club at Citizens Trust Company inviting readers to join and secure funds for holiday purchases.
E J Reefer of Reefer Building Kansas City Missouri mails a scientific poultry book explaining how to force hens to lay many winter eggs. Free copy advertised with offer dated December 4 1915.
An old classified ad from Elmira New York promotes agents to sell new fibre brooms. It claims every woman will buy and offers 30 cents sample by parcel post with potential daily earnings listed at five to seven dollars.
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