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Newspaper
Lehi Banner
Location
Lehi, Utah, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1898
Page
2
Fragmented recital traces Cuban conflicts from 1492 discovery to 1898 intervention, listing explorers, filibuster expeditions, and key dates. Mentions Lopez expeditions, ten years war, insurrection leadership, and U S actions amid Spanish rule with scattered dates and names.
The aged Declaration of Independence is rarely shown to the public as its ink fades from exposure. The Ladies Home Journal received permission to photograph the document, producing a clear image for a July issue. Hancock’s signature remains bold while others fade.
A Ju piter Fla dispatch reports Lieut A R Davis of the battleship Oregon landing ashore with the crew eager for action as fleets chase Spaniards. Captain Clark kept the squadron ready and the voyage from San Francisco ends with hope of joining the chase. The Marietta and Buffalo accompany Oregon.
An advertisement extols Ayer's Hair Vigor as best for hair under all circumstances. It claims growth is possible only if roots exist and promotes scalp cleansing and dandruff removal to nourish hair roots and restore color.
A periodical column blends quack remedy lore with wartime and local notices. It warns of a dubious mixture for “scandal” symptoms while recounting remarks on war reporting confusion and local figures like fruit grower N. C. Christenson and engineer John Merrill. It promotes Hood’s Sarsaparilla and capsules as remedies and lists accessible local sales outlets.
Promotion of Saratoga Springs mineral water as a cure and tonic. Claims include improved circulation, germ elimination, strengthened nerves, and overall health with a 40 cent bottle sold in Lehi by Peoples Co and H B Merrihew, prepared by Prof. A Siebert near Saratoga Springs.
The Denver and Rio Grande Railroad in partnership with the Rio Grande Western operates a Tourist or Family Sleeping Car to Denver with lower berths for 2.60 each. Weekly and midweek services run to Omaha Kansas City Chicago Boston and New York with reduced berth rates. Cars are run by the Pullman Company and offer standard conveniences. For details contact BR G W Ticket Agents or agents Neying Cush ing at No 68 Weeldad South St Lake City.
The Home announces continued excellent stories and high standard fashion and fancy work. Kate Sanborn will keep her OM-stand Talks and all departments will be increased and brightened. Readers may choose among three months for county 15 cents, including Braeme’s Lord Lisle’s Daughter, crocheting and knitting book, or a stamping chart with 60 patterns, free canvassing, from The Home Pun Co Boston Massachusetts.
H B Merrihew, a local druggist, touts DeWitt’s Witch Hazel Salve as a remedy for piles. The ad links early rising and health with relief from discomfort, mentioning The Cuban question as insignificant to sufferers seeking relief.
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