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Newspaper
Lexington Gazette
Location
Lexington, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Mar 07, 1900
Page
4
A testimonial extols Dr Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery and Pleasant Pellets as a cure for indigestion and stomach disorders. The writer claims improved weight and energy after using ten bottles and several vials, praising the medicines for boosting digestion and blood flow.
James L. Shelton of Louisa brings a seven year old prodigy who can recite waves of world capitals and chapters of the Bible from memory. The boy also impressed bystanders with his knowledge of rivers and geography while Shelton boasts he can outmatch any peer. The item also notes a testimonial about Chamberlain's Pain Balm from A R De Fluent and a druggist, B H Gorrell.
Farm News and Views covers egg handling for hatching in cool storage, seed preservation and planting timing, lawn and grass seeding, efficient feeding with bran and bulky foods, calf growth economics, cow care and blanket use, snow drainage, onion set planting, maggot control, and a memorial note on Adjutant General Corbin.
Lawmakers in the capital express indignation over hotel rates in Kansas City. They report that single rooms with private baths are priced at 30 dollars per day, drawing scrutiny of lodging costs.
An old advertisement claims attractive appearance comes from health. says constipation or kidney trouble causes pimples and poor skin. Electric Bitters touted to regulate stomach liver and kidneys and purify blood, promising strong nerves bright eyes smooth skin and a rosy complexion at 50 cents from McCrum Drug Co.
Havana law officers have issued an indictment against customs officials charged with fraud. The filing accuses the officials of illicit financial activity and misappropriation within port operations. The case highlights government corruption probes and potential penalties.
J B Lilley of Hannibal Missouri recounts a near fatal typhoid fever that progressed to pneumonia and consumption before healing after using Kings New Discovery. He credits the remedy with rapid relief and full recovery. The medicine is advertised as a universal lung cure, with regular sizes priced 50 cents and 1.09, trial bottles free at Medium Drug Co.
A San Juan dispatch reports an American company operating in Puerto Rico has failed, with losses totaling 175000 dollars. The brief notes the business closure and financial setback without detailing causes.
Volcanic eruption dangers aside, Buckten's Arnica Salve claims to cure skin eruptions and a wide range of ailments including running and fever sores ulcers boils felons corns warts cuts bruises burs scalds chapped hands chilblains and piles. Sold by McCrum Drug Co with a 25 cent box price and cure guaranteed.
The Post Office Department plans to issue small 2-cent stamp books by May 1 for sale to postmasters and the public. Books come in runs of twelve, twenty four, and forty eight stamps with values 24, 48, and 96 cents, priced one cost higher to cover binding. The Tenth district Republicans hold a convention at Buchanan Botetourt County on April 34 to nominate a Congressional candidate.
A wealthy benefactor donated $10 000 to the Nicholson Institute in New York to provide free artificial ear drums for deaf people unable to pay. The address noted is No 1241 Fight Avenue, New York.
A Chicago Post remark recalls a man who drew a needle toward his arm while attempting to kiss a girl. The exchange includes a witty line about never learning to sew, reflecting local humor.
An old newspaper ad touts Dr King’s New Life Pills claiming they boost health and energy. It emphasizes that vitality comes from avoiding liver and kidney complaints and ties improved strength to the product. The pitch encourages purchase at McCorm Drug.
An advertiser touts Bosehes's German Syrup as a universal remedy for coughs and lung diseases. It claims to relieve inflammation reduce expectoration and aid rest, recommending trial and noting retail in Lexington through B. H. Gorrell's.
An advertisement notes that items are sent free and lists its address at 93 Nassau Street in New York as the contact point for German Kali Works.
An advertisement for Blood Balm O offers a botanic remedy for eczema pimples boils and skin eruptions. It claims to drain poisons from blood and system. The full treatment costs 1 per bottle or 5 for six bottles with a trial bottle free and prepaid by mail from Atlanta Ga.
Samuel B. Walker Jr a general insurance agent offers to give 10 percent of all premium collections on new business written in Lexington during February and March 1900. His books will be open for inspection by a fire department designated official.
Sunday routes listed with various times from Louisville to Cliftord and Lewi. Ticket agent S. C. Campbell provides rates and information. Jno D. Potts serves as Rost, Gen. Passenger Agent for Uiamond, Va.
The readable text lists a series of time stamps and codes such as 7505 m 888a m 1048 8 m 1255 p m 2193p m 240p m 423 p m 6100 m 648 pm 7238 m 1000p m 10400 m 4350 m 205 pa 7400 m 610pm 710p m 7408 m 80a m indicating a garbled schedule or log without clear events or context. No identifiable individuals or organizations are provided.
An advertisement extols Hheker Digestive Gordiss as a root-cure for stomach ailments with herbal ingredients. It claims strong, gentle effects and notes druggists sell it from 10 cents to 1.90 per bottle. A political note reports Puerto Rican bill passage by 172 to 161 with cross party opposition.
An old advertisement touts Pain-Killer Berry Davis with a price of 350 claiming fast relief for sprains rheumatism and sore muscles. It urges readers to keep it handy and avoid substitutes.
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