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Newspaper
Lexington Intelligencer
Location
Lexington, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1909
Page
3
An advertisement praises Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription as a safe non alcoholic remedy for women's weaknesses and pregnancy related ailments. It claims not a patent medicine, lists its ingredients, offers a free booklet of endorsements, and notes other products like Electric Bitters for skin and health, urging readers to request information.
Local notes list residents in Kansas City and Wellington visits and short trips. Advertisements promote DeWitt’s Little Liver Pills, Plneules kidney remedy, Bees Laxative Cough Syrup, Dr Shoop’s Pink Pain Tablets, and Dr Shoop Health Coffee with details on sellers and benefits.
Three attractive women with admired face, form, and temper are envied. The text warns that a weak, unhealthy woman will be nervous and irritable, and links constipation to these traits.
Warren Sherman returned Saturday evening from a short stay in Higgingville. John Dreyer and Jodie Jones left Monday morning for a trip to Great Bend, Kansas.
An ad promotes Ballards's Herbine as a remedy for headaches caused by liver trouble. It promises absolute relief and urges purchase from Crenebaw & Young.
Dr. T Ryland participates in a Medical association meeting in Higginsville today. Mike Boyle departed Monday evening for an extended visit with relatives in Des Moines Iowa.
A boastful ad claims Buckbee’s Arnica Salve cures cuts corns burns bruises sores to scalds boils ulcers eczema salt rheum sore eyes cold sores and chapped hands. Sold for 25 cents at Crenshaw and Young.
Miss Fannie Sawyer visited relatives in Independence on Sunday evening. Misses Rachel Andreen and Dora Peacock traveled to Higginsville on Monday morning for a brief visit.
Cure claims allege Zemo external liquid stops itching instantly and permanently cures eczema and all itching skin or scalp diseases. Druggist Mr. Loomla touts Zemo as the most successful remedy he has sold for prompt relief and cure. Sample requests encouraged with photo display of cures. Also notes Mrs Wm Graham and daughter return from Kansas City trip and three girls depart for Warrensburg.
Hlow Bert R Lean of Cheny Washington recounts a deadly lung trouble that resisted a local doctor and a Spokane specialist before using Dr Kings New Discovery. The remedy cured his bronchial and chest ailments and he praises its power for croup whooping cough asthma and other lung issues. A trial bottle is offered at the Crenshaw Young store with a 1.09 price and guaranteed satisfaction.
Local social notes record Miss Katharine Geyer returning Friday from a visit with relatives in town. Mr and Mrs E W Flournoy and daughter Karleen spent Friday in Sedalia. The item mentions Dr Shoops Restorative and a sales note, plus several Kansas City arrivals and a residence sale in College Place.
The Old Men's Club of Lafayette County met last Saturday at Mayview for a semi annual gathering in the Christian church. Forty one members answered roll call. Five new members were welcomed with biographies. A memorial program honored deceased members and a dinner recess preceded the afternoon session. Odessa requested the September meeting be held there and was approved. The club conveyed thanks to Mayview citizens for their generosity.
Mrs Frank Stewart and her daughter Miss Mayme were in a buggy when a frightened horse turned, toppled the rig on a bank, and threw them to the ground in front of Leonard Owen’s residence. Mrs Stewart sustained serious head injuries but was not dangerously hurt. Mayme was uninjured.
Lexington public schools opened the summer playgrounds in Taubman’s pasture for the second annual term Monday evening. A large number of pupils attended and enjoyed themselves. The same equipment will be used with possible additions. Management plans many new features for the coming term to be announced later.
A Lexington committee appointed to study the electric ring proposition met in the courthouse Monday evening. E M Taubman was elected permanent chairman and EB Hopkins was chosen secretary. After informal discussion, the meeting adjourned subject to the chairman's call.
Edward Collins Kerdolff, brother of W. F. Kerdolff of this city, died in New York City where he had lived for many years. The funeral was held from his late residence at 439 Manhattan Ave on Wednesday June 2.
Mrs. Alice Pitewerald and Miss Susie Alford were elected by the Concordia School Board Saturday to teach at the Concordia grammar school next term. The term runs nine months and the salary is six dollars.
The Essex A C traveled to Marshall on Sunday and lost 7 to 4. Zeysing and Terhune pitched for the Essex A C, with Shinn catching.
A Buffalo firm promotes a pneumatic clothes washer that claims to cut wash time in half and ease effort. Users place clothes in a tub, pump action operates automatically, and the company offers a $3.00 device for $1.00 with a money back guarantee and optional express shipping. Descriptive pamphlet available.
An advertisement touts Kodol as a natural digestive aid that starts digestion in the stomach, strengthens function, and helps with dyspepsia and indigestion. It claims Kodol works like a strong stomach, is harmless, and can be taken as needed, with production in Chicago by E. O. DeWitt & Co.
A reader letter touts Doan's Kidney Pills solving long standing kidney and bladder troubles. The writer recalls backache headaches and fatigue, noting relief after using the product and claiming a permanent cure after years of recurring symptoms.
Rev. G. Meyer departed Monday to Warrenton Missouri to attend the closing exercises of the German Orphan's home. Chamberlain's Perfect Quick feed praised for young chicks. Mrs. Fletcher refused to her Sedana home after visiting daughter Mrs. Adame. Mrs. Fletcher will celebrate her 50th marriage anniversary soon. she was married in Lexington. Maiden name Mine Mary Whittlesey.
Summer school of typewriting shorthand and penmanship will commence the first Monday in June with a three month term, five days a week. Those wishing to enroll should notify Milas Susie Aford or call 111 tf.
A fragment notes sale items labeled cherries and a June date with Jas Aull and Phode 128. The garbled entry hints a local market listing or catalog note from early June.
We build concrete walls foundations and footings with quality work. We offer reliable service and treat customers with care. Call We Love Work at 32 for Joux Lashurst Contractor details.
Take notice that trespass is forbidden on Tabo Creek premises at Kensler farm. All trespassers will be prosecuted to the full extent of the law, signed Henry Hoehn.
Local real estate broker notes several Lafayette county farms for sale at reasonable prices. Also offers city residences and vacant lots. Interested buyers can contact Grats Bros at 221 EB Vaughn for home line 72 or W. V. Corn for further assistance.
Mrs. Haekker and her daughter Miss Duke came back Monday evening from a trip to St. Joseph. James Hare Sr. went home to Independence Tuesday after visiting relatives in the city.
A historical note claims poor milk causes infant weight loss or illness via worm infestation. It states White's Cream Vermifuge expels worms and nourishes the child, advertised as pure and safe, priced 25 cents and sold by Crenshaw & Young.
Misses Pearl and Birdie Silverstone came from Kansas City Saturday to spend several days. Mr. and Mrs. E. B. Campbell and their daughter Vera May left Saturday for a trip to Nevada. Wilson Frazier spent Sunday a Corder. His cousin Sidney Wilson accompanied him home for a visit.
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