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Newspaper

Madison Weekly Herald

Location

Madison, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Feb 26, 1891

Page

2

Dr Pierce’s Golden Medical Discovery touted for liver and blood cures

The advertisement proclaims Dr Pierce’s Golden Medical Discovery as a bold blood purifier and liver tonic with a money back guarantee if it fails. It claims to treat tetter eczema boils goitre swollen glands and various ulcers with rapid healing under its benign influence from the World's Dispensary Medical Association of Buffalo New York.

Dr. Pierce World’s Dispensary Medical Association Main Street Buffalo

Madison Indiana Herald news and Treasury articles excerpt

The Madison Indiana Herald highlights Republican silver policy talk and a New York World critique of Senator Quay. It notes alleged stock operations with J Blake Walters, a $100000 loan to cover losses, and questions over a second Treasury raid with securities not denied.

Senator Quay Senate New York World Quay J. Blake Walters Treasury of Pennsylvania Walters Treasury

Allison Favored as Likely Successor to Indiana Chief Justice

The Indianapolis News reports Judge J. Y. Allison of Madison as the serious, favored candidate to succeed the late Judge Berkshear on Indiana's Supreme bench. He is described as an old and eminent lawyer with Senate and bench experience, widely regarded as sound and capable. Governor Hovey is expected to appoint a Republican to the vacancy, and the Herald supports Allison for the post.

J. Y. Allison Judge Berkshear Supreme Bench of Indiana Indianapolis News Madison Woasiineros Charles Foster Lie Eceiaty Treasury Foster Ohio Republiciss

Magee civil service bill defeated in Indiana Senate

The Indiana State Senate defeated Magee's bill by a 26 to 22 vote to place certain benevolent institution employees under civil service rules. The Herald praises the seven Democrats who voted for the measure and condemns the opponents, lauding Senator Burke as the Democratic leader and predicting a bright future for him.

Magee Benevolent Institutions of Indiana Civil Service State Senate Herato Burke Sweeney Griffith the Herald Henraxp Senate

Indiana Democrats Demand Fresh Faces in State Institutions

A Democratic editorial criticizes long tenures of Indiana state superintendents at institutions like Fort Wayne’s asylum and Plainfield reform school. It argues for nonpartisan or truly Democratic appointees, condemns political influence and lobbying by officials, and urges dismissal of those tied to the party. The piece cites past ties and calls for rotation to curb “soft snaps” and nepotistic appointments.

Indiana Burke John Blake Fort Wayne Blake Charlton Reform School Plainfield Democratic Party Magee Thomas Evansville Hospital Heraup Herato General Assembly

Alum Baking Powder List and Government Warning

A long list identifies common baking powders alleged to contain alum. The piece notes many brands and cites US Government Chemist H A Mott urging prohibition of alum in baking powders. It also comments on evolving electric home conveniences altering morning routines.

Calumet Kenton Silver Star Forest City No Spoon Patapsco Empire Gold Veteran Cook’s Favorite Sun Flower Buckeye Crown Wheeler's Gem Scioto Ne Plus Ultra Eureka International Golden Sheaf Burnett’s Perfect State Silver King Crystal Centennial Windsor Sovereign Daisy H. A. Mott United States Madison

Congress Forecast Measures To Be Considered

Washington Feb 28. Senate action expected on several bills including the Paddock pure food bill and the Conger lard bill. Discussion likely to widen to include the sundry civil appropriation, the World’s Fair, and the navy pay bill. House action anticipated on remaining appropriation bills and a new mint building in Philadelphia. A weathered summary of nominations and other routine measures follows.

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