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Newspaper
Madison Weekly Herald
Location
Madison, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 25, 1891
Page
8
Hood's Sarsaparilla described as a concentrated extract of sarsaparilla yellow dock pipsissewa juniper berries mandrake dandelion and other remedies. It claims purity careful preparation by pharmacists and emphasizes its curative powers and unique process.
An old medical ad touts Wood's Sarsaparilla as a cure all for liver and kidney diseases and multiple maladies. It claims to build strength and nerve with tonic benefits and urges readers to purchase from Ch. feud & Co. Apothecaries in Lowell. Do not be swayed by substitutes.
A damaged OCR fragment shows partial phrases including names and locations but lacks a coherent event. Readable bits suggest a local notice or brief item with minimal context and several unclear terms.
The obituary notes Senator McDonald as a stalwart Democrat, a strong advocate, and a trusted ally whose death diminishes political leadership and companionship. It praises his education, career, and public service, highlighting his long-standing party loyalty and the impact of his work on Louisville and state politics.
The ad touts a coating remedy claimed to heal a wide list of ailments including fevers, sores, and piles. It promotes North Western Line Co. as a fast Chicago to Minneapolis route and urges bookings via Leberehart & Son. Also advertises Hood's Sarsaparilla and Chamberlain's Pain Balm with testimonials from users and officials.
Chris Martin of Jackson township Parke county left his wife and two children to roam and stole a harness and cart from a neighbor. He and a young woman were last seen near the tracks. the cart owner later recovered his property. The report notes the social shock and community sympathy.
In Columbus on June 23 witnesses for the state did not appear delaying the Elliott murder trial. Attorney Hunter submitted a lengthy report on contempt charges against The Dispatch and Sunday World. The report argued neither paper was guilty of contempt and noted no imprisonment for reporters. The Sunday Capital property was sold at sheriff’s sale for 440 by Cal Johnson, former editor, with John H. Rees as the lone competing bidder.
Funeral arrangements for ex Senator Me Domi McDonald have been perfected. Services will be at his late residence Wednesday afternoon with viewing from 1 to 3. Mrs McDonald has received many telegrams of condolence, including one from President Harrison. A series of other brief notices describe railway and other incidents from the period.
The Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers held a Sunday union meeting in Coxcorp N H drawing about eleven hundred members. Grand Chief Arthur attended the gathering.
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