02 Nov 1881
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Newspaper
Madison Weekly Herald
Location
Madison, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 02, 1881
Page
1
In Harper's Weekly a lone buttercup laments aging and the passing of May as autumn arrives. The poem muses that youth fades into a weary life, with memories of spring dreams and a sobering wake to an aimless pilgrimage.
A brown headed worker folds a snow white robe as a young woman weighs bridal dreams against a fading love. The poem contrasts past and present loves, ending with the seamstress asleep and the robe becoming a winding sheet. Cedar Rapids Times.
A reflective poem urges letting go of sorrow and fear by choosing cheerfulness. It contrasts memories that haunt with hopes for brighter days and life’s value, noting the lure of Lethe and the healing power of a merry outlook.
A reflective poem on life’s barren years and faithless days giving way to harvest times. It contrasts drought and sorrow with ripening grain and fulfilled hopes, noting prayer answered after patience and silent, joyful breath.
A devotional poem titled Geraldine contemplates a long pilgrimage toward rest and divine guidance. The speaker prays for strength patience and understanding as the path winds toward a peaceful final vision in God’s garden of delight.
A rambling, humorous discourse recounts Brother Gardner defending past sun stop debates about Joshua and the sun’s motion. It notes his shift to fence on the sun question and reports misdeeds of a club member, plus quips about neighbors, law, and community cautionary tales.
An advertisement proclaims Wells Health Renewer as a remarkable cure for dyspepsia and a premier bilious and liver remedy priced at $1. It lists Depot-Swormatedt & Co. as the distributor through druggists.
A reader asks druggists for information on Rough on Rats noting it clears rats mice bed bugs roaches flies and ants with price per container. The inquiry seeks stock availability and exact dosage or concentration for purchase.
An advertisement claims Wells Health Rejuvenator cures impotence of mind limb or vital function nervous weakness and sexual debility with a price of $1 at druggists. Depot Swormatedt Co. 2
In a humorous exchange, Norman Ball pleads for clemency as he admits a rare spree after twenty two years. The judge threads joked warning about a future visit while Ball laments hardships and a long walk home. A separate note cites St Jacobs Oil advertised by Elkhorn and Indianapolis papers.
A physician notes a patient’s health restored by Brown's Iron Bitters, praising the woman’s amiable disposition cultured mind and kind heart. He urges all ladies to use the remedy as reported in a fashion journal commentary.
An Albany dealer balks at Michigan shingle quality and demands discounts. A Wolverine arrives with a carload of Michigan star shingles claiming superior quality. After inspection and a tense stand, the Albany dealer admits the Michigan ware is better and the men share a reluctant handshake.
An advertisement asserts Kidney-Wort first eases constipation then restores health with tonic, invigorating powers. It claims hundreds of certified cures where others fail and urges use to end suffering. A separate image proverb notes that a man’s frame can outshine the picture within.
Mrs. Dukes of Colfax Tudiana suffers two years with sores on her ankle. Lindsey's Blood Searcher purports to cure the ailment. Sold by J.G. F. Harper.
An advertisement touts Frazier's Root Bitters as a universal cure for weakness, languor, malarial districts, care of children, blues, late hours, and aging. It claims toning effects and promises renewed youth, selling at $1 per bottle through Henry & Davies Cleveland Ohio.
An Indian remedy called Dr Williams Indian Pile Ointment is advertised as a cure for piles and related symptoms. The ad cites a Cleveland judge’s endorsement and notes availability from Henry and Davies in Cleveland Ohio with mailing options.
The 8 page Weekly Sentinel enlarges and vows superiority over rivals, pledging staunch Democratic defense against centralization and corruption. It cites Republican crimes from Whisky Ring to key offices, urging Indiana readers to choose a state paper focused on Indiana interests.
The notice outlines weekly single copy availability and club counts for various tiers. It mentions 11 clubs for 23, 3000 clubs of 30, and 25 50 daily, with references to enc co and pies rang i free.
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