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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jan 05, 1900
Page
4
An old advertising notice touts Mothers Friend as a scientific liniment that prepares the body for childbirth and reduces pain and danger. It claims thousands of happy mothers endorse it and offers a free booklet Before Baby is Born from Bradfield Regulator Company Atlanta Ga.
A Sioux Falls children's home issues a circular praising its work and contrasting state costs with other states. It cites costs to taxpayers for reform school care, commitment, and the cheaper long term option of placing children in family homes, arguing the society saves money while protecting youth.
John Oliver of Philadelphia recounts a grave illness with jaundiced skin and pain. After three physicians gave up, a friend advised Electric Bitters, and one bottle sparked improvement. He continued for three weeks and recovered, urging others to try them at 50 cents a bottle.
Sioux Falls optimism grows for major railroad expansion in 1900-01. Milwaukee, Great Northern, Omaha Northwestern and Illinois Central reportedly plan or consider lines through or near Sioux Falls, with several extensions to Parker Wheeler Mitchell Creighton and Madison Watertown. negotiations with Burlington seen likely to resume in spring.
J B Wolgemuth from Mitchell helps organize the Phoenix Mutual Fire Association with headquarters in Canton. The group aims to form the strongest fire mutual in the state as articles of incorporation are prepared in the coming days.
Headache biliousness sour stomach and liver ills are cured by Hood's Pills. Price 25 cents at druggists or by mail from C I Mood & Co Lowell Mass. Bucklen's Arnica Salve praised by Fr M Higgins editor of Seneca News cured after years of illness. Two boxes wholly cured him and the ad guarantees pile relief. Sold by S H Seallin druggist.
A Pierre observer notes a hay trust forming in western regions boosting prices to six dollars per ton. With fall stock shipments, demand runs high as farmers coordinate to maintain profits, while feeders protest but concede the fairness of the arrangement. About twenty tons of hay move daily during eight months of cattle transport.
An advertisement touts Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as a reliable preventative for croup attacks. It claims early hoarseness signals onset and that prompt use in homes nationwide has never failed. The piece closes with a proverb-like reflection on self-deception and greed.
An old advertisement touts Dr. Kings New Life Pills as a fast cure for headaches and other ailments. It claims blood and nerves are strengthened, with a 25 cent price and money back guarantee. Public testimonials from S. H. Scallin and J I Berry are cited alongside mentions of One Minute Cough Cure and Beggs Little Giant Pills for various conditions.
Claims to cure consumption and colds in 24 hours with Warner’s White Wine of Tar Syrup priced at 25 and 50 cents. Advertises throat and lung health after treatment and credits S H Soallin as seller.
A quiet transition marks the end of 1899 with a Sunday finish and limited social observances. Milwaukee area activities include watch parties, midnight signals, and bank closures. local health ads tout catarrh cures and family remedies from L. O. Gale and Beggs products with testimonials from multiple users.
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