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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Sep 16, 1909
Page
4
Discussion on road improvement in municipalities, weighing gravel versus stone, drainage, straightening and turnpiking, and the need for local materials, proper management, and long term supervision to handle rising traffic and cost driven by labor.
Diehl & Brown report unprecedented demand for Dr King s New Life Pills praised for curing sour stomach constipation indigestion biliousness jaundice sick headache chills and malaria. Only 25 cents.
Advert says Electric Bitters build health by aiding stomach liver kidneys and blood, claim vigor and sharpness follow. Promotes use for weak or sickly and cites 60 cents guaranteed by Diehl & Brown. Also promotes Bloodine Blood and Kidney Tablets 50 cents mailed from The Blood dne Co Inc Boston Mass via Scallin Bros Co Special Agents.
A brief note advises greasing the first finger and thumb before paring fruit or vegetables to prevent staining, promising cleaner fingertips during kitchen prep.
The South Dakota Insurance Commissioner ruled 1909 licenses stand only if the Iowa based groups The Order of Home Guardian alternative names failed to show their rates meet the National Fraternal Congress table. The decision bars 1910 licenses unless rates are not lower than required. Also notes the wedding of Miss Sheeks and Mr. Hardie set for Wednesday September 29.
A Fort Edward man climbed Bald Mountain to help a neighbor with asthma using Dr King’s New Discovery. The medicine allegedly relieved the neighbor and later cured the son’s wife of a severe lung trouble. Claiming it heals coughs colds croup hemorrhages and sore lungs the ad offers 50c and 100 with a free trial and Diehl & Brown guarantee.
Miss Ruth Sheeks was the guest of honor at a miscellaneous shower held at the Sheeks home on South Side in honor of her upcoming marriage to Lloyd Hardie of Mellette. About twenty five guests, invited by Miss Benn and Miss Peterson, enjoyed varied amusements before a mock wedding march and ceremony led by the minister. The bridal party appeared under a large bell arch and the couple exchanged vows with the ring service as music played. Light refreshments followed as guests offered congratulations and good wishes for a happy life together.
A call urges fast relief with Bucklen Arnica Salve for burns cuts boils and rashes. The ad promises quick cures for a family including a baby burned and a man with piles. Sold by Diehl and Brown to please customers.
Andrew Williamson died in Chicago hospital Friday Sept 10 at age 52 after a yearlong stomach ailment. Sanborn and Jerald counties lost a noted citizen and leader active in politics church work and farming. He leaves a wife nine children and extended family. Ninety teams followed his hearse to Farwell cemetery.
The article advises adding salt to the inner vessel’s water to boost heating. One half teacupful per two quarts of water speeds boiling and creates stronger heat in the salty water.
Local advertisement touts Doan's Kidney Pills as a remedy for back pain and kidney disorders. A Mitchell resident testifies the product cured dull backache from disordered kidneys and praises the brand Foster Milburn Co as sole US agents. Available at Diehl & Brown's Drug Store for 50 cents.
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