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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 27, 1903
Page
4
A sensational ad claims a preventative for death by own action has been discovered. It warns that despondency precedes self destruction and promotes Electric Bitters as a tonic and nervine to strengthen nerves and regulate stomach liver and kidneys. 50 cents, guaranteed by O H Soetje, druggist.
Chicago notes suggest images from the Jeffries Corbett bout could be prepared for public exhibition before Chautauqua season ends, spotlighting a local cultural event.
Albany Ga. resident W. St. Philpot reports relief from a bilious attack after taking one Little Early Riser pill. He says it worked better than calomel or blue mass and was pleasant to take. Sold by all druggists.
A Kansas woman’s bustle contains $7,500, a curious discovery highlighted by The Philadelphia Ledger as a fashionable curiosity and social detail from the Kansas scene.
A claimed remedy called A. C. Family Tea promises to cleanse the system and support liver health with a week's use each evening. The ad asserts rejuvenating effects reminiscent of childhood days and prices at 25 cents per package.
The Marion fair set a record for attendance last week while Dubuque's Peter Deville, 22, died after drinking carbolic acid. Bellevue saw a 56 year old woman die by suicide, and multiple fatal accidents occurred near Waterloo Lost Nation Martelle and Cedar Rapids. Cedar Rapids failed to relocate Linn county seat. Local religious and academic figures feature in upcoming events and debates over tree planting and wildlife.
Bert Nowachek rented the D. F. Wherry farm in Oxford township to Peter Johansen of Madison township for two years after March 1 at 825 dollars or four dollars per acre. Charles W. Mallicoat leased the J. W. Kirkpatrick estate farm for five years from March 1 at 750 dollars per year and a new dwelling will be built this season. J. A. Blakely sold his farm north of town to Christ W. Bramer for 15000 dollars and possession is March 1. J. E. Bowman of Iowa City and his sister bought out the heirs in the Hale township estate farm of 240 acres and leased it to Anton and Jacob Peterson for three years from March 1 at 960 dollars annually.
A New York Evening World item notes a Democratic club discussion where men debated whether husbands should reveal all to their wives. Michael Harris asked Abe Levy if a husband should disclose every secret, with Levy quipping that the average wife might not believe it.
The Independence women who form a cemetery association in Marshall County hosted an annual horse and harness show at Oakland Cemetery. They drew receipts over 700 and entertained more than 3,000 attendees. The note adds that local women built an opera house and beautified the adjacent cemetery. The piece closes with a proverb about domestic influence.
County Treasurer Petcina returned from the river Saturday evening with eight carp, the largest at six and three quarter pounds and another over three and a half pounds. After an hour's fight the big fish yielded. he used clams for bait and a rake to pry them from beds. He notes the carp are fine eating.
Owner R G Lyans offers 265 acre farm for sale adjoining Center Junction. Prospective buyers inquire for terms and price directly with the owner. Located near Center Junction, prospective purchasers are advised to contact R G Lyans for details and arrangements.
A discussion of corn prospects in Iowa follows remarks on farmers and merchants. Assistant Dairy Commissioner Keifer inspected Almoral creamery leading to a fine for unsanitary conditions. Prof. Guthrie suffered a knee cap fracture during a wrestling match with Horatio Merrill and was taken to Finley hospital in Dubuque for care and recovery.
William Randolph Hearst remains set on personally leading a presidential campaign effort, pursuing a bold, self-directed drive despite any lack of support from others.
The state fair projects a record breaking turnout as crowds anticipate a high attendance. Organizers expect larger crowds than previous years due to new attractions and promotional events.
An ad touts Dr King’s New Life Pills as a gentle thorough remedy for dizziness backache liver issues and constipation with a small 25 cent price. It is guaranteed by O H Soetje druggist of St Louis. The piece also notes panic in the Democratic party over Bryan naming a new team of horses.
In a witty note from Chicago, readers are urged that if hay fever lingers, one might consider traveling to Iowa where corn fever is described as equally desirable and humorous.
A brief promotion touts Bucklen's Arnica Salve as the best remedy to prevent fatalities from burns sores ulcers and piles. The ad notes it is available at O. H. Soeje's drug store for 25 cents.
A Wilmington Star opinion questions word choice in reporting a bank robbery, suggesting atealage as a smoother term than shortage. The piece debates language impact on public perception and ethics of crime reporting.
The Philadelphia Ledger recalls Horace Greeley noting that a student lived on ink and slept on a pile of newspapers, reflecting on journalism education in a historic brief.
Advertises Kodol Dyspepsia Cure as a remedy that enables digestion by preparing the stomach to receive and assimilate all wholesome food. Claims improved blood health and strength and notes availability from all druggists.
A playful wartime style ad notes appreciation for a wife’s cooking and promotes A B Family Tea as an appetizer at 25 cents per package. The item uses light humor to entice readers.
The Chicago Milwaukee and St. Paul Railway runs a special Marion to Monticello train on Thursday Aug 20 leaving Marion at 8 p.m. to bring visitors from the Marion Fair and returning from Monticello at 9 05 a.m. A I Jackson Ag t
An old advertisement claims 99 of every 100 childhood diseases stem from stomach disorders and that Kodol Dyspepsia Cure works for children as it does for adults. It features a Nashville mother praising the product after one bottle, with claims of improved digestion and growth. Sold by all druggists.
Sealed proposals due September 1 offer hay and straw supply for Jones County Fair. Bids require clear timothy hay of prime quality as stipulated by R. C. Stirton.
J F Hughes of DuPont Ga describes a long final bout with a lung ailment that doctors could not fix He then used Dr Kings New Discovery for consumption and recovered quickly The product fights coughs colds and lung troubles and is sold by O H Soetjes drug store with trial bottles free and prices 50c and 1 00
Consumers urged to seek DEWITT on every box as counterfeits flood the market. The genuine salve uses pure witch hazel and is advertised as the best for cuts burns bruises boils eczema and piles from E. C. De Witt & Co. Chicago and sold by all druggists.
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