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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 18, 1902
Page
4
The ad touts DeWitts Hazel Salve as a fast cure for piles and skin wounds claiming unequaled effectiveness for cats burns bruises and skin diseases. It cites testimonials including J C from Philips Paris and notes no counterfeit product should be bought.
The report lists numerous repairs and constructions across multiple townships including Wheeler Lumber Co. procurements, wing builds, planking, approach repairs, and associated warrants totaling hundreds of dollars. Notable items cover Clay Madison Greenfield Fairview Cass and Wyoming townships with specific costs and recipients.
The advertisement extols Kodol as a universal stomach tonic that cleanses and purifies the stomach, cures indigestion and dyspepsia, and enables full nourishment. A testimonial from Rev J H Holladay of Holladay Mississippi says it saved his life after doctors gave up. Take it after meals.
The Grand Army of the Republic invites members families and friends to join a special G A R excursion to Washington D C October 2nd. Departing from Iowa and Minnesota points via the Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul Railway the trip includes sleeping car service and a round trip fare of one first class fare to Chicago plus 15 85 to Washington and return berths 6 50 to 7 00 depending on origin and return extension options available through October 14th or November 8th with deposit and 50 cent payment. Contacts include C M St P agents or John R Cook West Union Iowa.
W P Whitehead of Kennedale Texas reports distressing pains in head back and stomach with loss of appetite improved after using Dr Kings New Life Pills. The product claims to aid stomach and liver troubles and is sold for 25 cents at O H Soetje's drug store.
A list of expenses and items approved or denied by the County Board of Supervisors in September 1902. Names include Shaw & Dutton, W H Proctor & Co, Simmons & McCarthy, Hill Burr, LM Lull, IT Lettee, National Pub Co, Tow School for Deaf, and various county offices. Records show allocations for poor relief, jails, insane care, burials, school books, officials’ salaries, and supplies. Several line items note denials and specific amounts across multiple departments and services.
“Twas treated for three years by good doctors for Piles and Fistula but Bucklen’s Arnica Salve cured me in two weeks.” The testimonial from W. A. Greer of McConnelsville Ohio highlights Burns, Bruises, Cuts, and other skin ailments. Available for 25 cents at O. H. Soetje’s drug store.
An advertisement extols Boschee's German Syrup as a proven, nonexperimental remedy for coughs colds and severe lung illnesses. It notes two million bottles sold annually since 1868, with three doses claimed to relieve ordinary coughs and a price of 75 cents. The piece also mentions Southern Minnesota's prosperity attributed to creameries making the state a butter producer.
W H Brown of Leesville Ind endures death's agonies from asthma as family fears his end then takes the medicine for coughs and colds. He reports restful sleep and quick relief. The ad claims it cures consumption pneumonia bronchitis and grip with bottles 50c and 1.00 and free trials at O H Soetje's drug store. A government study notes a Mexican cactus called dry whisky causes intoxication when eaten.
In Ashaway Rev Budlong extols Electric Bitters as a genuine cure for jaundice liver trouble and general health. Halifax plans parcel service for municipal tramways while Summer colds persist and One Minute Cough Cure promises instant relief for coughs colds and throat issues with child friendly appeal.
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