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Newspaper
Mooresville Guide
Location
Mooresville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 02, 1897
Page
1
A fragmented dispatch from Indianapolis reports workmen and officials discussing a near term plan. Authorities indicate tensions with labor leaders and a bill advancing in state capital, with economic impacts and political debate noted.
Local items report Miss Touskihiett violin work and visits by Mrs Lambert of Indianapolis and Mr Hadteyv of Perretiance with Miss Eve Green. A wagon injury and a railroad accident near Indianapolis are noted, with several fatalities and injuries among train crews. A family birthday gathering near Madison ends with a church service planned for July 4.
An article suggests using bisulphide of carbon placed in the ground near ants to destroy them. It describes inserting a dibbie or sharp stick to create a six to eight inch hole, pouring a volatile liquid, and sealing the surface to trap fumes. The method is claimed to be the most effective of all means tried.
A split between old settlers and protesters surfaced at the GlO Settlers gathering as objectors called for curb on disruptive practices while backing the reunion. A protest delegation urged respect for grounds and decorum, while organizers pledged corrective action to address abuses.
The guide emphasizes large or medium flowers with vivid color and delicate markings seen from afar. Use abundant green, avoid crowding to preserve bloom shape, and arrange blooms to face different directions for balanced sightlines.
Fragmentary notice lists marriage licenses and names unclear due to OCR errors. Readable parts show a focus on license grants and involved individuals, with dates and places not fully legible.
Ad for Simmons Liver Heeler claims to cure stomach and spleen ailments and prevent jaundice by cleansing the bowels. Promises improved appetite and complexion, and relief from headaches nausea and bad breath. Contains warnings about constipation and general health benefits.
An old newspaper ad listing Bayer like patent medicines including De Witt s Little Early Risers Cholera remedy Foley's Kidney Cures Chamberlains Colic remedy and a skin salve guaranteed to heal. Mentions J W Hornaday and Gov Bass with purchase offered by Geo W Bass.
Advertisement directs readers to contact nearest Ticket Agent or Geo E Rockwell District Passenger Agent Indianapolis Indiana for details on Homeseekers' Excursions offered by the Pennsylvania Lines.
An old remedy advertisement extols a cholera morbus and dysentery treatment as the only cure for chronic diarrhoea and epidemical dysentery. It lists reasons including safety, reliability, rapid relief, and life saving claims, noting 25c and 50c sizes for sale by G. W. Babe.
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