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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 18, 1908
Page
8
An article warns that women who work long hours or endure uncomfortable positions and bad weather risk health disorders. It argues many women need assistance, citing numerous letters as evidence of widespread concerns about feminine wellbeing.
Miss Abby F Barrows of Nelson Ohio reports relief from dull headaches back pain and feminine weakness after using Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound. Miss Lillian Ross of New York writes of improved sleep and energy after treatment. For thirty years the remedy has been standard for feminine ills and Mrs Pinkham invites sick women to write for advice.
Mrs. Sarah Elizabeth Cooper 69 died at 6 30 am at her daughter Mrs B F Butler 207 North Jefferson street after heart trouble. She was born in Mt Jackson and lived in this city most of her life with husband George Cooper who preceded her in death. Survived by three children Mrs William Eichbaum Mrs B F Butler and George L Cooper a brother and a sister. Funeral Sunday at 2 pm from the family residence.
A special committee found $2,000 a fair price for heating work by the American Warming and Ventilating company. The school board claimed no contract existed, though minutes and bids suggested otherwise. Court actions included motions to strike minutes and testimony, with letters from the board clerk questioned for authority. A sale reference to Hanna's Green Seal Paint appears at the end.
A long county election tally shows numerous local offices and party slates. The Democratic ticket lists names for president delegates assembly and state positions while Republicans and independents field candidates across county offices including auditor surveyor and treasurer with many totals and cross references.
An advertisement extols Father John's Medicine as food and nourishment that strengthens each organ to do its work, claiming it drives out ailments and restores vigor. The copy presents a health tonic tone with a focus on overall bodily function and wellness.
High school commencement exercises in Harlansburg Friday evening drew a large crowd from the village and nearby areas. Rev Crayton Brooks delivered What is Mans Work as the keynote, with music by the Eastbrook orchestra and addresses on The Dignity of Labor and The Companionship of Books by students Raymond Cleland and Frank Shoemaker. Diplomas were presented by Superintendent W Lee Gilmore.
Daily ad notes Easter flowers and Sherwin-Williams paint at Dickson & Co. Hardware on the Washington and Mill streets corner. It emphasizes long wear, wide coverage, and 25 years of service and affordable prices.
Foreman Richard Stokes of New Castle Pennsylvania credits Doan's Kidney Pills with curing years of backache and kidney trouble. He reports complete relief after the first box and another later attack resolved quickly. Sold by all dealers at 50 cents. Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY sole US agents. Remember the name Doan's.
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