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Newspaper
New Harmony Register
Location
New Harmony, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1892
Page
4
A mix of local notes and humorous items describes a new park fountain and reservoir, street grading, and various community happenings. Mentions whitelaw Reid’s expected support in New York, a Harrison and Blaine political contrast, local fairs, and advertisements among town activities.
A parade of names visits Evansville with updates on travel and family connections. Several residents from Mt. Vernon Poseyville Lynn and Carmi appear in town logs, including Bearster mail sent to a grandson, and various farmers merchants and postmasters making brief appearances or journeys around the region.
Wim Timmons postmaster of Ida ville Ind reports Electric Bitters improved his health after kidney and liver trouble. John Leslie farmer of Ida ville calls it the best kidney and liver medicine, restoring vigor. J W Gardner hardware merchant of Ida ville says it revived his strength and appetite. Available at Wilmoth Wilheim & Co Drug Store for 50 cents a bottle.
On Saturday evening July 2 theatergoers may witness a rare dramatic program at Thrall Opera House. The bill features the parlor comedy A Morning Call with Mr and Mrs Harry Robinson and the burlesque Po-ca-hon-taa starring Miss Fannie Golden. The show includes the Goldens, the Robinsons, and local amateur talent.
After heavy rain last Tuesday thousands of toads appeared on ground and streets near the river, with many still visible next morning. Advertisements note CC. C. Certain Chili Cure sells with no cure, no pay, and is touted as pleasant and safe. Local merchants promote paints, wall paper, hats, neckwear, and business goods amid a wave of promotional notices.
The town council met in regular session with listed members and approved the prior journal. Claims for street work and related services totaled multiple small sums, and John Stallings was paid. Fred Stanley received permission to erect a fruit stand. Mumford won the school trustee race. new rules limited street work without unanimous or majority votes. culvert authorization and sidewalk washing notices were issued before adjournment.
During the La Grippe epidemic last season this remedy was praised as the best for consumption coughs and colds. Reports from users claim quick relief and no after effects. A trial is offered with a refund if unsatisfied. Free trial bottles at Wilmoth Wilhelm & Co. Drugstore. Large bottles 50 cents.
Grayville Mercury reporters J Li McClure and John Harris dug into a mound at Heady farm, 14 miles north of Griffin, and found a human skeleton of remarkable size. The hip to knee bone measured 34 feet, knee to ankle 3 feet, skull 12 inches thick, and the skeleton sat upright as if a man stood 12 to 13 feet tall ground truth uncertain segments show fragile bones.
An old advertisement notes Bucklen's Arnica Salve as the best for cats and skin ailments with a guarantee of satisfaction or refund, priced at 25 cents per box. It also promotes C C C Certain Chill Cure for fever and malaria at 50 cents, sold by Wilmoth Wilhelm & Co, plus hats at H Brown's Clothing House. The Mt. Vernon Democrat reports John Boyce bought the pacer Posey Golden for 800 dollars.
The Globe Democrat comments on Whitelaw Reid as vice presidential pick describing him as a blunder of a serious and senseless kind. A New York telegraph note says Reid opposed organized labor and petition drives from unions urge his withdrawal. Telegraphic Sparks notes convention attendance lower than expected. It also cites New York city with 9,000 saloons and Oklahoma with 20,000 negroes.
While driving a mule toward town last Saturday morning Thomas Price, aged over 75, was thrown from his wagon when a passing train frightened the mule. He suffered two or three broken ribs and possible serious injuries. Train men rushed him to town for medical aid from Dr. Glaze, then he was driven home by locals.
The Indianapolis Journal noted weeks earlier that the people party known as Blaine boomers in Minneapolis signals a divide in the Republican organization. It warned of a radical defect and a shift away from plain people and museums, suggesting the party has grown out of touch with the public.
The Evanaville Journal notes Minneapolis hosts the largest bar-room in the world this week with 60 bartenders serving up liquid enthusiasm, highlighting the city’s lively entertainment scene.
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