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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Apr 25, 1891
Page
2
The advertisement argues that pearl top and pearl glass lamp chimneys resist heat and breakage more than usual, improving lamp light via better draft. Despite greater durability they cost dealers more and risk reduced sales, presenting two sides to the question.
A local column reports spring signs and community updates from Wolfeville and Hagerstown. It notes property improvements by Ed Stup Fred Wilder Brand and Samuel Miller, a decline in chicken thieves, and tributes to Eleanor Luckett of Frederick. Also mentioned are peach tree consignments, a nearby railroad prospect, a minor fire, a colt injury, a lawn party at Orrison’s, church services by Rev Castle, road committee meetings, and several residents’ visits and moves.
Wim B. King, a Hagerstown photographer, visited Gapland guided by George Alfred Townsend. He took eighteen negatives of the buildings and scenery, enjoyed Townsend’s hospitality, and praised Gapland for its beauty and comfort.
Bailleys Neefing and tonic pills claim to cure Malaria Indigestion Biliousness and liver complaints. Miles Nerve and Liver Pills promise relief for nerves stomach and bowels via new principle. Brown’s Iron Bitters advertised to cure malaria enrich blood and boost nerves. Samples offered by B Garrett.
An array of patent medicines is advertised for catarrh bronchitis consumption and related ailments. Shilohs cure Kemp s Balsam Pan Time Cough and Consumption Cure and Victor Infants Relief are pitched with testimonials. Prices range from cents to two dollars and bottles are urged with bold assurances of rapid relief and safety.
Jesse Barker of Humboldt Kansas writes that after fifteen years of biliousness and stomach pains he found wonder in August Flower. A friend had recommended it and he took it as directed, experiencing relief and a renewed lease on life. Printed by G. & Green, Woodbury New Jersey.
A dated advertisement touts 75 per cent effectiveness of S S S in curing blond poison diseases affecting mankind. A mother reports her five year old son improved after using Swift's Specific. The ad promises free books on blood and skin diseases from The Swift Specific Co. of Atlanta, Ga.
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