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Newspaper
Newton Record
Location
Newton, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 01, 1895
Page
6
A collage of short notices reports oddities and local incidents from area papers. A What Cheer belle’s gas accident, Will Miller’s robbers near Waveland cemetery, Dr M R Smith taking over Laurel Leader, and voices urging orderly voting mark a lively slice of rural press.
The Original Jubilee Singers who have wowed crown heads and subjects with melodies will perform at Lister's Opera House in Newton on November 14, 1805. Hear them as they tour major cities of the old world.
Newtons Young People Societies announce a Lecture Course opening November 11 led by Bishop J H Vincent a foremost American Methodist Episcopal figure. Vincent is a renowned philanthropist educator and national voice whose words inspire young and old alike. Hear him to gain a broader education and insight into humanity.
Speeches were limited to two minutes at the Men’s Meeting Sunday afternoon. Ed Finch was chosen moderator with instructions to call down anyone who exceeds the limit. W H Dodge acted as time-keeper and was appointed assistant moderator if Finch is absent. Meetings begin at three and end at four, with invitation extended to all men especially the young.
The best production of the week was The Police Alarm by the Chase-Lister company, presented to a crowded house last night. The play abounded in sensations, singing, and dancing and pleased the audience immensely. The company is playing to the big business it deserves and the house should be crowded during the remainder of the week.
Jarnagin’s farm near Galerburg yields a Hyslop crab about plum size, a second crop appearing on the south half of the tree this year. Rev Harri to use typo slips for sermon notices, saving time. Reader anecdotes cover Kansas politics, Public Opinion subscription tips, Chamberlain’s Pain Balm praise, Iowa Central rail sleeping car to Los Angeles, and The Companion Calendar offer for 1806 subscribers.
Des Moines based Midland Monthly presents a vivid array of pen drawings by Chas A Gray including a portrait of Gladstone and beech at Ostend. The issue features two war and pioneer sketches, five stories and rare poetry, plus “Midland Women in California” and “Newspaper illustrating.”
Advertises Dr Williams Indian Pile Ointment as a cure for blind, bleeding, ulcerated and itching piles. Claims absorption of tumors and instant relief, with poultice action. Sold by H J Skiff Druggist Newton Iowa, 50c and 1.00 per box by mail.
The article explains croup stems from a common cold and begins with hoarseness followed by a rough cough. It urges early treatment, noting Chamberlain's Cough Remedy can prevent or stop attacks and is harmless. Sold by Wagley & Smead.
An 19th century drug advertisement describes Dr Williams Kidney Pills as a remedy for kidneys liver and urinary problems. It claims relief from back and side pains facial puffiness and frequent urination and offers mail order at one dollar per box through H J Skiff druggist Newton Iowa.
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