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Newspaper
Ocala Evening Star
Location
Ocala, Florida, United States of America
Date
Jul 23, 1902
Page
1
Bittinger and Company proprietors and publishers with L. Bittinger as editor and business manager and R. R. Carroll as city editor. Listed as registered at the Ocala Post Office as second class matter.
The Ocala Board of Trade held its regular meeting with President Jake Brown in the chair. The secretary and treasurer accounts for six months were ordered reviewed. Mayor Fisher reported on Fourth of July and Good Roads programs, a surplus of 69.97 from 338.25, and 268.25 expended, with surplus to be used for excursions. Fisher paid 25 to county commissioners toward Good Roads Convention expenses. A committee was named to discuss cheap August excursions with Seaboard Air Line. A cap of 100 for amusements was set but later adjusted. A plan to expand the electric light plant drew debate. a monthly treasurer/secretary report is required. Discussion on Seaboard Air Line terminal intensified. a switch engine and six crews currently operate from Ocala, with potential permanent growth adding about seventy-five residents. Proposals to enlarge the electric plant were supported by Fisher and Brown, with legal questions addressed by City Attorney Biggs and City Council President Barco. Meeting adjourned.
An advertisement hawks Electric Bitters as a universal tonic. It claims to tone the stomach regulate kidneys and bowels stimulate the liver invigorate the nerves and purify the blood. The text asserts cures for kidney and liver troubles stomach disorders nervousness sleeplessness rheumatism neuralgia and malaria with a 50 cent price and Anti Monoply Drug Store guarantee.
A local ad promotes gas cooking with gar manges for sale and installation. It extols gas ranges as neat, cool, and satisfying, noting labor savings whether cooking solo or with help. The ad invites inquiries to Citizens' Gas Co. and mentions eye examinations by modern methods with no charge and guaranteed satisfaction from Ocale susie Co.
A historical ad text links nightmares to daytime fullness after overeating and describes belching, sour rising, and indigestion. It promotes Dr. Pierce’s Golden Medical Discovery for digestion and nutrition, with testimonials from Prof Pleasant A. Oliver and notes on substitutes. It also mentions Dr. Sage’s Catarrh Remedy and Dr. Pierce’s Pleasant Pellets for cleansing.
Mr Hampton Smith, longtime railroad agent at Anthony, has been promoted to the Orlando agency. He will move soon with his mother and two sisters, Miss Emma and Miss Lutie. The Star sends best wishes on their removal.
Large crowd on Ladies Day saw Ocala defeat Clearwater 4 to 2 behind Clark pitching and Gaskill nerves. Dinkins Rogers Whitseil and Ford stole bases, Rogers struck out four and Clark ten as umpire J. J. Gerig oversaw a 1 hour 35 minute game.
The art engineer Mr Wether bee laments lack of prominence by the Star for a Monday night excursion honoring the Clearwater baseball team and their friends, who were taken to Silver Springs for a moonlight ride. It may interest readers who have ridden the Vinegar Route to learn that the spark ar rester was in operation.
Dr Kumpe of Leighton Alabama reports a customer’s sick child expelled 119 worms after using White's Cream Vermifuge. The remedy billed as boss worm medicine also serves as a children's tonic improving digestion and nerve strength. Available at Anti-Monopoly Drugstore for 25 cents.
Verona Missouri resident L W Spalding cites his seventy six year old mother’s relief from chronic pains and ill health after using Kodol. He notes she now eats anything and fears no negative effects while keeping a bottle ready. The ad claims Kodol rests the stomach and digests food as a natural tonic.
Lake Weir seining cases before County Judge R Bullock and W KK Zewadski sought a venue change for clients J W Freeman and L S Black, granted and moved to Justice Crawford's court. Bond set at 160 each. Peter and Joe Black, Jas Freeman Jr, Hook Scarborough and Charles Driggers also represented by Zewadski. Trial to proceed. hearing date not yet fixed.
The Star credits E W Gillis of Spring Park with a remarkable forty pound watermelon. Gillis proves himself a crack trucker and shows skill in cultivating Marioa county soil.
A note warns to choose Perry Davis Painkiller only. Inspect bottle to confirm Perry Davis’ brand and avoid cheaper imitations. Large bottles priced at 25 and 50 cents.
Ocala notices Mason's Fruit Jars in all sizes from the Ocala News Co. The handsomest line of upholstery material ever shown in the city at Mclver and MacKay.
Present day authorities concede skin diseases are caused by microscopic germs and animal decomposition. Hankack's Liquid Sulphur purportedly arrests decomposition and destroys germs in eczema salt rheum tetter acne pimples ringworm diphtheria sore throat and open sores. Dewey endorses Coke Dandruff Cure. Available at Anti Monopoly Drugstore.
A large crowd filled the mayor's court for the Richardson hearing as the judge fixed a $2.54 fee plus costs. A local Bettie, noted for reputation, faced entry and related charges. Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets praised by Justice T. W. Robinson of Loomis Michigan as effective. Sold at 25 cents per box by Anti-Monopoly Drugstore.
Rev W L Riley of Cuba New York reports fifteen days of excruciating sciatic rheumatism with various treatments failing until Ballards Snow Liniment. One application gave relief and the second produced complete relief. Recommends it unqualifiedly. Available in 25c 50c and 1 options at An
An exploration of how summering and wintering imply staying in one place while springing and falling suggest movement, highlighting the vivacity and adaptability of American English usage across regional dialects. The notes discuss semantic contrasts and usage context without prescriptive judgments.
An advertisement notes summer colds are troublesome after exercise and promotes a One Minute Cough Cure as an immediate safe remedy for coughs colds and throat and lung troubles. It also mentions a drugstore and a prescription filling service stressing care promptness and low prices to attract trade.
A large shipment of stationer's supplies has arrived as Ocala News Co promotes the full line. Pyny-Balsam is advertised as a swift remedy for coughs and colds. The old McCall house is for rent, furnished, with G. W. Wells accepting applications. A garbled note mentions Max Yohe and Captain in a tense scene with unclear context.
Announcement encourages readers to buy a 10 cent mosquito repellent at the Post Office Drug Store. Also reports a lost item, an old-fashioned solid gold fraternity pin with Roman initials, offering reward at the Star office.
Peter Paer, a colored worker for Allan Rodgers on Sugar Hammock public roads, traveled to Jtown and impersonated a coworker to draw wages, leaving his status in limbo. Also advertises Violet Scented Talcum Powder 10c or 3 for 25c and Moler Barber College offers barber training with $12 to $15 weekly wages after certification. Post Office Drug Store promotes Nunnally's candy and Chamberlain's tablets with a free mail catalog offer.
The advertisement touts Dr. King's New Life Pills as a gentle, thorough cure for dyspepsia pain, gas, dizziness, headaches, liver complaints, and bowel disorders. Sold for 25 cents at the Anti-Mo store.
Ocala House Barber Shop in the front of the hotel provides skilled workmen and courteous treatment. Geo. F. Williams is the proprietor.
Office over Tydings Drugstore sets hours from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. for public access and services.
Ocala News Co presents a comprehensive listing of box paper pricing, finishes, and colors. The notice notes extensive variety and quantities available, highlighting multiple options for buyers seeking full detail on each product.
Dealers in this vicinity should write or call on G H Dame the Ocala candy man regarding supplying them with taffy candy. He makes the best 4ig kind at right prices with freight or express rates lower than from Jacksonville or Palatka.
Beautiful instrument with deep tone and polished solid oak body. Slightly used, wholesale cost 18 dollars. Owner offers at half price, 9 dollars. See at Star office for details.
Prominent commercial ambassadors at Ocala today included L. P. Baker, Lal, Julius Kraus, and H. Hutchinson. Hutchinson, a large grower and leading citizen, was noted as a key figure in the event despite being ill.
To lighten stock we will offer a nice line of Straw Hats at specially low prices. H. B. Masters announces sale pricing to reduce inventory.
We have a handsome complete line of ladies, gentlemen and child purses with all prices and finish. New fall styles. Also bill books collectors wallets. Call and see them. Ocala News Co.
An advertisement notes that blackheads pimples and muddy complexions common among young women signal a liver disorder. It promotes Herbine as a tonic to cleanse bowels regulate the liver and restore a clear healthy complexion, with a 50 cent price at Anti Monoply store.
Excursion to Palatka via the Atlantic Coast Line on July 29 leaves Ocala at 6 30 a m. Round trip fare is 75 cents.
Messrs. McIver and MacKay have received a splendid assortment of very superior willow picnic baskets. Ladies will do well to inspect same.
Central Lumber Co in Ocala Florida offers Patton's Sun Proof Paints for all building painting needs. The product promises best results across diverse structures and surfaces.
A brief notice promotes Hancock's Liquid Salphur for fresh cuts burns and sores. It advertises sale by Anti Monopol y.
The Seaboard Air Line Railway announces sale of one thousand mile tickets for 25 dollars. Tickets are valid for travel across the system, covering extensive mileage. Full information available from any company agent or representative.
A brief note describes Pyay-Balsam halting the TheenaD with a swift action against allure Infoametion at the Anti-M iv, highlighting a perfumed violet talcum powder product.
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