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Newspaper
Odon Journal
Location
Odon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 13, 1903
Page
4
A fetter recently received the Dr Hartman free sitter Beatrix at 410 W 30th Street New York. The device or service is described in a fragmentary notice noting its readout and usage.
Dr S B Hartman of Columbus receives a letter praising Peruna for curing four years of lung catarrh. The sister claims eight bottles eliminated coughing and colds and asserts no catarrh remains, noting others benefited.
Letters from Catholic Sisters praise Peruna as a remedy for throat trouble and laryngitis. Testimonies from Sisters of Charity describe relief after treatment and request future guidance from Dr Hartman of The Harvard Sanitarium. Includes addresses and solicitation for more patient experiences.
In the Senate on February 6 7 the polygamy question dominates the Utah statehood debate with Mr Gallinger backing a strong amendment and Mr Hale warning of Mormon church influence on politics. In the House anti trust bills spark lively exchange but pass without debate.
The Chattahoochee river in Columbus Georgia is rising rapidly with water 34 feet above normal and still climbing. A bridge under construction was seriously damaged and mills along the riverfront will be idle for days. Within six hours Sunday the river rose five and a half feet, causing substantial property damage along the river.
Former Navy secretary John D. Leong enjoyed a comfortable Sunday with physicians reporting his condition favorable. In Washington the House marked a memorial session honoring Senator William J. Sewall and Representative Joshua H. Salmon of New Jersey, presided by Mr. Parker.
Fort Worth Texas February 9 at the regular meeting of the United Confederate Veterans R E Lescamp branch a resolution endorsing the Hanna bill to pension ex slaves passed by an almost unanimous vote Also noted is Vice Governor Wright of the Philippines leaving Washington for Memphis and preparations to return to Manila as well as a favorable Senate report on statues for Count Pulaski and Baron Steuben and news of ex Senator Dawes's death in Pittsfield Massachusetts.
In a snowbound library Betty and I visit Miss Lyons, a 70 year old neighbor, bearing violets and roses from various friends. Betty reveals the gift was for me and that, like Miss Lyons, old age values thoughtfulness over material tokens.
A quaint party game titled Hearts To Let is described with playful details. Players sit on chairs labeled with names and are blindfolded to move around before choosing the nearest seat when the music stops, revealing which participant is favored. The article also mentions heart shaped gifts such as a perfume flask and a boxed hollow top, suggesting items offered as prizes.
An old tale cites a town bell stopper who halts the clock to avoid disturbing a performance. The theater manager notes townsfolk seek admission while officials claim private boxes. The incident ends with the stopper being allowed entry as showtime nears.
Granton Oklahoma February 9 After ten years H Gosney has found a cure for Kidney Trouble He suffered severely for a decade tried every kidney medicine and finally found relief with Dodd's Kidney Pills He says he is now well and credits the remedy with his recovery.
A University of Michigan professor reports that girls have more acute hearing than boys. The finding emphasizes the sensitivity to even faint whispers of questions, illustrating nature’s benevolent wisdom as cited by Youth's Companion.
The Kansas City Southern Railway announces the Almanac for 1903 available for distribution. It promises reliable information on Southwestern Missouri the Cherokee and Choctaw Nations in the Indian Territory western Arkansas eastern Texas northwestern Louisiana and the Coast country for farmers stock-raisers fruit-growers truck-gardeners manufacturers and others seeking opportunities or new homes at low prices.
A brief Chicago Daily News item notes that a father's salary will be doubled at the start of the year, prompting hopeful plans for marriage as the couple rejoices in the improved finances.
Beginning February 1st the M K T Railway sells Colonist Vickers to California at below rates with St. Louis 30 and Kansas City 23 dollars. Tourist car through to San Francisco departs St. Louis each Tuesday at 32 p.m. Inquiries to Katy agents or James Barker, Gen Pass Agent, M N K T Ry, 202 Wainwright Bldg., St. Louis. Quote ends with a humorous remark from the Washington Star about patience and credit.
Mother Gray's Sweet Powders for Children cure fevers teething disorders stomach troubles and destroy worms. Used by a nurse at the Children's Home in New York. Sold by all druggists for 5 cents with a free sample. Address A S Olmsted Le Roy New York.
A collage of historical ads and notes. References to Three trains daily from Chicago to California and Pacific Northwest routes. Promotions include Piso cures and Putnam dyes. Quips cover love, reading people, and consumer products with period tone.
Deerfield Inc shares two testimonials from 1903 praising Doan's Kidney Pills. Jno H. Huser of Ridgeville Indiana reports relief from back pain and nocturnal urination after trial and two boxes. Mrs E S Beem of Reading Michigan notes improved sleep and reduced stomach gas after two boxes.
An advertisement extols Cuticura for eczema and skin diseases. It praises Original Cuticura formulations, Ointment Soap and Resolvent, promising instant relief, improved complexion, and a painless cure for infants to adults with claims of worldwide popularity.
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