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Newspaper
Osceola Record
Location
Osceola, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Apr 27, 1893
Page
4
Reports indicate lawmakers weighing an early extra session to address urgent budget and policy issues. Talks focus on foreign affairs and domestic spending, with unnamed aides signaling possible timing in coming weeks.
Julius Sterling Morton urged the administration to deliver about an inch of rain to Nebraskan hills to avert drought. He warned Nebraskans may demand action and even recall Uncle Jerry from the pumpkin department if no rainfall arrives promptly.
General Viquain leaves for Panama in weeks to take a diplomatic post. He is described as an able man and a sterling democrat who would reflect credit on the state. The text notes potential defeats by strong rivals such as Er. J. Hainer or Bill Dech, suggesting enduring disgrace if outpaced.
The Record recalls a prior State Journal report accusing Polk County of deliberately undervaluing property to dodge state taxes. The assessor, visiting Saturday, noted Polk County pays more state tax relative to size and wealth than neighboring counties and urged a broader inquiry into Butler, York, Hamilton and others. The Journal should investigate or publish a correction.
The piece attacks Civil Service reform as eroding under Cleveland's second term. It mocks the spoils system revived by Republicans and notes along with the Post Office needing new planks each Monday to prevent accidents, singling out the President who has worn out two since March 4, 1893.
The Record notes reform era begins with 1892 levy rising to 7989.64 from 5398.49 in 1891 and predicts a further 2000 to 3000 increase over 1892. It argues Republicans kept costs down in prior years, urges voters to prepare for a fall clean sweep in Polk County.
The Honorable Tobias Castor, national committeeman from Nebraska, has traveled to Washington in recent weeks to oversee duties connected with his role. The visits focus on party affairs and national Democratic activities.
The article depicts Tobias Castor a Nebraska National Committeeman living in Washington and using the Post Office as daily exercise, joking he may claim a place near the throne. It notes his influence, the governor’s and local officials’ reactions, and hints at political maneuvering within the administration.
H M Blossom of Hi M Blossom Co writes of a distressing influenza cough cured by Ballards Horehound Syrup. He sent a bottle to his sister who felt immediate relief and he recommends the remedy to friends. John Cranston of Quin cy Ill also extols its superiority and reliability. Sold by R K Baum.
Karl's Clover Root purifies blood, freshens complexion, and relieves constipation with 25c 50c and 1.00 prices sold by R K Baum. Shilohs Utilizer treats dyspepsia torpid liver yellow skin and kidney trouble with a 75c price from R K Baum. One Minute Cough Cure promises fast relief from cold, marketed by R K Baum.
Job notice seeking two painters with one required to be a paper hanger. Contact M. Louis in Osceola. Also a quirky line about piles and a remedy referencing De Re Wileh Salve.
Advertises Hawkeye Condition Powders DeWitts Sarsaparilla and Shilo s Cure from R K Baum. Claims cures for piles skin diseases and cough with a 25 cent pocket dose of Shilo s Cure.
The traveling public are advised that the Chicago Union Pacific and North Western Line provides superior accommodations between Chicago and Omaha and intermediate points not only during the World's Fair but throughout the year.
Public demand for better travel prompts a note that the through vestibuled trains on the Chicago Union Pacific and Northwestern Line provide nonstop service between Chicago Omaha and intermediate points with no car changes. This service is advertised as the finest and fastest between the named points.
A Polk County reader defends silver as legal tender, debunking claims that it is valid only up to five dollars. The letter urges consulting Treasury facts, referencing an 1800s law on page 271 of Laws relating to Loans Currency, and criticizes reform rhetoric from various political figures.
The excerpt discusses whether the last decade of the nineteenth century has begun and how centuries are defined by starting at year 1. It argues that if the Christian era began with year 1, the nineteenth century would not finish until December 31, 1900, and that the last decade of the century does not begin until 1908.
An American traveler notes two years in Belgium with little success finding umbrellas or rain gear. He observes Belgians stay indoors during storms or seek shelter while horses endure the rain, reflecting local weather habits and resilience.
The article notes watches and locomotives share irregular spells that defy repair. It warns carelessness ruins many timepieces and that shaking a misbehaving watch can worsen damage. It emphasizes proper handling and knowledge to prevent frequent repairs.
An advertisement touts Rozodero as a skin purifying remedy for women claiming it removes redness freckles pimples liver spots and other blemishes. Actress Ethel Wolf endorses the product and a free sample offer accompanies the 75 cent price with mail order in plain wrapper from the Rozodoro Co South Bend Indiana.
A combined offer invites readers to subscribe to The Semi-Weekly Journal and The Record for a full year at a total price of $1.75. The promo emphasizes local paper access and steady readership.
An advertisement asserts the smallest dose that cures is best and promotes DeWitt’s Little Early Risers as the smallest pills that perform the cure and are the best.
Local report highlights many rheumatism cures from Chamberlains Pain Balm over recent months. Honaker Bros of Lorine Ohio note Moses Price was troubled long, yet cured. He claims the Balm has no equal and retailers like R. K. Baum sell it.
The most intelligent people of our community recognize in De Witts Little Early Risers pills of unequaled merit for dyspepsia, headache and constipation. Very small, perfect in action.
An advertisement claims Bad complexion signals an unhealthy state and that De Witts Little Early Risers pills correct this by acting on the liver stomach and bowels.
Captain Sweeney of San Diego California says Shilohs Cate arrah Remedy is the first medicine he has found that would do many good. Price fifty cents.
April 19 1899 Osceola Neb county commissioners meet all members present and audit claims for the Silver Creek bridge project. H F Henderson to furnish lumber for 1000 dollars, Jas Miller to oversee building for 480 dollars with bonds 1000 dollars each. Additional repairs listed for Thos Klassey and Jas Miller. Board adjourns to April 20 1893.
The Tax Museum of Religions in Paris near the Trocadero will cost about 200000. It will display idols and paintings from world faiths and provide a library for savants and Oriental language translators. Bizarre stone age altars discovered near St Bernard pass point to ancient sacrificial sites in Valais. A poor old woman’s stockings concealed nearly 10000 in cash and 36000 in securities among rags and trinkets.
A refined reader is warned that dirty teeth are disgusting and a bottle of Sexafrop, priced at 75 cents, will quickly whiten teeth. The ad claims it outperforms rival tooth washes and is not injurious, sold and warranted by Kunkel Bros.
This notice touts Shilohs Consumption Cure as the most successful cough medicine, claiming it cures coughs bronchi t is consumption proven by a guarantee. It lists prices 10c 50c and 1 and instructs buyers with lung chest or back pain to use it, sold by R K Boum, a druggist.
An old advertisement touts Sexafroo as a superior tooth wash sold by Kunker Bros and One Minute Cough Cure offering immediate relief for coughing. It also promotes DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve for burns cuts sores and pile relief and claims effectiveness for nasal cures and catarrah.
An advertisement touts Shiloh s Catarrh Remedy as a marvelous cure for catarrh diphtheria canker mouth and headache. It claims an ingenious nasal injector is included with each bottle at no extra charge and lists R Kaum as the druggist selling it.
The advertisement touts Hell’s Hair Renewer and Ayer’s Pills as cures for torpidity of the liver and a deranged stomach. It claims Ayer’s Pills restore healthy action with an occasional dose, aiding hair color and vitality.
An advert praises a liniment claiming to cure rheumatism neuralgia cuts sprains bruises wounds burns and many inflammations. It boasts universal reach from Atlantic to Pacific and from the Liskes to the Gulf and notes usefulness for animals. It is sold by R K Baum at set prices.
Mrs. Johnson suffered two months bedridden with severe rheumatism before trying Chamberlain Pain Balm. After the first application she improved and, using it regularly, regained strength to attend to housework. Sold by R. K. Baum, Kensington, Minn, 50c per bottle or 4 for $2.
The text questions why many suffer indigestion constipation dizziness and loss of appetite while promoting Shiloh's Vitalizer as a guaranteed cure sold by R.K. Baum Druggist. It presents a sales claim styled as a remedy advertisement.
The ad touts Chamberlains Cough remedy as universally effective for colds and lung soreness. It claims strong customer satisfaction with 25 dozen sold and promotes 50 cent bottles at Baum's Drug Store in Minnesota Jake Minnesota.
Mr John Caraghar a merchant in Caraghar Fulton Co Ohio says St Patrick's Pills are the best. The item is offered for sale at Baums Druggist.
An Elder 8 identified as from Juniatta County sues in Pennsylvania claiming an asthma remedy trial last summer by R. McAllister and his wife led to stomach chamber complications. The filing cites a medical trial and seeks legal remedy.
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