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Newspaper
Osceola Record
Location
Osceola, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Aug 17, 1893
Page
4
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The note suggests the Cherokee strip will open about September 14. The text asks what was the issue with Cornish and why the ring could not handle him, implying a boxing or confrontation context involving Cornish and a boxing ring.
The reform ring has nearly completed its statewide push with the goal to compel boys to take their medicine. The movement emphasizes public health measures and enforcement through authorities.
Last week ownership of Lews ring organ changed as Colonel L A Beltzer absorbed Mr Cornishs interest after a dispute. Lew remains set to retain the office in the plant.
The Polk county crop outlook worsened after three hot dry days last week. Farmers report corn injuries and yields possibly under half, with some estimates as low as a third. The drought extends beyond Polk into neighboring regions and even parts of the eastern states.
Recorp printed Mr H G Davis of Valley precinct charging Judge Hurst with loaning money at 2 percent per month. This week Hurst replies denying the charge. The editor notes no knowledge of the matter but says the column is open to public comment. The controversy rests between Davis and Hurst and readers may judge after it closes.
The writer accuses populists of claiming prophecy and predicting crisis. They argue these leaders worsened hard times by crying danger and spreading fear, causing a stampede and public distress. The piece holds them largely responsible for the resultant hardship.
The piece argues for establishing a government bank in every Nebraska county to restore confidence and circulate hoarded currency, claiming deposits would flood in and end the panic. It challenges prior claims that currency shortages are the sole problem, asking if lack of confidence in banks is the real issue.
E F Chittenden of York county, an old soldier and farmer, visited the Recor office after being ordered for examination before the city pension board. His pension was suspended and cut from two hundred to six dollars monthly unless he can prove he did not fraudulently draw a twenty dollar pension for years when not entitled. The case burdens the veteran with expense and possible failure to establish his rights.
The speaker denounces pension delays as fraudulent and politically driven, blaming Hoke Smith and government procedures for forcing veterans to prove claims. They warn thousands are being robbed by the system while political leaders wield purse strings, suggesting past rhetoric about stopping pensions was false.
A New York Sun cartoon-style piece mocks reformers and politicians as blissful crowds cheer the mills closing. It contrasts jubilant scenes with economic hardship and criticizes Grover Cleveland and Adlai E. Stevenson, noting empty pockets and shifting reform promises.
The silver men met in caucus and adopted resolutions to repeal the Sherman law buying clause and to coin silver freely with legal tender quality. A seven member committee will draft and push the bill for full discussion and a house vote. The Butler County Press notes the alignment with the Republican platform on dollar quality.
Independent voices in Nebraska admit they cannot elect their president and vow to defeat the Republicans. The speaker challenges veterans, Trumpeting wartime sacrifices, crippled veterans’ losses, civil service purges, and the impact of Democratic threats on wheat prices and industry. The address questions penalties, employment, and national finance.
A York Times editorial urges voters to abandon the current path and rejoin the Republican Party to undo last fall’s results. It criticizes devaluation of finance and harm to labor, calling for rapid corrective action to restore policy.
A lender in Polk County refutes a scurrilous Osceola Recop article claiming signature of H G Davis was forged. He accuses Davis of being a deadbeat, recalls past notes and sheriff collections, and hints at exposing Davis fully in court. He notes years of borrowing and asserts readiness to present Davis in full light of his conduct.
The Daily Inter Ocean August 14 article is cited to argue that money scarcity reflects public hoarding of currency. It notes Chicago as a test case where people trust government money too much, locking cash in safety deposits, while bankers blame lack of confidence in currency for financial troubles. The piece contrasts this with observed hoarding of greenbacks silver certificates and other notes.
A Polk County Prohibitionists meeting is scheduled at Boostrom's Hall in Samsburg on Saturday August 19 at 2 p.m. Delegates will be elected to the state convention and other business will be discussed. Good singing and speaking promised. all interested in the cause urged to attend.
A Chicago advertisement urges cure of asthma bronchitis and consumption arising from neglected coughs with Begg's Cherry Cough Syrup. It is sold by B. K. Baum.
A brief promo notes Parks Sure Cure as a tonic for a liver and bowel concerns. It claims to fix biliary issues indigestion and dyspepsia with a positive guarantee and a price of one dollar. Sold by R K Baum.
Local ads promote Shilohs Utilizer for dyspepsia liver and skin troubles with a 75 cent price by R. K. Ball. DeWitts Witch Hazel Salve touted for burns and skin ailments by R. K. Baum. Little Early Risers claims liver regulation and relief from headache dyspepsia and biliousness by Baum. One Minute Cough Cure endorsed as swift relief from cold by Baum.
An advertisement touts Bege's Blood Purifier as a blood cleaner that clears the skin and beautifies the complexion. A bottle is advertised for sale and guaranteed by R. K. Baum at the fair.
Just south of the 69th street entrance the Woman's Building spans 200 by 400 feet and cost 140000. The notice urges every lady to visit while promoting Union Pacific and Northwestern Line service to Chicago with no fare changes and directs inquiries to Union Pacific agent R. R. Gente in Osceola.
An advertisement touts Silver Threads Among the Gold as a sign hair needs invigorating and promotes Begg's Hair Renewer for healthy growth, preventing hair from falling out or turning gray. Sold and guaranteed by R. K.
Public demand for seamless travel prompts Chicago Union Pacific and North Western Line to offer through vestibuled service without car changes between Chicago Omaha and intermediate points. Finest and fastest connection advertised.
Captain Sweeney of San Diego California reports Shilohs Catarrh Remedy is the first medicine that did him any good. The product is priced at 50 cents. R.K.
An advertisement touts Shilohs Catarrh Remedy as a cure for catarrh diphtheria canker mouth and headache. Each bottle includes a nasal injector at no extra charge. Sold by R K Baum Druggist.
An obscure classified note advertises Bege's Little Giant Pills to aid liver condition. The seller R. K. Baum offers the product with a light joke pitch, claiming liver relief and viewer satisfaction.
Advert describes Shilohs Vitalizer promising cure for indigestion constipation dizziness loss of appetite and related symptoms. Claims guaranteed relief for 75 cents and notes R K Baum, Druggist as seller.
The traveling public is told that the Chicago Union Pacific North Western Line provides the best accommodations to and from Chicago and Omaha, with service to intermediate points, not just during the World's Fair but all year.
An advertisement proclaims a universal liniment capable of curing rheumatism neuralgia cuts sprains bruises wounds old sores burns and more. It claims effectiveness on animals as well and offers the product for 50 cents through dealer R K Baum.
An old advertisement asserts a misfunctioning liver causes biliousness headaches and foul taste, claiming Herbine cures liver stomach and bowel disorders. It touts no equal liver medicine priced at 75 cents and sold by R. Ek Baum druggist.
The Horticultural Building stands 132 feet high with a construction cost of $300,000. The Chicago Union Pacific and Northwestern Line advertises very low rates to Chicago with nonstop car changes. R. R. Genge, U P System agent in Osceola, provides full information.
The ad proclaims Ballard's Snow Liniment a universal remedy for rheumatism neuralgia sprains cuts burns frostbite sore feet sore chest and back pain. It claims to penetrate to the disease and restore movement even after other remedies fail with users abandoning crutches. Price 50 cents. sold by R. K. Baum.
Ballards Snow Liniment claims unique scientific composition making it the most penetrating liniment yet. It targets rheumatism neuralgia cuts sprains bruises wounds sciatic inflammatory rheumatism burns scalds sore feet contracted muscles and paralysis, sold by Baum Drugent.
An advertisement proclaims Ballard's Horehound Syrup as the best cough syrup for colds coughs sore throat pneumonia bronchitis asthma and related throat diseases. It guarantees unmatched effectiveness and cites customer and druggist endorsements to support the claim.
The ad touts Chamberlin's Cough Remedy as prompt and certain for coughs colds croup and whooping coughs. Mr C B Main of Union City Pa endorses its efficacy and a sale is offered with a 50 cent bottle price and a guarantee of satisfaction by R K Baum.
A late 19th century advertisement promotes Rozedore by claiming it clears redness tan freckles pimples blackheads liver spots and moth patches leaving skin soft and white. Actress Ethel Wolf endorses it and urges callers to send 75 cents plus a stamp for free front.
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