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Newspaper
Osceola Record
Location
Osceola, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jul 20, 1893
Page
4
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Chicago papers report six sunstroke deaths last Saturday and note an average of five persons killed daily on street car and railroad crossings.
One encouraging symptom of the present financial fever is that more failed banks are resuming business than new failures. Money is getting easier.
A published statement shows lawyers have received only 650 dollars for the impeachment trial. If the committee would pay more, the lawyers have not drawn it.
Secretary Hoke Smith faces criticism in the St. Louis Globe-Democrat over pension reductions and his pretexts labeling Union soldiers as pilferers, despite their sacrifices to preserve the government.
The Colorado governor faces sharp rebuke over a harsh wartime line and ironclad threats tied to the silver business. Critics warn he should slow his pace or risk entanglement in a larger conflict.
L Horm, a Polk County veteran, was informed his pension will drop from eight to six dollars a month. The reduction reflects the new administration's policy, suggesting further cutbacks may come over the next three years.
Mr Burrows suspends the Alliance Leader at Lincoln for now. The reform organ seems halted as the party declines and falls apart from its early spring flourish like Colonel Jonah's gourd.
Eddie Thornton laments the order can not be revived by the methods used by the executive committee. Officials claim the reform effort has duped the public and that the alliance has naturally quit. Thornton believes revival is possible only if the current decline is addressed.
The World’s Fair board has decided to close the gates on Sundays, reversing May’s resolution. Sources say the move stems from Sunday expenses and the belief that Sunday openings failed to aid laborers while underscoring that government should reflect majority public sentiment.
The text contemplates a difficult coming session of Congress. It questions what follows repeal of the Sherman law and rejects free coinage as dangerous. It argues against issuing bonds and notes and predicts disfavor among the people. It calls for a level headed plan from a capable thinker.
The speaker urges a decisive move to solve the problem, promising broad public gratitude from 65 million people. The call to action emphasizes urgency and bold leadership to confront the issue without delay.
The piece argues republican papers have attacked Gov. Crounse over Garneau's role at the Nebraska Columbian Exposition but contends Garneau’s mismanagement excuses not the governor. It claims Crounse has fulfilled the governor’s duties credibly and urges critics to present concrete charges.
The sugar beet industry is touted as a leading future industry for the United States. Nebraska could supply home demand if its beet output matched last year’s production, keeping land for corn and oats. The Beet Sugar Enterprise in Lincoln promotes testing the venture, with local support urged.
The Alliance Independent editor Thornton accuses Thomson, long time state secretary, of a $4000 defeat for the organization while the Executive Committee examined charges but did not impeach. Thornton’s paper later runs a nine column expose with molten remarks and hints of political complicity among committee members. The Record remains noncommittal, noting only reform perspectives and rumors of a hidden large colored citizen involved.
The passage argues that it matters who speaks for the press. It claims independent papers feel empowered when unchallenged but puff up with empty rhetoric if confronted. The tone criticizes self-important rhetoric and the inflated authority of media outlets.
A citizen blasts local papers and officials over county finances and legal costs. He questions who among Republicans was involved, why the General levy rose, canvassing pay, and printing bids. He disputes figures claimed by the Sun and Headlight and accuses the paper of misstatements about settlements and suits.
A column quotes Jay Burrows editor of the Alliance Leader claiming revolution may follow if Cleveland uses patronage to push silver policies. It notes Burrows and others are in the minority, contrasts past figures, and warns against violent or unlawful methods.
Opinion warns against anarchistic sentiments within the Independent party. The writer urges following law and constitutional processes to change laws, cautions that broad calls for revolution could harm people, and urges party members to silence disruptive voices.
An old advertisement notes De Witt's Little Early Risers as liver regulating pills curing headache dyspepsia constipation and biliousness. It also touts One Minute Cough Cure as a safe effective remedy for colds, attributed to R K Baum.
An old patent medicine note promoting Shilohs Utilizer as a remedy for dyspepsia torpid liver and yellow skin with kidney issues. It claims guaranteed satisfaction and lists a price of 75 cents sold by R. K. Bauar.
This advertisement extols a universal liniment claiming it cures rheumatism neuralgia cuts sprains bruises wounds old sores burns sciatica sore throat sore chest and all inflammation after others fail. It also treats barbed wire cuts and heals animal wounds. Price 50 cents. Sold by R K Baum.
R K Baum promotes DeWitt s Witch Haxel Salve as a quick solution for scalds burns bruises skin affections and piles in a promotional note. The brief appears to urge readers to trust the remedy over words alone.
Captain Sweeney of the U S A based in San Diego California reports Shilohs Catarrh Remedy is the first medicine that has helped him. The remedy is priced at 50 cents. BR. K.
Ballards Snow Liniment proclaims a unique composition and superior penetrating action among liniments. It claims to cure rheumatism neuralgia cuts sprains bruises wounds sciatic inflammatory rheumatism burns sores and many pains, with special note on paralysis. sold by R. K. Baum Druggist.
A patent medicine advert claims Shiloh's catarrh remedy cures catarrh diphetheria canker mouth and headache. Each bottle includes a nasal injector at no extra charge, advertised as a more successful treatment. Sold by R. K. Baum, a local druggist.
An advert promises Ballard’s Scorehound Syrup as the best cough syrup worldwide. It asserts effectiveness for colds coughs sore throat chest diseases and claims universal endorsement from users and druggists. The copy notes availability from R. K. Baum.
A 19th century sales pitch claims many misery symptoms like indigestion constipation dizziness and loss of appetite are common. It promises quick relief with Shilohs Vitalizer for 75 cents guaranteed to cure. Sold by R K Baum Druggist.
This old time remedy claims to cure rheumatism neuralgia sprains bruises burns frostbite sore feet backache and stiff joints. It promises deep penetration to the source of pain and asserts many users regained walking ability after other remedies failed. Price 50 cents, sold by R. K. Baum.
The prompt remedy claims certainty and fame for treating coughs colds croup and whooping coughs. A Union City Pennsylvania resident touts strong sales of Chamberlain's Cough Remedy and a guarantee of satisfaction. Bottles priced at 59 cents offered by R. K. Baum on Main Street.
Advertisement promotes Rozedore facial cream claiming it removes redness tan freckles pimples blackheads liver spots and moth patches making skin soft pure and white. Actress Ethel Wolf endorses it saying she has used Rozedore for years and finds it harmless and effective. Price 75 cents with free sample on receipt of price in plain wrapper. Send to Rozendaro Co South Bend Inn. Agents wanted.
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