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Newspaper
Osceola Record
Location
Osceola, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Sep 14, 1893
Page
4
A public remark suggests considering a delay in Judge Holcomb's resignation, arguing that postponing it until after the election would remove any reason for him to resign. The statement frames resignation as unnecessary once electoral proceedings conclude.
The Rercorph reports Mr. Davis asserting a final stance over the 2 percent matter with Mr. Hurst. The exchange ends with both sides signaling they have spoken and the case may proceed before a jury of the people.
The note calls Republicans to meet in Osceola on September 30 and urges members to persuade neighbors who have strayed to return to proper political conduct. It cites Polk County as having made progress last fall and urges continued action to complete the change.
The Pop's convention in Lincoln endorsed the Omaha platform of July 4, 92. The piece says the nation remains on the verge of moral political and material ruin, still hanging by its toes rather than falling completely. It notes some believed finances had collapsed but insists the country is still on the ragged edge.
In a lengthy defense, Mr. Davis disputes Judge Hurst’s account of a financial dispute. He denies requesting $150 for six months and denies receiving $139 or $25 notes, calling Hurst’s notes false. Davis asserts a 1889 loan of $25 for six months, repaid with interest, and accuses Hurst of improper bill adjustments and misdating.
The transcript describes a dispute over interest on a lumber hauling note. Hurst settled the first note for 8.80 less than due. The note covers six months at 2 percent, added to the principal, and ran past due to April 22, 1893, involving W. If, Davia.
In a Sept 12 1898 letter the Osceola Record publishes affidavits from Henry G Davis Wm H Davis and S F Clark detailing loans to W E Hurst and noting interest rates well above 2 percent per month across multiple notes. The documents argue the rates amounted to high annual percentages and question the propriety of the dealings with Hurst, a Merrick and Polk County context.
S P Davis testifies before Justice Ki Evans that W E Hurst loaned money at two percent per month during 1890-91. Davis rebuts Hurst defense and accuses him of dubious alliance dealings and tax evasions, flushing a heated local political dispute involving several figures.
A combined offer promotes The Semi-Weekly Journal and The Record as the best local paper. Subscribing fixes a year at a total of $1.75 for both papers.
Mr H J Mayers of Oakland Massachusetts reports selling thirteen bottles in one day the largest sale on record at his counter. He notes it provides the best satisfaction among cough medicines and leads the market. For sale by R K Baus.
After the fair ends you can stay home then travel to Chicago to see the most complete exhibition ever held. The Vestibulated Limited trains of the Chicago Union Pacific and Northwestern Line offer the least trouble and charges for the trip.
Visit the month of months to see the largest gun in the world during the Great World’s Fair. Enjoy pleasant days and cool nights as travel to Chicago via the Vestibule Limited on the Chicago Union Pacific Northwestern Line. See your Union Pacific agent for rates and details.
John Cranston of Illinois praises Ballard’s Horehound Syrup for curing influenza related chest distress. He reports sending a bottle to his sister who had a severe cough and felt immediate relief. The ad notes a 50 cent price and local availability through RL Earn.
A period advertisement touts Shilohs Consumption Cure as the most successful medicine for coughs croup bronchitis and consumption. It claims universal cure with a guarantee and lists prices 10 cents 50 cents and 1 dollar. Also promotes Shilohs Porous Plaster by Weldby B Baum.
Just south of the Sth street entrance this 200 by 400 foot building costs $140 000. Every lady should visit it. The Chicago Union Pacific and Northwestern Line offers best service and rates to Chicago. For more info contact Union Pacific agent R Genge Osceola.
Public demand for smooth travel is met by solid vestibuled through trains on the Chicago Union Pacific and North-Western Line. From Chicago to Omaha and intermediate points there is no change, delivering the finest and fastest service available between these destinations.
A dated advert promotes Begg's Little Giant Pills with a playful line about liver health. It markets the remedy as a quick fix when the liver is out of order and the user feels blue, claiming both the liver and the buyer will appreciate the joke.
The traveling public learns the Chicago Union Pacific North Western Line offers top accommodations from Chicago to Omaha and intermediate points not only during the World's Fair but all year round.
The Horticultural Building dome stands 132 feet high and cost 860000 dollars. The Chicago Union Pacific and Northwestern Line advertises extremely cheap rates with unexcelled accommodations to Chicago. No car changes en route. See R Genge, agent U P System Osceola for details.
In hard times everyone seeks value and here is a plan. The Semi-Weekly State Journal can be mailed from now until January 1 1894 for 25 cents. During the great congress two papers every week are included. Subscribe early to receive more issues. Address Nebraska State Journal Lincoln.
Union Pacific offers a single round trip fare to Grand Island for the State G A R Reunion from August 28 to September 2. Tickets available through local Union Pacific agents with details provided at the office.
Mr John Caraghar a Fulton County Ohio merchant says St Patrick s Pills are the best selling pills he handles The reason is they produce a pleasant cathartic effect and are certain and thorough in their action Try them when you want a reliable cathartic Brums Druggist
Ballards Snow Liniment claims unique scientific composition making it the most penetrating liniment. It asserts superiority over rivals and lists widespread ailments it supposedly cures from rheumatism to burns and paralysis, sold by R. K. Baum, Druggist.
An advertisement touts Ballard's Forehound Syrup as best cough remedy for colds throat chest pneumonia bronchitis asthma croup whooping cough and lung diseases. The copy asserts universal satisfaction and universal sellers as evidence. Ends with a label suggesting wholesale distribution by B. ret.
An advertisement touts Shilohs Utilizer as the remedy for dyspepsia torpid liver and yellow skin or kidney trouble. It guarantees satisfaction and lists a price of 75 cents sold by Baumy (Baumy).
Advert states a trio of DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve by R. K. Bauns. It touts uses for scalds burns bruises skin affections and piles and urges quick action with this advertised remedy.
An old advertisement proclaims De Witt’s Little Early Risers as liver regulating pills that cure headache dyspepsia bad breath constipation and biliousness. It quotes R K Baum praising their effects.
A vintage advertisement touts a North wind warning and cold discomfort, claiming One Minute Cough Cure is safe and sure to perform a wondrous cure. R. K
Captain Sweeney of the U S A in San Diego endorses Shilohs-Cat srrah Remedy as the first medicine to help him. The product is priced at 50 cents.
A medicinal remedy promising cure for catarrh diphetheria canker mouth and headache includes a nasal injector at no extra charge. Sold by R K Baum Druggist.
Company offers Parks Gougi Syrup with a positive guarantee. If customers with colds are dissatisfied, the purchase price will be refunded. Sold in kettles priced at 50 cents and 1.00.
A claim promotes Chamberlain's Pain Balm for back side or chest pain with binding of soaked flannel to the affected area stating cure in one to two days. The ad notes 50 cent bottles available from R. K. Baum.
An advertisement argues many suffer from indigestion constipation dizziness and loss of appetite and offers Shiloh's Vitalizer for 75 cents guaranteed to cure. It lists R. K. Baum, Druggist as the seller.
An advertisement touts a liniment marketed by R K Baum claiming cures for rheumatism neuralgia cuts sprains bruises wounds old sores burns sciatica sore throat sore chest and all inflammation after others fail. It promises success for barbed wire cuts and for animals and urges readers to try it. Price diets.
An old advertisement promotes Herbine as a cure for a range of liver and digestive ailments. It lists symptoms like biliousness, indigestion, and foul taste, claiming the liver is out of order and blood is poisoned. Price 75 cents. Sold by RBK Barn Drugists.
This valuable remedy claims to cure rheumatism neuralgia sprains cuts bruises burns frosted feet and ears sore feet and chest and back pain. It penetrates to the seat of pain and promises relief for stiff joints and contracted muscles after other remedies fail. Cripples reportedly regained ability to walk and throw away crutches. Price 50 cents. Sold by R. K. Baum.
The promptness and certainty of its cures boost Chaya yerlin's Cough Remedy as an effective treatment for coughs colds croup and whooping coughs. Mr B Main of Union City Pa endorses Chamberlain's Cough Remedy and says every bottle is warranted with full satisfaction. 50 cent bottles are sold by R K Baum.
A beauty ad touts Rozedere as a perfect complexion product for women. It claims to remove redness tan freckles pimples blackheads liver spots moth patches and leaves skin soft pure and white. Actress Ethel Wolf endorses it and offers free samples on receipt of 75 cents plus agents wanted in South Bend Indiana.
Mrs Annie M Beam of McKeeport Pennsylvania reports using Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy to treat diarrhoea in her children after fleeing flood damage in Longtown. She says it cured two severely and cites other successful cases. Available in 25 and 50 cent bottles from Br X Bava.
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