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Newspaper
Oshkosh Daily Northwestern
Location
Oshkosh, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jan 25, 1908
Page
18
The Milwaukee special notes grip and pneumonia risks in the city, citing Japanese army prevention methods, air and sanitation concerns, and high infection rates. It also covers the iron and steel outlook, New York Life Insurance stance in Wisconsin, and debates on state insurance legislation.
Local pharmacists report hundreds filled the so called vegetable prescription claiming relief from kidney pain rheumatism and bladder issues among the elderly. The simple mixture uses Fluid Extract and Compound Syrup Sarcode with instructions to shake in a bottle and dose as directed, available at first class druggists.
Published interviews with eminent physicians describe the grip as highly infectious with the capacity to trigger other illnesses. It impacts mental function, reveals constitutional weaknesses, and tends to relapse. Adults may die of pneumonia or bronchitis, the elderly exhaust from heart failure, while children show relative immunity. Onset is rapid with chills, headache, eye pain, and emerging systemic symptoms.
Sir William Hroedbent reports influenza prevention with quinine. In a London school the girls and mistresses took quinine each morning, while servants did not, and scarcely any were affected. The doctor advises taking two grains of the sulphate of quinine after breakfast daily.
The piece discusses severe grip suffering and argues the need for empathy. It praises Chamberlain's Cough Remedy, claiming prompt use prevents pneumonia and ensures recovery, supported by anecdotal statements of many users.
Announcement states Dudley Lo Smith resigns as director of the Lawrence University Conservatory of Music after a period in charge. Oshkosh readers and musicians take note of the leadership change at the local conservatory.
A statement from Appleton notes the faculty could not fill the vacancy this school year. Mr. Smith will depart Lawrence on February 1 for a similar post at Highland Park, a move he is known for through his coaching. The school confirms no immediate effort to replace the vacancy.
Judge Phillips of the common pleas court rules that 100.60 in the Amalgamated Workers Association treasury remains in court custody. The association, declared illegal, was ordered dissolved after cutters and flatteners sought a share of funds. The final disposition awaits further action.
The New York Herald warns of rising pneumonia risk from grip during inclement weather. Early treatment is urged as vital. February and March are peak pneumonia months with influenza potential. Watch for headache chills fever sore throat and fatigue and seek medical care promptly to prevent weeks of illness.
Mr. J S Egteston of Maple Landing reports his severe winter illness that developed into the grip. He says he used Chamberlain's Cough Remedy alongside Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets, and frequently rest, which he credits with his recovery from the grip.
A health warning list advises against kissing children delaying bedtime walking off the attack and taking baths and alcohol during grip symptoms. It urges using Chamberlain's Cough Remedy and cautions about avoiding heavy meals and staying in bed until recovery.
Jan 24 New York report quotes F W Pearsail secretary of the New York state committee of the YMCA arguing country boys face more temptations and fewer supports than city youths. He cites YMCA work expanding to country towns and cites a letter from Essex County Mass officials praising positive country youth influence amid prior teacher turnover. the country church is waning but YMCA vitality offers revival.
An old time favorite, Chamberlain's Cough Remedy, has stood on the market for about thirty years. It is widely sold in drug stores and country shops and is promoted through personal testimonials. The advertisement claims the product prevents pneumonia when used for colds and coughs and has earned strong trust due to consistent results.
An old warning about grip noting it rarely kills directly but often leads to pneumonia and lingering coughs. The text promotes Chamberlains Cough Remedy as a means to lessen severity and prevent pneumonia, claiming it cures the disease and restores natural health.
Colonel Cornelius P. Cole and his wife, long time Appanoose County residents, credit Chamberlain's Cough Remedy with curing their severe grip last winter. They claim it prevented pneumonia and note the remedy has been widely used since the first grip epidemic.
A survey notes masculine leadership gaps in county churches and credits Y M C A efforts with spawning young men as Sunday school superintendents and endowment of mission groups. Examples from Maine New Jersey Minnesota and Iowa show youths forming classes and influencing church life, offsetting prior concerns of interloping.
The piece advises rest and warmth as remedies for the grip, with bed rest for a few days at the onset. It suggests Chamberlain's Cough Remedy and stomach baths as aids, and warns against severe quinine doses every four hours.
Frasak W. Perrs of Shortaville claims a winter grip cured by Chi berlain s Cough Remedy. He describes severe coughing ending after taking the medicine and attributes relief to the remedy rather than lingering pains or insomnia.
Fragmented text describes a cure for winter ailments with a remedy called Caugh Remedy Ro. It mentions breaking up symptoms and pleasant effects, noting it as a popular preparation. Names and precise claims are unclear due to damaged OCR.
The verse alleges a well founded rumor of a sure and pleasant grip cure. It touts Chamberlains Oil as the remedy that druggists endorse and that will surely cure the grip without hardship.
Milwaukee post office reports a 22.5 percent rise over December and 17 percent above last year, attributed to local paper distribution and holiday mail. The precinct staffed extra help and directed patrons with a night walker to minimize delays while new archival arrangements with the Wisconsin Archaeological Society bring Charles E. Brown to lead the local collection.
Police report a pair tied to a bank forgery scheme involving the First National Bank of Astoria and the Silverh Market Bank. Suspects fled with cash and drafts, using counterfeit identities to cash checks and navigate transfers.
A chaotic incident in Black Wolf involves multiple individuals including Miss Erna Albrecht Miss Norma Breunt Martha Graffen Miss Carn Rehe Mise Selma Miller George Miller Arthur Miller Raward T Roy Nachtrab Harry Nachtrab Walter Graffen and William Graffen amid a disorderly raid with unclear details.
Fragmentary obituary style notice from New York mentions Morris K. Jesup III aged in his youth with vague references to health and family. The text is garbled, contains names of doctors and institutions, and lacks coherent dates or outcomes.
Prominent banker and philanthropist Joseph S. Jesup, long active in the chamber of commerce and several institutions, has fallen ill and is staying quiet with limited contact. His wife has cared for him. a nephew, Charles Jesup, has joined from their country home. No children.
Associated Press dispatch from New York reports bank clearings reflect easing money conditions with gains across most points. Total exchanges in lending cities rise to a figure near 2.4 million dollars, marking percent increases over the previous year and a prior week. The data signals improving liquidity as the loan market shows renewed activity.
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