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Newspaper
Otterbein Sun
Location
Otterbein, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 04, 1901
Page
4
A historical note details the Tomato Par Excel lenc shipping tomato known for slow center ripening and late red coloration. It describes its waxy white stage, solid firm fruit, and ability to withstand rough handling, suitable for storage and delayed shipping.
A colonial era piece argues that rarity, not abundance, drives value in tropical woods and warns against overestimating riches from new island possessions. It also discusses poultry in the south, attributing rising prices to local prejudice and noting a man confessed to stealing 7,000 chickens over two years.
A Deer Park Long Island merchant endorses Chamberlain's Pain Balm for strains and notes quick relief from a severe side lameness. Ads tout Chamberlain's stomach tablets, Foley kidney cure, and Det. Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin with testimonials. Also mentions a public printer's rapid laws, a dysentery remedy, and a one day cold cure.
The ad notes DeWitts Little Early Risers as easy to take with no griping, claiming they purify blood and aid recovery. It includes various bits on agriculture and humor, plus notes on other products and farm practices.
The page lists poultry items such as turkeys and chickens and eggs with scattered prices, plus other market staples including corn and oats. It also advertises Dr King’s New Life Pills and Tanner Salve with brief testimonials and a note about the Buffalo exposition as Rainbow City.
A public notice advertises Billy Atkinson a dart brown stallion of 103 hands and 1600 pounds gentle in disposition Foaled near London Canada sired by an English coach stallion and Clyde mare full blood Imported by Joseph Atkinson in 1888 as a yearling See bills for further particulars Owners J Frank Hildenbrand and Jaco Wess ter. keeper Jeff Dawson.
An old advertisement claims Bucklin's Arnica Salve clears eruptions, fever sores, boils, ulcers, carbuncles, felons, and other skin troubles. It touts a cure guarantee and a 25 cent price at druggists.
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