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Newspaper
Plattsmouth Journal
Location
Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Dec 21, 1911
Page
3
An essay on toy influence and parental spending during Christmas. It notes Teddy bears once feared to harm maternal instinct, praises simple toys for lasting value, and contrasts pricey gifts with affordable 26 cent cars and 85 cent steam boats, while recalling home made dolls.
A Muscadine Alabama man credits Dr. King's New Discovery with saving his wife's life during a severe bronchial illness and lingering cough. The ad touts the remedy as infallible for coughs, colds, and lung trouble, with prices 50 cents and 1.00 and a trial bottle free.
At the annual stockholders meeting held December 8 the Manley Co-Operative Grain Association reports a robust year of activity ending November 30, 1941. Key figures highlight the association’s solid performance and steady growth.
The document records total profits for the year at 93 074 40 dollars and an indebtedness balance of 877 75 dollars at the year start. W B Essick is listed as manager with a note on cash on hand and equipment details.
An 1906 article claims lightning deaths are rare and credits Robert Madsen of West Burlington with recovery from virulent liver trouble and yellow jaundice after eight months using Electric Bitters. It touts the medicine as the best remedy for stomach liver nerves kidneys and blood purification, priced at 50 cents at F. G. Fricke & Co.
In county court yesterday a hearing took evidence in the probate of the will of A. Brittian, a former resident of the western county. The court today heard a petition for administration in the estate of William Hargraves, who died years ago. The petition asserts the decedent’s home stead as the property at death and requests the short form of administration.
Medical ad urges immediate action on digestion and liver health. It promotes Dr. King's New Life Pills to prevent indigestion jaundice and gall stones, claiming they regulate liver stomach and bowels and boost health. Fricke & Co. distributes the pills.
A brief notice asks customers to call at the Journal office for typewriter ribbons. It specifies that orders or inquiries should be directed to the publication's office for immediate assistance.
The piece explains how egg prices rose and fell with demand and supply. It cites American and Canadian responses during reciprocity debates, conventions in Beeville and Roosterville, and how roosters and hens affected market dynamics as seasons changed.
The community mourns Erastus Booth a loyal Burlington railroad employee of eighteen years who faced illness with fortitude. He was kind and unassuming and his passing leaves a sorrowing widow and many fond memories.
A Virginia man from Waverly praises Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as best for colds and pneumonia risk reduction. He says he has recommended it to friends who agree. Sold by Fk G Fricke & Co.
Frank Shopp, his wife, and Charles Shopp were summoned to Lincoln to attend the funeral of L. J. Byer, uncle of the Shopp brothers. Byer died suddenly Monday after experiencing heart trouble while downtown. He had been in generally good health prior to the attack.
When feet are wet and body cold from exposure a big dose of Chamberlain's Gough Remedy is advised and a hot foot bath before bed is said to ward off a severe cold. For sale by F. G. Fricke & Co.
A local property owner has installed a saw mill on his premises and is prepared to furnish hard timber of all kinds and chunk woods. All orders are promptly filled, and inquiries are solicited.
Auction planned at John Strachey’s Hall with Ed Metcalfe’s store drawing crowds. A Christmas program and box supper raised funds at the schoolhouse two miles west. Reverend Reynolds to wed Edith Sheppard on December 24 in Lincoln. Various programs planned by churches and the literary society. local travel and ranch news noted.
Thos BE Williams of Middleboro Kentucky says two years of stomach trouble and failed doctors in Bristol Tennessee were ended by two packages of Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets. Sold by F G Fricke & Co.
Moses Hiatt, who suffered a paralytic stroke a few nights ago, was much better yesterday afternoon and able to talk with those about him. He attended breakfast this morning and friends remain hopeful for a full recovery.
An advertisement touts Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as a fast fixer for colds and a guard against pneumonia. It claims the formula contains no opium and can be given to babies or adults, marketed by FG Frieke & Go.
Local fund drive for a Plattsmouth YMCA lags as Avoca residents donate 3860 in two weeks, while Plattsmouth has raised under 2400 after three weeks. The Avoca town, with 500 inhabitants, plans a new opera house and criticizes nearby efforts.
The Iivery family seeks a reliable liniment for sprains bruises and rheumatic pains and recommends Cham berlain's ointment sold by F G Fricke & Co as a top choice.
Hogs Wanted. Will pay the market price for hogs weighing from 80 to 160 pounds. See J. P. Falter, Coates' Block.
An Ohio resident J. H. Walker of Sumbury reports years of indigestion and poor appetite improved by Burdock Blood Bitters. The testimonial claims stomach distress lessened after using the remedy.
An article suggests appetite loss as an early illness sign and promotes Tunner's American Elixir of Bitter Wine as a remedy. It claims the tonic cleanses the intestines, stimulates digestion, and helps with liver stomach bowels and blood disorders, nervousness anemia headaches rheumatic pains and female pains. The ad lists Jos Tuiner at 4938 1899 So Ashland Ave Chicago Illinois as the point of purchase.
For sale. large lot of chickens with many left. pullets and cockrels available. price 50 each. contact J M Young at Upper Chicago Ave. 12-153 working note.
Charles Hennings and his wife from near Louisville traveled on No 1 this morning and plan a short visit with Martsmouth friends for a couple of days.
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