Letters From Camp Thomas Describe Camp Life and Typhoid Warning
M F Carroll writes from Camp Thomas on July 26 1898 describing how water is boiled for drinking and mud remains in cooking water. He vents about camp rules long hours and lack of freedom while noting lookout mountain and views. He mentions typhoid cases in his company and asks for news from friends and family.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Camp Thomas
F. B. Cole
Sampson
Schley
Pacific Coast
Josh
Lower Morse
Pat Haley
Starkweather
Frank
M. F. Carroll
Iowa
Lookout Mt
Boyden
Tim
Form Will Shimp Letter From Chickamauga Resident
The letter from Chickamauga Georgia dated July 24 describes the writer thanking Rev J M Acheson for his concern. He notes temptations such as drinking and gambling, asserts personal virtue, mentions a rain drying quickly on rocky ground, reports seventeen Reets heading to Porto Rico, and that their Reet seeks transfer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. M. Acheson
A. m
Porto Rico
Homeward hopes amid rain and tents in Chickamauga
A letter from Harry Swafford in Chickamauga Georgia dated July 28 describes persistent rain turning tents to damp discomfort, heavy guard duties, rifle range training, a partial battalion deployment, and a wish to attend a picnic. He notes hospital transfers, a caring regimental doctor, and hopes to return home by Christmas or soon after as he grows tired of layabout life and reads of front line honors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. M. Acheson
Harry Swafford
Hospital Corps
Miles
Shafter
Died and Sioux County Normal Institute notes
The notice recalls a family farewell to Mrs Acheson and son Harry Tuttle and hints at soldiers going to Porto Rico. It reports the death of Wm Elwood’s infant daughter and describes the funeral at Boyden cemetery with Amos 4:12. It also announces the Sioux County Normal Institute at Hull August 1-14 with fees and exam details for teachers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boyden
Acheson
Mesdames Robertson
McCrum
Smith and Morse
Normal
Hull
Sioux County
Suse La Grippe Cure Claim Promises Quick Relief
An advertising notice promotes Electric Bitters as a cure for la grippe and related weakness. It claims to target the liver stomach and kidneys, restoring energy and appetite, with a money back guarantee if not cured. Sold by M. Brink, Druggist.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. Brink
Reporter Printer's Dues Prompt Call for Local Support
The letter urges patrons to help cover printers dues and resolve personal obligations incurred in publishing the Reporter. It notes harvest time allows time to sell and asks supporters to drop in with cash to settle the debt and sustain the publication.
A Narrow Escape From a Severe Lung Trouble
Ada E. Hart of Groton writes of recovering from a dangerous lung illness after doctors gave up. She credits Dr King’s New Discovery for Consumption Coughs and Colds, taking eight bottles to full recovery. Trial bottles are free at M Brink's Drug store, with regular sizes priced at 50c and 1.00 and a guaranteed refund if not satisfied.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ada E. Hart
Groton
M. Brink’s Drug Store
Silver Salve Cures Colt Sore in Two Weeks Says Letter
A letter from Seney Iowa dated April 6 1896 touts Diehl Chemical Co LeMars Iowa silver salve for a barbed wire wound on a valuable colt. The writer R Collins reports rapid healing after trying other remedies and notes a full sized box costs 35 cents sold by A C Gibson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Seney
Iowa
Diehl Chemical Co
LeMars
R. Collins
A. C. Gibson
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Chickamauga, Ga
Harry Tuttle
Chicksmauga, Ga
Gards
Porto
Wm. Elwood
Sioux County Normal Institute
E. E. Richardson
Sheldon
Codd
Capital City
S E
Capital City School of
Y.M.C. A. Elon
Des Moines
Mehan & McCauley
Des
Floines
Sioux City Daily Tribune
Associated Press
the Tribune
The
Tribune
Orddress MO. C. Kelly
Sioux City
A. van den Brinkee Co
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