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Newspaper
Rock Island Argus
Location
Rock Island, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1902
Page
2
A historical ad-like notice touts electricity as a universal remedy. It promises free consultation and claims to cure a wide range of illnesses including female complaints, tumors, cancer, goiter, kidney and liver troubles, consumption, and constipation. It asserts instant relief and a guaranteed cure in all curable cases, aiming to attract patients.
J Alvin Horne medical doctor files a notice regarding the estate of Henry Moeller deceased. The document records an admin instruction and related proceedings.
An old style advertisement promises cheap dental work with guarantees and free cleaning. It touts various fillings and crowns with prices stated as low as one dollar and up, claiming superior materials and fit. The copy emphasizes savings and quick service, typical of historical classifieds.
Permanent location Office 1607 Second Ave Rock Island over Boeidel's Drug Store Administrator's Notice Estate of Maxtelin iei deceased to appear before the county court to have debts and claims adjusted and payment arranged. Estate of Anton Joseph Walters deceased notice to creditors to appear July next before county court Rock Island at city hall to present demands for settlement and payment.
Davenport society items report a June excursion by The Martingtyn Retail Growers Association to Davenport. a mysterious petition among shoowkeepers for free lunch tables during Elks’ event. local accidents include a man’s fall in an elevator, injuries, and a funeral. Court actions cover tax equalization appeals and utility wiring plans. Local marriages, a school case, and sudden deaths of residents are noted with brief details.
It is quality that makes heat and retains it. Quality enables 90 percent of combustible content to be consumed leaving a light ash. Quality also lowers fuel bills by avoiding dirt and unburnables. The coal we handle, hard and soft, earns praise from us and patrons. A ton will talk as loudly as a carload.
An amendment to the articles of incorporation increases Lightning Medicine Company's capital stock from zero to 100000 dollars, with 50000 paid in and 50000 treasury to be sold at par. Harry Hattig chairs the committee, joined by George J. Graber in secretary treasurer duties, reflecting Rock Island headquarters and local city activity. The piece also recounts a medical remedy anecdote praising Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhea Remedy as a lifesaving aid seen in Oklahoma Territory settlement narratives, urging sales by druggists.
An Elizabeth West Virginia man with incurable cancer allegedly recovered after using Electric Bitters and Bucklen's Arnica Salve. G W Roberts promotes the pair as a cure for blood diseases, skin eruptions, ulcers, and poisons, with Hartz Ullemeyer selling the remedies.
A vintage style advertisement urges cleansing the body to avoid misery. It claims Dr King’s New Life Pills improve digestion appetite and bowel movement. Pills priced 250 cents and available at Harts and Ullemeyer’s drug store.
Deere and Company arranged an employee outing on Campbell's Island set for Friday June 27. About 3,000 people will attend with invites extended to employees' families or partners. Transportation will be provided by the company, likely by Doak.
A Kentucky reader from Py Qukville recounts a decade of kidney disease leaving him bedridden until Foley's Kidney One was recommended. He reports it as a godsend and credits doctors with limited relief prior to taking the remedy.
D Currin of Logunion Pa says One Minute Cure beats all other medicines for coughs colds throat and lung troubles. It acts immediately and is safe for children, with mothers everywhere testifying to its benefits. It yields to croup grips bronchitis and coughs and children find it pleasant to take.
Special attention to diseases of women and children and to eye ear nose and throat. Multiple doctors with varied hours and addresses including 321 Sixteenth street Rock Island, Moline, and Davenport. Locations span Sixteenth street Second avenue and Brady Street with phone numbers and hours noted for each practice.
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