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Newspaper
Rock Island Argus
Location
Rock Island, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Oct 02, 1902
Page
2
Davenport reports on a fatal accident aboard a Milwaukee passenger train, a Davenport couple’s wedding at home with supper and dancing, and funeral arrangements. It also lists community incidents, illnesses, and upcoming events including a Davenport high school football preview, local visits, and weather notes for December with temperature and precipitation figures.
Local advert promotes dental services with guaranteed first class work and money savings. Offers free cleaning and various fillings, crowns, and sets of teeth at low prices. Mentions thin elastic plate and permanent dentation with several price points.
Ad highlights Allen's Foot-Ease powder as a cure for painful smarting feet growing nails corns and bunions and promises instant relief. Claims great comfort discovery of the age and that Allen's Foot-Base eases tight or new shoes. Mentions no certain cure for sweating calloused tired feet. Encourages purchase in stores or by mail with free sample. Includes address Allen 8 Olmstead Le Roy New York and ends with Rancate Your Bowels Win Cascarste.
Mayor Wessel has received a one dollar check from TH-ANY Railway head Lardner for improvements to the athletic park. Funds are unrestricted and the mayor may decide how to spend. A fence project and an amphitheater are planned, with a high school project tied to the Wapiethegan event next Samweday.
Dave, Kentucky resident Ty Smith tests King’s New Discovery for Consumption and Coughs claiming it saves sufferers from TB and lung diseases after failed other remedies. Mothers rely on it. Harte & Ullemeyer guarantee satisfaction or refund. trial bottles offered.
An odd restorative ad touts night time benefits for the mind body and organs. It markets genuine tablets through druggists and asserts the product is never sold in bulk.
A husband recounts his wife’s long illness and relief after using Dr. Pierce’s Favorite Prescription and Golden Medical Discovery. Personal testimonials praise improved health, sleep, and a healthy baby, with cautions on seeking qualified medical advice and a note about free consultation by letter from Buffalo.
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