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Newspaper
Rockport Democrat
Location
Rockport, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 07, 1917
Page
3
While driving the Kinman and Barrowman garage plot a large car struck Barrowman’s vehicle at a road turn. The Lizzie capsized with Barrowman and a few passengers sustaining minor injuries while the car was totaled. They returned by train via Princeton.
Mrs. Benjamin Hooper of Auburn New York extols Chamberlains Tablets for stomach trouble and constipation. She says they regulate bowel action stimulate the liver and keep the body healthy, used off and on for two years. Obtainable everywhere.
Marengo Observer reports a bold daylight robbery on a west bound train Friday evening. A man reached from the car window and lifted Rosene Gloss's hat, then withdrew leaving him bare headed and unable to recover his property. The incident is described as nerve wracking and should be suppressed.
This remedy is praised as one of the best and most efficient for coughs colds and croup. It is described as pleasant and safe to take, important for medicines given to children. Many mothers have endorsed it and it is obtainable everywhere.
The Petersburg Press notes sorghum demand exhausted supply due to sugar shortages. It urges growing sugar cane for higher yields and sugar beet cultivation for inexpensive cattle feed. Squire George Tucker reports two tons of beets from 15 cents seed, though local beets lack nearby factories limiting commercial value.
In a Marengo Observer piece, the writer denounces pro Kaiser sentiment among Americans. The editorial claims some citizens secretly support Germany while prospering under U.S. protection and calls for action against such loyalties.
Chamberlains Tablets target stomach trouble biliousness and constipation and claim long lasting relief after years of suffering. The advertisement notes complete cures for chronic stomach issues and biliousness with plain directions on each bottle and says the product is obtainable everywhere.
A brief editorial remark from the Houston Post criticizes the wealthy for not delegating spending power to those who are financially distressed, implying that true wealth should empower broader economic participation.
A motivational quote by Harriet Beecher Stowe on perseverance. It urges not to give up in tight spots as the tide will turn. The message emphasizes resilience during adversity and timely turnaround.
The hillsides of Sac and Ida counties in Idaho are described as the world's popcorn centers covering about 5,345 acres. They produce 197,322 bushels of popcorn with a growing season of about 130 days.
Advertisement for Hall's Catarrh Medicine claiming local applications fail and internal use via the bloodstream treats mucous surfaces. Promises testimonials and attributes to leading physicians, with price 75 cents and distribution by F. J. Cheney Co. Also mentions Hall's Family Pills for constipation.
Indiana reports 887 fewer tuberculosis deaths in 1916 than in 1910 as campaign funds grow. Red Cross seal drives in Rockport and Richard will canvass stores and offices with Camp Fire quiz assisting. Remit seals to Mrs Ollie Wagnall or U.S. Easey, with general consumer health notes on croup and Chamberlain's Cough Medicine.
Regular feeding of calves twice daily with mill grain hay and a noon drink of water proves effective for herd health and overall farm prosperity. The message urges steady care of all stock to ensure farm profits and contribute to wartime victory.
Advice to raise egg output by supplementing poultry diets with skim milk whey and buttermilk along with table and garden waste and grain. Urges not to rely solely on insects worms and weed seeds as feed. Egg prices are rising.
The article explains hog cholera spreads when carcasses are buried shallow or left unburned, often via dogs that bring scraps to hog lots. It advocates burning all dead hogs completely to remove any infectious material and stop the chain of transmission.
A discussion notes that many colts are spring foaled but some breeders raise fall foals. September or October foals gain an early start before winter, with mares and foals given ample nutrition. Weaning occurs in spring as pasture improves, helping the colt stay strong and in good condition.
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