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Newspaper
Rockport Democrat
Location
Rockport, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1917
Page
3
An advertisement promotes Hall's Catarrh Medicine as an internal remedy to cure catarrh by affecting the blood and mucous surfaces. It claims the product, developed by a renowned physician, combines tonics and purifiers, and asks readers to send for testimonials. Also promotes Hall's Family Pills for constipation.
A La Grange Democrat editorial argues that parents who resist sending their sons to military service harm both youths and the nation. It states that courage and loyalty are honored when service is given and warns against shirks and cowards while praising those who volunteer.
The piece lists Indiana congressmen who died in office including Judge Daniel W. Comstock as the ninth and notes William Prince killed by a steamboat explosion, James Lockhart dying before taking his seat, Micheal Kerr as speaker at death, and four Indiana senators who died in office James Noble, James Whitcomb, Oliver P. Morton and Benjamin Shively.
Mrs. C. Be. Riley of Miron New York reports six months of relief from indigestion using Chamberlain’s Tablets. The ad claims the remedy is widely available everywhere.
Coarse salt applied to dirt roads through a time spreader cuts dust in dry months. In Belleville Pennsylvania the salt does not require street sprinkling and calcium chloride aids moisture retention. Application every six weeks is inexpensive, but mixing before rain is essential.
S H Murphy of Wellsburg New York reports Chamberlain’s Tablets are the most satisfactory remedy for stomach troubles and constipation he has sold in thirty four years. Available everywhere through drug stores and advertised locally.
The Washington Herald echoes rugged patriotism urging full support for the war, condemning pacifists and socialists while extolling loyalty and sacrifice. It cites Scott and the poem to argue that freedom came from those who faced danger and death for liberty.
A missionary from India spoke in a Des Moines church about falling ill in the interior of India and carrying Chamberlain’s Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy which he credits with saving his life. He urged that the remedy, used there as a preventive and cure for cholera, can be trusted for milder bowel complaints in the United States. Obtainable everywhere.
A London conference of teachers from girls schools defined the ideal of the perfect woman. The declaration emphasized moral character and refined conduct as key traits for modern womanhood.
An item from the Boonville Standard lists an idealized portrait of the modern woman. It describes a forty year old married mother of five living near a town, with a well kept home, patriotism, religious faith, and varied skills. It highlights literacy, multilingualism, practical knowledge, and engagement in recreation and crafts.
W. G. Glazier of Bentonville Arkansas endorses Foley's Honey and Tar Compound for a long lasting cough. He asserts it cured a chronic cough believed to be consumption, and praises its effect on throat and chest.
C B Faller, general superintendent of the Lounsville and Indianapolis Railroad with Terre Haute headquarters, visited Petersburg last Thursday to announce that after Sunday May 27 two passenger trains will be removed to reduce operating costs. No. 2 northbound arriving 5 40 a.m. and No. 5 southbound arriving 9 55 a.m. will be annulled.
George Lawrence a railroad fireman of Kittrell Mississippi says three bottles of Foley Kidney Pills cured his backache sluggish kidneys dull headaches sleepiness and nervousness. He reports frequent nightly awakenings and overall restoration of health after using the product.
The Harrison county commissioners awarded the contract for a Blue River bridge at Rothrocks mill four miles below Mill town to M. and P. Contract Co. of Hatfield for $8,757 as reported by the Dale Reporter.
The Washington Herald denounces the recent Indiana legislature for enacting woman suffrage by misleading means, arguing a constitutionally invalid approach that could nullify basic laws and threaten social pillars like the family and church. It warns that suffrage supporters secretly push toward socialism and state destruction.
Mrs Otto Spayd who came over to visit neighbors contracted measles during a visit. The case prompted health officials to trace contacts and warn families in the area to monitor for symptoms.
The advertisement promotes Wendell's Ambition Pills as a quick nerve tonic for general debility, nervous prostration, and low mood. It claims the pills restore vigor within days and offers a 50 cent price with a refund option via T. C. Basye.
From Mariah Hill last week to visit relatives and friends, she fell sick and is now confined to bed with measles at the home of Mrs. Adam Jacob. Ferdinand News.
A Caldwell Ohio family tester shares that they have used Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy for years and never go on extended visits without it. It is obtainable everywhere.
Sam Westfall landed a 62 pound catfish on Saturday in Grandview as the largest catch reported recently by the Monitor.
Indiana taxpayers and public officials denounce Governor Goodrich for assuming to dictate local public improvements. The Indianapolis Herald says the idea of running Indiana township by township and county by county is wrong and breaches proper authority. The piece argues such orders harm business and could increase later rebuilding costs.
The circuit court case of Gilbert Corn against the Ingle Company concluded Friday after an all night jury deliberation. The jury awarded Corn 56000 for the loss of his leg.
The Indiana constitutionality dispute hinges on 1917 laws for a constitutional convention. The State Life Insurance Company president, as private citizen and major employer and taxpayer, will file suit to stop the law. If he wins, taxpayers avoid the convention amid world war pressures.
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