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Newspaper
Russiaville Observer
Location
Russiaville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 06, 1908
Page
4
The ssstiVville Observer announces its weekly Friday edition in Indiana, highlighting local news, events, and community notices for residents and businesses.
A busy week with a crowd at Ko Komy to see W. J. Bryan. Mrs Woody's Studio features penny pictures and Pos Curis. Dorcas Society oyster supper held in the un caid room. W. A. Ratcliff and wife visiting from Bloomington. Blanche Parker returns to Cincinnati after two weeks with O. L. Bowen family. W. H. Waddell recovering and hopes to be out soon.
C. B. Shaw a former Russiaville schoolteacher has secured the principalship at ai aes Oklahoma. The report notes his prior role as coadteacher here and expresses confidence in his future success. Several out of town visitors and local residents attended an Old Fellows meeting Saturday night.
Mr and Mrs Raik Williams and Mr and Mrs Red Windigier depart Tuesday for Lafayette to embark in a house boat for a Wabash River cruise. The old Unger elevator burned, loss about 69000 with 3000 insurance, a Russiaville landmark. A larger, modern elevator is planned, contract awarded to a Chisago contractor to be ready before holidays.
Mrs Mary Lee of route 8 Amesville writes that Dr Kings New Discovery saved her husband James Lee from consumption fears. The remedy is promoted for throat and lung relief with a trial bottle offered and Kemp's drug store selling it for 50 cents and 1.00 under guarantee.
Public notice lists names of residents for advertised letters to be claimed at the Russiaville post office including Mrs C Schadinan I P Harrell two letters Mr J N Parrish Mr J F MceManaman Mr C Stockberger Mr Elijah Walters and E W Sherwin PB M.
A terse advertising notice promotes dry cleaning pressing and dyeing services. The firm claims to refresh garments with a color change and high quality work at low prices, listing Kokorn Steam Dye Works with contact details on Buckeye Hudson and Ratcliff in Russia ville Aventis.
An advertisement touts Dr Miles Heart Cure as a tonic for weak heart nerves and impaired heart action. It claims relief from short breath chest pain palpitations and rapid pulse and features a testimonial from Mrs. D Barron of Covington Kentucky praising the remedy and noting a money back offer.
A commercial traveler testifies to the 1872 Chamberlain’s Coke Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy’s speed in curing common ailments. IS Nichols of Oakland Ind Ter says he never travels without this faithful friend after thirty five years of use. Sold by G W Kemp.
An unnamed US Express Company agent in Chicago reports relief from chronic diarrhoea after using a Chamberlaine Diarrhea Remedy. He claims it cured many aboard trains and mentions an old soldier who served with the 23rd Ohio Regiment alongside Rutherford B. Hayes and William McKinney.
Mrs. Charles Graham died at her home in West Middleton last Wednesday. She was the daughter of John and Mrs. Conrad formerly of the Russiaville area. Funeral services were held Thursday in the Christian church at West Middleton by Rev. Frank Stafford. Interment followed in Russiaville cemetery. She was thirty eight years old. A husband and an eleven year old daughter survive.
Chas Heaton has moved into the Gordon property located on Liberty Street, marking a change in occupancy for the residence. The transfer appears domestic in nature with local significance to neighbors.
Mrs Florence McWlrath has moved into the Kanable property on West Main Street, marking a new residence. The note records a change of occupancy and the street location.
Wirt Cook, who has tracked the season’s races, made a return trip to Russiaville on Tuesday, continuing his engagement with the circuit.
Mr Moutray a lawyer expert in land titles offers private consultations for correcting title errors in Poward County abstracts. The firm handles deeds mortgages contracts leases bonds and related documents with reasonable charges. Office on north side square Nokomuv Ind. 8-40.
Mr W Stone of East Poland Maine endorses Buckley s Arnica Salve for healing burns, sores, cuts and abrasions and sore feet. The salve is described as the proper remedy for piles and is sold under guarantee at Kemps drug store.
Local scene notes a new exhibit titled Ping Pong launching at Mrs Woody's Photo Gallery. The show highlights contemporary photography with bold color blocks and playful energy.
R N Farrar of Cat Island La recalls a severe diarrhoea attack in 1907 and credits Chamberlain's Colie Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy with prompt relief He notes saving $100 in medical costs had he used it in 1902 The ad mentions G Janp and Mrs Woody's Studio location and Penny Pictures offerings.
The store reports a strong fall sale and anticipates a big winter stock up. It claims major demand for the latest New York style coats and suits at prices lower than competitors.
The advertisement outlines two lines of coats and suits highlighting modern tailoring, interlining for warmth without weight, and a range of fabrics from broadcloth to kersey. It promotes 52 to 42 inch coats and several suit styles with prices and seasonal colors, including special offers and dramatic discounts.
The ad urges buying furs from a guaranteed house that backs its products. It promises no misrepresentation, replacement if unsatisfied, and selection from reputable manufacturers. It notes low prices and sales on a dry goods percent of profit, inviting inspection and comparison.
Advertises Pure Liven Waists priced at 1.98 with tailored styles including stilt collars cuffs and front pockets. Highlights linen quality and premium grades previously 8.50 now 1.98.
New winter millinery offers small, medium and large hats with Sailor, mushroom, and turban shapes. Wing, ribbon and aigrette trims in smart shades and black. Featured this week is a 4.98 line rivaling $8.00 elsewhere, including tailored and dress shapes in latest colors.
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