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Newspaper
Russiaville Observer
Location
Russiaville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 15, 1909
Page
5
OCR listing of hardware and domestic goods with prices. Items include cot ton batt, pan sets 64x98 and 4x14, stove parts, coal hods, Tack Puller, stove lids, lanterns, wall lamps, stove boards, furnace poker, lace curtain stretcher, carpet tacks and beater with prices noted in cents and dollars.
Kokomo shoppers discover royal quality fabrics with deep wear for the coming season. Suits, serges, Sicilian and diagonal weaves, moire, taffeta, Bengaline, laces, and a range of satin and shoe items priced to attract buyers this week.
Keison promotes fall suits made from quality fabrics with sensible styles and low prices. The broadcloth suit features a 40 inch jacket, satin lining, braid trim, and a pleated skirt, priced at 15.00. The ad emphasizes value and affordability for shoppers.
Thalman and Levi Shoes tout fall lines for women highlighting slant tops plain toes and wing tips in patent leather gun metal and dull leather. Window displays showcase Ladies Patent Leather Boot and Ladies Patent Leather Shoes with plain vamp and welt as careful dressers are urged to inspect.
David Hodson was at Fairfield yesterday. Mrs. Cerina Simmons visits her daughter and brother in Fountain County this week. Miss Grace Brown went to Indianapolis Wednesday for a visit with relatives. Mr. E. J. Carter of Plainfield visited here last week. Fred Abbott Windigler and wife returned home Tuesday after the baseball season. The Dorcas Society plans a meeting at Mrs. Mac P. Jeter's home on Tuesday afternoon Oct 19. Also an advertisement for Kodol digestion remedy sold by Nwayzee Bros.
R. O. Richards and Mrs. Clara Ratcliff were summoned to Lafayette on Monday evening due to the serious illness of Richards daughter Mrs. Kate Nevitt. Nevitt, an inmate of the Soldiers' Home in Lafayette, drew the family's concern as the crisis unfolded.
Hoarseness in a child signals imminent croup and Chamberlain's Cough Remedy is advised to be given promptly to prevent the attack. The notice mentions a 20 poison content and availability from Dr W Kemp.
An antique newspaper brief promotes Chamberlain's Cough Remedy sold by Dr. G W Kemp and lists sewing machines and repairs from Eikenberry Bros Hardware. It also mentions DeWitt's Little Liver Pills sold by Swayace Bros for clear head and strong mind.
An advertisement touts Dr Shoop and Restorative targeting internal nerves to cure stomach troubles. It claims quick relief within 48 hours and mentions products Kodol and Despepsin, with selling points and local store details in Kokomo Indiana. Also promotes piano sales options and local druggist guarantees.
Genuine Post Carda of Russi ae scenes at Mrs Woody's Store. If you feel tired, back pain, rheumatic twitches, or swelling, take DeWitt's Kidney and Bladder Pills. These antiseptic pills act promptly and are used by thousands with good results. Sold by Swayzee Bros.
Report notes a pleasant purgative effect from Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets used by a visitor named Raymond Redding. Advertises the product as creating a healthy body and mind and delivers joyful well being. Sold by Dr. G. W. Kemp.
In sudden mishap Chamberlain's Liniment is described as a reliable substitute for a family doctor. It is claimed to ease sprains cuts wounds and bruises and remove soreness, with availability through Dr. G. W. Kemp.
Get Picture Post Cards of Mrs Geo L Woody with real photos of churches school houses street scenes and Russiaville on Decoration Day. Five cents each. Dr Shoop Health Coffee a coffee substitute made from toasted grains malt and nuts and sold as a real coffee flavor. No real coffee in it and no tedious brew time. Test it and see said by Wile and Miller.
The notice warns of serious kidney problems caused by neglect and urges women to use DeWit's Kidney and Bladder Pills at the first sign of trouble. It cautions against imitation pills and advises buying genuine DeWits from S. Bres.
C S Wadman visits Tadianapolis this week and touts DeWitt's Curbalized With Hazel sak e, praised for pies sold by Swayzee Bros. The ad copy emphasizes the product's use where wire ds needed and notes its favored application in pastry sales.
Advertiser touts Clothcraft Clothes as guaranteed pure wool with a Stone Guarantee in each suit and claims prices match part cotton lines. Prompted by demand, the copy warns that rising interest may outstrip factory supply.
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