16 Dec 1887
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Newspaper
Salem Times Register
Location
Salem, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 16, 1887
Page
1
A reflective verse urges kindness and support for others dreams despite doubt. It speaks of seeds sown in life, divine patience, and the idea that true yield comes from God shaping each path. It counsels not to mock humble efforts and to offer strength to the weak.
Bertha Bryerson confronts family hypocrisy about wealth and status as she prepares to leave home with Mrs. Wilton for a new life. She endures cold, hunger, and social pressure while pursuing self improvement and a hopeful romance with Ned Haven, who writes inviting her to reconsider their future.
A critic denounces today’s business methods driven by aggressive drummers who overstock retailers. He argues sales pressure and questionable tactics cause frequent small merchant failures. The piece condemns a scramble culture over deliberate, legitimate trade practices.
Washington correspondent reports on Congressman Hopkins of Lynchburg district praising the message apart from internal taxation. He identifies as a Democrat, did not attend the Democratic caucus or vote for its nominees, and vowed to oppose Carlisle’s free trade stance. He believes the Democratic party aids labor and plans to vote with it, yet remains independent on labor issues. He aligns with Mr Randall on tariffs.
Mr N H Frobrichstein of Mobile Alabama endorses Dr Kings New Discovery for consumption bronchitis and catarrh claiming instant relief and cure after trying other remedies. He also recommends Electric Bitters and Dr Kings New Life Pills. Free trial bottles offered at L M Smead’s Drug Store.
A St. Joseph News item notes a new boys trousers style praised for its practicality. They feature copper seats sheet-iron knees riveted seams and waterproof pockets designed to hold eggs, signaling a novelty in children wear.
The piece recalls Mahone’s claim that Democrats damaged the coupon and made it a revenue mortgage, contrasting it with the actual ruling. It notes press campaigns, party factions, and predicts shifts in Virginia Republican alignment toward Blaine or Readjuster factions as party conventions loom.
A dispatch from Weateb dated December 10 reports Curtipy alias Holland of Columbus, Ga., who escaped a seven year penal sentence after breaking jail for the Eagle and Phenix case, returned to this city six weeks ago, married Miss Jennie Moore two weeks ago, and was arrested this morning amid public sympathy for the young bride.
Rome Ga wholesalers Hoyt & Co state they have sold Dr King’s New Discovery Electric Bitters and Bucklen’s Amnica Salve for two years with universal satisfaction. They claim many cures of pronounced consumption using a few bottles of Dr King’s New Discovery with Electric Bitters, guaranteed and sold by L M Smead. Also note a local oyster call at Oppenheims Exchange.
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