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Newspaper
Scandia Journal
Location
Scandia, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 24, 1900
Page
6
A narrative fragment recalls two northward marches and a hunter’s encounter with a bear named Adam-zad. The speaker reflects on mercy, violence, and a life touched by blindness after a lethal bear attack. The piece contrasts old musket-era struggle with modern rifles and ends with a vow to reveal the bear’s true danger.
J P Porter, auctioneer, states he is prepared to answer any calls for his business. The notice emphasizes available hours and contact method for inquiries, underscoring readiness to help clients with forthcoming sales. The filing reflects a local business listing and service commitment.
An old advertisement page promotes Krause's Little Liver Pills as a cure for constipation and a headache remedy. It also lists hay for sale with inquiries directed to B. M. Lervorp and notes a testimonial from C. M. Wilson at the Iowa State Fair praising the pills and enclosing a $1 order for four boxes through A. J. White.
The article argues most time is spent at home and urges making homes comfortable and cheerful. It contends money should not be a barrier and that even those with limited means can acquire desired furnishings through small payments that cover large bills.
A long handwritten note laments lack of readers and finances for a local newspaper. The writer mentions neighbors cutting fodder, a sick shopkeeper named Floyd Churchill, a curious tale of a mad dog bite treated with milk, and a desire to see stories shared in Whitney's window. The piece complains about a stingy reader who won't subscribe, notes Sam Blanchard leading Sunday School, and ends with plans to write again.
A reader quips about running for office while seeking Dr. Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin for indigestion. The ad touts Krause's Cold Cure as a universal remedy, pricing it at 25 cents and offering trial by purchasing from A. J. White.
Concordia returns to fining the joints for plates bridgework or dental surgery. Dr. Eagleson offers guaranteed dental work. Dr Parker leaves Scandia September 1st and asks those who owe him to call and settle. Miss Della Booze is District 24’s teacher this year in her second neighborhood year.
Advertised letters inform recipients they will be sent to the Dead Letter Office in 80 days if not called for. Names listed include Mattie Brown Miss Hulda Swanson J L Slaughter H A Wilford P M Kimpath. Dated August 1 1900.
G A R encampment in Chicago from August 27 to September 1 1900 prompts a round trip sale from Scandia at 17 37 with Aug 24 to Sept 7 sale window. Return extendable to Sept 30 with 50 cent deposit. carry light baggage advised by agent P D Scuorreto.
Frank Dietrich and other Lincoln township householders petition for a public road from the southeast corner of section 31 to the southeast corner of section 33 in township 4 south range 2 west. Viewers John Burkman Edgar McKde and Fred Lowell to meet August 20 1900, hearings optional next day if needed, report by September 15 1900. County Clerk D Wilson seal.
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