Death of George F. Page former JourNAL editor
George F. Page died at his Pomona California home on Friday October 18th and was buried there the following Sunday. He edited the JourNAL in 1888 and practiced law in Kansas City Kansas before returning to Scandia to purchase the Journal. He later moved to Pomona and served in the 7th California Volunteers during the Spanish American War. He died from consumption contracted during his army service and was a member of the Odd Fellows.
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George F. Page
Pomona
California
7Th California Volunteers
San Francisco
Page
Oddfellows Lodge
Election Day Brief Urges Voters to Cast Ballot
Next Tuesday election day. go to the polls and mark a cross in the circle beneath the eagle. The directive emphasizes a simple vote as the necessary action.
Republic County Owes State Back Taxes if True
A published statement claims Republic County owes the state 2613.50 in back taxes. The notice urges payment if the claim is accurate and calls for settlement.
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Republic County
Not Dead Rumor Sparks Debate Over Fake Newspaper Reports
J R Woods of Lawton disputes false death rumors spreading in daily papers. The note denies death claims and criticizes persistent misinformation affecting public trust in news reports.
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J. R. Woods
Lawton
Daily Papers
Senator Burton Declines Move Against Leland at Pension Office
In a cautious stance Senator Burton opts not to seek removal of Mr Leland from the pension office. The note praises Leland’s service to the Republican party and suggests resistance from the old guard.
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Burton
Leland
Pension Office
Republican Party
Barton Pitts Eye and Ear Specialist in St Joseph MO
Dr. Barton Pitts, an eye and ear specialist based in St Joseph Missouri, is noted in correspondence as a solicited contact. Franc is and Freder ick are referenced in the fragment with unclear context.
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Barton
Pitts
Francis
Frederick
Sts Joseph
Mud Slinger Campaign Message in Republic County
The Belleville Telescope accuses The Freeman of a dirty campaign to sway voters. It cites a county debt figure and urges Republicans to vote for Jacob Sherwood, accusing opponents of concealing treasury reports and spreading falsehoods.
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The
Freeman
Republic County
Emmett Kieth
Keepeh
Sherwood
Board of County Commissioners
Freemann
Jacob Sherwood
Belleville Telescope
Scandia Journal Office Gains New Press and Prosperity
The Scandia Journal reports evidence of prosperity with new type, engine, and presses. A cylinder press will soon be installed, bringing the paper up to date and prompting praise for Editor Kimball from nearby reporters.
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Scandia Journal
Kimball
Republic City, News
Benefit of Stomach and Liver Tablets Promises Renewal
Advertisement urges readers to take Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets when life feels hard. It claims the product cleanses the stomach tones the liver and regulates the bowels making the user feel like a new man. Sold by the local druggist.
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Chamberlain
Short-Sighted Economist
Republic City News decries out-of-town solicitors selling groceries and home-printers losing business to Kansas City and Chicago. It urges readers to boycott merchants who buy printing or goods elsewhere, urging patrons to keep money in town and support local merchants and printers.
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Republic
Kansas City
Chicago
Nan
Reaper
Sears-Robuck
Republic City News
Remick’s Per sin Ricono Tonic Promises New Life Sparkle
An advertisement for Remick's Persin Ricono Tonic claims a single bottle will refresh and invigorate. The note mentions a lot sale by A P Happer and includes promotional language typical of 19th century patent medicines.
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Remick
A. P. Happer
Post Office Pointers on Mixed Mail and Postage
Officials warn that enclosing multiple matter classes in the same package shifts to higher postage and risks fines. Using used stamps is a crime with potential imprisonment and heavy fines, and rural delivery customers should include their route number on letters to aid faster delivery.
Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic Ad Claims No Cure Pay
An old advertisement asserts Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic contains iron and quinine with a no cure no pay offer priced at 50 cents. The wording emphasizes the tasteless formula and guarantees.
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Grove's
Ballard's Snow Liniment Promoted for Wounds and Sprains
An old advert promotes Ballard's Snow Liniment for fresh cuts on humans or animals and sprains for corn huskers and horses. It notes prices of 25 and 50 cents and lists A. J. White, a local druggist, as seller.
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Ballard
A. J. White
Cure for Indigestion Promised by Herbine Druggist
A advertisement claims that many suffer from indigestion and that a single bottle of Herbine provides a prompt and permanent cure. A few doses are said to do more for a weak stomach than a prolonged course of any other medicine. Price 50 cents. A. J. White, Druggist.
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J. White
White's Cream Vermifuge promotes healthy body
A. J. White Druggist advertises White's Cream Vermifuge as removing unhealthy tissue for a healthy condition where worms cannot exist. Price 25 cents.
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White
A. J. White
Driggist
A Wise Member at Belleville Opera House Delights
Review touts A Wise Member as the best seen with strong plot, ludicrous, provocative humor, and moving moments. Belleville Opera House hosted on November 1 with tickets 25c and 50c amid praise for the cast and surprises. An unrelated Marion Record quote and a Home remedy note for corns and rheumatism from Chamberlain's Pain Balm conclude the page.
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Sgon
Belleville Opera
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