Basher Gift Brings Land For Goshen Deaconesses
John Basher and wife of Harrison township donate 270 acres valued at 20000 to the northern Indiana conference of the Methodist Episcopal church. The land will be sold and most proceeds used to fund the deaconesses’ orphanage in Goshen. Norris Silvers of North Stratford, New York endorses One Minute Cough Cure as a remedy for persistent coughs.
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Goshen
Northern
Indiana
The
Methodist Episcopal Church
John Basher
Harrison Township
Norris Silvers
North Stratford
N. Y
C. KW. Biett
Root Reduces His Signature to Initials
Secretary Root has shortened his official signature from "Ell bu Root" to "E. Root" to save time and effort. He previously signed his full name on many documents, but the volume has led him to adopt the smallest practical form.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Root
Ellbu Root
E. Root
Foley's Kidney Cure Promised to Restore Strength
Advert claims kidney disorder symptoms signal illness and that Foley's Kidney Cure by John Gifford will restore vigor. Also mentions Zenobia of Palmyra with historical notes on complexion hair and a bang-like hairstyle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Foley
John Gifford
Plain note writing advice for ladies in paper choice
The text advises using plain unruled paper in medium size or delicate gray or pale blue paper for a lady, warning that startling or bizarre stationery violates good form. It reflects etiquette guidance from June Ladies' Home Journal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ladies’ Home Journal
Kidney Cure Endorsement from Pecatur Reader
William Woodard of Pecatur Ja praises Foley's Kidney Cure for curing years of kidney disease after four bottles. The ad notes it is sold by John Gifford at Eighth Pennsylvanian Holding Position. The article also mentions Philander C Knox as the eighth Pennsylvanian to serve as US attorney general, tracing back to William Bradbury in 1794.
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William Woodard
Pecatur, Ja
Foley
John Gifford
Philander C. Knox
United States
William Bradbury
Philadelphia
Washington
Pennsylvania
State Supreme Court
Local Drugstore Claims Top Sale of Dr Caldwell’s Syrup Pepsin
BR I Mouser a druggist in Chetopa Kansas asserts his store offers the best sale of Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin. He notes the product cures constipation indigestion sick headache and stomach trouble citing strong customer demand and reliable relief.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Br.i Mouser
Chetopa
Kansas
Dr. Caldwell
Mny
Million Men Worked on Gizeh Pyramid in Ancient Era
Historic estimates claim at least 7,009,000 workers toiled on the Great Pyramid of Gizeh. The monument rises 450 feet with a base of 13 acres, twice the size of any other structure. One quarry stone required about 2000 men for three years to haul.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Feven
Gizeh Pyramid
Dewitts Little Early Risers Promote Health
An advertisement urges readers to take Dewitts Little Early Risers to regulate bowels, claim longer life, and more vitality. It attributes the claim to C. J. Elliott and stresses ease of use.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dewitt
C. J. Elliott
Monument to Pasteur in native town progress shown
The model for the monument to Pasteur includes a statue of Pasteur, a science figure with a laurel wreath, and a woman with two children saved by Pasteur's discoveries. Sculptor M. Anton Charles progresses well, and the piece is said to be very effective.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pasteur
Science
M. Anton Charles
Simple milk test to detect adulteration in Michigan
The food commissioner reports a quick method for housewives to spot doped milk. Set aside a small sample and let it stand twenty four hours. If it remains unsourred, it likely contains formaldehyde or another preservative.
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Food Commissioner
Michigan
Putsmouth Man Cured After Long Sore By Witch Hazel Salve
Mr James Grown of Putsmouth Virginia over 90 years suffered a bad facial sore for years. Physicians could not help him. De Witts Witch Hazel Salve cured him permanently says C K Elliott.
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James Grown
Putsmouth
de Witt
C.K. Elliott
Hound Hired In The Chase Ends In Tragic Crash
John Regan of Abilene Kansas was walking his hounds when they chased a rabbit onto a tennis court. The rabbit dodged a ground level wire screen and escaped while the dogs crashed into it. One dog valued at 250 dollars was killed and several others injured or put out of business. Brer Rabbit evades capture.
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John Regan
Abilene
Kan
Bunny
New Discovery for Blood Poisoning and Cures
Warner's Compound of Seven Cures advertised as a great cancer remedy and treatment for skin and blood diseases. Claims include relief for contact and hereditary conditions with wide health benefits.
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der. C. Dbd
Warner
Social Fabric Edges Toward Collapse in Rumored Morals Crisis
A Baltimore American opinion piece rails at fashionable New York women accused of cheating at cards, calling it the ultimate social depravity and warning of a creeping downfall of the social order due to alleged immorality in high society.
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New York
Baltimore American
Rocky Mountain Tea Advertises Brain Tonic at Elliots Pharmacy
An old style ad notes Rocky Mountain Tea claimed to clear dullness and sharpen thinking. It mentions Elliots Pharmacy selling the product for 35 cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rocky Mountain Tea
Eliotts Pharmacy
Lion Emblem of Fortune in Chinese Folklore
Among Chinese superstitions there is a belief that the lion embodies good fortune. Hills or rocks resembling the lion have long drawn the attention of observers and travelers seeking luck.
Rural Route 1 correspondence notes local events
Mumps cases linger in the area while farmers plow corn. Charles McGaughey loses another hearse. David Harrison and son George visit nearby. Joseph Cash loses a fine cow to clover. Residents attend gatherings including a Lebanon horse show and Crown Hill Decoration exercises. Miss Lilla is celebrated at France residence with music and refreshments.
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David Harrison
George
Joseph Cash
J.R. Swain
John Wire
Kirklin
Kedol Dyspepsia Cure Praised by Arlington Resident
A Pitts, Arlington resident reports relief from stomach troubles after using Kodol Dyspepsia Cure. He says meals now stay down and he can enjoy breakfast with relish. The advertisement claims the product digests what you eat and offers strong relief.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pitts
Arlington
Tex
Elliott
Ice cream supper and local visits in Lebanon area
Miss Carrie Cox visits relatives in Lebanon this week and an ice cream supper is planned for Saturday night on the M E Church lawn with all invited. Community members attend church events and social gatherings including a Christian Endeavor gathering at Jasper Moore’s home and Decoration Night at the M F Church.
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Carrie Cox
Lebanon
Wm. Horton
Mary Johns
Wm. McCain
Frank Vickery
Ida Jones
Anna Rogers
Lillie Cook
Eva Pettijohn
Elwood
M. E
Lola McCain
Gary Moore
Mary Gilbert
Westfield
Christian Endeavor
Jasper Moore
Electric Hair Growth Comb Advertisement
Wanted men and women who want to make money and have money to give to sell Dr Whites Electric Comb. It saves hair and makes hair grow. It enables agents to get rich. Pat. Feb. 2, 799. Send 50 cents for one. D N Rose General Manager Decatur Wisconsin.
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Pat
D. N. Rose
Mgr
Decatur
Local Notes From Bakers Corner Community
CG. B. Jones visited the city on Monday. Miss Lizzie Reagan stays with Mrs. Anna Pickett. Marle Baker moved to work for a farmer near Roscoe. Arthur Baker went to the city last week and brought out an engine for Warren Pickett. Charlie Simmons and Dannie Grey, who work at Noblesville, spent Sunday at home.
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CG. B. Jones
Lizzie Reagan
Anna Pickett
Marle Baker
Roscoe
Arthur Baker
Warren Pickett
Charlie Simmons
Dannie Grey
Noblesville
Professor Steere Sent to Amazon for Fauna Exhibit
Professor J. H. Steere travels to the Amazon to collect regional fauna for the Pan American exposition. Specimens will be prepared on site rather than preserved in alcohol.
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Amazon Region
J. H. Steere
Amazon
Chamberlain Stomach and Liver Tablets Sample Offered
Callat C. KE. Elliott's drug store vets a free sample of Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets. The product is described as an elegant physic that improves appetite strengthens digestion and regulates the liver and bowels with easy effects.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Callat C. KE. Elliott
Chamberlain
Tipton County Line and Local Notes
Community tidbits from the Tipton County line include illness in the Ross family, farm improvements by Beam, visits to Cicero, corn sales to Sheridan, and church and memorial events in Ekin and Goldsmith. A plan to complete graveling a county line road links Sheridan and Kempton with local improvement efforts.
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Ekin
Goldsmith
Swereland
Tipton
California Letter from Maggie Bonnifield Reports 2800 Mile Journey
Maggie Bonnifield writes from Kern City California after a long train trip from Indiana. She describes arrival, housing, rent, and work, plus travel through Iowa Kansas Nebraska and across Colorado Utah Nevada to California. She notes scenery including Royal Gorge Donner Lake and the Sierra Nevada, meets a friend’s family, and sends best wishes to Sheridan.
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Kern City
Cal
Huron
Sheridan
Ind
Brothers and Sisters
Frank Williams
Gene’s
Paul
Wilber
Bill
Indiana
Will
Gene
Emma Quakenbush
Artie’s
Kern
Frank
Chicago
Depot
Iowa
Kansas
Nebraska
Des Moines
Royal Gorge
Arkansas River
Eagle R. Canon
Rosennia Falls
Seven Falls
Blue Canon
Grand Canon
Truckee
Utah
Great Salt Lake
Salt Lake City
Sierra Nevadas
Donner Lake
Sacramento
McKipley
Bakersfield
St. I. and
Maggie Bonnifield
Positive Cure in Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin
A brief testimonial ad touts Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin as a cure for stomach trouble. Advertising copy credits Sola by C. EH. Eliott and asserts a severe ailment is eased by the product.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Caldwell
C. EH. Eliott
The Celebrated Jewel Paints for Sale at Pearson Yard
A local notice announces the celebrated Jewel paints available for sale at Pearson's lumber yard.
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Pearson
Stops the Cough and Works off the Cold Claim
An old advertisement promotes Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets claiming to cure a cold in one day with no cure no pay and a price of 25 cents. The copy emphasizes stopping coughs and reducing cold symptoms.
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American Condensed Milk Co
Stevenson Building
Indianapolis, Ind
Zenobia
Palmyra
B. J. Kay
Saratoga
N.Y
Chas. McGaughey
Joseph Gifford
Indianapolis
Rh. EK. Padgett
Sam Gifford
Crown Hill
Elwood Griffith
Bert
Richard Moon
Walter Wood
Albert Stark
Nora Cook
Lizzie Gates
Bessie
Laura Fancher
Harvey
Mrs. France
Lilla
Horton
Arcadia
M. F
Margarete Aldred
Hortonites
Florton
Josie McCain
Clara Moore
Mamie Tingle
Addie Lines
Eva Moore
Josie Brock
Bea Gates
Zionsville
Chas Brock
Clora
Rosa Moore
Bakers Corner
Scott
Scott & Bowne
Pearl Street
Tipton County Line
Henry Ross
Beam
Sadie Straley
Cicero
Kassebaum
Ogle
Mrs. Spurgeo
Mrs. Ross
J. Wo. Shelby
Jas. Graham
James Osborn Ana
Fast Union Church
George Straley
John Henderson
P. W. Summers
Freddie
Ambia
Anna Wiles
Albert Sharp
Albert
Hon. Vanclere
Kin
Teter of Goldsmith
Union
Swoveland
Kempton
California
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