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Newspaper
Sheridan News
Location
Sheridan, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1901
Page
7
The Pan-American Exposition in Buffalo will feature a single building designed entirely by a woman. Miss Josephine Wright Chapman of Boston earned the honor for the structure representing New England, highlighting her notable architectural achievement.
Laxative Bromo Quin ine Tablets claim to cure a cold in one day with a no cure no pay offer priced at 25 cents.
The queen of Greece enjoyed a singular status because Emperor Alexander III of Russia named her an admiral of the Russian fleet for her great love of the sea. She is described as the only woman admiral in the world.
Ad claims general ill feeling backache and run down condition indicate a kidney disorder. It promotes Foley's Kidney Cure to restore strength by making the kidneys well and cautions to take no substitute. Sold by John Gifford.
Plans filed with the Boston board of health reveal a seven story brick structure to house horses. The equine hotel offers suites for three five and ten horses and living rooms for grooms. A wealthy syndicate backs the project aiming to house over 400 horses.
A humorous old ad urges men to stop balding and buy Dr White's Electric Comb. It claims hair will stay put and offers one device for 50 cents from N Rose Gen Mer Decatur Illinois.
William Woodard of Decatur Indiana says Foley's Kidney Cure cured years of kidney disease after trying four bottle sizes. He recommends it to others with kidney trouble. Sold by John Gitford.
The chafing dish, a historic culinary aid, was widely used at grand Roman feasts and has been found among Pompeii ruins. The pieces exhibit exquisite workmanship and show long standing popularity across nations.
B F Mouser a druggist in Chetopa Kansas declares his store offers the best sale of Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin C E Willott also endorses it claiming it cures constipation indigestion sick headache and stomach trouble.
A Bostonian long resident in Paris explains that French duelists use toy pistol sized revolvers with tiny bird-shot bullets. He notes a man could be peppered with a dozen shots and suffer little harm, accounting for the low injury rate in French duels.
An advertisement urging readers to use Dewitt's Little Early Risers to regulate bowels, claim added years to life and life to years, noting the pills are easy to take and do not gripe. Signed C. FE. Elliott.
Cat shows are recent, not older than about fifteen years, while dog shows date back at least 75 years. European galleries house hundreds of dog pictures, whereas only a few great artists have focused on cat imagery.
The ad from Cann Wampotp & Co Chicago promises the only war ranted clothing with money safe, inviting buyers to nearby towns while noting not sold here now and offering free facts. It emphasizes first mover advantage in CAHN-WAMPOLD line and urges customers to seek the dealer who can secure trade.
Martin Schron and Miss Emma Colin wed the day after meeting in Pittston Pennsylvania. They quarreled before noon and planned separation by sundown. Mutual friends reconciled them and the couple are now reunited and happy in Kansas City.
Mr James Brown of Portsmouth Virginia over sixty suffered long with a bad sore on his face. Physicians could not help him. De Witt’s Witch Hazel Salve cured him permanently. Elliott.
Cleveland's mayor elect Tom L Johnson, born in Kentucky, preserves strong southern ties. His daughter made her social debut in Louisville where she was presented to society.
Dr C D Warners Compound of Seven Cures advertised as a great cancer remedy and treatment for skin and blood diseases. Claims to cure contact secondary or hereditary blood poisoning.
A Buffalo resident circulated a tongue in cheek note inviting neighbors to dinner and whist on Tuesday with a twist in case of fire to meet at the Lenox at 7 30 sharp. The item reflects local humor amid recent fires in the district.
Fragmentary ad copy notes a quirky phrase about brains on a menu and a mountain tea item. Mentions 35¢ price and El liotu's Pharmacy. Language suggests a local newspaper blurb or ad line with scattered product references.
The state’s largest tree is a white oak located three miles north of Mickelton in Gloucester County. It stands 95 feet tall with a trunk diameter of 3 feet 10 inches above ground and a branch spread of 118 feet, dating before colonial settlement.
An old time advertisement promotes Dr B J Kay of Saratoga New York offering a free book and advice for kidney diseases back ache and other ailments with mail order options and druggist availability.
A traveler learning that he is about a mile from a desired point in Sweden would be wiser to hire a horse, for the distance to walk if he travels by foot is 11 700 yards according to the exchange.
Ira D Reckard of Duncombe Iowa reports his son suffered a knee to ankle scald. After using Banner Salve for three weeks the wound nearly healed. He recommends Banner Salve to families as a sure remedy for children sores. Sold by John Gifford.
Rural Route No 3 reports illness including Alya Boone and Bernard McKinzie with typhoid fever. Social visits include Cody with Aunt, Madge McKinzie with Emma Elder, and many callers at Kirklin, Elizaville, and Terhune. Local events note children's exercises and a Lebanon crowd, plus a promotion for Dr White's Electric Comb.
Corn looks well in the area and several farmers bought riding plows for summer corn. Mr. Owens delivered shoats to market. O D Wiles and Jim Bailey did business in Noblesville. A J Hines returned from Angola to resume home life. Community events include ice cream sales, church entertainments, and visits among neighbors. A barn fire destroyed Charley Roberts residence contents. cause unknown but suspected arson.
A W R C reunion edition praises national liberty and the flag, urging patriotism in children from sea to sea. It extols Decoration Day honors, unity, and service, urging women to teach love of country and to keep the union’s memory alive for generations.
An old advertisement touts a one day cure for colds using Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets. It claims all druggists refund the money if it fails and notes FE. W. Grave’s signature on each box with a 24 cent price.
In Jolietville Aunt Jane Richardson is very ill and William Richardson is not expected to live. Bertha Newcomer is dangerously ill with lung and stomach trouble. The community reports widespread sickness and a successful Children’s Day entertainment last Sabbath.
Mr W H Whedon of Winterset Iowa reports a carpenter he employed suffered diarrhoea and recovered after using Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy. He notes one dose cured him and he returned to work. For sale by C E Elliott. Huntington lime at Pearson's lumber yard.
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