17 Dec 1896
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Newspaper
Silver State
Location
Winnemucca, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Dec 17, 1896
Page
1
The clipping references the General Election held Tuesday November 3 1896 with scattered numbers and notes. Winnemucca Nevada is named, implying a local tally or ballot fragment amid OCR garble. It preserves the place and date while lacking a clear outcome or candidate names.
A vintage advertisement extols Syrup of Figs as a gentle, effective laxative from the California Fig Syrup Co. It claims many illnesses stem from constipation and promises internal cleanliness without weakening the body. Emphasizes buying only the genuine article from reputable druggists.
Makers sold and baggage checked through to eastern points. Travelers insurance tickets word. H. Kitto, agent.
The advertisement claims Chamberlain's Eye Ointment soothes intense itching from eczema and other skin diseases and is effective for itching piles and sore nipples. It notes frequent cures and lists uses for frost bites and chronic sore eyes, priced at 25 cents per box, with Dr. Cady's Condition Powders also recommended.
A historic notice outlines subscriber duties and penalties for nonpayment and noncollection. It states that continuing subscribers are presumed, publishers may bill until arrears are paid, and failure to claim papers risks fraud charges. It warns about changing addresses without notifying and arrest potential for nonpayment.
An advertisement states Sam plans a robbing business with better goods for less, offering whisky by the gallon, cigars in bulk, mineral water cheap, bitters of all kinds, table wine, and Pabst Beer by bottle or barrel.
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