26 Dec 1896
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Newspaper
Silver State
Location
Winnemucca, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1896
Page
1
An advertisement extolls Syrup of Figs as a pleasant laxative that cleanses the system without weakening organs. It claims constipated ailments stem from the body, notes its manufacture by the California Fig Syrup Co, and urges buying only from reputable druggists for health.
Ocket sales and baggage processed through to eastern points. Travelers insurance tickets sold. H. Kitto serves as agent.
The advertisement touts Chamberlains Eye and Skin Ointment as a cure for eczema tetter salt rheum and other skin diseases with instant relief from itching and smarting and claims many bad cases are permanently cured. It also promotes use for itching piles sore nipples chapped hands chilblains frost bites and chronic sore eyes sold by druggists at 25 cents per box. Dr Cadys Condition Powders are listed as a tonic blood purifier and vermifuge.
At the general election held Tuesday November 3 1896 voters cast ballots across Nevada for state offices and congressional contests. Official tallies document county results, statewide totals, and key results in a historic late 19th century election.
A dated notice outlines subscription obligations including continuing unless stopped, payment of arrears, responsibility for unpicked papers, address changes, and fraud risk. It warns publishers may arrest for fraud under postal laws if papers are taken and not paid.
Union Pacific promotes fast service from Winnemucca to the East with daily 2 15 p m departures. Chicago in 61 14 hours, St Louis 61 hours, Omaha 46 45 hours, St Paul 61 hours, Denver 38 hours. Through Pullman and chair cars, dining, library and smoking services listed. For details contact H Kitto, agent Winnemucca, or D F Burley, Union Pacific Salt Lake.
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