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Newspaper
The Alma Record
Location
Alma, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Sep 12, 1902
Page
7
Advertises Humphreys Witch Hazel Ointment for piles hemorrhoids with external internal blind or bleeding fissures and fistulas. Claims immediate relief and certain cure. Mentions pricing three bites and prepaid Bobby p sent, medicine company based in New York.
Vital weakness and prostra on from overwork and other causes advertised as Humphreys Homeopathic Specific No. 28 in use over 40 years. Claims it the only successful remedy at $1 per vial or $3 for a special package. Sold by druggists or prepaid on receipt. Harmshreys Med Co. William and John Stay New. Sold to S Webb Alma Mich.
The eruption of Mount Pelée devastates Martinique causing massive loss of life as molten rock and pyroclastic flows sweep across towns. Relentless shock waves and rising death tolls prompt emergency evacuations and widespread panic among survivors.
Whitehead of Kennedale Texas reports distress in head back and stomach and loss of appetite. After using Dr King's New Pills from Sharrar & Ilants Drug Store he says the pain subsided and digestion improved.
An apparent advertisement argues that daily confinement harms health and liver function, urging root-cause treatment with Dr PierceGolden Medical Discovery. It touts liver regulation, stomach strengthening, and blood purification, cites testimonials, and offers a medical adviser book via mail order from Buffalo New York.
Fragmented OCR report mentions multiple events: deaths from a fall near a river, a fatal injury on a riverbank, ironworks construction, wheat yields record, a Lansing directory completion, and the death of Captain Tyler Morley aged 63. The items cover coast to midwest regions, rail work, and agriculture with several unnamed individuals and places.
Philadelphia dispatch reports a widespread labor dispute affecting the Kanawha and New River region. The Solaniners strike involves about 15.6 million tons of ore, with miners protesting conditions and paying. some workers are resuming normal duties while talks stall. Conflicting expectations say the fight could extend beyond September despite initial hopes for a swift settlement.
Fragmented OCR text reports early returns from Maine showing Republicans leading in several districts. Mentions possible reelection of Congressmen and the political landscape for U S Senate and House races. Names and places are garbled, but the piece centers on election outcomes and party strength.
Fragmented report describes Allied actions against Moros on Mindanao with references to commanders Chaffee Sumner and pilots. It notes ongoing attacks, movements at sea, and warnings of political shifts. The text also mentions a fire at a residence district, a restaurant fire loss, and unrelated domestic notices in London and Washington.
An old advertising notice promotes a vegetable antiseptic product named Piles Clean and cooling for eruptions eczema old sores itching dandruff scalds and barn conditions. It promises quick relief and includes quantities of 4 ts with guaranteed Wor Sale by Sharrar Mulholland and Alina Mich.
Police report a poisoning by mail involving a suspect named Kerekas connected to a syringe toxin case aimed at Merritt of Syringe Lymeine. The mailing to a Lowell resident led to a death and an arrest, with inquest partials detailing the package and the alleged intent.
The article reports on a pending treaty with Cul will be negotiated by Secretary Hay and discusses postwar governance and sovereignty adjustments. It notes veterans' activities in Washington and mentions public notices and local concerns. A medical ad for Kodol follows, claiming cures for indigestion and dyspepsia with testimonials.
A fragmented list of medical claims and testimonials endorses Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets Foley's Honey and Tar and Poley's Kidney Care, attributed to Sharrar & Mulholland and other local shops. The text markets relief for stomach dyspepsia constipation and lung issues with brief editor testimonials and consumer notes across multiple brands and sellers.
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