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Newspaper
The Chanute Times
Location
Chanute, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1900
Page
5
An old advertisement touts Boschee’s German Syrup as a universal remedy for coughs throat and lung diseases. It claims the product heals inflamed tissue aids expectoration relieves pain and promotes restful sleep. Sold by G. P. Wilder and available worldwide through druggists.
Chanute residents and visitors mark Christmas with travel, visits, and gatherings. Notables include Henry Fickinger, Lapham, Miss Tewlah Stewart, Chas McCune, Herman Squires, Mr and Mrs Frisby, Dr and Mrs Light, Joe Rosenthal, Lois Thomas, Elmer Ashcraft, and many others spending the holidays in Chanute, nearby towns, or en route. A college student list from Chanute and area showcases attendees at State Normal and Kansas University.
An early advertisement touts Grove's Tasteless Child Tonic noting the label plainly shows Tran and Quinine in a tasteless formula. The copy promises “No cure—no pay” with a 50 cent price.
A correction clarifies that Oscar (Collings) did not disappear or choke his wife as a correspondent alleged. Collins says he was not away and did not choke his wife, though he jokes about choking the correspondent. The note dismisses sensational claims without foundation and urges accurate country news. Also includes brief ads for Tabler's Buckeye Pile Ointment, watch repairs, malaria treatment, heating stoves, and Ballard's Snow Liniment.
A thirty day promo offers premiums for new subscribers. Two subscriptions yield a $1.50 fountain pen, three give a coral bead ring valued at 3.00, and five earn a solid gold band ring valued at 4.50. See Conklin's Jewelry Wor and Hysing ver Rosenthal exhibits for details.
Local column laments the departure of Mrs. Ted Colman a noted lady barber. It mocks rivals and jokes about shaving habits while warning about health with a promotional tone for Herbine priced at 50 cents from G. P. Wilder.
On the day before Christmas Uncle Jimmie and Mrs Justice celebrated Mr Justice's eightieth birthday with a large family dinner. The couple live in a cottage. Mrs Justice does housework and sewing while Mr Justice works daily on the shop claiming to be the youngest on the force. A library club is proposed offering standard publications for 1.00 for two years.
A Chanute Kansas post office notice lists uncalled reccers including Garpinn Olle Kilpatrick Kloster Mrs Robinos Christon Lampoon and William. Advertised letters must be claimed within two weeks from December 28 1900 or be sent to the dead letter office. Also contains a patent remedy advertisement for Ballards Horebound Syrup with price two levels and travel notices for Sensi Weekly Excursions and Katy’s agent.
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