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Newspaper
The Dakota Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Aug 31, 1893
Page
7
An advertisement extols Syrup of Figs as a pure liquid laxative with gentle action on kidneys liver and bowels. It claims cleansing effects, relief from colds headaches fevers and constipation and notes sales in 50 cent and one dollar bottles by the California Fig Syrup Co. only with the product name printed on every package.
St. Paul August 28 Mohler appoints J D Farrell to relieve Cornelius Shields as assistant general superintendent of the western division. The general superintendent post for the western division has been abolished.
Waupaca Wisconsin August 28 ex assemblyman A R Lea was arrested at the instance of John J Sturtevant editor of the Waupaca Post for assault and battery caused by a Post article. He was taken to Clintonville for examination and the case was continued until Monday.
In Carprewa Fats Wisconsin on August 28 the first arrest after Seymour's bank closing occurred. Assistant cashier John R. Maximer was arrested on a warrant by Joseph Meloney charging him with taking a bank check for 766.97 for collection while knowing the bank was insolvent.
New York August 28 The state Democratic committee met in session and decided at a preliminary conference that the state convention will be held at Syracuse on October 5.
In Madison Minnesota on August 28 Frank Howels and Hans Westby both about 15 hunted together. Westby accidentally shot Howels in the chest and he died instantly.
Jefferson Wisconsin August 28 Carl Nadler a prosperous farmer of Oakland near this city was killed on his farm when a loaded wagon passed over his body. The accident occurred on a farm road close to Nadler’s residence leaving investigators piecing together how the mishap happened.
An advertisement touts Hood's Sarsaparilla as a purifier and strengthener for blood, nerves, and digestion. It urges continuous use after meals for a month or two, claiming thousands of cures and urging readers to try the product.
A humorous verse traces a girl from illness to motherhood with Castoria referenced as a cure and companion through stages of life. The fragment hints at nostalgia and the product’s cultural presence across generations.
Historical print ad fragment urging parents to use Pitc' s Castoria for infants and children. The copy repeats Castoria branding and emphasizes a pediatric remedy marketed as a gentle stomach and teething aid.
Aug 28 report covers Mr. Reed of Maine arguing for unconditional repeal of the Sherman Act. He cites currency hoarding, calls banks a mainstay, urges repeal to draw foreign capital, and contrasts Republican finance principles with Democratic plans. Other lawmakers like Dearmond and Cochran also speak on repeal.
A strong flow of petroleum was struck three miles northwest of Nroposma Kansas on August 28. The well is described as strong as any west of the Mississippi.
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