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Newspaper
The Jefferson County Record
Location
Diller, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Nov 19, 1897
Page
2
J W Sutton and Alex Ballard are recovering from illnesses as Ellis, G H T, and others are noted in Jefferson County records. The notice mentions a small safe pill and DeWitt's for constipation and headache. The entry reflects a local business and health update from November 19, 1897.
Woody Denney moved into town and occupies Penas residence on Lavelle Street. Miller Bros blacksmiths shipped nearly a car load of old iron to the Demps at Beatrice. Wanted: Agents to sell toilet articles in all parts of the United States. For details address Go and investigate the Wilcon improved air tight wood heater at J D Fanders before buying a heating stove.
Dr. A. C. Ames, whose parents live nearby, stood as a fusion candidate for coroner in Thayer county but was defeated.
J M Thirlwead of Grosbeck Texas says he uses DeWitt's Little Risers to cure indigestion and feeling poorly, taking two at night and waking well next morning. He claims thousands do the same. J W Sutton signs the piece.
Steele Davis of Beatrice son of Dr M Davis and father of Mrs Sebolt Senior spent several days this week visiting in iller.
An advertising note urges coughs and colds sufferers to use One Minute Cough Care as a safe infallible remedy for coughs colds croup and long trouble attributed to J W Sutton in the periodical notice.
A fragmented notice describes a jeweler named Frep Evans advertising timepieces and prices. The readable fragments reference a time window and timing for business offerings, implying a sale or display of clocks and jewelry.
A testimonial from W. H. Norton of Sutter Creek California credits a cold remedy with curing his persistent cough. He urges friends with similar ailments to try it and expresses confidence in its benefits. Sold by J. W. Atcon.
J. B. Zook of this city is among a dozen or more applicants for deputy sheriff under Sheriff-elect Bonowitz. Mr. Zook is deemed worthy and his many county friends would be pleased to see him appointed.
Two men arrested Sunday afternoon at Fairtory tried a skeleton key on the rear door of Steele's furniture store. They were jailed briefly then freed themselves by opening the jail lock. After a chase they fled into timber along the river.
County commissioners adjourned at their last meeting until December first. A revival series will start next Monday evening in the Mandeville schoolhouse. Golden City attorney P G Beat reports relief from piles after one Beggs German Salve box, sold by Dittee Dave Co. Walter Raitzel, an engine operator from Wymore, visited his wife and relatives Monday and returned to work Tuesday noon. Mr and Mrs Reitzel plan to move to a house in Wymore next month.
Isaac Sechler leads a company active in the state oilfields after striking a new oil well. The venture is described as promising and potentially profitable for the firm and its investors.
J C Berry, famed local figure, reports recovery from severe piles using DeWitt Witeknel. He endorses the product as the only cure that worked and offers to verify his statement to interested readers. J W Sutton confirms Berry’s account.
Jacob W. Henriche expresses heartfelt thanks to all who offered services during his son W. A. Henriche's death and burial. He especially appreciates the Dillernet Band for the assistance rendered.
Readers indicate they rely on the paper to reveal notable events and changes. If an item is not in print, they assume no public knowledge exists about it.
A reader reports weeks of bilious colic and stomach pains eased by using Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhea Remedy. The remedy cured her and she recommends it to others prone to bilious colic. Sold by J W Sutton.
Burlington Route announces a sixteen page Klondike Folder with answers to costs, timing, gear, mining locations, production, labor supply and wages. Includes an up to date Alaska Klondike map. Available free at Burlington Route offices or by sending four cents to J Francis Omaha Neb.
Relatives of Mr and Mrs William Keckley from near Wymore were visiting in Diller last Sunday.
Fragmentary text from a historical paper mentions Department, Bodenvé, and Domini with no clear event or names to anchor a summary.
A G Keys and daughter Mrs Cook stayed last Saturday in Diller hosted by daughter and sister Mrs P W Price and family. Rundee Kansas resident I Gunde writes praise for a cough syrup curing his three month old granddaughter’s croup after other remedies failed. Sold by Ditres Daveo.
The article highlights J. W. Sutton's north window display featuring large and small lamps, including several suitable for Christmas gifts. Prices are described as very moderate, ensuring shoppers can find a lamp that fits both style and budget.
Alonzo Snyder left on the noon train to Missouri after learning his father William Snyder is dangerously ill with bladder inflammation and not expected to recover. The elder Snyder was well known in Diller, having lived there until about a year ago, and this is Lon’s first trip back in fifteen years.
J A Johnson of Lynn Center Michigan praises Chamberlain's Cough Remedy after his three year old son suffered a severe croup attack. Johnson, a local drug dealer, says the medicine saved the child's life and is superior to other treatments. Sold by J W Sutton.
The Fairbury Gazette reports three major purchases by General Bills adding wealth and new residents. Martin Smith buys the DeFrance farm, 120 acres near Fairbury. Wm H Longenaker acquires the Hawkes place, 820 acres near Endicott. George Chaloupka buys eighty acres east of Reynolds. Additional sales include a Missouri buyer purchasing farmland near Walter Notter and an Iowa buyer 210 acres east of Endicott for a sheep ranch.
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