Jefferson Co. Record notices and local chatter
Local notes report on weather hints of frost coming, various county tidbits, purchases, and visits. J P London bought a new buggy and harness. W C S T A holds meetings on the 1st and 3rd Saturdays. H E Green and J W Fouts traveled to Fairbury. Diller harness shop advertises shawl straps and leather suspenders. W 58 Diller of Fairbury visited local family. A newborn girl to Mr and Mrs J B Zook. W T Williams of Boughton Arkansas reports relief from constipation after Beggs Little Giant Pills, sold by Dissee Dave Co. Relatives of Mrs Ommen visit, return to Missouri. J B Fanders advertises Majestic wrought steel range as best value.
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J. P. London
W.c.st. A
H. E. Green
J. W. Fouts
Fairbury
W. T. Williams
Boughton, Ark
Dissee Dave Co
Witch Hazel Salve Promoted As Pile Cure
An advertisement claims Ruasning sores indolent ulcers and similar troubles from one ware stand ing may be cured by using it s Witch Hasel Salve. It soothes strengthens and tests and is described as the great pile cure by J. W. Sutton.
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J. W. Sutton
Gifford Builds Brick Walk Around Drug Store
Doc Gifford is laying a brick walk around his drug store building this week and has placed many fine stones along the path near his shop.
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Doc. Gifford
Bicyclists Beat Friend Promptly in Emergency Aid
A notice praises a topical remedy by W. Sutton for quick relief of cuts and skin conditions. The claim highlights use during emergencies and on injuries among bicyclists.
Pumpkin prank at editor’s gate prompts curious spread
A fragmented note describes Uncle George Mills placing a pumpkin at a newspaper editor’s gate on a Wednesday. The text mentions selling produce, a headache, and requests for a color map from Hamilton Pub. It references Klondyke and Abask and hints at a price for information.
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George Mills
Hamilton Pub
Ind
Christ Kappa! Arrives From Meredecia for Farm Crib Building
Christ Kappa and his brother Conrad operate a hardware and implement business with plans to build more cribs for the farm share of the corp raised on their land west of town. They will hold both last year’s corp and this year’s crop through next spring seeking a higher price.
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Christ Kappa
Meredecia
Lil
Conrad
Corp
Educate Your Bowels With Cascarets
Censy Cathartic advertised as a cure all with a money back guarantee through druggists in case of failure. The jingle promises lifelong relief and urges readers to trust Cascarets for bowel health.
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C. C.C
F D Carr Builds New Double Corn Crib and Wagon Shed
F D Carr is erecting a double corn crib and wagon shed. If you need spectacles visit Fred Evans the jeweler at Diller. he will fit you with correct ones.
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F. D. Carr
Fred Evans
Diller
Beggs German Salve Cures Piles Claim By Leading Missouri Lawyer
P. G. Essex of Golden City Missouri says years of suffering from blind itching and breeding piles were cured by one box of Beggs German Salve. Sold by Dituee Diva Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
P. G. Essex
Golden City, Mo
Dituee Diva Cd
Mrs Olive Reivel and Erva Clark Return From Waterville Visit
Mrs Olive Reivel and Mrs Erva Clark came back early in the week after visiting friends at Waterville Kao.
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Olive Reivel
Erva Clark
Waterville
Kao
No-To-Bac Quit tobacco remedy advertisement
Classic early 20th century promotional copy touts No-To-Bac as a simple, life enhancing cure for tobacco dependence. Claims of magnetism vigor and guaranteed results accompany a free booklet and sample offer from Sterling Remedy Co in Chicago or New York.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sterling Remedy Co
Chicago
New York
Captain Andrews Wins Republican County Treasurer Vote
Capt Andrews proved popular at the convention and is set to receive the full Republican vote and be elected county treasurer.
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Capt. Andrews
Pain relief guidance from a 19th century remedy
A chest pain warning signals pneumoniasis risk. Apply damp flannel with Chamberlain's Pain Ink over the chest and another between the shoulders for prompt relief. Sold by J. W. Sutton, druggist.
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J. W. Sutton
Miller Favored for County Sheriff by Republicans
F L Miller the Republican nominee for county sheriff will win strong party support and receive votes from other parties. He is expected to be the next sheriff.
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F. L. Miller
Mr. Miller
Republicans nominate Capt. Andrews for county treasurer
The Republicans nominate Capt. Andrews of Steele City to oppose Sam Bailey for county treasurer. Voters will decide the outcome.
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Sam Bailey
Capt. Andrews
Steele City
Studebaker Wagons Arriving Soon For Low Prices
A car load of Studebaker wagons will reach town in a few days. They are worth more than the average wagon but can be sold for little more. J. P. Lows & Son promote quality over price. An editor recovered from a severe cold after using a medicine, claiming a speedy cure and recommending the remedy for coughs and colds. The 25 cent paste is sold by S. W. Sutton, druggist.
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Studebaker
J. P. Lows & Son
Real
Evangelist Redding Draws Large Crowds at Tabernacle
Evangelist Redding’s meetings draw six to eight hundred attendees each evening in the big tabernacle, with about twelve hundred present on Sunday evening last. His distinct storytelling style captivates listeners and seems to sustain a growing religious awakening as the meetings continue through Sunday.
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Evangelist Redding
Big Tabernacle
Trom
Redling
District Court Session Held At Fairbury This Week
A one hour district court session was held this week in Fairbury under local jurisdiction. Proceedings focused on routine matters and case management with no major decisions reported.
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Cou J
Fairbury
A. O. U. W. Club Sees Narrow Win. D of H Quiets
The A. O. U. W. secures a single victory while the D of H reports no wins. Readiness and roster notes hint at upcoming contests as clubs vie for standings.
Elegant five of plush lap robes at Diller harness shop
A refined line of plush and fur lap robes arrives at the Diller harness shop, adding luxury to the shop's offerings. The entry highlights the store's upscale inventory and design focus for winter warmth.
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Diller Harness Shop
Beggs' Little Giant Pills Promoted for Multiple Ailments
The advertisement touts Beggs' Little Giant Pills as the richest Klondike find, claiming cures for constipation sick headaches and biliousness and relief from various disorders. Sold by Critex Dave Co.
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Klondike
Crtiex Dave Co
Chine for County Clerk Doors Open in Republican Appeal
There is not a better qualified man for county clerk in the county than E. L. Chine. He should receive the vote of every Republican.
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E. L. Chine
Perfection Poultry Mixture Ad Promises Egg Boom
An offering seeks map with rig to introduce Perfection Poultry Mixture claiming it makes the greatest egg producer on earth. Reference required, address with stamp to Perfection Mfg. Co. Parsons Kansas.
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Perfection Mfg. Co
Parsons
Kansas
Fairbury Nominating Ticket Urges Uphold Ballot Unity
A Fairbury gathering last Saturday backed the ticket urging straight party work and rejected vote swapping. They urged supporters to stand by the slate and resist any manipulation of the vote.
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Fairbury
Barrel of apples sent to Louie Raymond from Missouri
Louie Raymond received a barrel of choice eating apples this week sent by his old friend C. A. Leaper, formerly a resident of this town.
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Louie Raymond
Missouri
C. A. Leaper
Beggs' German Salve Cures Severe Itching Sores
Mrs. Emmly Foren of Eldora Hardin County Iowa reports complete relief from burning itching and scrofula sores after using Beggs German Salve sold by the Dituse Dave Co. The letter praises the product as entirely curing her condition.
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Emmly Foren
Eldora
Hardin Co
Iowa
Dituse Dave Co
Diller public schools September report details attendance and pupils
High school shows 41 pupils enrolled with 38 average daily attendance and 18 non resident tuition payers. Intermediate enroll 47 with 41 average attendance and listed non tardy pupils. Primary enroll 51 with 46 average attendance and names of pupils who were not absent. Report also notes Dist No 60 data for Oct 1 1897 with 23 pupils and 20 average attendance.
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Diller
E.G. Bixby
Alva Cavet
Fannie Carr
Dan Fry
John Hayworth
Arthur Pitts
Maud Sears
Wess. Haover
Frank Lowe
Bert Moreland
Roy Nelson
Zella Pearce
Nellie Sears
Ollie Zook
E. BE. Bower
Ethel Jeffryes
Nona Deck
Quinter Fry
Winnie Tinstman
Pink Clark
Winnie Bodell
Flossie Raymond
Willie _Tinstman
Bert Clark
Eunice Lightner
Clinton Tinstman
Gertrude Leock
Beckie Diller
Charley Diller
B LaForest Raymond
Breraz Patterson
Russell Bodell
Boggs
Fred Diller
Della Fanders
Reneldie Fanders
Merl Jordan
Tie Loock
Lucile Miller
Minnie Pearce
Leona Raymond
Volney Raymond
James Stoltz
Elsie Tinatman
Forest Tinstiso
Schook Dist
Totel
Chas Osporn
Misa Susan Rannall Returns from Reynolds Visit
Misa Susan Rannall has returned today from a several days visit with friends at Reynolds.
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Misa Susan Rannall
Reynolds
Greco Endorses Beggs Cherry Syrup For Child Croup
J H Greco of Nundee Kay writes his daughter suffered chronic croup since infancy. He praises Beggs Cherry Syrup as unhurried relief and claims it cured her. Sold by Duttst Deve Co.
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J. H. Greco
Nundee; Kay
Duttst Deve Co
Jefferson County Republicans Hold Fairbury Convention Nominees
Jefferson county Republicans met in Fairbury last Saturday with full delegation and large turnout. Delegates selected Geo E Jenkins as chair and C W Clarvey as secretary as the temporary body became permanent. Balloting named E L Cline for county clerk, Cap Andrews for treasurer, C C Boyle for county judge, Prof C R Atkinson for county superintendent, and F L Miller as sheriff with cross and Wyatt as other candidates. Miller won a majority on the final ballot. Candidates for coroner and county commissioner were also nominated.
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Jefferson County
Fairbury
Geo. E. Jenkins
C. W. Clarvey
BE. H. Hinshaw
Peter Jansen
L. Fowler
W.H. Barry
J. O. Cramb
E. L. Cline
Lenny Challis
Cline
Challis
Geo. Brittain
Ed. B. Cowles
A. J. King
G. B. Murry
Wm. Firebaugh
Cap. Andrews
C. C. Boyle
C. R. Atkinson
Victor McLucas
J. A. Axtell
Atkinson
Alross
Chas. Wyatt
F. L. Miller
Cross
Wyatt
Mile
Wyatt Miller
Cross ___ Wyatt
Miller
Dr. Grebe
Jansen
N. E. Davis
John Nider
Jefferson Court
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Jefferson Co. Record
J. B. Zook
J. B. Fanders
Zomiaee
Witc
Studebaker Wagons
A. O
U. W
Republican County Convention
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