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Newspaper
Townsend Messenger
Location
Townsend, Montana, United States of America
Date
Apr 07, 1898
Page
4
Mary Saint of Jobstown New Jersey writes Mrs Pinkham praising her recovery from nervous prostration and general debility after using the advertised compound. She reports long sleepless nights headaches and back pain but says two bottles cured her and urges other women to try the medicine.
London April 3 The queen regent of Spain sends an autograph letter to Queen Victoria begging for help. Queen Maria Christina asks Victoria to urge Britain to back Austria and France in seeking European mediation. The British response was a copied note to Lord Salisbury and no policy shift. England will not back Spanish rule in Cuba and may recognize Cuban independence once the United States does.
The navy department reports the Carlos V delayed from sailing to Ferrol to wait for French machinists. Seven machinists joined and the vessel departed. The note confirms Spain’s shortage of warship machinists and its search in France. Even staunch free-trade opponents now favor protected cruisers.
A Madrid interview with a high Spanish dignitary clarifies papal involvement in seeking peace. He notes no papal telegrams, explains Spain’s concession as compatible with its honor, and lists Spain’s naval forces and ships surrounding the island as a factor in pressuring for peace.
In the House Mr. Cannon sought to suspend the rules to pass a joint resolution for fortifications on private property, but unanimous consent was refused. Bailey urged full disclosure of administration plans, while Williams and Lentz pushed differing foreign policy aims. In the Senate Cuban questions dominated, with debates on independence, the Maine incident, and consular notes, followed by sundry civil appropriations. London notes Oxford gambling and Butte reports a hospital death by self harm.
The article urges using St Jacob’s Oil to prevent and relieve rheumatism during pleasant spring weather. It cites widespread testimony and claims long use as a cure. It also notes six rear admirals in active service and unfilled naval ranks under Secretary Long.
Dr Samuel Pitcher of Hyannis Massachusetts declares exclusive use of PITCHERS CASTORIA and the signature of CHAS H FLETCHER on wrappers. He states the original Castoria has been used for over thirty years and only The Centaur Company may use his name. March 8 297. The navy’s biggest guns are 49 feet long and weigh about 135500 pounds.
A dated advertisement touts Hall's Catarrh Cure with a one hundred dollar reward for incurable cases. It presents testimonials from druggists and associates and notes internal use to affect blood and mucous surfaces. Also mentions Hall's Family Pills and an unrelated remark on British regimental battle banners.
An advertisement extols Allen's Foot-Fase powder as a universal remedy for painful feet including bunions chilblains and sweating. It promises quick relief for tight shoes and claims thousands of testimonials. Available in stores or by mail for 25 cents with free trial package offer.
A wide array of dispatches reports Spanish agents buying 600 mules in Kansas City for their government. New Jersey militia on war footing is advancing. Autro-Hungary may sell a war vessel to Spain. Garibaldians might be sent to Cuba if funded by the United States. Bellevue hospital doctors volunteer for war service. Moonshiners arrested in New York. Various remarks on France China and the coming conflict with Spain. Public notices include taxation debates in St. Louis and a New Jersey saloon ban near churches.
Waco reports editor W C Brann of Leonc elust and Captain M T Davis die after a revolver duel on South Fourth Street in front of the Cotton Belt ticket office. Both were shot through the lungs and arms as onlookers prepared for city election events. Meanwhile New Bedford foresees a strike settlement by April 11 with cash-only sales by grocers and marketmen backed by wholesalers.
An advertisement urges readers to compare Alabastine with other kalso mines noting Alabastine is a durable wall coating. The ad stresses покупки that the product is in properly labeled packages and distinct from competing brands.
Topeka Kansas April 4. The Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe railroad received orders to move the Eleventh United States Infantry seven officers and 154 men from Whipple Barracks Arizona and the Fifteenth Infantry six officers and 237 men from Fort Apache Arizona to Jefferson Barracks Missouri.
Washington reports the bill for buying the Danish islands will not be pressed further as it could not pass before long debate. It has been practically withdrawn by its supporters.
Wholesale prices for grains and produce listed with country points and city quotes. Includes wheat oats rye flour hay eggs wool butter cheese vegetables poultry meats and metals with regional figures from Spokane San Francisco Portland and Tacoma dated April 4 and March 28 to April 4.
General John M. Schofield takes charge of the National Volunteer reserve with aim to quickly raise a 1,000,000 strong standing army. Key officers include Generals Dodge Cook Cannon Miles Alger and others. Armor plates undergo tests with heavy projectiles as militia readiness is set for 24 hour response.
The monitor Monadnock departed San Francisco on April 4 for Mare Island where she will dock, receive drydock services, and be stocked with new stores and ample ammunition.
The war department in Washington has urged Governor Tanner to ready the naval reserves. The governor has issued orders aimed at promoting comfort for others as a means to encourage the public good.
A newspaper feature extols Alabastine as a durable cement like coating for walls and ceilings. It contrasts it with traditional glue based paint and wet wall coverings, claiming easy retinting and renewal without scraping. It highlights health benefits from cleaner walls and argues wall paper removal costs justify using Alabastine.
The Alabastine Company asserts patent protection on wall coatings mixed with cold water and warns dealers face damages suits for selling imitations. Alabartine Co., Craw Rapids, Mick, is named in connection with the infringement claim.
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