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Newspaper
Townsend Messenger
Location
Townsend, Montana, United States of America
Date
Nov 29, 1900
Page
8
The item advertises Kemp's Balsam for the throat and lungs with free trials at druggists including Dunbar Drug Co. It also notes Chilean coal mines opened in 1855, offering clean underwater tunnels and electric car rides under the Pacific, with a 1000 ton daily output and 750 miners.
A New York physician warns that alcohol stimulates heart and circulation like exercise and can hasten reactions when wheeling a chair. He adds long rides after meals hinder heart action and respiration, while a foreigner questions political terms for a book on American institutions referencing rings and control in offices.
The Lofting family in England reflects on the origin of the thimble as a handy needle aid. John Lofting is credited with early London thimble production around 200 years ago, making iron or brass versions that grew into a valued trade. Today thimbles vary from solid gold to pearl and celluloid, with custom monograms and diamond settings common among wealthy needleworkers.
An 18th century Aragon oath declares allegiance to a king only if rights are preserved, while a European statistician reports 55 percent of blonds marry and 70 percent of their brunette sisters wed.
An old advertisement touts Lane's Medicine as a pleasant herbal tea like remedy that acts gently on the stomach liver and kidneys. It claims daily bowel movement and lists a price of 2 shillings and 50 cents with Dunhar Drug Co as the seller.
The notice pledges fast, reliable service with prompt telephone orders and precision in following instructions. It touts plentiful driving animals and assurance of safe, speedy fulfillment of client requests.
A wealthy woman cured of deafness gave $10,000 to Dr Nicholson's Institute in New York to fund free artificial ear drums for deaf people who cannot afford them. The Nicholson Institute at 780 Eighth Avenue is the beneficiary, supporting access to hearing aid devices.
Cold sufferers a sample bottle of Beechees German Syrup will be given free at the Drug Co. to demonstrate its claimed throat and lung remedy benefits. One bottle per person, not given to children without parental order. The advertiser touts widespread physician endorsement and world sales.
Prominent Rev Ira R Hicks foresees severe weather in his annual Almanac and notes Galveston disaster fulfilled the Gulf coast warning. The 1901 Almanac, nearly two hundred pages with charts and engravings, is sent as a premium to WORD AND WORKS subscribers for one dollar per year.
Professor Houton touts Green's August Flower as the best remedy for dyspepsia liver and stomach derangements and constipation based on ten years of world travel. He notes it helps tourists and office workers with headaches from irregular habits and says sample bottles are free at Dunbar Drug Co. Sold by dealers in all civilized countries.
SICK HEADACHES. The curse of overworked woman kind, are quickly and surely cured by Karl's Clover Root Tea the great block purifier and tissue builder Money refunded if not satisfactory Price 25 cts and 50 cts Matthew's Pharmacy.
An advertisement touts Shiloh as a universal remedy for coughs colds and early consumption with decades of use worldwide. It promises refunds if unsatisfied and lists prices of 25 cents 50 cents and one dollar from Matthew's Pharmacy.
The bottle bears a guarantee promising a refund if two thirds are used and no benefit is found. The label lists prices of 25 cents 50 cents and 1.00. Matthews Pharmacy is listed as the seller.
A sensational claim touts Shiloh's Cough and Consumption Cure as magical for croup. Advertises immediate relief for children with a price of 25 cents to 1.00 dollar, urging mothers to act quickly to protect their youngsters.
Ranch for sale known as Shelly Pinch situated about four miles from pond. Contains four acres or more with alfalfa and water rights. Terms are reasonable and the price is low. Seller states acreage and water access are included.
Property offers 360 acres suitable for farming with all implements, fenced and ready for work. Land includes ample range for cattle and is well watered. suitable for sheep ranching with reasonable terms. Apply to the seller at the stated county contact.
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