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Newspaper
Unionville Republican
Location
Unionville, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Aug 12, 1908
Page
6
Amos Martin, claimed as the world’s oldest soldier, died at his home in New Castle Pennsylvania last week at age 110. A veteran of the War of 1812 the Mexican War and the Civil War he was wounded once by a minie ball through the head at the second battle of Bull Run.
In Zanesville Mrs Mary Lee credits Dr Kings New Discovery for her husbands recovery from severe lung issues. The Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul depot in Chillicothe saw a night burglary stealing 70 in valuables. Milan building fire causes 1004 loss. Gringo Laxative claims a money back guarantee for digestion relief. Noah Martin notes these items in a crowded rural news page.
The biggest reception in the country is planned for the American Olympic champions when they arrive in New York on August 23. America is proud of these honors and awaits the team’s homecoming with enthusiasm.
A detailed sale advertisement lists stock including horses two ponies a mare yearlings cows sows and a Jersey heifer along with farm implements and household items. Terms offer 12 months credit over 25 with eight percent interest or cash discounts eight percent. property to remain until terms met. Lunch served by Geo. Yount. Knowles Summers Carter and clerks sign off.
K J Sanford, president and superintendent of the Union Depot Company, Kansas City, died last week in Colorado Springs where he had gone for his health. The notice mentions his long tenure and leadership role in the company.
M T Lynch editor of the Phillipsburg Daily Post says his family has used many cough and cold remedies but rates Foley's Honey and Tar highest. The product is sold by Noah Martin. The Canadian government plans a canal project between Lake Huron and Montreal at an estimated cost.
Mrs M M Davison of 378 Giffordne San Jose California touts Electric Bitters as a superior family remedy for headache biliousness and liver bowels torpor. She praises its digestive benefits and urges relief seekers to try this remedy sold under guarantee at Noah Martin's drug store. The building interests of St Copies last week voted to organize to curb outside bidders competition.
The Missouri Prefie round house at Downa Ivansas valued at 910,000 was destroyed by fire last week. Weak women should read Dr Shoop's Night Cure and free book offer from Dr Shoop Racine Wis.
A plan for a steamboat company uniting Kansas City and St Louis interests with a potential capital of $1,000,000 was discussed by a board of directors last week. The excerpt includes medical and personal notes not directly related to the business proposal.
More than half of people over sixty suffer kidney and bladder disorders due to prostate issues. Foley's Kidney Cure is recommended for early signs, with testimonials like Rodney Burtt of Missouri claiming dramatic relief at age 91. An anecdote notes the Sultan of Turkey surviving a Wednesday assassination attempt.
Hay fever and summer cold victims may find immediate breathing relief from Foley's Honest and Tar, sold by Noah Martin in a yellow package. Sixty bombs were unearthed by children three miles northwest of El Paso, Texas, last week, believed to have been hidden by Mexican revolutionists.
John Seimsen and Louis Dabner, leaders of the gang that terrorized San Francisco for years, were hanged in the city last week in the final punishment for their crimes.
Advertises Foley's Kidney Cure as a universal remedy for kidney and bladder diseases. Claims strong results and urges purchase from Nosh Martin.
The Jennings Park at Trenton was formally dedicated to the city’s children and mothers. The ceremony took place in the first week of the month, marking a public recognition by local authorities.
A reader from East Poland Maine extols Bucklen's Arnica Salve for sore feet and healing burns sores and abrasions. It is also claimed effective for piles and sold under guarantee at Noah Martin's drug store for 5 cents.
A fragment notes a Maine store offering laxative pills labeled painless partners sold at a drugstore called Noxh Martine with a price of 26 cents. The wording suggests a promotional tone focused on ease of use and low fuss.
Notice from the city clerk of Union City invites written bids to supply coal for the power plant and street lights for one year. Bid must state price per ton delivered to coal bins and is due by 7 PM August 21 1908.
The Count Zeppelin airship broke records for controlled flights but was destroyed by an explosion during a second epoch making flight in Germany. Heated parts and a windstorm caused the craft to crash, drawing widespread German sympathy and fundraising nearing 375000 with promises to double it. Eight thousand Canadian railway shop mechanics walked out in the largest labor dispute in Canada’s industrial history.
The notice touts a coffee substitute called Dr Shoops alth coffee claiming no real coffee is used and a quick minute preparation. It warns about mail box theft by a Mercer county youth and notes legal trouble for tampering with U.S. mail.
A contract for the erection of a new school building at Lancaster was left last Wednesday. Work began Monday and is to be completed on or before January 15 next.
An excerpt discusses David’s courage and wisdom as Saul’s jealousy grows. It notes how envy corrupts rulers, describes Saul’s failed attempts to murder David, and highlights David’s virtuous conduct and divine support guiding him through danger.
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