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Newspaper
Unionville Republican
Location
Unionville, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1903
Page
7
A collage of health tonics and public notices mixes poetry and ads as it laments delay in life and death. Foley's Kidney Cure and Rocky Mountain Tea appear amid references to floods, prison reforms, and public health warnings, with brief notes on Missouri cigarette laws and a Billy Sunday sermon in Centerville.
Mr. G L Edwards of Wichita Kansas reports ten years of reliable relief using Herbine to regulate liver and bowels. The ad claims daily bowel movement cleanses poisons and promotes health with a 50 cent price at Noah Martin.
At the national conference the Order of German Baptists voted to prohibit members from using telephones in their homes. The decision reflects strict discipline and communal living standards endorsed by the group.
An old advertisement touts Ayer’s Pills as liver pills to cure constipation and biliousness. The copy claims a gentle laxative effect and promotes them as a remedy for digestive issues.
An assortment of patent medicine claims appears with profits promised for cures and refunds if ineffective. Names include Laxative Bromo Quinine, EH W Grove, Dr E Detchon, and Allen’s Foot Ease. Mentions Mrs Nancy Mitchell 102 smoking a pipe and King Alfonso buying warships from a 73 million inheritance.
An 19th century advertisement touts Gray’s Sweet Powders for Children claiming to cure feverishness stomachache and headaches in children. It promises worm removal and offers free samples by mail, noting a Livingston County incident where appendicitis is mentioned in a cautionary context.
An advertisement links Foley's Kidney Cure to curing kidney and bladder diseases while warning readers of self-blame if not used. It also claims pumpkins are a good feed for all stock and mentions planting them in areas with missing corn-field bills.
An old advertisement touts DeWitt’s Witch Hazel Salve as the genuine remedy for cuts burns bleeding piles and skin irritations. It claims unique curing power and warns against other brands while noting a Cherokee Democrat quip about human folly.
Extreme heat taxes infant digestion and the tonic White's Cream Ermifage is recommended to aid feeding. A lady doctor notes men are more emotional than women, suggesting conclusions drawn from parental responses to twins and triplets.
Air A aray from Oakville Indiana recalls ten years bedridden by kidney disease. After futile treatment by top doctors Foley's Kidney Cure was recommended, and he reports it has been a Godsend. The article also notes drought in the Atlantic Coast states and related crop damage while floods in the West blamed for eastern drought.
Robert R. Watts of Salem Missouri writes that after two years of kidney disease and failing health he tried Foley's Kidney Cure. He credits the remedy with his recovery, stating less than two bottles cured him and he is now sound and well.
In 1902 the United States added 5 548.91 miles of railroad. The Great Southwest built about half, led by Indian Territory with 541 miles and Oklahoma with 532 miles, Texas 480, New Mexico 86 miles, and Arkansas 808 miles.
A period advertisement touts Ballard's Snow Liniment for neuralgia rheumatism lumbago and sciatic pains claiming deep penetration nerves and bones and blood absorption for healing. D F Moore Milan Tenn agent endorses its efficacy for rheumatism back ache and family use noting available sizes 25 60c and 1.00 at Noah Martin.
Three anthracite boards of the United Mine Workers meet in Wilkes Barre to decide on a joint convention at Pottsville on June 15 to determine if a general work suspension will be declared. No further details were released.
A patent remedy claim sparks quick relief from kidney and bladder pain within six hours. The ad asserts immediate bladder retention relief and overall cure, pitched by L. H. Howard Druggist. It also notes Arkansas land values rising sharply over three years with Captain C A A Dean cited.
An Otterville reader touts Foley’s Honey and Tar as the only cure giving immediate asthma relief after trying many remedies and doctors in New York and other cities. The note endorses the product for household use and urges others to try it.
A 19th century advertisement offers a $100 reward for an uncured catarrh case by Hall's Catarrh Cure. It cites F J Cheney of Cheney & Co and endorsers West Treat Watnina Kisnan Manix as wholesale druggists in Toledo Ohio. The cure is said to act internally on blood and mucous surfaces and is sold for 75 cents per bottle. Hall's Family Pills are promoted as best.
Washington officials report Secretary Moody will not stay in the cabinet beyond President Roosevelt’s present term. Moody anticipates returning to the practice of law after his tenure.
Advertises DeWitt's Little Early Risers as a gentle laxative suitable for women and children. Claims not to purge the system and asserts even a double dose won’t gripe weaken or sicken. Endorsed by W H Howell of Houston and Sob Moore of Lafayette and sold by C A Hays.
The text explains the correct window to work winter wheat harvest preparations. It notes that removing rye must occur two to three weeks before harvest to prevent rye from sprouting and contaminating the seed, and warns that cutting beades too early or working in wet conditions can allow rye to mature seed and contaminate the crop.
The Knox Atlanta Constitution notes that critics accuse cabinet members of backing Wilson while he pushes hard for his agenda. The piece highlights tense reactions among mugwumps and commentators amid ongoing probes and political maneuvering.
An old advertisement touts Herbine as a remedy for fatigue from heat. It claims to improve appetite digestion and bowel function and to restore liver activity. A testimonial from Freegard of Cheney Kansas endorses the product. Also reports a Mississippi fishing haul notes large catfish caught in hoop nets and sold locally at a per pound price.
A periodical note claims Boschee German Syrup is the only market preparation that relieves and cures consumption with tar extracts and gum derivatives. It promises easy morning expectoration and lasting relief for throat and lung disease, with small bottles at 25 cents and regulars at 75 cents. Also advised: kill burdocks now by mowing and applying kerosene to each plant, as per an Indicator writer, noting efficacy observed by the writer and a neighbor.
Clarence A. Barnes was indicted for second degree murder four hours before his wedding to Miss Ruth Lakeman. The killing of Representative Rhodes Clay occurred June 10, 1902 in Mexico Missouri. Bond was set at 10000 and the ceremony occurred as planned amid a large crowd.
An advert promoting Kodol Dyspepsia Cure as the remedy for stomach trouble. It claims nourishment comes through the stomach and lists conditions like loss of appetite indigestion and nervousness as signs. Sold by C A Haye.
A farmer near Centralia recounts giving a silver dollar marked with an X to town merchants a decade ago. It circulated for produce and was seen in neighbors’ pockets four times in six years. The last time was four years ago when he sent it to a mail order house. he has not seen it since. He urges spending locally to support taxes and infrastructure.
An advertisement touts Botanic Blood Balm as a cure for itching eczema scrofula blood poisoning and other disorders. It claims the medicine purifies blood heals ulcers and skin lesions improves complexion and offers a free sample by writing to the Blood Balm Co Atlanta Georgia with sealed free medical advice.
Cable from Canton reports Governor Wong stating over 1,000,000 natives in Kwang-chi are starving and seek help from American charity. Consul McWade transmits the appeal to Secretary Hay in Washington.
Enpeck questions his suitability for studying astronomy as he and another character discuss staying out all night. The exchange centers on ambition, practicality, and a playful critique of plans to pursue science.
Texas congressman Ball announces he will resign his House seat and run for governor next election. He says remaining in the House could handicap his campaign and plans to pursue the governor’s race despite the potential impact on his constituents.
The Shawnee News reports a cure claim for the drink habit. A raw potato is dipped in ice water and sucked when cravings arise to keep drinkers sober. The paper notes no reasoning is given but endorses trying the simple method if thirst is truly to be lost.
An advertisement urges readers to rely on Swamp Root by Dr. Meri s Swamp Root with the address in Binghamton New York on every bottle as a remedy for a lame back.
In the August term of 1903 the Circuit Court of Putnam County Missouri issues a publication notice. Plaintiff David W Hock Jr seeks a decree establishing title to the northeast quarter of the northeast quarter section 11 township 66 range 21 and to bind the unknown heirs or assigns of Benjamin Stoddard to the action. Defendants must appear by the fourth Monday in August or default. publication in Unionville Republican for four weeks is ordered.
Notice is given of final settlement for the estate of James Anes, deceased, by Rafice Ae hevebs as administrator. The probate court of Missouri county will hold the hearing at Oninnie on August 20, 1903, to review accounts and reports filed by the administrator.
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