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Newspaper
Van Wert Weekly Bulletin
Location
Van Wert, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 14, 1886
Page
8
The genuine tonic, sold by L F Gackenheimer, claims to cure dyspepsia costiveness bad breath piles pimples ague malaria poor appetite low spirits headache and diseases of kidney stomach and liver. Fifty cents.
An advertisement touts Grige's ens Salve as a quick safe cure for cuts bruises burns wounds and skin sores with claims it cures piles tetter and eruptions. It promises satisfaction or money back and sells for 2 cents by L. F. Gackenheimer.
An ad extols United States Land and Investment Company offering 6 percent bonds with a novel installment plan, bonus stock, and swift interest from cattle income, claiming strong security and high yields. Also promoted are Bucklen’s Arnica Salve, Woolford’s Sanitary Lotion, and Dr Thomas’ Electric Oil with personal testimonials and local druggists selling them.
Practical tips on reviving vigor in aging fruit trees include broadcasting barnyard manure around the drip line. A simple method to make vinegar from corn and molasses is described. Articles discuss apple crop value, Florida census quirks, eggs with ham serving, and rising poultry demand in markets.
The Fruit Grower explains how evaporated fruits preserve freshness better than drying and offer profitable value for farmers. Small evaporators enable home use to reduce waste and improve table quality, while larger units require careful pricing and labor. Pumpkins sweet potatoes and tomatoes can also be preserved effectively.
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