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Newspaper
Washburn Times
Location
Washburn, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Apr 09, 1908
Page
7
The modern patent medicine business grew from old time home made remedies used by families. Mennonite origin Dr Hartman introduced Peruna after using it for neighbors and patients, later founding a factory. Peruna claimed to aid coughs colds sore throat bronchitis and catarrhal diseases. Thousands learned to trust Dr Hartman and Peruna.
Henry Clews recounts a Canal Street tale of a young firm overbuying fall coats. They tried to ship thirteen coats per batch but bill twelve, hoping customers would take the rest free. The plan failed as customers kept only one coat each, leaving nothing billed for the other twelve.
An advertisement asserts deafness stems from inflamed Eustachian tube and catarrh. It claims Hall's Catarrh Cure cures nine of ten cases and offers one hundred dollars for any deafness case not cured, with circulars mailed free and pills for constipation sold by Druggists.
A theatergoer profile recalls a comedian’s routine met with tepid laughter from a crowded venue. An attendee who had seen the act before noted the show’s dull reception and lack of fresh material.
A Civil War tale recalls two young brothers aged ten and their cousin who loaded twelve miles northeast of Richmond, hiding wheat in a barn and outrunning pursuing Federals. They crossed fields, dodged bullets, and passed a guard by shouting R. E. Lee, delivering the grain with minimal loss and returning home to wheat bread reward.
A New York civilian recalls a wartime drama and a veteran with an empty sleeve argues that the period had both grim moments and comic episodes. He recounts a German major leading a ragged battalion near bushwhackers, blending farce with the harshness of conflict.
A Civil War scouting tale recounts Major Joseph Browne's detachment halted for rations when bushwhackers led by a former schoolteacher surprised the camp. They demanded and devoured the noodle soup, seized the major’s spyglass, and released the major to return to camp. The raid ended with the party departing peacefully as Browne rejoined activities before later mustering out.
At the Buffalo G A R encampment General Sickles finally received a War Department medal for meritorious conduct at Gettysburg. Eyewitness testimony from E F Shores, Birney’s orderly, confirmed Sickles’ orders and leadership despite losing a leg, enabling the award after a long delay.
A Civil War era anecdote recalls Governor Parsons of Alabama who, after secession, opposed it but later served as provisional governor. In a sharp reply to his request for shirts, his wife quipped you have turned your coat you may turn your shirt highlighting partisan switch.
Mrs. Marie Sipfle of Helena Montana reports chronic backache kidney trouble and listlessness improved from the first Dean's Kidney Pills with four boxes achieving a lasting cure. Sold by all dealers 50 cents a box Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY.
A fragment notes that women criticise each other's attire in 17th century fashion, citing Bridget Noel in 1686 writing to the Countess of Rutland. The letter mocks a dress described as purple with green, gold, and large flowers, lacking lining and appearing unbalanced.
An advertisement from the Physicians' Medical Institute in Milwaukee Wisconsin promotes free consultations with doctors who will cover travel costs and provide sworn affidavits of patients treated for Cancers Epilepsy Paralysis Peritonitis Catarrh and diseases of women. It invites letters stating the disease and promises to help if any recovery chance exists.
In Bohemia the attic poet tears a cuff edge, while the editor values the spring poem at fifty cents. The youth agrees to an order, highlighting a curious barter over literary worth.
A 10 cent Our-Pie package from D-Zerta Co. Rochester N Y provides all ingredients for two Cocoanut Custard pies. Advert indicates soggy pies spoil meals and promotes proper crust and custard preparation.
A wireless telegraph station between Sevastopol and Odessa completed a satisfactory trial, signaling successful initial operation for the Russian admiralty.
A Bohemian quips about gambling in a public park as two lovers clash over green red and black hues in a brief dialogue showing flirtation and playful dispute.
A set of eight attractive post cards in five colors shows wild animals in Milwaukee's Washington Park Zoo. They will be mailed on receipt of 12 cents. Suitable for grown ups and children. Send to The Evening Wisconsin Company Milwaukee Wis.
A Muskogee woman filed for divorce claiming her husband forced her to wear the cast-off garments of his former wife. The court granted the divorce.
Howard Bros. Buffalo reports Pettit's Eye Salve a 100 year old remedy for tired eyes. It promises quick relief from eye aches inflammation soreness watering and ulcers. Available at all Howard Bros. druggists across Buffalo with medical confidence.
A Norwegian inventor has patented a suit of clothes that will float the wearer in case of an accident at sea. The garment provides buoyancy and could aid in water rescues by keeping the user afloat until help arrives.
The report notes higher coal consumption per person in England than anywhere else. It mentions Garfield Tea for pale skin and frequent headaches. It also warns that rats are a rising nuisance in England.
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