Government to buy land for East coast target range
Secretary of War Taft seeks 250000 dollars to acquire about six thousand acres near Washington for a federal target range. The site would serve small arms and artillery practice and house maneuvers for the National Guard of DC and nearby states. Three candidate locations are examined at Fairfax Virginia Falls Church Va and Knoxville Virginia.
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Washingon
D. C
Taft
Washington
National Guard
District of Columbia
Contiguous States
Department of the East
Department
War Department
Annapolis
Navy Department
Army
Wm. P. Duvall
W. S. Edgerly
Wm. W. Witherspoon
High Point
Fairfax County
Virginia
Falls Church
Knoxville
Frederick County
Camp Perry
Ortis Hamilton
Ohio
Middle West
Oregon
Idaho
Montana
New Continental Kerrosene Lamp Promises Brightone
Bright kerrosene lamp advertised as simple safe and cheap claims 100 candle power for six hours at one cent six times the brightness of a central drain lamp and ten times electricity with no smell or smoke lamp viewable at J G Hise residence 97-1m
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J. G. Hise
Dr Shoop Catarrh Remedy mailed free on request
Dr Shoop of Racine Wisconsin offers free mailing of catarrh treatment tests to prove the value of his scientific prescription. The remedy, known to druggists as Dr Shoop's Catarrh Remedy, is sold by J H Stewart.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shoop
Racine
Wis
J. H. Stewart
Vinol Delivers Vitality for Delicate Children in Washington
A Washington Iowa ad proclaims Vinci cod liver preparation boosts growth and strength in weak children. It cites Mrs. C Allen of New Bedford and promises a money back guarantee if results fail, highlighting a non oil cod liver extract with peptonate of iron.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Vinci
C. Allen
New Bedford
Mass
Cook & Sherman
Iowa
Voice of Nora Curran Shines in Oberlin Conservatory Concert
The Daily Reflector notes Miss Nora Curran of Oberlin Conservatory delivered a refined performance with a solo Elsa's Dream from Lohengrin. Her clear balanced voice impressed the audience and marks rapid progress at Oberlin. Curran was elected to the Woman's Board of the conservatory, signaling a bright future.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Norwalk
Ohio
Elsa
Lohengrin
Nora Curran
Oberlin Conservatory
The
Conservatory
Bucklen’s Arnica Salve touted by carpenter for healing
Manilla New York carpenter Lopez says Bucklen's Arnica Salve saved him suffering and dollars after severe cuts. The paste heals burns sores ulcers fever sores eczema and piles. 25 cents at Stewart's Pharmacy.
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Lopez
Manilla
N. Y
Stewart’s Pharmacy
Freshman Leader Will Dean Resigns for West Point
Goes to West Point Iowa City Feb 17 Will Dean a star athlete and freshman class treasurer resigns to become a West Pointer. Congressman Bob Cousins recommended him and he recently passed examinations in St Louis. A War Department communication confirms his success and he heads from Tipton to West Point.
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Iowa City
Iowa
Will Dean
Bob’ Cousins
St. Louis
War Department
Tipton
West Point
Urino Laxative Fruit Syrup Promoted as Constipation Cure
Advertisement claims chronic constipation risks and presents Urino Laxative Fruit Syrup as a digestion aid that stimulates the liver and bowels. It promises immediate improvement with no nausea or griping and warns against substitutes, noting availability at all druggists.
Explosion at Adrian Public School Rocks Missouri
Boiler exploded in the basement of the Adrian public school on Friday tearing away the floor of the primary department and sending teachers and sixty pupils into the basement. Many children were burned or scalded and taken out unconscious.
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Adrian, Mo
Hall's Catarrh Cure Offered as Cure All
A 19th century advertisement touts Hall's Catarrh Cure as the only positive cure for catarrh, a constitutional disease. It claims internal action on blood and mucous surfaces and offers $100 for any case not cured, with testimonials available and sales through druggists at 75 cents. It also promotes Hall's Family Pills for constipation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hall
F. J. Cheney& Co
Toledo
Weather forecast for Iowa from Washington D C special
Rain or snow is expected tonight and Tuesday. Warmer conditions tonight give way to a colder west portion Tuesday. Temperatures trend lower with mixed precipitation across the state.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington, D.C
The
Evening Journal
Iowa
Menary Widow Seeks Damages After 1904 Death Trial
The Joliet case returns to court for a second trial over damages for the death of Thomas H. Menary in 1904. In the first trial the jury awarded 8000 dollars, a verdict later reversed by the supreme court. The administrator for Thomas H. Menary now seeks 6000 dollars from the E J and EB.
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Joliet
Lettie Menary
Supreme Court
Thos. H. Menary
Mr. Menary
Cures A Cold In One Day Claim On Laxative Brand
An old advertisement touts a laxative Bromine Nine tablets promising to cure a cold in a day. It challenges druggists to refund money if the remedy fails and notes a signature on each box as proof of claim.
What is Home Without a Father
A nostalgic verse salutes fathers, noting dads light the fire, manage chores, shop for weekly groceries, and defend the home at night. It argues a father’s presence matters even with faults, concluding we will miss him when he is gone.
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Dad
Foley's Kidney Cure Advertisement from May
An old advertisement promises Foley's Kidney Cure will stop irregularities and cure kidney and bladder trouble within medical reach. The copy emphasizes universal applicability and effectiveness for kidney issues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Foley
Missionary Rev Thomas Moody to speak at Baptist church
Special notice announces missionary Rev Thomas Moody will deliver an address at the Baptist church on Friday evening February 21. Moody has stirred interest nationwide with insights into Africa and especially the slave trade. He is described as a man with a message worth hearing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas Moody
Africa
The
Baptist Church
Moody
Claim Adjusted by Washington County Mutual Insurance
The Washington County Mutual Insurance association last week adjusted a claim for David Rittenhouse of Washington concerning barn and contents insurance. The record notes the adjustment followed a previous filing and reflects coverage details as amended.
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Washington County Mutual Insurance Association
David Rittenhouse
Washington
Mrs Englehardt Credits Croup Cure For Child’s Life
A Michigan mother recounts nearly choking her two year old with croup and credits Chamberlain's Cough Remedy given every ten minutes for relief and rapid coughing up of phlegm. She also notes her other child was cured similarly and recommends the medicine. Sold by Cook & Sherman.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Englehardt
Gera
Mich
Chamberlain
Cook & Sherman
The Hand of Man to Open Sherman Stock Co Run
Sherman Stock Co plans a four night return engagement starting Tuesday February 18. The American play promises strong entertainment value and offers ladies one free admission with a paid ticket, reflecting customary courtesy. A separate testimonial from Mrs. P Verduim of Belmond Iowa notes recovery from goitre and nervous weakness after treatment by Dr Shallenberger in Chicago.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sherman Stock Co
Shallenberger
Chicago
P. Verduim
Belmond
Iowa
Diapepsin Promises Quick Indigestion Relief
A medical advertisement claims Diapepsin tablets digest 3,000 grains of meat per grain and relieve sour stomach, gas, and heartburn quickly. It touts a 50 cent box of 22 grain triangles that strengthen stomach digestion and improve appetite and breath.
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A. W. Chase
A. W. Chase Medicine Co
Buffalo
N.Y
Elsie Faiser
Main Street
Oneonta
J. E. Lemmon
ME Graham
Sherman
Mr. Sherman
Lemmon’'s Pharmacy
W. E. Ghilcote
Hawkeye
Jason Transfer & Storage:co
Griffith
Nicola & Harmon’s
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