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Newspaper
Washington Gazette
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 03, 1903
Page
3
An ad for a beer described as refreshing and aids digestion, promising prefect sleep and health. It notes well cared beer, plus choice liquor and cigars at Joe Gordon's Place on 218 East Main Street.
An advertisement from W. W. Barnett promotes a Washington livery stable with well groomed horses, rubber tired runabouts, traps and closed carriages. It claims reasonable prices and emphasizes suitability for Indiana use, listing Third & Van Tree street and phone contact.
An ad notes readers may confuse letters at night and offers eye glasses fitted by Jepson at 313 Main street. It proclaims Foley's Kidney Cure as a reliable remedy for kidney and bladder diseases and mentions local druggists Smith & Winton.
Melbourne resident H Haggins recounts a prior death sentence from consumption and credits Dr King’s New Discovery with his recovery. The notice promises a guaranteed cure for throat and lung diseases, with trial bottles available free and full-size bottles priced at 50 cents and 1.00.
A column of old advertisements touts Foley's Kidney Cure for kidney and bladder disease and Dr King s New Life Pills to aid digestion. It notes vendors Smith & Virtox and J W Jones Druggist and mentions Foley s Honey and Tar as a cough remedy from A A Herren Finch Arkansas.
A lengthy critique compares hospital and reformatory conditions in Indiana with a focus on tuberculosis care and housing. It alleges inadequate facilities at a $17,000 hospital, urges a veranda for air and light, and cites prisoner bread controversy and political changes in state management. Will H. Whitaker signs the report.
Georgetown Ky August 3 The third trial of ex Secretary of State Caleb Powers for being an accessory before the fact in Governor Goebel's murder began before Judge Robbins at a special Scott Circuit Court term. Powers Howard and Youtsey are serving sentences for conspiracy tied to the shooting as Goebel entered the statehouse in Frankfort three years ago. Both sides expect new evidence and a possible change in verdict, with James Howard also awaiting a new trial.
Pekin reports a return to post coup atmosphere with political talk silenced after Shen Chien's execution. Fear grips liberal factions and reform allies as officials go quiet, complicating Western hopes for civility. Prince Su reportedly opposed the move to execute Shen Chien.
Lisbon dispatch reports King Charles sent a telegram to President Roosevelt expressing pleasure at drinking his health and the prosperity of the American navy aboard the Brooklyn. The message highlights friendly ties between Portugal and the United States during the era.
In National League action the Reds lost 0 to 5 at Cincinnati and St Louis defeated Pittsburgh 4 to 18. In the American League St Louis beat Detroit 3 to 1 while Chicago toppled Cleveland 6 to 2. American Association scores include Columbus 4 Minneapolis 3 and the rematch 7 to 6, plus Toledo 4 St Paul 5 and Louisville 7 Kansas City 1. Reports from Greenfield and Hancock County note horse thefts, while Corydon records two men killed by a Sunday lightning strike and Vincennes reports a woman killed by a storm’s bolt with nearby injuries.
Rome Aug 31 with no pope chosen yet, a vast crowd gathers at St Peter's as smoke signals fail to indicate progress. Officials deploy troops as thousands watch for a hopeful sign while the cardinals debate in seclusion amid sustained public interest and uncertainty.
A Rome crowd faced disappointment after last night’s failed election push. The con clave may need to extend to another Sunday to gather a large turnout. A man named McCann from Oyster Bay directed profane language at President Roosevelt and his family as they attended morning services at Christ Church, and Secret Service agents escorted him away.
Sanford Ky Aug 3 Charles Saufley eighteen member of a prominent family died from corrosive sublimate self administered. Saufley was recently named an alternate novel cadet by the President.
An advertisement endorses Hyomei as the direct inhalation treatment for catarrh affecting head throat and lungs. It claims stomach and other organ catarrhs also heal, with therapeutic air entering through a nasal inhaler and proof from Rev. J B Cook of Holliston and Fred S Clapp offering money-back if no cure.
Mrs M N Bassett recalls thirteen years of nervous debility and kidney weakness. After trying various medicines she used Doan's Kidney Pills from Hoosier Drug Store and reports strengthened kidneys and relief from urinary discomfort. Sold everywhere 50 cents by Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY sole US agent. Remember Dean's and avoid substitutes.
J. M. Cardwell & Co announces improvements to serve growing trade with a large stock of house furnishings including furniture carpets curtains rugs and more. Prices are right and customers are invited to call and buy at 420 Main Street.
The ad promotes Zack Jones' at 12 East Main Street with a full line of the best and freshest groceries and prices positioned to fit the shopper's budget. It emphasizes good aim and sure judgment in serving customer ideas for groceries.
J J Green of Lancaster narrates long chronic indigestion and nervous debility improved by Electric Bitters. He says his wife remains in excellent health, praising the tonic for female troubles and overall vigor. Price 50 cents with satisfaction guaranteed by J N Jones.
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