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Newspaper
Washington Gazette
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 05, 1905
Page
4
A New York reader endorses Peruna for stomach trouble and nerves, sharing recovery after three months of use. She claims her stomach and nervous symptoms improved, recommends the remedy to friends, and invites contact with Dr. Hartman for free advice.
William L. Brown, trustee of Washington township, aims to strike a special contract with the city school board to cut monthly tuition from 1.50 to 1 dollar. With many pupils moved each year, the plan promises significant savings for the township.
An advertisement extols Dr A W Chase's Nerve Pills claiming to restore physical and mental vigor. It features Fred Hoyt of New Brighton Pa who says overwork caused trembly hands and sleeplessness and credits the pills with steadier nerves improved eyesight and regained writing ability. Sold 50 cents a box at dealers or Dr A W Chase Medicine Co Buffalo NY.
Frank A. Myers of Evansville, formerly of this city, prepared for the Evansville Journal News a series of articles on the early history of Post Vincennes and has issued them in pamphlet form. E. H. Newman arrived in the city from Morristown, Penn. to spend a week.
The Young Peoples Christian Union branch of the United Brethren In Christ held its wee annual convention at Otterbein church near Plainville from July 25 to 27. About 200 delegates and visitors arrived, with Rev. J. A. Hile leading sessions on Evangelization and related themes. Officers were elected for the coming year, including President W. E. Snyder and Treasurer Mrs. Edith Myers. The conference concluded with a Thursday night service, and plans for next year were left to the executive committee. Two members, Mr. and Mrs. B. F. Bean, were appointed to China as missionaries. The meeting featured strong program attendance, Rev. J. E. Shannon’s addresses, and notable music from the Odon orchestra.
Columbus Republic reports Col. T. Sweeney outlines open season for squirrels starting today until next year’s end. Hunters may shoot in their township without license but crossing township lines requires a dollar license and landowner permission to avoid prosecution.
George Watjen, who underwent two kidney operations at St. Vincent's hospital in Indianapolis, has returned to Washington and likely will resume work at Cybel and Kauffman stores next week. Mrs. Watjen accompanied him to Indianapolis.
Word from Bloomfield says the sister of O. W. Deckard has been ill for days and is under care there. Mr. and Mrs. Deckard traveled to Bloomfield Monday to be at her bedside. Also a local note quotes A B Burhans of Carlisle Center touting Foley’s Kidney Cure after four years of relief from kidney trouble. He reports lasting cure and recommends the remedy.
A Washington citizen testifies that Doan's Kidney Pills cured his kidney trouble back pain and lameness after four boxes. He describes nightly urination fatigue and weakness improving, and notes the remedy is sold by Hodsifer Drug Store with price 60 cents. Foster Milburn Co. Buffalo NY is sole US agent.
Church members and MMfa son Ann allege the infirmary superintendent refused to allow services last Sunday claiming interference with his plans and impudence toward those who sought approval. The superintendent argues services agitate inmates. The Board of Commissioners will likely review the matter next week.
Mrs. Lucian Albright nee Hradk of Covingtown has been sued by federal authorities for failure to carry specified rural free delivery mail contracts. The action seeks to recover 17.4 thousand dollars. Mrs. Frank Schillings returned home to Danville Illinois after a visit in Veale township.
An advertising brief touts Foley's Honey and Tar as a reliable cough and cold remedy and warns against unknown preparations. It urges asking for Foley's product, sold by Smith and Winton, as a safe choice amid health concerns. Also notes Burdock Blood Bitters claim to improve clarity, vigor, and overall fitness for life’s battles.
Robert R Watts of Salem says five years of illness and multiple doctors led to Foley's Kidney Cure, which he claims fully cured him. The ad notes kidney irregularities linked to heat and excessive drinking and urges attention to kidney health with Foley's Kidney Cure sold by Smith and Winton. It mentions forming a Society of Motor Omnibus Engineers in England.
Ira A Kelley of Mansfeld Pennsylvania reports two years of kidney and bladder trouble with little relief from physicians. He credits Foley kidney cure with restoring his health and urges others to try it while avoiding substitutes. A drug store advertisement mentions Dr Fowler’s Extract of Wild Strawberry and other remedies. Endorsements note Kaiser's touring car and unrelated product claims, reflecting a cluttered advertising page.
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