Illness Hits Boxtown as Diseases Sweep Area
Boxtown in Washington grapples with widespread illness including pneumonia malaria fever measles and chicken pox. Notable cases include Frank Herrin Mary and Lucy McCullough Mrs Frank Tewell Robert Shears and Mrs Lou Ellis with the state Democratic convention scheduled for March 25 chaired by Stokes Jackson and Joe Reilly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boxtown
Washington
West Washington
Frank Herrin
Mary
Lucy McCullough
Frank Tewell
Robert Shears
Lou Ellis
Stokes, Jackson
Joe Reilly
Daviess County
Orino Laxative Syrup Promises Constipation Relief
Chronic constipation claim links enronted symptoms to serious ailments and touts Orino Laxative Fruit Syrup as a digestion aid that stimulates the bowels. It says the syrup does not nauseate or gripe, is pleasant to take, and urges immediate use. Sold by Smith and Watson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Orino
Smith and Wiaton
Expensive Fur Coat Sparks Public Interest
A celebrity purchase highlights consumer obsessions as discussions arise over fashion spending. The article notes a $25,000 fur coat bought by the actress, contrasted with a cheaper option, and touches on diary reflections about value and satisfaction. It also mentions patent medicines and a generic sense of caution about overpaying.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aund
Tne
Deen
Knights of Columbus excursion marks red letter day in Indiana
Washington hosts Knights of Columbus members from Vincennes Loogootee Evansville and others for a large three train pilgrimage. High Mass at St Mary’s Church followed by a banquet at the Auditorium skating rink with toast speeches, candidate initiations, and festive tributes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Keights of Columbus
Fiouthern Indiana
B. & O. Southwestern
Evansville
Evansvile and
Indianapolis
Lodge Hall
St. Mary's Church
Dominick of
Vincennes
Loogootee
Louis Herman
Evansvile
School Attendance Turmoil Noted in City Report
A fragmentary note references disruptions in school attendance and a tense city scene. The readable text mentions a room and names like Bobogis, with unclear phrasing surrounding attendance impact and local tensions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bobogis
Labor movement seeks to block James E Watson at Indiana GOP
Petitions are mailed from Terre Haute and Indianapolis urging Republicans to pledge not to vote for James E Watson if nominated for governor. The effort, said to be led by labor and Democratic allies, aims to intimidate the Republican convention on April 1 and 2 and deny Watson the nomination framing it as unfair to party unity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James EE Watson
Mr. Watson
Terre Haute
Indianapolis
James E. Watson
James E Watson
John. K. Gowdy
Watson
Republic
Iself
Republica
Eart
Republian
Indiana
Illness Surges in City Schools and Streets
Doctors report a peak in measles and grip cases in Washington with high absence and irregular attendance in schools. While the weather is ordinary, illness spreads, flags sometimes not displayed, and a few cases advance to serious ailments and death.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Eppear
Ash Disposal Sparks City Hall Brawl in West End Talks
In a heated council meeting Marshal Corning pressed Smoot on ash dumping. The West End sought enforcement to curb street disposal and warned housewives they risk legal action for ash dumping as the marshal pledges to act to prevent calamity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marshal Corning
Council Chamber
Smoot
West End Statesman
Leas
West End
Washington
Fire station opens as crew settles in new facility
Report describes new fire station becoming operational, with firefighters celebrating despite ongoing nerves from the first days of service. Crew works to stabilize routines in the new building amid initial challenges and adjustments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fife
UricD Promises Cure for Rheumatism in Blood Tests
An advert claims UricD cures rheumatism by targeting the rheumatic poison in blood muscles and kidneys. It advertises bottles at 1.40 and invites free samples by writing to The Smith Drug Company Syracuse NY, promising larger free trials for new users who follow directions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R&eumetiam
Smith Drug Company
Syracuse
N.Y
Doan's Kidney Pills Endorsement from Washington Resident
A Washington Indiana representative citizen testifies to long term kidney pain relief after using Doan's Kidney Pills. He describes backache and nocturnal kidney issues resolved with Dean's Pills and urges others to inquire at W L Jackson's drug store. Foster Milburn Co. distributes in the U S with Doan's as the brand.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
R. M. Carr
East
van Trees Street
Indiana
Dean
W. L. Jackson
W.L. Jackson
Foster-Milburn Co
Buffalo
N. Y
United States
Doan’s
Foley's Honey and Tar Cures Grippe Coughs
The advertisement touts Foley's Honey and Tar as a remedy for grippe coughs and to prevent pneumonia. It warns to refuse non genuine products in a yellow package and notes Smith & Winton as sellers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Perites
Hoane
Foley
Permani
Winton
Smith & Winton
To Cure a Cold with LAXATIVS Bromoo-Quinine Tablets
Advertisement promotes LAXATIVS Bromoo Quinine tablets as a cold cure with a money back guarantee if it fails. The box bears E W GROVE’S signature.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. W. Grove
Young Lass Wins Hearts After Rocky Mountain Tea
A light step and free heart mark the pretty lass after taking Rocky Mountain Tea from Lindeman Pharmacy. The line reads like a local puff promoting a tonic tied to a female protagonist and a pharmacy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lindeman Pharmacy
Fol ey Kidney Cure Ad Warns Of Kidney Troubles
An Oklahoma merchant ad promotes Fo ley's Kidney Cure claiming it stops irregularities and cures kidney and bladder trouble. Sold by Smith and Winton.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Foley
Smith and Winton
Hollister's Rocky Mountain Tea Ad Claims Mixed Results
An ad claims Hollister's Rocky Mountain Tea yields wonderful results for some, while others report it fails. The message urges readers to try the product and directs them to Lindeman Pharmacy for more information.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hollister’s
Lindeman Pharmacy
Also Mentioned on This Page
F. B. Fornwald
East Main
Adrian Hamersly
Charles Williams
Philander McHenry
Office Inc
Ofice
M. F. Burke
Robert Russell
Frederick Burger
St. Patrick's Church
Robert W. Cauthorn
Vincelines
A. J. Padgett
L. J. Herman
Washington Council
Brothers
J. W. Cavanaugh
J.M. Defy
John B. Dat
James Y. Fromme
Fred. Gautsch
A. J. Graham
Ray Green
Thos. H. Hayden
Ed E. Howard
Edward. Healy
George. Kennedy
Harry. Lager
William. Lynch
J. Mangin
Felix M. Mangin
Louis C. McEvilly
J. P. Ryan
Joseph. Ley
A. Ww
Hlotter
M.S. Simmera
Chas. W. Seals
Fred
Loogootee Council
Bonn
Frank Brown
George. Brown
Callahan
Frank
Carrico
Jos. Dant
Joseph E. Grannan
G.F. Goatee
C. G. Larkin
J. F., Jr. Lythgoe
Ed R. Lewis
John M. Norris
William
Housewives and
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!