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Newspaper
Washington Star
Location
Washington, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Jan 15, 1914
Page
6
A cluttered column reports personal milestones and misfortunes including illnesses, recoveries, weddings, births, deaths, travel, church events, school talks, and town council notes. It notes medical cases, fire chief election, public services, and upcoming church installations amid farewells and local business news.
A Jesse Adams family visit, guests from Philadelphia and Newark, several locals returning from trips, and social calls are noted. Preparatory services at the Presbyterian church preceded the Lord's supper on Sunday morning when 13 persons joined the church by profession of faith, six receiving baptism.
An old advertising blurb promotes Kickapoo Worm Killer as a safe remedy for worms and parasites. It describes symptoms like irritable behavior, facial flushing, feverishness, thirst, and abdominal cramps, claiming the product expels worms and improves health with its laxative action. The notice urges households to buy a box locally or by mail from Kickapoo Indian Medicine Co. in Philadelphia or St. Louis.
A garbled patch of 19th century notes lists names and events in Varuesville. Mentions Abram Osman visiting family, Edward Woolf starting work with Thomas Lyndshaw, Mrs. and Mrs. Kin, Chas Carting, Washington references, and plans for farms near Port Warren and Bloomsbury. Includes social runs, visits, and upcoming moves.
An advertisement touts Vinci cod liver oil tonic to help run down women regain health and appetite. It claims improved digestion, blood quality, and strength with a money back guarantee if not effective. Prominent testimonials from Mrs. Walter, Miss., and Janking & Meeker of Washington.
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