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Newspaper
Washington Telegraph
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 01, 1857
Page
4
In MansfieldMr Webster aids two young Boston gourmets stranded on a small island after chasing game near the tide. A rugged stranger wearing a slouch hat reveals himself as Daniel Webster and refuses payment, leaving the dandies astonished by his generosity.
A Kentucky mayor recounts a repeated offender who beat his wife. After prior fines and imprisonment, the judge finally discharges him with a blunt warning that any future abuse will earn a severe whipping, and the man vanishes from public view.
Shortly before Heber left India a sermon echoed a river journey metaphor. Life moves like a mighty stream from joyful early sights to a long voyage beyond youth toward an ultimate departure. The message frames earthly joys and griefs as fleeting, urging faith in the Infinite Wind Eternal.
An old advertisement touts Dr Carter's Cough Balsam as a cure for coughs colds asthma consumption and lung diseases. It claims soothing healing and tonic properties strengthening lungs and aiding expectoration with prices for trial and large bottles. Prepared in St Louis and sold by Whitten Jones in Washington Indiana and druggists nationwide.
A rare collection titled Linden Harp with popular melodies adapted for sacred and moral songs is advertised for canvassers. Also offered is a musical instruction manual by Tana Linpex. 160 pages, 25 cents. The notice promotes high agent earnings, discounts, post paid gifts, and incentives for preachers teachers and charity schools with various prices and terms.
An advertisement touts Dr Easterly’s Fever and Ague Killer as the universal remedy for ague fever and bilious fevers. It claims four years on the market and over one hundred thousand cures, with testimonials and an offer of certificates. Price listed as 2 per bottle or 6 for 5, with distribution through druggists nationwide.
An advertisement touts Dr Baker’s Specific as a private, effective cure for gonorrhea, strictures, seminal weakness, and related genital diseases. It claims rapid, secret treatment with no odor, suitable for any sex, with directions included. Price $150 per bottle. prepared in St. Louis and sold in Washington by Whitten & Jones.
The advertisement promotes Dr Easterlys Hoopers Female Cordial as a safe cure for female debility irregularities and menstrual suppression. It claims cure after physicians failed and urges immediate use with price details and distribution across the United States through Whitten Jones and local druggists.
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