04 Oct 1901
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Newspaper
Waterloo Semi Weekly Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 04, 1901
Page
1
A column of Peruna testimonials from Minnie B McAllister and others extols the tonic curing pelvic catarrh and chest pains. Separately a long suit outlines alleged fraudulent prosecution by an agent, loss of hair, imprisonment, and damages claimed at $10,000 with a second count seeking $200 for withheld annuities.
Horace M. Rebok former Sac and Fox agent at Tama is sued for damages by Ma Ka Ta Qua Twa known as Black Cloud in a federal action filed by Icave of Judge Shiras. The amended petition alleges Rebok falsely enrolled Black Cloud’s son and aided a double annuity scheme causing Black Cloud to be charged and convicted.
Dr A Kellett of Williford Ark reports a railroad laborer suffered a severe foot crush yet Bucklen's Arnica Salve healed him quickly. The ad touts burns boils piles and skin eruptions as well claiming the salve is the world's champion healer with a 25 cent price and Wangler Bros. as sellers.
A convention of Modern Brotherhood of America delegates in the Third district will gather tomorrow at the Modern Woodman hall in Waterloo to choose nine representatives for the grand lodge session in Sioux City on October 22. Delegates come from Dubuque and surrounding counties. 126 total delegates will attend.
Seventeen men died in a fire and explosion at Wellington colliery extension mine near Victoria on October 1. The blaze started from a curtain ignited by a miner's lamp. Pedestrian notes mention a Michigan writer praising Kodol Dyspepsia Cure as the best remedy for indigestion after years of suffering.
The 3:40 race between Columbia and Shamrock opened with a light variable wind New York Oct 1. Start times saw Columbia 11:10 Shamrock 11:23 as both boats battled becalmed conditions. By 2:20 Shamrock led, then Columbia rallied, turning the first mark Shamrock 2 41 36 Columbia 4 3 05. The Shamrock held the lead in light airs with the wind easing.
Local notice notes certificates of nomination for county offices must be filed with County Auditor Foote by October 16. At present no Democratic nominees have submitted certificates. The item also reports on various residents traveling, illness, and other routine community updates.
The soothing healing properties and pleasant taste of this remedy have made it a favorite for colds croup and whooping cough. It provides quick relief without opium or harmful drugs and can be given to both babies and adults. Sold by all druggists.
Copenhagen reports the Danish gunboat Moon foundered at middle ground during target practice. Crew were rescued unharmed. In Washington William B. Ridgely, newly appointed comptroller of the currency, took oath and assumed duties succeeding Dawes.
A claim that Chamberlain's Pain Balm instantly allays pain from cuts bruises burns and similar injuries and heals them faster than other treatments. It says unless injury is severe no scar will remain and also claims cures for rheumatism sprains swellings and lameness with sales through all druggists.
Fical Estate transfers list several parcels with Cedar Falls East Waterloo Fairview Cemetery and other lots transferred for modest sums. Also a sensational note titled A NIGHT OF TERROR recounts a Machias widow’s survival from pneumonia through Dr King s New Discovery, touted as a cure for throat chest and lung diseases. Additional ad copy promotes DeWitt s Little Early Risers and other patent medicines available from local druggists.
C W Lyfe sues Illinois Central for back wages totaling 719.80 with interest dating from December 12, 1900. The case, begun in district court with a jury already selected, covers claimed oral wage increases from 12 to 18 to 74 cents per hour and includes detailed hourly accounts through December 1900.
John 3 Halloway of French Camp Mississippi recounts thirty years of chronic diarrhea and miraculous relief after using Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy. He urges others to keep the remedy within reach, noting complete recovery after several bottles. For sale by all druggists.
Admiral Evans denied telling Schley that Captain Phillips of Texas fled or attempted to flee at Santiago. Reporter T. W. Dienardo on Texas bridge testified he heard Phillips order to stop engines and steer hard starboard as Brooklyn passed, but not to “hack engines.” Captain Sigsbee also testified today.
One Hundred Dollars reward offered for an incurable catarrh case. F J Cheney & Co plus IWEST TRUAX Walding Kinnan Marvin endorse the remedy. Hall's Catarrh Cure claimed to act on blood and mucous surfaces. price 75¢. Testimonials from Norma Sliver and Turner Brow note cures with One Minute Cough Cure referenced.
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