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Newspaper

Westville Indicator

Location

Westville, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Apr 06, 1899

Page

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Nervine touted as remedy for nervous women ailments

An advertisement claims Dr Miles Restorative Nervine and related products cure nerve weakness among women. It cites testimonials from Mrs L J Burke of St Albans and Mrs Charlotte Elg of Idaho Falls and offers a free trial package of Nervine Anti Pain Pills and Nerve and Liver Pills through the Dr Miles Medical Co in Elkhart Indiana.

Miles Dr. Miles Charlotte Elg Idaho Falls Idaho Dr. Miles Medical Co Elkbart Ind

Easter News From County Correspondence

Miss Helen Schirr of Michigan City spent Easter with her parents Mr and Mrs Louis Schirr. Easter services were held at Catholic and Lutheran churches. Mr and Mrs Frank Barbour visited Michigan City friends Friday. Will Rapp of Chicago stayed with his parents. The infarct child of Mr and Mrs Robert Wilkinson is very low with membranous croup. Herbert Cane of Burdick seen on our streets Sunday. Misses Nettie Somner and Clara Rapp attended Master Theo Dunlap’s surprise Easter party. S S Davis remains on the sick list.

Frank Barbour Michigan City Will Rapp Chicago Robert Wilkinson Herbert Cane Burdick Nettie Somner Clara Rapp Theo Dunlap

Cure Deafness with Constitutional Remedies

A medical advertisement explains deafness results from inflamed Eustachian tubes and catarrh. It claims nine of ten cases stem from catarrh and promises a $100 reward for any case not cured by Hall's Catarrh Cure. Circulars are offered free from F. J. Ongeney & Co. Toledo Ohio. Sold by druggists for 75 cents.

Hall F. J. Ongeney & Co Toledo Drugg‘sta

Washington Township Social Notes Mixed With Local Moves

Mrs Linberg visited Mrs Adsit last week. Will Green and family are sick. Julius Mitzoer drove to Wanatah. Jesse Watts in Valparaiso. Abe Hermance has a felon on his hand. Frank Hill moved to Nancy Carter's place. Will Maxwell bought a cow from T Watts last week.

Jesse Watts Valparaiso Abe Hermance Frank Hill Nancy Carter Will Maxwell T. Watts

Prominent Hannibal Man Credits New Discovery Cure

Hannibal resident J. E. Lilly recounts recovery from typhoid fever that led to pneumonia after using Dr King s New Discovery. He says one bottle brought relief and full recovery followed with continued use. The medicine is sold in regular 50 cent and 1 00 sizes with free trial bottles at E T Scott s drug store.

J. E. Lilly Hannibal E. T. Scott’s

Wintry Start Hinders Spring Farm Work Prospects

Residents note lingering cold as spring tasks stall. Easter markers pass with frog calls still unheard. Mrs. Katherine Osborn returns from a Kansas visit. Families of Cathcart Howell and Slocum join Easter at Hol Slocum's. Teachers from the township attend the Ft Teachers Association.

Katherine Osborn Kansas John Cathcart Nora S. P. Howell Hol Slocum Julia Sullivan Alice Slocum Adda Lee Teachers Association

Local News Roundup From Sunday Socials and Names

S Pb Kern visited Albert Myers Sunday and James Wilson owns a wild goose. The cat bears a large boil on its neck. Henry Billows alias Famous Trapper alias Patrick Milligan had fortune told by Robert Marks. Louis Facklamum visits Hanna beauties. The Sunday school organizing proved successful and calls for continued support. Marie Gushe spent Sunday night with Lizzie Gillham. W S Tilden visited daughter Mrs Robert Marks. Dr Matthews plans a Laporte permanent office April 10. James Rosenbaum shared Easter supper at James Wilson's. Robert Marks owns a fierce scotch terrier. N I T A trip to Ft Wayne praised. Glen and Florence Wilson visited Edith Cameron. George Lucas from Chicago visits relatives here. Hubert Rhinehart attended Sunday school.

Henry Billows Famous Trapper Patrick Milligan Robert Marks W. S. Tilden Dr. Matthews Laporte Ft. Wayne Glen Florence Wilson Edith Cameron George Lucas Chicago

Electric Bitters Promised for Health and Beauty

A promotional notice touts Electric Bitters as the best medicine to regulate stomach liver and kidneys and purify the blood. It claims the remedy creates strong nerves bright eyes smooth skin and a rich complexion making a run down invalid into a good looking charming woman. Available for 50 cents at E T Scotts drug store.

E. T. Scott

Circuit Court Notes Show Dismissals and Docket Changes

Judge Biddle presided last week with several cases disposed or continued. Dismissals included state v Krueger and state v Rosenbaum. Alfred Zabrt and Frank Ste vins petty larceny matters continued. a divorce granted to Lettie Speckine. a foreclosure set for next term. other cases advanced or dismissed as agreed.

Biddle Circuit Dollie Scarce C. F. Lofmann Alfred Zahrt Frank Stevens James Norton Frank C. Folant John C. Christman Frank E. Osborn Wm. Krueger Emma Rosenbaum Chas. E. Foster Shadrach H. Carey Circuit Court Herman Speckine Lettie Speckine Dollie State of Indiana Alfred Zabrt Frank Stevins Krueger Emma Roesenbaum Hanna Austin

Motion for new trial filed in Scarce-Lefmann suit

A motion for a new trial was filed in the Scarce-Lefmann suit and a bill of exception was filed. Several local adults visited, including Mr and Mrs Malcome Standiford who spent Friday at Lewis Davidson's for sleighing.

Scarce-Lefmann Malcome Standiford Lewis Davidson’s Chas. Garwood Laporte

Hood's Sarsaparilla and Pills Promote Health

An ad proclaims Hood's Sarsaparilla purifies blood to restore health and cure spring humors and fatigue. Hood's Pills are recommended for nausea headache biliousness and liver ills with a price of 25 cents.

Hood

Community Notes From Union Mills and Nearby

Union Mills residents host guests from Ohio and Michigan City while C C Blodgett returns from Whit ing with granddaughter Vona McCarthy. Local church services occur with Rev Grimes taking leave. Rebekah lodge plans and confers degrees with Lone Star Lodge Hanna guests. Visitors include M C Croup LaPorte and Belle Clark Westville. supper follows at town hall.

Paul LaPorte Lancie Smith Mesers A. G. McGregor Will Goodwin John Lloyd Carrie Doolittle Mattie Terry Bessie Freeman Association Fort Wayne Eanter M. E Grimes Rebekah Lone Star Lodge Hanna M. C. Croup Belle Clark Westville

Kidney Trouble Beyond Age Warns in Westville Indicator

An advertisement extols kidney disease as a leading illness affecting all ages and classes, listing symptoms such as back pain, frequent urination, and uric acid in urine. It promotes Dr Kilmer's Swamp Root as a cure, offering a free sample bottle and a book by mail from Kilmer Co. in Binghamton New York, noting the reader saw the offer in the Westville Indicator.

Bright Swamp Root Dr. Kilmer & Co Binghampton N. Y Montion Westville

Grip Hangs On and Dr Miles Nervine Advertised

The article claims grip cannot be treated by ancient methods and promotes Dr Miles Nervine as a universal remedy for grip and its after effects. It includes a testimonial from John F. Muisner of Cedar Springs Mich and offers free samples via the Dr Miles Medical Co Elkhart Ind.

la Grippe Miles’ Nervine LaGrippe Grand Rapids Dr. Miles John F. Muisner Cedar Springs Mich Miles Dr. Mile Dr. Miles Medical Co Elkhart Ind

Tracy Notes Spring Hopes And Local Events

April brings drier roads and better weather in Tracy. Easter services were replaced by impromptu exercises at the M. P. church with Mr. J. A. Elis delivering a fine paper. Rev. M. C. Daniels attended a German mission district meeting in Michigan. The Tracy Christian Endeavorers plan an entertainment and box social on Friday evening April 14.

Local notes from Chicago and Fort Wayne

J L Conboy has been in Chicago for a week. Mrs Thomas Conlin is on the sick list. We had two days vacation in our schools last week as teachers attended the association meeting at Fort Wayne. Frank Tilden of Indian Point was on our streets Sunday. Frank Cowboy is now at Davis. Mr Sullivan is improving his residence with a good coat of paint. Le A Eaton is doing the work.

Pin Hook A. B. Miner Florence Cathcart Laporte McKellips Milks Geist’s Chas. Young Tony Francis Albert Cole Martin Chicago Thomas’ Conlin Association Fort Wayne Frank Tilden Indian Point Frank Cowboy Davis Mr. Sullivan le A. Eaton

Hood's Sarsaparilla Promises Health Outside and In

Early 1900s patient testimonials claim Hood's Sarsaparilla improves skin, blood, digestion, and vitality. Mrs Jor Marti credits relief from catarrh after use. J B Emerton says dyspepsia and liver issues improve with the remedy. Hood's Pills advertised as a non irritating liver cathartic.

Hood Jor Marti Washington St Ogdensburg N. Y J. B. Emerton Main Street Auburn

Cows Ill in Neighborhood and Home Repairs Planned

A number of cows in the neighborhood are reported sick. House cleaning is under discussion. Henry Bowman plans spring repairs on his house. Sam Campbell was seen on the streets.

Henry Bowman Sam Campbell

Interesting illustrated story mailed free with 2 cents

An offer from A. H. Waggener of 6 Jackson Place Indiana polis Ind promotes a mailed free illustrated story upon receipt of 2 cents postage. The item emphasizes immediate postage and direct delivery details.

Jackson Place Indianapolis Ind

Also Mentioned on This Page

Miles’ Nervinbe City Hall Kreidler Otis Helen Schirr Mrs Louis Schirr S.S. Davis Cleon Burner de Long Will Svekine Arthur Fausch C. R. Warren F. R. Warren S. S. Davis J. B. Grover Weatville Ethel Burner Washington Township Julius Mitzoer Wanatah Aunee SAN Anmaaeas de Wee Clude Nee Shincoyg Michigan Aire Frank J. Reep W. O On the Ilinois Central R. B. In Southern Illinois Aleo Dgoetan Yazoo Mississippi Caten Sea Yazoo Valley Ee Coroineanrs &c Sam Ey Lon. McKellips Nicholas Geisen Ema A BES Bigelow ST. Jacobs OL ST. Jacobs Oil S. Pb. Kern Albert Myers James Wilson Louis Facklamum Hanna Beauties Marie Gushe Lizzie Gillham James Rosenbaum Hubert Rhinehart Circuit Court Notes Pin Hoox the Kid Union Mills Mrs. Gard Ohio Mr. Storm H. B. Gard C. C. Blodgett Whiting Vona McCarthy Mrs. Blodgett Tracy M. P J. A. Elis M. C. Daniels Michigan C. E. Goodall Northern Indiana Teachers’ Association Hunt T. E. Manno Paul Elis Tracy Christian Endeavorers Stringtown John W
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