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Newspaper

Westville Indicator

Location

Westville, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Apr 20, 1899

Page

3

Two Children Saved by Dr Miles Nervine Cure

Letter from Texas parents tells how their fourteen year old son in Fulton Kentucky suffered rheumatism and loss of speech and limbs but recovered after using Dr Miles Restorative Nervine. Their daughter Grace soon followed with similar recovery. Local pharmacists and Prof Nash endorse the remedy and a free trial sample offer is printed.

Miles Nervine Onr Grace J. C. Oconner Willis Texas

Scout Bound Freight and Passenger Services Details

Schedule data shows freight routes and passenger carries with times 9:15 am 6:40 pm and 7:52 pm 3:43 pm 6:49 am. Named officials include Frank J. Rezp General Passenger Agent W H McDoxe Vice President and Gen Manager Cons H HocKWELL Traffic Manager E N Steppenson Agent.

Frank J. Rezp W.H. McDoxe Cons H. Hockwell E. N. Steppenson

Barn Timber Offer by Lon McKellips

Offer to supply lumber posts and sills for barns of various sizes including 20 by 30 and 30 by 40 feet with options for 16 18 20 or 24 foot lengths. Authority Lon McKellips.

Wood for sale in Westville area by Nicholas Geisen

Nicholas Geisen announces stove wood for sale 24 miles northwest of Westville. A card to him at Otis will receive prompt attention.

Nicholas Geisen Westville Otis

Auction notice of hourse equipment for trade

Qne half interest in 10 horses set double harness sin k harness 12 surreys 2 backs 1 3 seated 7 cutters 1 lumber wagon 1 set bob-sled wood rack robes and blankets. Will trade for stock real estate or cash. Inquire at this office.

Grain-O: A Grain Beverage for Children

An old advertisement touts Grain-O as a nourishing coffee substitute made from pure grains. It claims Grain-O tastes like coffee when prepared properly and costs about 15c to 25c, with all grocers selling it.

Spark promotional seed coupon offer from American Seed Co

Readers are urged to send their name and address with three 2c stamps to 335 Broadway New York to receive a seed package plus $1 in coupons and full seed details. The promotion promises jewelry items like sterling bracelets watches and diamond rings as possible rewards.

American Seed Co Broadway N. Y

Grain-O food drink promising as coffee substitute

Ask your grocer today to show you Grain-O the new drink that replaces coffee. Children may drink it without injury as well as adults. It has the rich seal brown color of mocha but is made from pure grains and agreed by delicate stomachs. Price 15c and 25c per package sold by all grocers.

Java

A Thrilling Night Ride Illustration Offered Free

An illustrated story titled A THRILLING NIGHT'S RIDE will be mailed free upon receipt of 2 cents postage. The offer is by A H Waggener at 6 Jackson Place Indianapolis Ind.

A. H. Waggener Jackson Place Indianapolis Ind

Trustee Seeks Cash Sale of Entire Grocery Stock

On April 10, 1899 H. B. Herrold announces a complete cash sale at cost to wind down his grocery stock. He explains that duties as township trustee prevent proper store management and demands of other interests, leaving fresh and staple goods to be cleared promptly.

H. B. Herrold

Williams offers city properties for sale or exchange

A. Williams announces city property for sale or exchange in Aluskegon Michigan Stony Island and Washington Heights Chicago.

A. Williams Aluskegon Mich Stony Island Washington Heights Chicago

Sixty sixth birthday party noted and visits around Laporte

Mrs James Wilson and Mrs W S Tilden attended a surprise party at Mrs O Groth's home for her fiftieth birthday last Thursday. Edith Williams is on the sick list. Our school will close this week. Various locals, including Frank Tilden Dot Conboy and Tom Forrester, called on neighbors Sunday evening and Sunday.

John Wm. Cannon Laporte James Wilson W. S. Tilden O. Groth Edith Williams Frank Tilden Dot Conboy Robert Mark T.B. Wilson Wanatah Oscar Gillham W.S. Tilden Ralph Rambo Westville Wyman Bushnell Dr. Fisher Tom Forrester Robert Marks

Deafness cure ad and small town notes at Pinhook

Local column lists medical ad promising Hall's Catarrh Cure with a $100 guarantee and outlines ear illness causes. It also includes town updates: William Maxwell ill, Dr Hollenbeck attending, Garwood lumber work, school closings, church event, visitors, exams, and residents’ moves and orders.

William Maxwell Hollenbeck William Garwood Charles Garwood New Barn

Electric Bitters and cures for scrofula advertised by D B Cargile

Dr D B Cargile of Washita I T advertises Electric Bitters as a cure for Mrs Brewer's scrofula and years of sores. The patent remedy is praised as a blood purifier for eczema and other skin issues. It claims to stimulate liver kidneys and bowels, expel poison, aid digestion, and build strength. 50 cents. Sold by E T Scott. Guaranteed.

D. B. Cargile Washita I. T E. T. Scott

Local notes and garden chatter from Valparaiso visit and early farming

Mrs Efla Carpenter of Valparaiso visited friends here last Saturday. Some residents plant early potatoes and farmers sow oats this week. Spring weather confirms winter wheat killed by severe cold. Ladies society met at Mrs William Bohland’s. Township schools to close in about a month ahead of the annual picnic in mid spring.

Efla Carpenter Valparaiso Ciety William Bohland

Hood's Pills Promise Regulated Digestion and Vitality

An advertisement claims Hood's Pills ease biliousness headaches heartburn and constipation, promising regulation of digestive organs and renewed energy after use. The notice mentions selling through medicine dealers and cites experiences of others as proof. It also references Marion Indiana veterans home and a printer’s note about misused honorifics for two women.

Hood

Hood's Sarsaparilla and Pills Promote Health

People troubled by disease from impure blood or weak health may take Hood's Sarsaparilla with confidence that it will help. Millions use it as spring medicine, proving it is what the system needs. Hood's Pills are the best family cathartic and liver tonic. Gentle reliable sure.

Hood

Local Notes From Wanatah and Nearby Towns

The supper at Mrs Rosa Rosenbaum s last Wednesday was well attended. J C Ordaung is on the sick list. William Hammond spent last Sunday in South Bend. Misses Clara Yarger and Carrie Reaiabough shopped in Laporte last Saturday. L W Austin and wife visited friends here late last week. Dr Denison and daughter of Columbus Ind returned home Monday after four weeks away. Miss Martha Kiel exercised her new bicycle Sunday. Prof E G Bunnell conducted the examination at Wanatah Saturday. D M Barber purchased a driving horse from A H Richardson Monday. Fishing seems to be the rage nowadays.

Stringtown J. C. Ordaung William Hammond South Bend

Kilmer Swamp Root Promises Kidney Relief Advert

An old advertisement touts Kilmer Swamp Root as a cure for kidney bladder and urinary issues with offers of free sample bottle and booklet by mail. Separate item notes Westville school closing events including cantatas Burdens of Birdland Spring and a Tuesday lecture by Rev Daniels.

Westville Daniels Laporte

Local visitors and households share Sunday sightings

J E DeWolfe and daughter Gertrude visited Mr Stalander on Sunday. Bismarck Neimer and wife and baby went to the farm Thursday. Henry Schelar and mother moved to the city last week. Mr and Mrs Marion Carver of the city passed through on Sunday. Mrs August Wiseman and children of Burdick visited her parents Mr and Mrs John Kiefer Thursday. Mike Timm and family were on our streets Sunday.

Bismarck Neimer Henry Schelar Marion Carver August Wiseman Burdick John Kiefer Mike Timm

Local residents and visitors make rounds in Otis area

August Wiseman of Burdick spent Sunday with Mr and Mrs John Kiefer. Robert Brinkmann bought calves here recently. L C Snyder of Otis visited Sunday. William Miller traveled with fat cattle bought south of here. George Forbes and daughter called on friends Friday. twenty five years apart since his last visit. The boys enjoy riding wheels in the good weather. George Hendricks was in Otis Sunday. Mrs Albert Sebert and baby visited her parents. Mr Sebert returned home Sunday evening. Mr Witte of the city passed through Sunday. Binnie Kiefer visited her parents Sunday. Frank Badur of Otis was breaking costs on our pavement. Henry Snyder says roads to the city are improving. Will Luchtman of the city visited his parents Monday. John Mearing was on our streets. Mamie Farber visited her parents.

August Wiseman Burdick John Kiefer Robert Brinkmann L. C. Snyder Otis William Miller George Forbes Mr. Forbes George Hendricks Albert Sebert Baby Mr. Sebert Mr. Witte Binnie Kiefer Frank Badur Henry Snyder Will Luchtman John Mearing

Lady’s Cure Story Propels Dr King’s New Discovery

Mrs. Luther Lutz of Shelby North Carolina credits seven years of illness with eventual recovery after using Dr King’s New Discovery for consumption. One bottle eased her cough and allowed sleep, two bottles resulted in complete relief. W. C. Hamnick & Co endorses the remedy with free trial bottles at E I Scott's drug store and full guarantees.

Dr. King Luther Lutz W. C. Hamnick & Co Shelby, N.C E. ‘I. Scott's

Baxter's Man Drake Bitters Refund Guarantee Notice

The undersigned offer a money refund on two 25 cent bottles or boxes of Baxter's Man Drake Bitters if it fails to cure constipation biliousness sick headache jaundice loss of appetite sour stomach dyspepsia liver complaint or other diseases claimed. Spring tonic and blood purifier sold liquid in bottles and tablet in boxes. Price 25 cents each package guaranteed satisfaction or money refunded. E. T. Scott.

Baxter E. T. Scott

County Fair Dates Set for September Weekend

A county fair will be held this year on September 26 to 29. One hundred shares have been subscribed to secure the event, with stock to be issued this week by secretary J Vene Dorland. The executive committee includes Hall Lower Wall. finance heads Rogers Hixon Taylor. advertising Orleans Nichols Anderson. special attractions Orr Darrow. women’s department led by Mrs Miller and officers. superintendents listed for various divisions such as Mechanical Sheep Horses Hogs Agriculture Bees Stalls Gates Track Floral hall and Marshals.

J. Vene Dorland Wh. A. Hall S. W. Lower John Wall Nichols W.T. Anderson MM. L. Orr L. Darrow Woman's Department W. C. Miller Geo. W. Dakin E. O. Craft Catee Riley Small Jake Ackerman D. P. Crosser Ernest Bement E. T. McLellan S. M. Closser Gates John Oakes F. C. McClung W. A. Banks Floral Hall F.C. Mann Marshal Amenzo Mann

Rheumatism relief claim for Chamberlain's Pain-Balm

An advertisement touts Chamberlains Pain Balm as a free trial remedy for rheumatism and other pains. It promises one application relieves pain and notes quicker healing for sprains and bruises.

May Festival program at M E church features Epworth events

The Epworths announce the annual May Festival at the M E church on May 2 4 5 with low prices. Highlights include piano solos Miss Elsie Smith soprano solo Miss Nellie Flagel and the Euterpe Trio with a lecture by Rev E D Smith. The paper urges local citizens especially youths to attend.

M. E Epworths Elsie Smith Edwin A. Schell Epworth League Schell Euseas Euterpe Scat guAndle Rhleneees Bebe M. Walton Sehshga Raergr Vestal Nellie Flagel Stev. E. D. Smith Smith

Remarkable Care of Rheumatism in West Virginia Wife

A West Virginia man reports his wife’s rheumatism attack left her bedridden and unable to walk. After using Chamberlains Pain Balm per directions, she walked to breakfast the next morning without aid and has not had a similar attack since. Sold by E. T Scott.

Obituary Notes for Amanda M Hill and Allen Dolph

Amanda M Hill of Manlius New York born September 23 1813 died April 16 1899 aged 85 years 6 months and 23 days survived by son Edwin Nowlin Syracuse NY daughter Rhoda Eggleston Chicago IL married to Samuel Nowlin and Rev C A Stockbarger conducted funeral at Jackson Center burial Carter cemetery Allen Dolph aged 70 of Deshler area died after kidney illness married Cassie Avery in July at Valparaiso prior residents of Minnesota buried at Westville with G A B honors Martin Post G A B assisted burial remarks by the comrades

Amanda M. Hill Manlus Onondaga County New York Samuel Nowlin Edwin Nowlin Syracuse N. Y Rhoda Eggleston Chicago Jackson Township Porter County Methodist Church Jackson Center C. A. Stockbarger Carter Cemetery Allen Dolph Deshler Cassie Avery Valparaiso Minnesota Mr. Dolph Co. E 12Th Michigan Vol Westville Martin Post

Chamberlain's Cough Remedy Guaranteed and Refund Promise

E. T. Scott guarantees every bottle of Chamberlain's Cough Remedy and will refund the purchase after two thirds used if not satisfied. Described as the best remedy for lagrippe and cough, pleasant and safe to take, and claimed to prevent colds from turning into pneumonia.

E. T. Scott Chamberlain

Ladies, See The Nicest Line Of Wash Fabrics In Laporte

Davidson and Porter showcase a new assortment of wash fabrics in Laporte inviting ladies to visit and select from a refined display. The friendly shop ambiance promises quality materials and stylish patterns.

Laporte Davidson & Porter

Also Mentioned on This Page

Fulton George J. C. O’conner Dr. Miles Dr. Miles Medical Co Elkhart Lod Mass West MONON Scoute Bound Worth Michigan Lon. McCkellips Monarch Senour Qour Morgan Hall F. J. Cuenex & Co Toledo Druggsts T5c the Kid Cleon Burner Pinhook School Pinhook John Cathcart Beaver Dam John Classen Charles Garwood’s Pearl Poston John Luth Emigh Lela Cathcart Bigelow Hood’s Marion Hanna Clara Yarger Carrie Reaiabough L. W. Austin Dr. Kilmer & Co Binghampton Westville Indica-Tor Gleason Station J. E. DeWolfe Gertrude Mamie Farber Finance Geo. W. Hogers Edward Hixon James Taylor Kenna, Jackson Co W. Va
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