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Newspaper

Westville Indicator

Location

Westville, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Apr 27, 1899

Page

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Nervine advertised as brain and nerve tonic

An advertisement extols Dr Miles Nervine and Restorative Nervine as a brain and nerve food and tonic to calm nerves and aid digestion. It includes patient testimonials from W. W. Cox of Marshall Mine and Sam McKelvy of Denton Texas, plus a Tilton New Hampshire case, and offers a free sample treatment by mail from Elkhart Indiana.

Miles’ Nervine Miles W. W. Cox Marshall Sam McKelvy Denton Texas Dr. Miles E. H. Proctor Tilton, N. H Dr. Miles Medical Co Elkhart Ind

National Baptist Anniversaries Set for San Francisco

Nickel Plate agents hold complete info on round trip rates and schedules for the National Baptist Anniversaries events in San Francisco California from May 26 to 30 and will supply details to travelers seeking low fares.

National Baptist San Francisco Cal Nickel Plate Road

Illinois booklet highlights California route resources

The Chicago and Northwestern Railway issued a neatly printed illustrated booklet describing California state resources and the route, with map and attractions. Requests for a free copy should be sent to the General Passenger and Ticket Agent in Chicago, Illinois, with two cents postage.

Chicago & Northwestern Ry California Chicago Lll

Wood for Sale Near Westville by Nicholas Geisen

Nicholas Geisen announces stove wood for sale two miles northwest of Westville. Send card to him via Otis for prompt attention.

Nicholas Geisen Westville Otis

Auction notice lists horse and wagon interests

One hall advertises interest in 10 horses with various harness setups 4 double harness 8 single harness 12 surreys 2 hacks 11 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 wholesome coffee substitute forbetter sleep

Grain-O offers a non stimulative drink that resembles coffee in taste and appearance. Aimed at nervous people and children, it nourishes and cheers without disturbing sleep. Sold by grocers at 15 and 2c per package.

Seed coupon offer for Sterling Silver Bracelet promotion

Readers can secure a jewelry option by distributing flower seed coupons to friends. Send name and address with three 2c stamps to American Seed Co. 335 Broadway New York for a package of seeds $1.00 in coupons and full details.

American Seed Co Broadway N. Y

Grain-O the coffee substitute gains wide grocery store presence

Advertises Grain-O made from pure grains as a coffee substitute. Claims it suits delicate stomachs and can be used by children. Priced at 15 and 25 cents per package. Encourages trials and requests in stores.

Intriguing illustrated story mailed free for 2 cents

An offer from A H Waggener at 6 Jackson Place Indianapolis Indiana promotes a free illustrated story upon receiving 2 cents postage. The note lists Indianapolis as the location and provides a mail request for the item.

A. H. Waggener Jackson Place Indianapolis Ind

Trustee to Close Out Stock at Cost

On April 10, 1899 H. B. Herrold announces he will close out his entire grocery stock at cost for cash to focus on township duties. The stock is described as fresh new and staple and will be disposed of promptly at cost.

H. B. Herrold

Williams offers city property for sale or exchange

A. Williams announces city properties in Muskegon Michigan Stony Island and Washington Heights Chicago available for sale or exchange.

A. Williams Muskegon Mich Stony Island Washington Heights Chicago

Washington Township Count Notes and Local Moves

Miss Mamie Whitcomb drove to Valparaiso on Saturday. Jake Peoples plans a move west after taking a claim. Frank Beach hauled a wagon of fine potatoes to Valpar last week. Misses Lizzie and Ora White toured the area last Saturday. Elgie Austin shows improvement with warmer weather. Some teachers taught school last Saturday. The latest tasks include cleaning house and making garden.

Mamie Whitcomb Valparaiso Jake Peoples Frank Beach Valpar Lizzie Ora White Elgie Austin

New Discovery Cures Longstanding Cough

Annie E Springer of 1124 Howard Street Philadelphia testifies that Dr King's New Discovery for consumption completely cured her chronic hacking cough after other remedies failed. She says it removed chest pain and she can sleep again. Available at E T Scotts drug store 50 cents to 1.00 with free trial bottles and guaranteed satisfaction.

Annie E. Springer Howard Street Philadelphia Dr. King E. T. Scott’s

Wheat Damage Prompts Local Concern and Social Notes

In Tracy the wheat crop is badly damaged amid local rumors of new residences. Miss Lizzie Scott shows improvement while Miss Elsie Freeman visits from Union Mills. C E Goodall reports a fine awning and Chas Wildt painted for Goodall. The U P S C E social netted 4.30 as locals comment on driving team vigor and visiting relatives.

Lizzie Scott Elsie Freeman Union Mills E. M. Grover C. E. Goodall

Robbed the Grave By Electric Bitters Healed Philadelphia Man

John Oliver of Philadelphia recounts a near fatal illness with yellow skin sunken eyes and pain. After three physicians gave up a friend urged Electric Bitters and one bottle sparked improvement, three weeks restored health and saved his life at E T Scotts drug store selling for 50 cents.

John Oliver Philadelphia E. T. Scott

Frolics and Folks in Stringtown Social Notes

Tom Conlin paints his house. J L Conboy shipped cattle to Buffalo last week. A number from our town attended a dance at Mr and Mrs R 3 Marks in Morgan. Miss Kate Sullivan of Chicago is home for a week. Miss Dot Conboy visited Miss Belle Shannon in Laporte. Mrs Adam Volk hosts company from Chicago. House cleaning in every town home.

Tom Conlin J. L. Conboy Buffalo Bigelow Adam Volk Chicago

Cure Deafness by Constitutional Remedy Proclaimed

Hall's Catarrh Cure claims to cure deafness caused by inflammation of the Eustachian tube or chronic catarrh. The ad asserts most deafness stems from catarrh and promises one hundred dollars for any case cured by their remedy and offers free circulars from Cigner & Co. Toledo, with druggist sales nationwide.

Hall Cugner &* Co Toledo Drugg'sts

Local social notes from town visits and sickness

J B Gower is at Chicago on business. S S Davis remains on the sick list. Geo Kingsley was in Chicago Thursday. Wm Seberger of Aetna visited his parents Sunday. Mrs Fredricks visits her Chicago relatives. Eddie Schirr stayed with his parents Sunday. The Gower son has had measles. Cleon Burner and Will Seberger drove to Valparaiso Sunday. Bert Rohl and Mr Salah went to Michigan City Sunday. Eddie Rapp visited his parents Saturday. Mrs Fricke is on the sick list. Mr Wayde returned Friday night from Chicago. Joe Solner was at Burdick Monday. Mrs Rose Clayton was at Otis Friday. Martin Solner visited his brother Sunday. Mr Ben Wells of Hanna was in town Monday evening. Mrs S Shelley visited Westville Tuesday. Mr and Mrs Hollar were at Burdick.

Wm. Seberger Aetna Mrs. Fredricks Chicago Eddie Schirr Mrs. Gower Cleon Burner Will Seberger Valparaiso Bert Rohl Mr. Salah Michigan City Eddie Rapp Mrs. Fricke Mr. Wayde Joe Solner Burdick Rose Clayton Otis Martin Solner Ben Wells Hanna S. Shelley Westville Mrs. Hollar

Kidney trouble blamed on female weakness in old ad

An old advertisement argues that many women suffer from kidney and bladder trouble, not womb weakness, listing symptoms and urging Dr Kilmer's Swamp Root as a remedy. It offers a sample bottle and book by mail, asking readers to mention the Weatville INDICATOR.

Dr. Kilmer & Co Binghampton, N. Y

Reciprocity Amendment Debate Prompts Local Cigar Figures

Michigan City papers claim 5,475,000 cigars burn annually in town valued at 242,225 dollars and imagine benefits if made by local dealers. The text questions how to handle the reciprocity amendment amid those figures.

Michigan City

Baxter's Man Drake Bitters Guaranteed to Cure

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

E. T. Scott

Lumber and Post Dimensions For Barns Advertised

Classified notice lists lumber and posts for barns in various dimensions 20 by 30 feet, 30 by 40 feet, and heights 16 to 24 feet. The seller, Lon McKellips, invites requests for specific sizes.

McKellips

Pain Balm Claims Quick Relief for Rheumatism

It promises no cost if it fails to help and one application relieves pain. The product also treats sprains and claims faster results, claiming healing in one third the time of rival remedies.

Westville Commencement Celebrates A Year Of School Work

Annual commencement notes a successful year in Westville schools led by Professor Whitmer and assistants Misses Decia Martin Mabel Irwin Rose Cattron. Cantatas The Burdens of Birdland and The Awakening of Spring highlighted programs with pupils in named roles and a diploma ceremony for tenth year graduates and eighth grade certificates.

Westville Whitmer Decia Martin Mabel Irwin Rose Cattron Zephyr Brook

Final Exercises and Diploma Day at Local High School

Tuesday evening marked the final exercises with diplomas presented to tenth and eighth grade graduates including Blanche Dodd Polly Jessup Louise Brown Arrilla Herrold and Louise Miller Mable Winters Winnie Herrold Gertie Herrold Myrtle Martin Myron Clark Grover Herrold Rev Daniels delivered the address following an invocation by Rev Stockbarger. Musical selections featured mandolin and guitar clubs and a ladies quartet.

Blanche Dodd Polly Jessup Louise Brown Arrilla Herrold Louise Miller Mable Winters Winnie Herrold Gertie Herrold Myrtle Martin Myron Clark Grover Herrold Guitar Club Maud Terwilliger Jennie Gardner Polly, Jessup Virginia - Hatten Ee Ces Minnie Bloom

Remarkable Cure of Rheumatism in West Virginia

A West Virginia couple recounts a rheumatism attack that left the wife bedridden and unable to walk. After using Chamberlain's Pain Balm as directed, she rose and walked to breakfast the next morning and has not suffered a similar attack since. Sold by E. T Scott.

May Festival speakers announced at Epworth League event

The Epworth League announces next week’s May Festival with Rev. E. D. Smith to discuss TVS All In Your Mind and Dr. Schell on Then Aristocracy of Youth. A full course ticket is recommended for families and adults alike to gain from the program. Mrs. Walter Geist reports the recent WCTU convention in Laporte was successful with well-handled topics and renewed zeal.

E. D. Smith Dr. Schell Walter Geist Laporte Zeali

Hood's Sarsaparilla Ad claims family health benefits

In a testimonial from Milton Indiana John H Bowman credits Hood's Sarsaparilla with helping his family. The ad asserts Hood's Sarsaparilla aids female troubles and Hood's Pills relieve nausea headache biliousness indigestion and constipation.

Hood John H. Bowman Milton Indiana

Will Fight the Fish Law in Indiana

A Logansport meeting Thursday night organized to challenge the last general assembly fish and game law. The group targets section 4 barring May and June hook and line fishing in running streams and plans a circuit court suit to be filed in Logansport within days with funds raised by a dedicated committee.

Logansport General Assembly Indiana Loganeport

Indiana Counties and Townships Distribution Highlight

The report lists Indiana counties and township counts. Allen County leads with twenty townships, Laporte has nineteen, Kosciusko seventeen. Counts then decline: two counties fifteen, ten with fourteen, twelve with thirteen, sixteen with twelve, eleven with ten, twelve with nine, three with eight, two with seven, three with six, four with five, and two with four.

Indiana Allen County Laporte Kosciusko

Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy Guarantee Promises Refund

E. T. Scott offers a full guarantee on Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy. If a user is not satisfied after using two thirds of the contents, the money is refunded. The remedy is advertised as best in the world for lagrippe and cough and is claimed to be pleasant and safe to take. It is said to prevent any tendency of a cold to result in pneumonia.

Chamberlain E. T. Scott

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