Jerry Simpson a dying eccentric of Populist fame
A Roswell New Mexico deathbed profile recalls Jerry Simpson once known as Sockless Jerry the Populist icon. Born 1842 in New Brunswick, he rose from sailor to congressman and reformer, urging rail nationalization and antitrust stances while battling illness.
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Jerry Simpson
Lucy Clarke
Westville
W. H. Shafering
Andrew Kieffer
Roswell
New Mexico
Congress
Simpson
Sockleas
Republic
Bryan
New Brunswick
Oneida County
New York
Great Lakes
J H Rkautter
Toledo
Ludington
Marine Life
Abraham Lincoln
Farmers’ Alliance
People’s Party
Jerry
Washington
Chester Long
Barberless Shaves the Latest Discovery Draws Crowds
Dore Orden of Columbus Kentucky reports a mineral solution that removes facial hair without pain in minutes. The substance allegedly works by rubbing on the hair then washing off with water, leaving no after effects. Interest grows from public visitors and talk of barber shop use and possible military adoption.
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Dore Orden
Columbus
Hoosier Mining and Milling Company
Kentucky
Ogden
Mr. Ogden
United States
Army
Navy
Publicity of Electric Bitters Revival in Public Knowledge
Public aroused to Electric Bitters tonic for sick stomach liver and kidneys. Mary H Walters of Columbus Ohio reports months of illness ending in sudden relief and cure after using Electric Bitters. Guaranteed at E T Scotts drug store for 50 cents.
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Mary H. Walters
St. Clair Avve
Columbus O
E. T. Scott’s
Saving a Baby Girl's Battle with Disease
A Cumberland Maryland father recalls how his 11 month old daughter recovered from serious throat trouble after four bottles of Dr. King's New Discovery for Consumption Coughs and Colds. The medicine, sold at E T Scotts drug store with a trial bottle free, is claimed to cure coughs and colds.
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Gav
A. Eyler
Cumberland
Dr. King
E. T. Scott’s
Indiana Governor Accepts Conference on Uniform Divorce Law
Governor Hanly of Indiana replies to Governor Pennypacker of Pennsylvania, promising to appoint delegates to a Washington conference on a uniform divorce law. He notes Indiana lacks formal provisions for such delegation but believes capable citizens will serve without expectation of reward beyond duty fulfilled.
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Pennypacker
Pennsylvania
Hanly
Washington, D.C
Congress
Indiana
Clarence Dodd Weds Inez Cutter in Tacoma Union
Westville Bay Wednesday in Tacoma Washington saw the marriage of Clarence Dodd formerly of this place and Miss Inez Cutter formerly of Angola Indiana. They plan to reside in Tacoma after a short stay in Victoria British Columbia. The bride is described as a musician of ability.
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Tacoma
Wash
Clarence Dodd
Inez Cutter
Angola
Ind
Victoria
B.C
Pacific Northwest scenic booklet offers growth and resources
The Chicago & North-Western Railway issued a illustrated booklet on the Pacific Northwest highlighting scenery, natural resources, and rapid growth. It notes low excursion rates for The Lewis and Clark Exposition and shows tours from Chicago and the East. Requests for the booklet can be sent with 4 cents in stamps to A. H. Waggener in Chicago.
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Chicago
Chicago & North-Western By
Omaha
Cheyenne
Granger
St. Paul
Minneapolis
Colorado
Utah
Lake McDonald Country
Canadian Rockies
California
Yellowstone Park
Lewis and Glare Centennial
Pacific Northwest
A. H. Waggener
Fifth Ave
Chicago & North-Western R’y
East
Trav. Agt
Chicago, Ill
Quick Relief for Asthma Sufferers
Foley's Honey and Tar provides immediate relief to asthma sufferers in severe stages. If taken promptly it will effect a cure according to E T Scott druggist.
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Foley
E.T. Scott
Remedy Ad and Fare List Seen in Local Notices
An advertisement touts H. B. Herrold Lump Jaw Remedy claiming cure for all, and Hollister's Rocky Mountain Tea offered at 35 cents. A rail fare update shows the Wabash line raising round trip to Chicago to $1.81 with nearby stations priced from $1.55 to $2.24.
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H. B. Herrold
Gus
Hollister
T. Scott
Wabash
Chicago
Kingsbury
Magee
Crocker
Aetna
Social Visits and Travel Notes From Local Residents
Mrs. Sarah McAuliffe and daughter Marie of Chicago called on friends here Tuesday. Mr and Mrs John Glass and sons of Chicago spent Sunday at Mr Sie berger s. Mr and Mrs Lewis Adams of La porte visited here Sunday. Mr and Mrs Harry Norton of Chesterton and Mr and Mrs Lester Haller of Burdick were guests of Mr and Mrs F B Vogler Saturday night. Miss Ruth Lowe left Wednesday for a visit with grandparents in Burr Oaks Michigan. Miss Maggie Moore of Rolling Prairie dined with Miss Clara Mohr Tuesday. Mrs Josephine Dankert spent a few days last week in Chicago and was accompanied home by her nephews. Miss Hannah Witte is at an institute in Laporte this week. Mr and Mrs Morton and daughter of Laporte were guests of Mr and Mrs E E Pratt Sunday. Miss Ruth Curran visited Emma Goodwin at Burdick Monday. Mr and Mrs Oliver Wells attended the funeral of the former s uncle at Kingsbury Friday. Several from here attended the Glass reunion at Mrs Sibrell s Saturday and reported a fine time. Mrs Davis of Michigan City plans a few weeks with her daughter Mrs Solner. Mrs Hackett and son Rosa were passengers to Laporte Friday. Mrs William Kiesel spent Tuesday at Wearville. Mrs Albert Witte and children visited Michigan City friends Friday.
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Lewis Adams
Laporte
Harry Norton
Chesterton
Ira
Lester Haller
Burdick
F. B. Vogler
Ruth Lowe
Burr Oaks
Mich
Maggie Moore
Rolling Prairie
Clara Mohr
Josephine Dankert
Chicago
Hannah Witte Ia
Institute
Davis
Michigan City
Solner
Hackett
Rosa
William Kiesel
Wearville
Albert Witte
Kilmer's Swamp Root Promises Kidney Relief
An advertorial text promotes Kilmer's Swamp Root as a universal remedy for kidneys liver and bladder. It claims sediment indicates kidney trouble and touts free samples and mail order offers from Dr Kilmer Home of Swamp Root at Binghamton New York.
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Omer
Emeline C. Hanna
First Baptist Church
Troy
N. Y
David Kennedy
David Reeneggs
Rondout
N.Y
J. D. Kennedy
Digging Em Up At North Judson Back Scratching Fad
In North Judson a peculiar practice spreads as residents report an epidemic of insect bites. The small deep black flea leaves hive like abrasions and pin sized holes, complicating efforts by doctors druggists chemists and veterinarians to control the pest.
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North Judson
Ilso
Pinkerton Theory Fails to Link Suspect in Bank Robbery
The Pinkerton agency failed to connect Jerry Stewart alias Phil Sheridan to the Weatgille bank robbery and Wesley Reynolds murder case. Stewart had been under observation, but his arrest in Terre Haute did not prove the suspected link, and he was released today.
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Weatgille Bank
Wesley Reynolds
Smith Bank
Pinkerton
Jerry Stewart
Phil Sheridan
Stewart
Terre Haute
Cholera remedy advertised by Herrold’s flag
An advertisement promotes Herrold's flag as a cholera remedy that both prevents and cures the disease. It invokes claims of efficacy and health benefits for sufferers and at risk individuals.
Industrial Locations for New Manufacturing Firms on C N W Ry
The Chicago and North-Western Railway Company offers information on suitable points along its lines for manufacturing establishments. Thriving cities with material and market facilities are available. Parties seeking locations for new industries should apply for particulars at Industrial Capt. C and N W Ry 215 Jackson Building Chicago.
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Chicago & North-Western Railway Co
Addreesa Industrial Capt
Jackson Bould
Chicago
G A R Encampment Trip From Chicago To Denver
Railroad advertising notes a $2000 color travel offer from Chicago to Denver and return via Union Pacific and Northwestern lines for the G A R encampment in Denver. Two fast trains daily with special conducted trips leaving Chicago September 21 and through service from Denver. Includes lodging side trips and information from agent at 22 Fifth Ave Chicago.
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Chicago
Denver
Central States
Fifth Ave
Til
Harvest Prosperity Brings New Homes in the West
The west faces its largest harvest on record with farmers mechanics and merchants thriving. A chance to start new homes under favorable conditions is noted. Round trip tickets offered on the first and third Tuesday each month at reduced rates. Write for free booklets maps and information to W B Koiskern at P T M C & N W R y Chicago IL.
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Caicago, Il
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Valparaiso, Ind
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Michigan City Mail
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Jou Beb
Westville Directory
B. W. Hollenbeck
A. Williams
Laporte County
G. F. Swan
Wastville
J. N. Kelly, M.D
F. P. Herrold
Bank OF Westville
E S Smith
Amenzo Mann
Hotel Westville
Taporte Directory
Frank E. Osborn
Andrews Bank
G10
Main St. Laporte, Ind
Fr. R. Liddell
Anderson ,& Co, Real Estate & Insurance
Crawford's Crockery Store
Ihetor
Ira J. Burch
J. Vene Dorland
Scott Block
Llaporte
Stephen Zeltner
Maple City Bakery
J. H. McLean
England
Kansas City
Sommerfield
J. E. Shultz
Restaurant & Bakeryanklin
Michigan
IFD
Schutt
Franklin Street
Fourth and
Franklin
New Durham
Andrew J. Shank
M. A. Miller
Valparaiso
Rockwell and Stockman Attys
Leatherman’s
E. T. Scott
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