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Newspaper
Westville Indicator
Location
Westville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 02, 1897
Page
4
Edith and Nelsine debate sending for a doctor as the Campbell boys race to fetch help. Ailing man lies on the emerald surface while fear and hesitation mix with the hope of saving him. Edith insists on action, Nelsine clings to faith, and a sob marks the moment before the rider heads out.
Edith races across a sunburned prairie toward Hereford City to reach Cameron's ranch and save a wounded man. The journey tests her endurance as heat, fatigue, and doubt press in, while Mrs. Campbell's faith echoes in her perilous ride. She arrives exhausted at the gate, seeking Blythe with one final plea. To Be Continued.
Edith races from Campbell ranch to Cheyenne to fetch a doctor after a rattlesnake bite, as Mrs Campbell dispatches help and frets over the impossible odds. Edith remains resolute, planning to reach the patient despite perilous miles and rough terrain.
Andrew Jackson Springer born March 22 1528 in New York died November 27 1897 at his Chicago home He married Jane Kimball in 1873 and they had six children five alive along with wife and two sisters A Civil War veteran he enlisted August 22 1862 in Co H 149th New York Infantry discharged April 12 1864 He belonged to Martin Post G A R 216 funeral services were held at the home of Mrs Lydia Mason with burial at the local cemetery
Lieut Peary returns from Arctic exploration with fine collections and data for future trips. A 12 by 8 by 6 foot meteorite from Cape York, weighing 50 to 60 tons, was found at Melville Bay and moved to Brooklyn navy yard. Peary outlines plans for next year to push toward the pole with a mixed party of Esquimaux and whites, basing at Sherard Osborne fjord, backed by $150,000 from the American Geographical Society and five years of leave.
Advertises a treatment for deafness by constitutional means rather than local applications. Explains that deafness results from inflammation of the Eustachian tube and catarrh, and promises one hundred dollars for any cure they cannot achieve. Includes contact details J Coenor and Co Toledo Ohio and mentions Halts Catarrh Cure.
The Ladies Library Association expresses public recognition for the contributions and assistance given by Messis F. P. Herrold and E. E. Nichola and other gentlemen toward the success of their recent entertainment.
An old advertisement touts Cascarets as a candy cathartic that cures constipation forever. It claims a 10 cent price and offers a druggist refund if Cascarets fail to work.
The Chicago Milwaukee St. Paul Railway co offers an eight page illustrated circular with photographs of farm scenes in South Dakota. It is distributed free to seekers of new homes in the Middle Northwest. Send address to H F Hunter immigration agent 291 Dearborn st Chicago or W E Powell general immigration agent AGO a colony subdivision Chicago Ill
An old advertisement touts Dr Kilmer’s Swamp Root as a cure for bladder and urinary troubles. It claims relief from frequent urination pain and nocturnal trips, promising quick results and high cures. Sample bottle and pamphlet offered free by mail to readers who mention the INDICATOR.
At Indianapolis session the Grand Master Rheinhard announced that last year’s losses were recovered and membership reached a new high. The report lists 629 lodges, 43 185 members, net gain 552, total relief 164 264, 3 335 relieved, 188 widowed families aided, and burial and educational support. Grand Lodge receipts totaled 18 441 with expenses 316 359.
Mrs Maggie Myers of Williamsport Indiana reports months of severe stomach trouble eased after using Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin sold by Armstrong & Swank and at E. T. Scott's. The ad also touts Last Resort and Hood's Sarsaparilla and Universal Ointment as cures for colds pneumonia hay fever consumption piles and skin ailments with E. T. Scott as seller.
A new preparation named GRAND-v, made of pure grains, is advertised for use in grocery stores as a coffee substitute. It allegedly agrees with delicate stomachs and tastes like coffee, while costing far less. The note claims benefits for children and promotes Universal Cathartic Pills for constipation or billions. Sold by E. T. Scott.
An advertisement for Cascarets Candy Cathartic markets the product as a pleasant medical discovery that cleanses the kidneys liver and bowels and dispels colds headaches and biliousness. It promotes trial boxes for 10 25 and 50 cents and claims guaranteed cure by all druggists.
An advertisement touts Allen's Foot-Ease as a cure for painful swollen smarting feet and bunions. It claims instant sting relief, makes tight or new shoes feel easy, and offers trial packages and mail options. Sold by druggists and shoe stores.
A broad claim touts Cas Carets Candy Cathartic as a liver stimulant and intestinal tonic that guarantees cure or money refund. Advert states samples and booklets are free with prices 10c 25c 50c and urges readers to try a box today.
A historical ad promises ten pieces of full sheet music for ten cents to buyers sending names and addresses of three or more piano or organ performers to Popular Music Pub Co in Indianapolis.
An aged ad note touts Cascarets Candy as the most delightful bowel regulator. It claims rising yearly sales toward three million and guarantees a 50 cent box with a money back offer.
WM Repine editor of Tiskilwa Gazette reports a cryptic headline style note referencing a discovery story. The fragment mentions Dr King in unclear context and a Bays nickname or label.
On November 2 and 16 December 1 and 21 the Cotton Belt Route will salt.
The article notes settlements with multiple institutions over 100000 dollars paid back to the treasury while state reforms take effect. Warden Harley reports October earnings of 11151 dollars and 6000 from Allen Bicycle Co. The 1897-98 fiscal year begins with legal changes, including the Mull law, tighter warrant rules, and new funding limits for Indiana institutions and agencies.
An advertisement touts Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsia as the secret to health via perfect stomach function. It promotes 10 dose bottles for 10 cents and larger sizes 50 cents and $1.00 sold by E. T. Scott.
An eminent New York chemist T A Slocum offers three free bottles of a claimed universal cure for consumption and bronchial ailments. He asserts long troubles are curable anywhere and cites letters of gratitude from patients worldwide. Provide name and address to receive postpaid bottles.
Mrs. E. J. Phelps of Enfield Connecticut testifies that Salvation Oil relieved her sciatic rheumatism after two bottles. She credits the remedy with wonderful results and urges buyers to take no substitute, noting the price at 25 cents and availability from dealers.
Mrs John Tansey of Detroit recounts her daughter’s decline from anemia and wasting. She notes a doctor’s unfamiliar diagnosis, then names Dr Williams Pink Pills for Pale People from Schenectady as the remedy restoring blood and vitality.
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