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Newspaper
Westville Indicator
Location
Westville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1897
Page
4
Edith and Mrs Hallet discuss marriage and passion while memories of Paul, her dead brother, and another living Paul haunt their talk. The scene shifts to young Paul and a playful scene with his mother and Edith, revealing hidden sorrows and unspoken fears about marriage and fidelity.
A fragmentary exchange shows Barbara and Mrs. Hallet discussing love and temptation. Mrs. Hallet hints at recognizing a man from Barbara’s house while Barbara reveals inner conflict and fear about love and loyalty. The scene features an intimate, sorrowful mood.
After January 1 all government letter carriers must post 1000 bonds secured by a recognized surety or indemnity company to safeguard the government against losses. Existing bonds by reputable bonding firms suffice for already bonded carriers, while new bonds will be paid by carriers at an expected annual cost around 21.
Mr R B Greeve of Chilhowie Virginia says he was near death from consumption and coughing before using two bottles of Dr King's New Discovery. He credits the remedy with curing him and notes his return to business for three years. Trial bottles free at E T Scotts drug store.
The eminent Dr Kilmer claims a new kidney and bladder remedy Swamproot with a free sample bottle and pamphlet offered by mail. Readers are urged to send name and address to Kilmer Co Binghamton NY and mention reading in the Westville Indicator.
A sixteen member group with two doctors has formed in Noble county to travel to the Klondike starting January 15. They plan via Chilkoot pass to Lake Lindemann and then sled the river ice with a year’s supply of food and clothing. I E Wilson of Noble county promoted the venture, prompting others in the county to consider joining the perilous journey.
An old advertisement touts Dr Bull's Cough Syrup as an excellent remedy for cough cold and hoarseness. It cites James Hadfield of 850 West Street New Bremen as an endorser or source of recommendation.
An old advertisement touts Dr Kilmer s Swamp Root as a cure for bladder and urinary troubles linked to unhealthy kidneys It promises relief from frequent urination burning and night time trips and offers free sample bottle and pamphlet by mail with the INDICATOR reference and Binghamton NY address.
Holiday excursions offered by the Nickel Plate Road run December 24 25 and 31 and January 1 with return travel through January 4 1898. Passenger service details and times appear in the 406 34-36 listing.
Nickel Plate Road offers holiday travel rates for December 24 25 and 31 and January 1. Tickets may be used for return until January 4 1898. Page 406 column 34-36.
Williamsport Indiana resident details months of indigestion and constipation and credits Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin from Armstrong and Swank for relief. Product sold in 10c 50c and 1 at E J Scotts.
Crain-O promotes Grain-O as a coffee substitute advertised as safe for children and adults. The ad claims Grain-O tastes like Mocha or Java, is made from grain, gentle on the stomach, and costs one-fourth the price of coffee at 10 to 23 cents per package.
An old advertising copy urges using Cascarets to purify blood and improve skin. It claims Cascarets cleanse the liver and remove impurities, promising banishment of pimples and blotches. Available at druggists with 1c 25c or 50c prices and satisfaction guaranteed.
An old advertisement touts Cas earets Candy Cathartic as a guaranteed cure for constipation and liver sluggishness. It promotes a trial offer with 10, 25, or 50 cent boxes and invites readers to request a free sample and booklet.
An early 20th century promotion touts Allen’s Foot-Ease powder as relief for painful swollen smarting feet bunions and sweaty tired feet It claims instant ease for tight shoes and caluses with a trial package free and sales through druggists and stores LeRoy New York and Allen S Olmsted listed as the address.
A vintage advertisement promotes Cascarets Candy Cathartic as a pleasant medical discovery that cleanses kidneys liver and bowels and dispels colds headaches fevers and biliousness. It urges readers to buy a box today with prices 10 25 and 50 cents and guarantees cure by all druggists.
The Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul Railway published eight page illustrated circulars showing farm scenery in South Dakota. Free copies target home seekers in the fertile Middle Northwest. Send addresses to immigration agents A. F. Hunter in Chicago or W. E. Powell in Chicago for the booklet.
An 1890s advertisement promotes holiday train service on the Nickel Plate road with fast up to date service and specific travel dates December 24 25 31 and January 1 returning January 4 1898. Patent medicines Universal Cathartic Pills Hood s Sarsaparilla Universal Ointment and other remedies are also advertised by E T Scott.
A new grain based drink called GRAND-v is now sold in many grocery stores as a coffee substitute. It is claimed to be gentle on delicate stomachs and indistinguishable from coffee to most people. It costs only about one quarter of coffee and is suitable for children to drink with benefit.
An aged fragment notes a digestives product featuring pepsin marketed as a health aid. It lists pricing in 10 cent doses with larger 50 cent and one dollar sizes and credits E T Scott as seller.
Prominent New York chemist T A Slocum offers readers of the Indicator three free bottles of his New Scientific Treatment claimed to cure consumption and bronchial and chest diseases. He cites letters of gratitude from patients worldwide and urges sufferers to write with address details to Pine Street New York for shipping.
An old advertisement touts Cascareta as a cure for constipation. It claims the candy Cathartic offers permanent relief and includes a one dime price with a refund if the product fails.
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