Local notes record weddings and visits in LaPorte area
A collection of society items notes births, engagements, visits, and illnesses in LaPorte and surrounding towns. Included are announcements of a son born Sept 27 to Mr and Mrs Randall Dolph, guests visiting Mrs J F Wickersham, and several local illnesses and social events.
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Bernard Lindolph
C.F. Metcalf
Chicago
Wm. Mondsbey
Reynolds
Jared Snyder
van Wilkinson
M. A. Webster
E J. Kimball
Rensselaer
J. H. Clyburn
Sturgis
Garland, Kes
Mr. Clyburn
Fat as the Best Remedy for Scrofula and Consumption
A medical note states scrofula in children and consumption in adults stem from poor blood and thinness. It argues fat helps overcome them and that cod liver oil provides the best source of healthy fat.
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Scott
Scott's Emulsion Scott & Bowne Chemists Ad
An old style advertisement for Scott's Emulsion by Scott and Bowne chemists lists 50c and 3.09 prices and an address at 409-415 Pearl Street New York. The fragment suggests a retailer promotion and product presentation in period print.
Westville High School Champion to Defend Literary Edge
Westville's student paper announces the Champion amid notes on new music practice. Visitors, absences, field botany, and a pending piano upgrade shape a week of school life. The Wanatah HS team visits for a Saturday baseball clash at 2 pm on the ball diamond.
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H.S Boys
Wanatah
Westville
Notice of Refund Promise for Fo ley's Horey and Tar
Coupon style medicinal claim promises a full refund if Fo ley's Horey and Tar fails to cure coughs and colds. It asserts relief from grippe and pneumonia risks, claims lung healing, and warns against substitutes. Boxed in yellow packaging, sold by E. T. Scott.
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Foley
E. T. Scott
Orino Laxative Syrup Claims to Clear Complexions
An old advertisement extols Orino Laxative Fruit Syrup as a remedy that improves digestion and clears blotched complexions by stimulating the liver and bowels. It emphasizes mild action and pleasant taste and urges remembering the name and avoiding substitutes, with B T Scott as the seller.
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B.T Scott
Dr Geo L Cole Illus tated Lecture The Cliff Dwellers
Dr Geo L Cole will deliver an illustrated lecture The Cliff Dwellers on the evening of the 11th in the High School building. He is a popular lecturer and the event supports a new piano. Admission is 25 cents. advance tickets are encouraged. Everyone is invited.
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Geo. L. Cole
Cole
The Mouth A Curious Contrivance In Life And Lore
A reflective piece on the mouth its dual nature as a source of joy and danger. It praises tasting speaking and kissing while warning of excesses that harm individuals and society. The text links the mouth to wealth fame and comfort yet condemns its misuse as a force for conflict and vice.
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Oklahoma
Dr King’s New Life Pills Promise Quick Blood Poisoning Cure
Advertises Dr King’s New Life Pills as a quick cure for blood poisoning from chronic constipation. Claims to remove poisons, restore vigor, and alleviate sour stomach headache dizziness and colic without griping. Priced 25 cents with a guarantee.
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Dr. King
P. T. Scots Druggint
Doctors Said We Could Not Live
Peter Fry of Woodruff Pa reports his two year battle with illness despite care from top physicians in Waynenburg. After worsening and pessimistic warnings, he urges addressing any business promptly as life appeared near its end.
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Peter Fry
Woodruff, Pa
Waynenburg
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