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Newspaper
Westville Indicator
Location
Westville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 09, 1897
Page
2
Eo MARTIN editor and proprietor notes per pastGiliee at Westvilie Dad g cone atlases uather. The paper is published every Thursday at Westvilie ud. Terms $1.00 yearly in advance Advertising rates on application Obituary notices over 10 lines $1 Obituary poetry 10 cents per line Profession cards $5 yearly $38 per 81x months Readers urged to view issue adverts THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 9 1897.
The author mocks talk of wheat and silver as fate of prices rise. They note farm product demand, schooling totals, and the idea of half wage dollars devalued at 40 cents, arguing workingmen stay domestic and prices pressure labor.
The silver orators face dwindling audiences as the slogan dollar wheat shatters their most elaborate arguments in quick fashion, leaving speakers struggling to draw listeners and maintain influence.
The text questions if Mr. Bryan is taking steps to curb criminal activities in Mexico and hints at foreign powers plotting against a neighboring republic. It implies concern over external influence and regional stability.
About 000 attendees at Reidville track witnessed Star Pointer pace a mile in 1:59. The race featured a 30 second opening quarter and splits of 29 and 30 seconds as the harness horse achieved a sub two minute standard amid fanfare.
Deputy prosecutor in Harrison a border village case involves two men in Ohio and Indiana. The victim lay across the line after an assault and battery as the aggressor kicked the Indiana side. The court ruled either state could punish, with Indiana likely pursuing the matter.
June 1897 wool imports exceeded 5 million dollars, far above June 1896. Cattle, cotton, fibres, chicory, oranges, and preserved fruits all posted large gains, reflecting tariff reform effects. The article notes farmers benefited by voting against the Wilson tariff continuation.
Don Sang of Crown Point had his license refused under the new medical law by the examining board. Judge Jenkins granted a temporary injunction blocking the board, case set for November, while Don Lang continues to dispense medicines. The complaint argues the law infringes the US Constitution and exceeds legislative power and cites a nine generation lineage from Sang hospital founded in 1407 near the emperor’s palace.
Senator Tillman argues there are no signs of national prosperity and calls the current economic upturn a hot balloon that will burst with a coming reaction. He links wheat price rises to speculation and political manipulation by Mark Hanna, while noting bread prices burden New Yorkers. He cites U S wheat crops of 2.43 and 2.398 billion bushels as context for his claims.
Purely vegetable remedy claimed to restore vigor to tired nerves by toning stomach nerves, stimulating liver and kidneys, and aiding blood purification. Improves appetite and digestion and touted as a top blood purifier and nerve tonic. Sold by E. T. Scott at 50 cents or one dollar per bottle.
An attraction at the fair is Prof. Page Buckley’s Equestra in Curricula. The untethered horses perform for over two hours, delighting the audience with spirit and zeal. Aimed at children, the show is deemed novel, pleasing, and instructive.
The Hobart Advertiser reports Edward Traeger confronted Herman Tabbert in Tabbert's store on Tuesday evening. A quarrel escalated to blows and security footage or witnesses describe Tabbert being assaulted in his own shop as he attempted to defend himself.
An old medical ad explains bladder issues arise from kidney action or misdiagnosed womb problems. It advises to test urine over 24 hours, promotes Dr Kilmer's Swamp Root as a remedy, and offers sample bottle and pamphlet by mail from Kilmer & Co. in Binghamton New York.
The Indianapolis News notes baldheaded men are rare in old Prison South reformatories and Indiana prisons at Michigan City. In a reformatory tour not a single bald man stood out among about 800 inmates, suggesting most criminals have abundant hair though no direct link to crime is proven.
Deafness cannot be cured by local applications. it stems from inflammation of the Eustachian tube and catarrh. Nine of ten cases arise from this, and only constitutional treatment can restore hearing. Cheney & Co of Toledo offer one hundred dollars for any catarrh deafness they cannot cure and send circulars free.
Instructions describe killing burdock with a dull ax to cut the root below ground level and applying salt to dissolve and rot the root. Emphasizes the biennial weed’s seed production and urges townwide extermination to prevent sprouting.
An elderly emigrant woman passed through Delphi on the Wabash traveling from New York to Alaska. Her two foot long ticket, wrapped in six cloths and yielding much merriment when pulled from the pile, showed she could endure a long voyage despite not speaking English.
Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin is praised as a quick success with many turning into advertisers after trying it. The ad claims relief from constipation indigestion and sick headache and offers 10c trial sizes with larger options of 50c and 1.00 from E T Scott.
The article compares Klondike and Colorado gold fields, urging readers to pick Colorado this fall. It argues Colorado is cheaper and easier to reach, with higher potential net profits in twelve months and lower capital than Arctic ventures, noting Klondike remains impenetrable until next summer.
Trains depart nightly from Union Passenger Station Chicago with Palace Sleeping Cars to Denver and Colorado points. Through connections at Denver to Salt Lake City Ogden San Francisco and Southern California. Route via Omaha and Lincoln Nebraska with Rock Island Pacific. For details contact Robt C Jones Traveling Passenger Agent Cincinnati Ohio.
A promotional notice touts Cascarets Candy Cathartic with sales at two million boxes yearly and projected to reach three million by New Year. It claims the product is a universal bowel regulator and promises cure with 10 25 or 50 cent boxes sold by all druggists.
Public spirit means effort by every resident to make the locality look its best to the world and neighbors. A man who keeps his lawn mowed and house painted and influences street cleanliness aids progress, while the opposite drags down the town.
An advertisement touts Cas carets Candy Cathartic as a guaranteed cure or money back. Also offered for sale are a residence property of 211 acres with house, outbuildings, fruit trees, cistern, barn, ice storage, coal and wood bins, and a second house and lot in Smith addition with six rooms. C E Martin handles inquiries.
Yerington's College in St Louis Michigan begins its seventh year on Sept 27 1897 offering courses in Teachers Commercial Shorthand Penmanship English Music Elocution and Physical Culture. Tuition scales 10 16 and 19 dollars for 12 23 and 35 weeks with free drills and private lessons in music. students may board for 50 cents and furnish own provisions.
South Dakota has paid off about 50 million in debts over four years says Dr. D L McKinnes, with farmers leading the payoff. Loan agent Mark Russell notes strong farm property demand but scarce large takers. 1,500 farm loans exist with few foreclosures.
The Cosmopolitan Magazine promotes liberal education for non university bound adults. Dr Andrews of Brown University leads the movement to provide guidance and courses without charges. Interested individuals send name, occupation, prior study, desired subjects, goals, and available study hours to Cosmopolitan New York.
An old time advertisement touts Dr Miles Patt Pris offering headache relief in 20 minutes for one cent a dose. Also promotes Cascarets Cand Cathartic as beauty and skin cleaning, with druggists selling 10c 25c 50c and guarantees of satisfaction. Includes claims of blood and liver cleansing to banish pimples and blotches.
A hometown reader prefers The Weekly Clarion over distant city papers. He follows local items on Luther Wixon, Polly Hedge, and Juadkin's mare, reads his name aloud, and highlights the town paper as a comforting, familiar source of news.
Public notice highlights two daily fast trains from Chicago to St Paul Minneapolis Ashland and Duluth via Wisconsin Central lines. Warns of vast farming lands for sale in Northern Wisconsin and directs inquiries to Jas C Pond General Passenger Agent Milwaukee Wisconsin.
Shake Into Your Shoes. Allen's Foot-Ease powder relieves painful swollen smarting feet and corns. It helps tight shoes feel easier and soothes burning tired feet. Sold by druggists and shoe stores or by mail for 5 cents in stamps. Trial package free. Allen S. Olmsted LeRoy New York.
The ad claims long neglect of the stomach and bowels causes fatigue and poor mood. Dr Caldwell’s Syrup Pepsin is advertised to remove the discomfort and restore life’s value. A 10 dose bottle is offered for 10 cents per bottle.
Bucklin Arnica Salve advertised as best for cuts bruises sores ulcers salt rheum fever sores chapped hands chilblains corns and skin eruptions. Guaranteed to cure piles or no pay. Price 25 cents per box. For sale by BE. T. Scott.
An advertisement touts Allen's Foot-Ease as a seasonal powder to shake into shoes. It claims cooling and swelling relief, prevention of sweating and blisters, and easing corns and bunions. Sold by druggists and shoe stores for 2c with a free trial package. Address Allen S. Olmatead LeRoy NY.
A fragment notes a class of people harmed by coffee use and mentions its presence in all grocery stores. The incomplete text limits details but indicates public health concern tied to coffee consumption.
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