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National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1884-04-21
BItten by a TarnntuIn.

ST. PAUL, Dec Is, 1ss3.-This is to certify
that / have boon afflicted with kidney and
liver trouble for moro than year. l had
been under treatment with different physi-
clans but derived no benefit. Seeing Prof.
DeXtcrs advertisement in paper that had
been sent to Texas, | resolved to try him, and
started at once for his st. Paul Office / have
now been under his treatment Off and on for
would recommend any one similarly afflicted
to try him at once. think the real cause of
my trouble was blood poison, ms had been
bitten bya tarantula in Denison, Texas, two
years ago this fall. J. II. PULCIPHER,
Machinist, Manitoba Shops. Residence COL
Mississippi street. city.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1884-04-21

Gus conquest Of dire disease accomplished by
this talented man, through the medium Of
eloctro-magnetism. His sojourn during the
past several months in Florida has been on
triumphal march over prejudice, the demons
of ill-hoalth, and the scoiiings of his enemies.
No physician ever won't TO Jacksonville who
was crowned with greater lauros, or who de-
served them any more fully than did Dexter.
The accounts which come up from the land
of orange groves regarding his work sound
more like fables than fact, but nro sustained
beyond q doubt by tho evidence which Is
furnished of tholr genuineness Now, as
the doctor contomplates remaining here
for tho summer, and will open
an Office in q few days, let us glance for a
moment at tho merits of his claim to your
consideration The readers of the Gd=ette are
above the average in the matter Of intelli-
gence, and the main thing that interests them
is u square argument pro and con, and not
paid eulogy with naught but wild general
itics. The physician named claims to be q
magnetic healer and to possess powers of sub
DUNG pain aud oradicating chronic ailments
superior to tho so.called magnetic doctors,
who are usually nothing but alleged clair
voyant5 or protondors. DIR. Dexter, on tho
other hand, Is n disciple of NTesmer, and pos
sesses wonderful store of animal magnetism.
His frame seems to fairly culver with tho
electric fluid. and pain, or in fact any sensa-
ton whatever in his subject, seem to obey
his diction as the humblest slave follows his
master. But we arc hardly into our argu-
mont as yet, and the space allotted for tho
discussion Is consumed. IL will therefore be-
necessary to postpone the balance of tho dis
sertation until tomorrow morning. Those
who interested in this absorbing topic should
read aud be ghtencd.-MinHcgpOli Hotel
Gd-Ctte, June 2S, 1888
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1884-04-21

Prof. A. J. Dexter, magnetic healer Of
Minneapolis, is performing miraculous cures
in that city aud st. Paul, aud prominent citi-
zons from leading towns Of our state are fairly
startled at the professor wonderful power as
healer AS he Is heartily Endorsed blythe
most dintinguishod residents Of tho dual
cities, and leading journalists, his practice Is
immense, and his revenue frequently runs as
high rs 5000 per month. The brilliant sue.
cess that has crowned the labors of Prof.
Dexter causes the old fossils to kick terrific
ally and below vociierousy till their petrified
countenances are fairly black with rage aud
iealousy-but their frantic bowling only
advertises and helps the professor, as people
believe there must DO some wonderful merit
about his practice to attract the undivided
attention OF the whole medical fraternity of
Minneapolis. Carlton County Press, Northern
Pacific junction, MINI.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1884-04-21

MISNEAPOLIs, Nov. 27.-To those persons
who have been so sarcastic in their invoctives
of Prof. Dexter, denouncing him as fraud,
lot me, VINO have been daily visitor at his
Office in Minneapolis and St. Paul, attest to
the purity OF the moral atmosphere pcrvading
his operating rooms in the dual cities When
one enters there seems TO no desire with
those in attendance to render patient the
greatest good, As for tho professor, no pos
sesses in an eminent degree the three indis-
pensablc requisites Of true physician, viz !:
A cheeriulness that Is contagious, gentlcness
tempered with frmnoss, and the courtesy of
refined gentleman. The most delicate or
ganizatiou need feel no shock TO sensitive
nerves, Tor there is almost the privacy of n
home, and the ministrations of healer
whose touch is little less than miraculous
As long as no is with US crutches will be ut IL
discount and Disagreement will vanish. Low,
sweet tones will fall upon tho our; hearts ill
resume natural strokes, and pain tho heritage
of us all, will be greatly mitgated, and new
leases of this beautiful life will DO given, for
this community has already acknowledged
his power. But enough. The professor is
able to cope successfully with his rivals. If
not, "a chiefs amang Yo talin' notes; aud
faith, he'll prent them"
A LADY PATIENT.
This ludy's name can DO obtained ut Prof.
A. j. DeXtcrs oliee.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1884-04-21

As some have been increduous concerning
the possibility of curing disease by electrical
or magnetic treatment the writer among the
number), it was determined yesterday to con-
suit citizens of known integrity and rospon-
sibility with view of oscertainiug the
effects of DIR. A. j. Dextor's treatment.
Learning that Mr. @, H. Langworthy, of the
firm of Drury, FELTON, &c Co., residing at No.
1912 Third avenue south, has been ill for
number of years, and had been cured in
four days he was visited by Il reporter, and
gave tho following history of his case:
Mr.. Langworthy, | understand you have
been seriously afflicted, aud please state how?
Mr.. L.-Yes, sir; have been great sufferer
from rheumatism and gastric difficulties, tho
rheumatism being so severe that l was unable
to stand in an erect position.
As you appear well now, will you inform
mo how you wore cured?
Mr.. Lob, certainly, aud am glad to do
that duty to other sufferers. Though in
credulous from recurring failures. oven when
treated by eminent physicians, concluded to
call upon DIR. Dexter as q forlorn hope, and
the result has boon delightful surprise.
After just four days treatment | am about
we'll, and feel no Inconvenience from tho
cruel malady which has afflicted me for such
a length of time. feel like new being, and
can scarcely believe tho evidence Of my own
senses, SO great and marvellous has been tho
change. DIR. Dexter has the power to cure,
and / will be willing to attest the surprising
fact at any time.-PioncCr Press, july 20.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1884-04-21

To Prof. A. j. DEXTER: A month ago my
little niece, aged IL years, was greatly al
aicted with rheumatism; her joints were
swollen and extremely painful her hands
getting out of shape; tho lower part of her
spine was curved, and one hip seemed out of
place She was at times so helpless that she
could not turn herself in bed, and suffering
great pain. We feared her case was hopeless,
but hearing of your wonderful cures, de-
cded to put her under your treatment Even
tho first application had an astonishing Of
feet, relieving her hands completely. She
has steadily improved, and to-day her spine
is straight her hip natural in shape and
place, and she is free from rheumatism. Her
whole condition is changed. When she went
to you her chccrlulness was gone, she was
duh aud discouraged to-day she is frolic-
some and bright us ever, and although her
limbs are not yet quite as pliable as formerly
she skips around in her play with 2est that
we can thoroughly appreciate. consider 1t
a wonderful cure, and shall be glad to give
any information on the subject to any who
are afflicted. | am sister of tho child's
mother and am residing at No. A Eleventh
street south Miss Il. LoNGwOErH.
Mr.. Richard II. Broat, real estate and loan
broker, lOj Honnepin avenue, is acquainted
with tho facts of this case.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1884-04-21
DEXTER IN MINNESOTA.
Endorsed BY the Press and People Of the
State.
Affidavits and Statements That WIN Com
vince Any skeptic.
Nothing Succeeds Like Success.


A few months ago Prof. Dexter came to this
city, fresh from tho orange groves Of Florida,
where he had been performing what people
there considered miracles in tho cure of
diseases which the old fogy regulars had long
before given up as hopeless. He had secured
testimonials without number, and the sworn
affidavits Of such mon as Gen. Dent q brother
in-law Of U. s. Grant. There were plenty OF
our citizens who annually visit Florida, and
who had seen him cure the sick, whose ev'-
denco was also freely given. In the face of
this the most determined efforts wero made to
crush the professor. All the devices known to
the slandorer and the blackmailor wero en-
ployed vigorously TO injure him professionally
and socially, and the profession countenan ced
much of this work. But Prof. Dexter was not
made of the stuff they thought. He opened an
elegant office and advertised himself to tho
world as q magnetic healer He did not pro-
TESS to explain how no effects his marvellous
cures, but simply asked the afflicted to come.
and requested others to call end watch the
result, or read the freshly givon testimony Of
those whom he mado we'll. He paid no atten-
ton to the bowling pack at his heels, and to-day
no stands unchallenged as the greatest healer
of modern times, and Is known far and wide
as benofactor Of the race. He pays as he
goes, and asks nothing but what he is cnti-
tied to. All classes-editors, business men,
ladies, mechanics, and working girls-have
tested his remarkable powers and testified to
his wonderful cures. His mesmeric power is
unequaled, and he stands to-day without q
peer in the administration of magnetic
treatment, apparently being able to cure any
disease in the calendar. Press,
81
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1884-04-21
From John G. Freeman, IA st. Paul Mer-
chant.

When Prof. Dexter came to Minneapolis,
less than month ago, ho promised our poop 10
that he would cure some of tho worst cases of
chronic rheumatism and other diseases of tho
most stubborn character and long standing.
That he has done as he promised the Globe
readers here had frequent proof in published
testimonials from patients cured in Minneap-
o prominent st. Paul merchant, which must
needs carry conviction with it. The follow
ing is the testimonials:
Sr. PAUL, Aug. 4, lss3-Dr A. j. DEXTER,
Minneapolis, Mnn.-De Sir! For four years
| have been troubled with bronchial catarTh,
causing great difficulty in breathing, as tho
bronchial tubes and throat would fill with
mucus, aud medicine would only relieve mo
for time,
After receiving your treatment for one
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1884-04-21
Another Newspaper Man.

MISNEAPoLIs, Jan. 10, 15Si-To Whom 1t
May Concorn 1 have boon intimately &C
quaintcd with Prof Dexter since no located
here as Magnetic Healer, last spring, and
can checriully bear testimony TO the prompt
ness with which no has mot all obligations
incurred ut this office. | have had personal
knowledge of many of the wonderful cures he
has performed, and know largo numbers of
Others from whom he holds testimonials who
would not attach their names 10 false certi-
fiCates for any consideration whatever.
can cheeriully recommend tho professor as
pleasant gentleman to meet socially, az we'll
as healer in every sense of the word, pro-
fessionaly. G. s. BARTRAM,
City Editor Evening Journal.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1884-04-21
Magnetism and Electricity.


Scientist have long tried to trace the con-
nection between animal and electro magnet
icism, in order to make the latter relieve
suffering humanity. AS yet tho deepest in
vestigation has located no governing law
whereby the subtle invisible agent can be
controlled like the current that carries words
from shore to shore. That some men are
heaven gifted with wealth of animal mag
netism the exercise Of which proves boon
to tho mentally and bodily afflicted, we
know but how, we cannot tell. When an
individual thus gifted combines with it u
thorough knowledge OF tho human frame
and medical and magnetic skill of
the highest order his power Is amo,t
infinite TO benefit. suffering humanity. such
a one is Prof. Dexter, who possesses all thD
above-named qualities in m eminent dcsroa,
has performed cures that have blilled the
skill Of the medical profession. aud IL daily
ministcring to the afflicted His reception
parlors arc crowded with the halt, the rhcp-
matte, and paralytc, all whiting to pass
through his hunds. All are eager Cor tar,r
turn TO go into the professors sanc,cm and rs
cured. Contrast the anxious, wue-bCGUue
face of the patient u ho en;eis with the
hopeful, glad aspect us he comes out, AM S0I
will say with Ngui.t: There arc moro
things i'll heaven and cnr.h tIan is dreamed
of in our philosophy, HOIato.'
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1884-04-21
From the Best Hotpl In Minneso,n.

MGNSEAPoLIs, Jan. rs, 1ssl.--Dr. A. J.
Dexter has boon resident of this city for
several years have known him personally
for tho past two years, greater part of which
time he has been guest of this hotel, and
always found nm prompt in the settlement
Of every obligation. | have conversed with
many of our citiZens who have been treated
by DIR. Dexter, and they all claim to have
received great benefit. The newspapers of
our city have from time to tina published
accounts OF his almost miraculous cures. |
bespeak for him in Washington or Baltimore
cordial reception. Very truly,
JOHN r. WEST,
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1884-04-21
What n Consumptiyo snvs.

Last evening Globe reporter CHANGED to
meet Mr.. c. A. Zierath, q conductor on the
Winona & st. Peter railway, and who resides
at 425 Third street southeast Mr.. u. has been
a chronic sufferer from complication of dis
eases and maladies to that extent that he was
compelled to abandon his business. Last eyen-
ing he appeared amazingly improved, and the
reporter asked the cause.
swell, it's a long story" he replied. "Dur-
ing nearly three years | have suffered the
tortures incident TO an aggravated and severe
case OF pulmonary troubles, kidney COM
plants, and liver diseases / sought relief at
the hands of the leading and most skillful
physicians to no purpose. i Travelled through
the country, and at various points secured
medical treatment only TO find that my
symptoms were growing worse in character,
and / returned home, discouraged and dis.
heartened Prof DeXter's published testi-
monials looked especially inviting to me. !
consulted friends, aud they warned me against
cOnilding my case TO Prof Dexter but you
know, it is true aphorism that drowning
men grasp at strAws, aud after careful con-
sideration of the matter | visited the wonder
full healer l had been warned that he was Il
fraud Of the first water" and that he would
swindle me ont of my money, but cheerlully
assure you that such allegations are gross
libels upon the gentlonianly professor.
have found him frank, honorable and up
right in his dealings with me.
| went to him on the first Of tho month.
After q careful and searching examination he
frankly told mo he had little faith IN effect
ing euro. l persisted, made q payment,
and took treatment. The next day the
professor offered to return tho money with
the remark that he could do me no good, but
] continued. have taken ono treatment
day since. Seventeen days after tho begin
ming my weight had increased 10l pounds,
ana lam gaining gradually every hour. now
feel better than | have for over two years,
aud have confidence in securing q permanent
cure, Prof Dexter gives no noxious medi,
cines. His treatment is solely magnetic, and
the results are truly amazing.-St. Paul
Globe Oct ~.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1884-04-21
Madison, Wis, 10 the Front.

MINNEAPoLIs, Oct. II, 1sS3.--PRoF. A. J.
DExrER-Dew Sir; have been troubled
with sciataca for eight years On Sept. 80 |
came to you for treatment, aud must say that
l was surprised to think that you could cure
me in such u short timo-as l have had only
eight treatments altogether and now con-
slider that am permaiftntly cured, and feel
no pain whatever. l am canva4sng for W.
f. Parker IL Co., of NJ Idison, Wis, and ut
present stopping at 0l2 Fifth street south.
EUGENE H. BACON
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1884-04-21
A child Cured of Violent Whooping
Cough,

MINEEAPoLIs, Oct. 12.-This is to certify
that my little boy, Howard, four years old,
was taken with whooping cough, which
rapidly grew worse. aud the coughing spells
so violent and often that it was impossible
for him 10 sleep, aud, as no food would stay
on his stomach, he soon grew very weak and
sick. sunday, the last day OF September, we
began 10 despair of his life, and conolulol to
try Prof, Dexter, who had cured Mr. BroAts
rheumatism few weeks since. Monday
morning no gavo Howard treatment
which was decided success. ai he coughod
very littlo and was improved in appetite, and
was IN good spirits. Wednesday he took
another treatment, aud since he has continued
to improve very rapidly and to-day plays
around Us usual, sleeps sound all night, aud
has not cDughcd any worth mentioning in
tho last fbrty.eight hours, We cannot but
appreciate the professor traatmaut, rs we
had tried everything We Gnull hear OF to
relieve the little fellows suffering and our
friends kept telling US that "whooping cough
must run It's course"
Mrs, r. IL, GRoAT,
4 Eleventh street south.
Mr.. Broat is the wel-knOwn real estate
and loan broker OF IOj Henuepin avenue.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1884-04-21

MrSNEApoLIs Nov. IL, l5S3.-For two
years / have suffered terribly with
disease of thl bllisr. = Or two or
three ycars 1 had such severe attack
and the pain was so acute, that | began
TO despair of ever getting well again. An
acquaintance told me that Prof Dexter had a
wonderful reputation aS healer, and / re.
solved to try him. had boeu doctorng and
taking medicine all the time during my nj
hictiOn, all OF which did me little or no good
huvo now boon under Prof Dexter's treat
ment Just two weeks, and have not felt as
woll in any time during the past two years as
at tho present time. JAMES FERGUSON,
III First avenue south,
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1884-04-21
SorrY 20 Part WIN Dexter.


THE only man who ever got editorial men
ton in the newspapers, without giving up
his eye or leg or something else than money,
has left tho city. Prof A. j. Dexter has
gone to Washington to spend the winter.
The rumor on the street last night that
Arthur had wired him to como on at once
and give him magnetic treatment is proba-
bly, groundless. How did this rumor origi-
nate? If Dexter's gigantic brain were
within reach, we should tap it significantly
with the Office wand, and ray there it is I!
there is the man who should have been the
chief of Barnum's advertising corps! There
is the man who sprang from the ranks, and
now wears diamonds which would make
Alvin Joslyn go into delirium were these
celebrities to meet.
In all due sincerity, the GG.ette would like
to pay modest tribute to this prince of good
fellows, now that he has gone and cannot
overwhem tho Office with tears of gratitude
or otherwise. The gentleman in question ro-
ceived rather rough treatment at the hands
of the Gazette few weeks before he located
in Minneapolis but we were misled by that
demon Of the cir, "hearsay." For a public
man, his character and habits would with
stand close scrutiny, and for one whose splen-
did physique is surcharged with animal mag
netism his indulgences were 50 moderate as
to excite wonder. Dexter's remarkable cures
in Minnesota have won for him host of
friends, and particularly among the press. It
is great mistake to assume that his praises
;were all sung at 30 cents line or by men
hired 10 puff him for pay. Prof Dexter's
treatment of all who came in contact with
him, professionally or otherwise, was notably
kind and generous. 1t would be strange if
man in his position before the public were
not to incur the displeasure and oven enmity
of a few, but those who know this eccentric
and gifted man will join us in saying that he
is all which is claimed for him by his most
ardent admirers and as square as they make
them. He will return to Minneapolis in
June.-Minneapoli Hotel GaseIte, Jan. 90, 1884.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1884-04-21

MTENEAPoLIs, Sept. 20, 1Ss3.--PRoF. A. j..
Dexter DeT Sir! Ono month ago, wnen
placed myself under your treatment, 1 was
in a very low state of health. My complaint
was lung, stomach. liver, kidney, and nerv-
Gus trouble. My appetite, which was very
poor, is now frst-class and | am gaining very
rapidly in fesh and ain feeling much bet
ter than ! have for years; and know that
your treatment has worked wonders in my
case, and ! can recommend you to all ladies
who are afflicted; and have always found
you kind aud gentle in your treatment.
Mrs. LAURA WHITE,
90 Twelfth street south,
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1884-04-21

MrSNEAPoLIs, Sept. Z, 1ss3,--For three
years ! have been severely suffering from
rheumatism in my left kneo. Attimos when
walking or going upstairs 10 would ssom to
catch In one Of the small bones Of the knee,
and the pain would he so sudden and severe
as to almost throw me Hat ON my face. Ten
days ago l went to DR.. Dexter for treatment.
At that time my knee was swollen to twice
its natural size, Now the paiu and swelling
are both gone, and l feel that | AIn perma-
nontly cured.
am in the employ Of the North Star Boot
and Shoe company, Of this city. [ reside nc
Id Third street, between First and Second
avenues south. GEORGE w. HopupoS.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1884-04-21

NINNEAroLGs, Aug, 1l,-DR, DEXrER--
Dear Sir; have boon suffering with kidney
disease for ten years, and the last throo years
in very low state OF health. Three weeks
ago paced myself under your care and treat
ment, and during chat timo have gained five
pounds, aud now feel rs we'll rs ever did in
my life, and am sure that you have thoroughly
cured me, aud cannot say too much in favor
of you, and shall tell all my friends what you
have done for me. am a business man here,
and located at No. l6lS Park avenue.
ca. HoYT,
Contractor and builder.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1884-04-21

MINNEAPoLIs, Jan. IL, lSSi.-Prof. A. j.
Dexter, who has very successfully practiced
his speciality of magnetic treatment in this
city during the past year, and very highly
spoken of by many well known citizens who
have been benefited by his treatment, being
now about to leave on an extended tour,
take pleasure in recommending him as very
pleasant gentleman, honorable in his dealings,
and great patron of the press. Newspaper
people particularly will find it to their I'D
vantage to cultivate his acquaintance. Very
respectfully, w. a. MILLER,
Manager Pioneer Press, Minneapolis, MINI.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1884-04-21
y,,r nist. Paul Escrs,,r..

ST. PAUL, Nov. 3.-PRoT. DENTER--D ea,
Sir: | have been under your treatment for
one week. Ny complaints being catarrh,
dyspepsia, neuralgia aud kidney and liver
trouble Of eight years standing. l am pleased
to state, for tho benefit of others, that you
have done me great deal of good, as feel
better than | have felt for years.
w. l.. CHAMBERLAIN,
OF the firm of Chambcrln & Tanning, fancy
Rrocers, 6S7 East Seventh street, St. Paul.
Mian.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1884-04-21

ST. PAUL, Jan. Is, ls5i.-To Whom it
May Concern: We take pleasure in stating
that Prof. A. j. Dexter who has been prac-
tiGng his special magnetic treatment in St.
Paul and Minneapolis for more than six
months past has been very successful therein,
and that he has been prompt, businessliSc,
and liberal in his dealings, which havo been
large with US. From his course here, we arc
sure no is to be cordially recommended to
the newspaper fraternity.
S. G. WILLIAMS, Supt. Adytisg.