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Newspaper
Ackley World
Location
Ackley, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 16, 1916
Page
6
Polly, a Confederate girl on a Virginia farm, worries about a 10th birthday with no sweets as Civil War hardships bite. A Union soldier hides in her home, promises birthday goodies if released, and returns with cake oranges fruit and tea, delivering a flag of truce and cheer.
From the Atlanta Georgian report on Dr. Paul D. Lampson and Dr. Juan son, researchers at Johns Hopkins, who showed that adrenal glands govern red blood cell production. Through ether-anesthetized animal experiments, they pinpointed epinephrin and spinephrin as key stimulants, tying emotional states to blood cell counts and noting adrenal removal disrupts this control.
A historical bulletin outlines trachoma as a persistent infectious eye disease and a major economic burden. It cites Kentucky with 43 000 cases and Indian populations showing high prevalence, noting spread through mountains and communities. The piece highlights economic impact, transmission, and the need for education and prevention to curb infection.
An American weekly summarizes German wartime industrial methods, including nitrogen extraction, synthetic rubber substitutes, and resource management. It notes German interviews portray a hostile stance toward the United States and hints at postwar aims and propaganda efforts.
An unclear OCR fragment from a Loudeville publication describes a man who may be photographed. The text is garbled with stray letters and missing context, making it impossible to identify persons, events, or concrete facts.
An opaque fragmentary paraphrase evokes a loom, threads, and the weaver's skill. Disjointed lines touch on gold and silver threads, a painterly palette, and the weaving of fate. The piece blends mythic imagery with cryptic names and a sense of enigmatic craft.
London reports Feb 11 2 pm The Bel Rin legation denies rumors that peace proposals were made to Germany via Belgium. Gov't circles in Berlin say Germany would annex part of Belgium in any settlement, contradicting claims of evacuation as a condition for a separate peace.
New York, Feb 12 Miss Millo Fancher died at her Brooklyn home ending a half century of invalidism. Bedridden except for one arm she drew 100000 pounds of work from knitting and embroidery and sent 6900 letters during a 60 year confinement, nourished mainly by fruit juice.
Washington report shows Raiload Commissioner Thorne replying to Chairman Chilton about testimony from Examiner Carman of the Interstate Commerce Commission Frank Lyon Joseph N. Ten and Lieutenant Governor Eshleman all cited for Brandeis case Thorne argues Ashleman and Tests had no role in the eastern advance rate dispute and notes Lyon had no complaint He departed for Tahiti
Washington reports the disposal of the British steamer Appam brought into Hampton Roads by a German ship is decided by the United States and will be announced later. Indications suggest the vessel may be allowed to return to American waters as a prize for Germany under the Prussian American treaty recall.
More than 100 distinguished attendees at a banquet at University Club in Chicago’s Archbishop Williams Mun delein era hospital scene were confirmed poisoned. First aid and medical efforts prevented serious outcomes though reports vary on the toxin and source of the meal.
A fragmentary tale describes a sleepy servant who mocks work and laments duties. The fairy narrator explains delays and mischief as misadventures unfold, with odd dialogue and garbled phrases reflecting a rough transcription. The piece hints at fate and consequences for idleness as characters drift toward a muddled conclusion.
In a fragmentary quote the psychologist remarks on women and aging, arguing that most people hold flexible opinions rather than fixed beliefs. The passage suggests a broad, evolving view of knowledge and routine life as age increases.
President nominates several postmasters including Lloyd Auspach Hussey Bugur M Peily in Central City Woodbine J Cole and Cromie Woodbine. Names withdrawn include W Db Cromie with Nebraska E A Brown and Essie Meatty noted in Brady Farnam able Rock locales.
An old advertisement row touts Denison Seminole Brand coffee 36c per 10 and Denison’s Pills for liver and stomach relief. It promotes Charlea M. Schwab as a Cornell trustee, urges Dr Pierce’s Pellets for laxative and cathartic relief, and humorously warns matrimonial ventures as risky. It ends with a joke about two men handling the grip.
A historic ad explains a quick pimples remedy using Cutt urn Ointment on the fingertip for five minutes followed by hot water bathing with Cutt urn Soap. Free samples offered by mail with a postcard to Cuthurs Dept. L Boston. Satirical dialogue about Jonah the whale appears at the end.
An old advertisement touts California Syrup of Figs as a safe, pleasant laxative for children. It claims the product cleanses the stomach, liver, and bowels, relieves constipation, and improves mood and health. The pitch urges mothers to buy the 50 cent bottle with directions for all ages.
Dear Mr Ettitor I suffered from lame back and a tired worn-out feeling It would usually come on at first with crick in small of my back I took Anuric Tablets and my back commenced to get better I did not have to walk doubled over as I did before using the Anure It is the best remedy I have ever taken for what it is intended to retieve A G Drake Noth When your kidneys get sluggish and clog you suffer from backache, sick headache, dizzy spells, or the twinges and pains of tumbago rheumatism and gout Anurie is the most powerful agent in dissolving urine nid as hot water melts sugary Ask the druggist for Anurie put up by Dr Pierce in 50-cent Pbackageo
A Washington Park mother of four reports relief from female trouble nervous spells and backache after using Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound and Liver Pills She notes how her mood improved and her youthfulness returned and urges other women with similar symptoms to write for free advice from the Lydia E Pinkham Medicine Co from Lynn Mass.
An old advertisement touts Dr. Pierces Favorite Prescription as a universal remedy for women. It claims to support all life stages from girlhood to old age, easing headaches backache hot flashes catarrhal conditions and bearing down sensations with this temperance medicine. It promises mental uplift and stability and positions the product as a true friend in times of trial and faltering organs.
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