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Newspaper
Ada Weekly Democrat
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Feb 08, 1907
Page
3
President Hadley recalls a Yale student trick where sophomores altered a class note. A cold kept a professor from classes, but he spotted the erased letter prank and calmly corrected it, turning the notice into a humorous sequence about Dr Dash.
A Brooklyn mother writes that after twelve years of rough scales itching and inflammation her son was cured by Cuticura Ointment Soap and Resolvent. She recalls doctors failing and credits the treatment with restoring his skin to smoothness by April 16, 1905.
Engineers have long argued over the feasibility of transmitting power from Victoria Falls to the Transvaal, a 750 mile distance. Despite doubts about commercial viability, contracts indicate the project will proceed, described as the most extraordinary electric power scheme ever attempted.
An advertisement touts Wall's Catarrh Cure from F. J. Cheney & Co of Toledo Ohio as the only constitutional cure. It claims to act on blood and mucous surfaces with doses from 10 drops to a teaspoonful and offers $100 for any cure it fails to achieve. Also promotes Hall's Family Pills for constipation.
Last year Germany recorded 40 000 fewer births and 39 000 more deaths than in 1904. The birth rate has fallen steadily from 36.9 per 1000 in 1901 to 34 per 1000 last year.
A medical advertisement touts Dr Williams Pink Pills as the cure for nervous headaches caused by nerve deprivation. It cites Mrs. Addis Merrill of Auburn Maine who reports relief after taking the pills and improvements in appetite weight and color. Pills priced 50 cents a box six for $2 50 available from Dr Williams Medicine Company Schenectady NY.
Reports span gold finds near Scullin and a Knights of Columbus convention in Oklahoma City. Oklahoma Central rail progress between Byars and Purcell. Lehigh named a division point. Gas and oil strikes near Ratl on fuel growth, while Enid and Guthrie see rail, stock shows, and a $40,000 Masonic Temple annex.
A vintage ad features Putnam faceless dyes for wool and cotton at ten cents per package plus a Lewis' Single Binder cigar from Peoria. It asserts bold self assurance and ends with a romantic proverb about remembering a kiss long after others forget.
An advertisement claims Laxative Bromu Quinine tablets cure a cold in one day and offers a refund if not. It notes Dr. W. Rove’s signature appears on each box. The ad adds a quip about men not appreciating poverty until they reach wealth.
The device warns that neglecting a cold leads to serious illnesses like bronchitis pleurisy pneumonia and consumption. It advises using Simmons' Cough Syrup at the first signs of a cold sore throat or chest to soothe irritation loosen phlegm and promptly cure you.
A Baltimore American quote urges facing danger head on while the Kansas City Journal notes a man near danger from an approaching automobile. The items reflect editorials on courage and prudence.
James Cauble, longtime Cheyenne resident, was killed when a ditch caved in during work. Chandler is contemplating building a new courthouse and jail, while Greer County roars to keep existing boundary lines. Mangum hosts a large indignation meeting as a representative is sent to the capital for sought legal counsel.
The article recommends tannic acid as a treatment for under eye puffiness. Mix 20 grains to an ounce of glycerine and apply with a camel hair brush each night and morning to improve skin condition.
An advertisement promotes Hunt's Cure as a guaranteed treatment for skin diseases. It claims immediate relief and permanent cure for eczema tetter ringworm and itching with a single box. The copy also includes a social jab about people who advocate for rights versus those who take them.
Advertised claim promises to cure itching bleeding prolapsed piles in days with a money back guarantee. Includes statement of remedy and refund option if not cured.
A wedding guest reports the best man faced challenges confirming his duties. Organizers and attendees noted uncertainty about responsibilities and ceremonial steps, prompting discussions about clarity in wedding protocols.
A philosophical reflection notes that it is folly to ignore one’s own faults while attempting to escape others. The quote emphasizes self-scrutiny over blaming others and urges personal accountability.
An advertisement extols Garfield Tea as a practical remedy for constipation, liver health, blood purification, cold relief, rheumatism, and overall wellness. It emphasizes regular use and general health benefits without scientific proof.
A concise observation notes that public displays by a man may carry seriousness or critique rather than humor, suggesting appearances can mask deeper motives or consequences.
Ad for McMillan Fur and Wool Co of Minneapolis offering ship fur and pelts sales and pricing. Mentions Lewis single binder cigarettes and Peoria factory distribution. Includes quirky slogans and promotional lines with casual product pitches and general consumer tips.
Vintage ad for Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup promoting teething relief for children. Claims to lessen gum inflammation pain and colic with a two ounce bottle.
A compact note highlights the link between heart failure and cash failure, noting how medical strain and financial distress often intersect for patients and families.
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