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Newspaper
Advance Hustler
Location
Advance, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 31, 1916
Page
4
Excerpted letters defend the authenticity of testimonials for Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound. The company states it never publishes fictitious or untruthful letters and emphasizes that grateful women write in after benefiting from the remedy. A light anecdote about a daughter and her father follows.
An old advertisement touts GROVE'S TASTELESS tonic with Quinine and Iron claiming to drive out malaria and build up the system. The copy markets the formula on every label and prices the bottle at 50 cents. The ad then shifts to a quoted cartoon caption about a character named Buggins who wakes at sunrise to spoil others' sleep.
After Will Crooks won a parliamentary seat he toured Westminster with his young daughter who whispered that he is a big man at home but not much there, leaving him amused and thoughtful.
A brief dialogue from Life magazine features Cynicus mocking women as alike and Silicus replying with a quip on why any man would risk bigamy. The exchange satirizes marriage norms and social expectations through sharp repartee.
The article argues prohibition may hurt farmers by reducing demand for their produce. It cites estimates of 10 million farmers and $10 billion in annual farm value, with liquor firms buying about $100 million in farm goods yearly. It suggests 20 million families could compensate via higher purchasing power, keeping farm demand afloat.
In 1914 Seattle a businessman argues against state wide prohibition by detailing his yearly taxes and government costs linked to liquor. He says he pays 9000 dollars in taxes yet supports almshouses hospitals jails and reform schools through liquor revenues and accuses the liquor trade of infringing his personal liberty.
Dr Edwin F Bowers cites Professor Reinitzers prisms in anti alcohol displays across Europe to compare alcohol amounts. One cube equals enough pure alcohol to kill, another prism represents 14610 pints yearly for a man drinking daily. He warns beer drinkers flirt with the undertaker.
A speaker argues that opposition to prohibition in Washington and Oregon has ended, claiming prohibition is economically beneficial and morally sound. He predicts no licensed saloons will remain in the country within a few years.
Mayor Paul M Collins of Peotone tells the Woman's Voting league of improved finances since the town became dry. The village debt was 1000 two years ago, by January 1 1916 the treasury held 1600 in surplus and credits 400 in addition. A 1000 water bond due 1917 has been paid despite losing 4000 yearly liquor license revenue.
The quote frames a mother fighting to save her son from saloon influence as the harshest struggle, reflecting Bryan's view on temperance and moral reform in society.
A quotation from Benjamin Disraeli asserts that public health is the foundation of happiness and national power, emphasizing the first duty of a statesman in safeguarding the well being of the people.
A described party frock for young girls uses albatross cloth in cream white with venetian lace and plain net sleeves. The design features a tucked front panel skirt, short sleeveless bodice, lace slip over jacket, and a satin ribbon sash with a rosette. Moderate cost highlighted by washable fabrics.
The article notes a strong shift to colored lingerie blouses in orangeite, voile, georgette and wash satin, with white blouses scarce except for sports wear. Pale pinks yellows tans and blues dominate while cream lace Georgette blouses pair with pale fish chiffon interlinings and pink piping.
The article notes ready made school dresses in reliable materials at low prices and others with simple handwork for higher cost. It highlights plain India linen cotton with decorative embroidery and delft blue accents, diagonal stitched hems, and overcast edges. Fine sense of clothes develops as children wear serviceable, easy to decorate outfits.
Seaside maidens display patriotic flair by wearing tiny silk flags fastened under their blouses. The flags sit flat on the shoulder with a floral band matching the room’s cretonne hangings, creating a large panel effect that lightens the wallpaper’s monotony.
Article discusses clever paneled wallpaper effects using plain toned panels in fawn gray or cream for a summer cottage interior. Emphasizes practical, subtle wall treatment to enhance light and space.
The mandarin bag remains popular as the season advances. It shifts shapes and becomes more lavish in its use of color combinations, showcasing evolving fashion trends.
The article discusses Paul as a heroic figure rivaling ancient soldiers, detailing his sufferings for Christ and the endurance that defined his ministry. It notes visions from the Lord guiding his missions, and explains the thorn in the flesh as a means to bless and humble him, urging teachers to study this section.
A dean scolds a dining hall cook who defends student reports of poor meals. A murderer brags of an alibi by drawing a memory portrait of his victim. A drunken rider questions a car’s identity while a conductor grows irate. An artist explains painting a scrambled sky as artistic license.
A newspaper column reflects on military mobilization scenes with women visiting camps and a colonel limiting access to one visitor per soldier. A Guardsman chooses his mother, citing family priority, as broader notes on preparedness and social wit appear in the Washington Star.
A doctor recalls treating a patient with a sun painted on the ceiling to induce a sun therapy. The patient, unable to afford travel to warmth, ends up hospitalized with sunstroke, highlighting the era's risky creative remedies.
A witty exchange notes a volatile wife with a respectable husband, hinting at her fiery temper and the couple’s contrasting reputations.
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