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Newspaper
Akron Register Tribune
Location
Akron, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 23, 1908
Page
6
A fragmentary reflection on daily work and mental strain from Pry's Magazine. The author questions how the pressure of money and unseen bets affects a person and whether such an existence harms national spirit.
A fragmentary old ad page features Donn's Kidney Mla claims curing back pain dropsy and rheumatic symptoms, with testimonials and pricing. Claims include relief lasting five years and references to Foster-Milburn Co. Also mentions various patent medicines, tonics, and a sample offer for Allen's Foot Base. The text imitates early 20th century medical advertising style with dubious efficacy notes.
A Chi syfo publisher said Henry James s visit to Philadelphia stirred chatter among housemaids dowtown. They joked he is a finicky sissy gentleman and recalled an awkward incident where James allegedly used one of his razors to pry open a window, provoking a strong reaction from locals.
A collage of agricultural tips and statistics spans farm methods, seed quality, wool output, and pest concerns. It cites cattle and horse care, clover and alfalfa sowing, cabbage ash effects, and the health impact of peach and corn diseases, with figures on wool production and livestock losses.
An article discusses cattle disease from Haemoplasma and tracing losses in past years, advocating federal action to eradicate pests. It shifts to monza farming in Tuscany and a seed scam warning, then contrasts Robert Ingersoll era farming with modern efficiency, praising university education, machinery, rural services, and Wisconsin youth staying in agriculture.
A promotional piece extols Borax as a pure white powder for household disinfection and cleansing. It claims Borax can purify sinks, drains, bed linens, clothing, and utensils, offering a safe, economical alternative to harsher chemicals and urging readers to use it for medical and domestic cleaning. It also references Garfield Tea as a liver and digestive aid.
In a striking sight during a thunderstorm Attle Gertrude witnesses a bolt dancing along a telegraph line and exclaims I just saw a piece of the sun dull dow s from the sky. The New York Press records the oddly vivid observation in a brief, quirky report.
A Southern newspaper contributor argues the call of the soil appeals to successful men who left farms. He cites Western Canada lands at 10 to 15 dollars per acre as safe investments and mentions Canadian government agents offering 100 acre free homestead grants near railways and towns in the United States.
A fragment notes that Parthian men face strict dress codes in Paris dining rooms. It claims London attire is unsuitable and emphasizes tailored wear as mandatory, with men expected to dine in Paris wearing formal clothes. The text references Bois le Boulogne and a Parisian pavé ritual custom.
The letter from Felix Gerstner of 24 Columbus Ave New York dates May 29 reports long standing toe and underarm skin sores causing pain and hindered work. After eight years of suffering and many doctors plus three hundred dollars spent with no relief, the condition is claimed cured within a week by a mysterious cutlery remedy. He says he can return to business tonight.
The Well-Informed demand a pleasant and effective liquid laxative. California Fig Syrup Co offers Syrup of Figs and Elixir of Senna, prepared to physicians’ standards. The genuine product is sold by the Big Syrup Co at fifty cents per bottle through leading druggists.
Mrs Chugwater reviews the morning paper and spots a thin fine line that reads hosinh She asks Elohim what it means Mr Chugwater explains the line is out of order and laments the same old story of misprint and confusion
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