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Newspaper
Akron Register Tribune
Location
Akron, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 07, 1916
Page
8
A writer notes holidays and vacations upend household schedules. Parents face disturbed sleep, late breakfasts, noisy homes, and mental distraction from children traveling between friends, college visits, and parties. Preparation should focus on mental readiness and undivided attention to children.
An odd advert describes a supposed kidney cleansing remedy by a doctor offering to remove poisons from the body. It warns of kidney trouble signs like back pain and bladder issues and urges readers to mail five cents to Dr. Paper for testing and propelion.
Incomplete text shows a discussion of a percentage related business matter and a legislator who voted against it. The legible elements reference a statement about not acting at the time and a concern over the Finn or firm.
A Western visitor notes two types of Constantinople dervishes the turning and the howling. The turning group dances on a waxed platform with rhythmic music while the howling group convulses in a painful trance. The spectacle leaves a lasting, unsettling impression despite its stark display of fervor and mystic ritual.
The Wellcome Historical Medical Museum presents a rare exhibit noted by the London Lancet showing nursery door inscriptions declaring a child is not at home to ward off measles and other infections. Also on view are charms and toys, including a yellow deer with a wagging head used as exorcism against palsy and numbness of the limbs.
A transcription from the London Daily News describes a bizarre tribunal scene where a doctor is asked about rejection and income. The applicant claims no income and questions barely addressable by the court. The dialogue suggests marital status and a claim that neither spouse earns, highlighting a curious, perhaps comical inquiry into credibility.
A 19th century reminiscence recalls the Duke of Orleans and his brother courting Virginia sisters aboard a riverboat voyage from Norfolk to Richmond. Their father, Count de Parly, restrained the meeting as a Richmond reporter arranged a social call, leading to a late night maneuver and a swift transfer to Washington.
A Cleveland Texas article recounts a tale linking James Jeffries to Bill Gordon a Toledo boxing scene. Gordon, raised in Oak Harbor, allegedly stepped in to fight after a champion defeated three men, delivering deeds praised by onlookers though disputed by an unnamed adversary.
William Morris Hughes, Australia’s premier, described as a mighty fighter despite a 100 pound frame, has long suffered dyspepsia yet driven by a mind that surmounts adversity. His spontaneous oratory and biting wit rally supporters in federal debates. He studies famed speakers to refine his rhetoric and commands with barbed, mordant language.
General Michel Alexies, chief of staff to Nicholas I, rose by work and control of the front. He and the czar lunched together, then he asked to dine with his officers in their mess, a request granted, changing daily routine and strengthening his command.
Ad promotes Skinners Macaroni and Spaghetti as nutritious for children claiming it builds bones and muscles, calms nerves, and costs little. It urges mothers to request a free cookbook from Skinner, Mfg Co based in Oninha Nebr.
A New York Times correspondent urges using Native American names for US warships. He cites chieftains like Powhatan Tecumseh Black Hawk and Pontine as ideal symbols of naval strength and leadership, arguing these names honor indigenous heritage and evoke resilience.
Castoria advertises its Castoria remedy for infants and children with a long history of use. The excerpt contrasts cheerful views with a satirical remark about reformers and the temptation to appear happy while remaining skeptical.
An 1890s style ad asserts uric acid causes rheumatism and that Anuric, a native remedy from Dr. Pierce, can drive out uric acid to relieve pain and swelling. It offers a trial package for 10 cents and promotes dissolving the uric acid with hot water and sugar.
A playful snippet shows a visitor asking if someone loves horses and replying with a humorous misquote about riding miles in an automobile to see a horse show.
An old advertisement promises cleansing and purifying effects for the skin with a beap ointment. It claims to keep skin clear and hands soft, offering free samples by mail and a postcard address in Boston. It also notes yearly imports of 500,000 birds.
Neighbors praise Dr Pierce products including Anuric and Golden Medical Discovery for backache nervousness and rheumatic troubles. Mrs Phlstor and Mr Gare share positive experiences, noting no alcohol or narcotics and the medicines’ vegetable root origins.
A brief note highlights a Plano manufacturer making a mark in the infant industry with a specialty in baby grand pianos. The item emphasizes the niche craft and local business focus.
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