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Newspaper
Algona Courier
Location
Algona, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 20, 1911
Page
12
An advertisement extols ITood's Sorasaparilla claiming to enrich blood and restore strength mood and energy. It promises improved digestion appetite sleep and appearance with a bold claim that thousands confirm the benefits and urges readers to obtain the product today.
An advertisement touts Cuticura Soap and Cuticura ointment as solving itching eczema rashes and inflammations in infants and children, promising immediate relief and better sleep for families. It invites readers to request a free 32 page care guide from Potter Drug & Chem, Corp., Boston, and ends with a humor line about unaffordable shopping.
A reminiscence about Joseph Pulitzer reveals his relentless work ethic and self denial. The story recalls a conversation with Ralph, Pulitzer's son, who notes his father's refusal to take holidays. The punchline comes when the son jokes that the only time Pulitzer did something for pleasure was when he married Mrs. Pulitzer.
A fashionably dressed young woman enters a large western city post office and asks for stamps. The clerk presents a sheet of two cent stamps as she selects one centered on the sheet. She states I will take theirs one please.
Des Moines January 16. Iowa lawmakers open efforts to elect Doliver successor with Young leading Republican hopes for 35 to 40 votes and Kenyon and Funk each at 20 to 25. Democrats back Claude Porter as 80 votes needed to win, likely delaying a choice beyond January 17. Progressives hold 6 of 104 Republican seats, Standpatters about 45, with deadlock shifting to possible primary votes in June 1912. The contest remains mild amid factional lines and politican maneuvering.
Burlington Iowa reported a worst sleet storm in 32 years on January 16 causing telegraph and telephone outages, downed electric lines, and widespread damage. Fruit trees split, communication with nearby towns halted, and crews worked to restore service after wires were damaged by ice.
A gas line tank explosion in Steckel's garage burns the garage and destroys Johnson's ware room with total damage around $13,500. A baby’s body is found in a coal car near the Great Western round house with no identity clues. In Bidney, Ta, a jury acquits Dr Arnold Jolly of causing Mrs Noblitt’s death by alleged criminal operation.
A playful exchange unfolds as a bride refuses the best man’s marriage proposal and asserts she would not marry him, while he presses for a different match. The banter highlights romance and social expectations in a lighthearted scene.
Mrs Eliza Kirk of Spencer Indiana describes severe inflammatory rheumatism with swollen limbs and extreme pain. After months of limited progress under medical care, her husband bought Dean's Kidney Pills which rapidly relieved symptoms and led to lasting recovery over three years. Sold by Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY for 60 cents a box.
A destitute hobo knocked on a back door and, claiming a sick wife and twelve hungry children, received two home made biscuits from a wary housewife. He thanked her, then asked for a nut cracker to crack the biscuits for quicker eating.
Dr. W B Cannon of Harvard mocked anti vivisection literature during a New York dinner remarking it is as erroneous as a college girl run medical department. A sample reply noted a misprint about laudanum dosage. The exchange included a cremation remark and a lifesaver recounting a near miss with a grateful survivor.
A fragmented ad style passage toutselixirs for wounds and blood poisoning with Hamlins Wizard Oil and Winslow’s Soothing Syrup. It mixes quotes and dubious endorsements, citing public service and satire with claimsof instant cures and soothing remedies.
Practical nursery guidance favors cold served stewed fruit and jacketed potatoes to preserve nutrients. An irrigation land offer from California promises full soil and water reports with generous commissions. A boarding house exchange ends with a witty line about unlimited eating but never satisfying taste.
A nurse from Somerville Massachusetts testifies to Resinal’s strength. She says she obtains absolute satisfaction from Resinal and uses it constantly. One patient with 15 year ulcers improves significantly and plans to continue until cured. She reports remarkable cures with Resinal.
A humorous exchange unfolds as one person reveals plans to surprise their wife this Christmas by giving her the money. The other reacts with curiosity, turning the moment into a lighthearted quip about the gift.
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