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Newspaper
Algona Courier
Location
Algona, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 31, 1902
Page
8
A jumble of quips about a new teaching law, space for a terrible example in schools, and a comic exchange about bottles and drinkers reflects a late 19th century urban chatter. The dialogue weaves social critique, humor, and local concerns through sly wit and topical references.
Report from Willemstad says French protests over Venezuela denying landfall to M Seerestat of Bordeaux despite assurances. French consul notes divergence about General Matos and voyage of the St Laurent. Passengers defend Seerestat’s conduct while authorities claim need to protect French citizens. French cruisers Tage Suchet and D Estrees may be ordered to La Guayra.
James J Hill, president of the Northern Securities Company and Great Northern Railway, testifies before the Interstate Commerce Commission for over three hours. He argues competition does not cut rates and cites peaceful northwest rail relations as proof of lower costs. He defends Burlington purchase as necessity, explains Northern Securities formation without simple motives.
The ad-like fragment touts Newbro's Herpivdde as the sole product that destroys dandruff germs and restores hair vitality. It compares rival preparations unfavorably, promises instant destruction of flakes, and lures readers with a 46 cent to WW cent price, urging readers to ask their druggist.
Washington Jan 26 Democratic members held a House caucus in the hall last evening adopting regulations claiming power to promulgate a party platform. They argued the party platform binds representatives until a new convention adopts a different platform. Debate centered on whether the Kansas City platform should stand or be replaced by a new policy declaration.
A dense, 19th century advertisement collage touts various remedies and products. Catarrh cure extolled as constitutional, with generic pills, tonics, dyes, featherweight claims, and household starch contrasted. Mentions several brands and places, plus miscellaneous consumer items.
Mrs Louise M Gibson from Chicago credits Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound with curing her kidney trouble relief from headaches backache and burning sensations She states she felt young and healthy again after using the remedy and invites confidential advice from Mrs Pinkham at Lynn Mass for further female health cases
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