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Newspaper
Algona Courier
Location
Algona, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 07, 1911
Page
3
An advertisement touts Sarsaparilla as a remedy that purports to cure all blood humors and eruptions, clear the complexion, create appetite, aid digestion, relieve fatigue, and give vigor. It offers liquid form or chlorinated tablets called Sarsatabs for purchase.
A fragmented notice mix includes an ad for Cole’s Carbolic salve promising quick healing and scar prevention, a joke about Kale Maud and housekeeping, and Bishop Thoburn’s claim that heathen nations invent nothing. The piece asserts religion shifting to individual faith and notes India’s lack of invention, citing the patent office.
A Colorado man narrates heart trouble and indigestion stemming from heavy coffee use. After failing life insurance, he quit coffee, tried Postum, and reports rapid health improvements including vanished ailments and better digestion, prompting him to share the case as a warning to husbands and fathers.
The State Board of Education announces multiple new faculty appointments at Iowa State University in Iowa City including geology professors, German instructors, and assistants from several universities. Promotions include Paul S. Pierce and Dr J S Gillin to professorships in political economy and sociology.
Flavor depends on dough temperature during rising and timing of baking. Keep dough moderately warm, avoid extremes, and bake when the loaf has doubled in size. Knead thoroughly to distribute gas, prevent large holes, and ensure springy texture. Maintain moisture, stop excess flour, and use a hot oven for a crisp crust.
A young girl Littler Jean visits a large summer amusement park for the first time and, with boldness beyond her years, rides a thrilling figure eight ride. She explains to her mother the fear and excitement felt while sweeping fast turns, joking that she felt freckles on her stomach during the ride.
Eleven paid fire departments have entered for the state fire men's tournament in Des Moines from July 25 to 28, with over thirty teams entered from volunteer departments. Secretary Geis Botsford of the Commercial club announced arrangements. Cities and paid team counts include Des Moines two, Sioux City two, Clinton two, Council Bluffs one, Red Oak one, Davenport one, Fort Dodge one, Creston one.
Estherville July 11 Fred Lawson a farmer tried to cross a ditch with his new automobile wagon loaded with cream. While trying to free it sparks set the hay and straw ablaze under the vehicle and the car was completely burned.
In Fort Dodge on July 1 Judge R. M. Wright issued a temporary injunction restraining Ogden local No. 2439 of the United Mine Workers of America from expelling African American miners or from denying them dues and assessments.
Monticello July 1 Edward Crane collapsed from heat while working atop a new barn near Central City yesterday afternoon. He fell about thirty feet and did not regain consciousness until this morning. Local authorities reported no further injuries and Crane remained under observation.
Davenport reports Bettendorf car shops expect full production by September 1 as a number of large orders come in.
Traveling man Jesse E. Stoner was attacked and robbed near the Catholic church in Knoxville on July 1. The robbers took $24 in cash and a watch.
Will Reduce Gas reports that Council Bluffs Gas and Electric plans to lower gas price from 1.25 to 1.05 per thousand. The article notes the company has practically agreed to the reduction, outlining the new rate and expected impact on consumers.
Fragmentary report notes a July 1 gathering of young people in Estherville with mentions of a Cream Cone contest and a death-related item. Cedar Rapids also references Violet Eleanor Mentzer, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Mentzer, with unclear context and value.
Charles Understein of Chicago reports kidney trouble reduced his weight from 196 to 136 pounds and left him nearly unable to walk. After taking Doan's Kidney Pills he passed multiple gravel stones and recovered fully, with no kidney issues since. He urges others to remember the Doan's name and notes wide availability and a price of 60 cents.
Iowa Farm College bulletin outlines ten gallon ice cream formulas from 25 percent cream base. Recipes cover vanilla chocolate caramel coffee mint walnut and various fruit flavors with specified cream sugar flavorings and juices. notes on using non rancid nuts and general guidelines.
The fragment reports a conflict involving fighting worms described as poisoned toward a target labeled Elo. Readable details are limited, but the item notes a tense confrontation and a claim of poisoning related to the worm faction. Further specifics, names, places, and dates are not provided in the usable text.
Fragmentary lines describe a speaker named Edie reflecting on birds during a non breeding period. The text hints at hiding, low bushes, and a preference for solitude as the season ends. No clear incident, location, or date is identifiable from the readable fragments.
A propriety minded teacher Miss D. hosts visitors in a drawing room. Conversation turns to flowers while she derides the dormitory bath tubs as filled with American beauties. The incident reveals moral scandal chatter among pupils and staff.
Promotes Resinol Ointment as a universal remedy for pimples eczema and other skin conditions sold in opal containers at 50 cents to a dollar. Resinol Soap contains the same medication and is praised for cleansing the skin preventing hair loss and aiding infant skin care, with availability through Resinol Chemical Co. Baltimore MD.
A forty year old man named Ben debates remedies for baldness as he recalls a past moment with Edward VIII, noting he tried various measures fifteen years ago but dismissed them after seeing the Prince of Wales at a hospital opening and deciding to spare his money.
A woman asks if she can suggest lawn care while crying. He replies yes but after she asks him to plant a few dandelions, he becomes furious, throws his tools into a wheelbarrow, and leaves without a word. The exchange ends with her lingering concern over her suggestion.
A promotional appeal invites intelligent and hardworking agriculturists to visit Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, to witness local progress. The notice urges prospective settlers to come learn about opportunities, promising potential regret if they miss the visit and inviting inquiries to the Commissioner, Board of Trade, Saskatoon.
An elderly couple discusses purchasing household items and veterinary medicines from Spohn's Distemper Cure line. The ad notes Pinkeye and distemper prevention for horses of all ages, chicken cholera, and dog distemper, offered by a Goshen Indiana firm with 50 cent to 1 dollar bottles and agents wanted.
A terse back and forth centers on a golf ball found by players. One asks if the ball is in the hole and another confirms a deep hole with an overhanging bank that makes retrieval impossible. The claimant asserts ownership while a requested line for Mins Hattle’s favor is dismissed as busy.
A Scottsville Michigan woman and mother of thirteen endorses Pinkham's Vegetable Compound as a cure not containing narcotics. She claims it restored health after long illness and predicts no backache or bearing down for her friends who try it.
A fragmented line from a dated column mentions Bonice and Adam in a casual ponder about moods and grouchiness today, reflecting a playful aside in a light commentary piece. The tone hints at a human quick reflection rather than a hard news item.
The readable text shows a fragmented quote about marriage and a question about how someone married, with garbled phrasing and missing context. No identifiable persons, places, or events are discernible to form a coherent summary.
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