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Newspaper
Algona Courier
Location
Algona, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 31, 1905
Page
8
Hundreds of veterans suffer kidney and bladder catarrh from war exposure, cold, and fatigue. After trying many remedies, many found relief with Peruna promoted by Dr. S. B. Hartman of the Hartman Sanitarium Columbus Ohio. Free confidential medical advice offered.
The notice urges shoppers to insist on Defiance Cold Water Starch in 16 ounce packages, not 12 or 12 1 2 ounce sizes, claiming the 16 oz version saves time and prevents iron sticking. It argues grocers push smaller packs to clear stock and touts Defiance as chemical free and money saving.
News from St Petersburg and Paris trace growing talk of peace between Russia and Japan. Dispatches say preliminary talks may start in Stockholm or Copenhagen with a leading Russian general and an undisclosed Japanese envoy. Final terms hinge on Japan pausing as she advances on Vladivostok, while Russia resists indemnity. Also reports of an assassination attempt on St Petersburg police official and a fatal balloon fall in Idaho.
Miss Gertrudas Ts. Bull is reported to have nearly exhausted strength after a severe pneumonia attack. Doctors failed to break the illness, but Dr Williams Pink Pills for Pale People are credited with her recovery. She describes prior ailments including stomach weakness, nausea, kidney trouble, swollen feet, and heart strain. Residing in Union Grove, Minnesota, she praises the pills and notes a pamphlet advertisement sparked treatment. The pills purify and enrich the blood and are sold worldwide through druggists. A free medical booklet is offered by Dr Williams Medicine Co., Schenectady NY.
A reflective note on moderation highlighting the risk of excess in behavior and decision making. It cautions that ease can become laxness if limits are not observed and urges balance and discipline.
A testimonial from Frederick Busehe of New York City credits Cuticura Soap and Ointment with curing a severe scalp humor and restoring hair. He praises the products and says he will continue using them as a scalp dressing. The rest of the passage promotes Defiance Starch and asserts there is no excitement in doing what you are allowed.
A marketing note claims Defance Starch makes carpets last longer without shaking out or blowing, offering one third more for the money. It contrasts bustling activity with dignity and hints at improved outcomes when using this starch.
A fragmented ad style item touts a supposed permanent cure with Dr Line's Great Nerve Leature and a free trial, then shifts to a dramatic courtroom-like scene and a bogus medical claim. The text includes garbled names and a mock legal affidavit, ending with a quack cure pitch for Catarrm Uat and CURSE PALLON.
Shepherds view a sheep’s wool as an unfailing weather barometer. The curlier the wool, the finer the weather predicted.
Women often present multiple symptoms from dyspepsia to nervous exhaustion, but many suffer from womb disease. Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription is promoted as a cure targeting the cause, not just symptoms, with testimonials and claims of improved health and complexion. The ad touts its safety, lack of alcohol, and a related medical adviser.
A Cincinnati woman reports recovery from uterine trouble after nine months of suffering. After five bottles of Lydia E. Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound she was cured and now advocates the remedy for painful menstruation, nervousness, indigestion, and other signs of female weakness.
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