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Newspaper
Algona Republican
Location
Algona, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 15, 1900
Page
8
A New Orleans Times Democrat reader recalls a comical yet chaotic incident in which a very fat bookkeeper in a boarding house becomes entangled with a mousetrap. The frightened man knocks over furniture in the dark, hearing squeaks and cries, and ultimately is found immobilized with the trap clamped to his finger amid a room full of torn clothes and broken items.
The text recounts Jesus healing a man born blind by making clay and sending him to wash in the pool of Siloam, leading to debate among onlookers and Pharisees about Sabbath law and Jesus' divine authority. The notes discuss the Festival of Tabernacles, Jesus’ three major discourses, and Nicodemus’ defense, framing the Water of Life doctrine and the ensuing division among Jews.
A flood era slug infestation sweeps Jeffersonville Indiana with night raids after dark. Residents explore alleys with lamps and salt to kill slugs that reach 1 to 6 inches long and 1/4 to 1/2 inch wide. They leave slimy tracks and invade homes slipping through door cracks.
A Philadelphia Evening Post analysis credits bicycle riding and golf as the two pastimes dominating American recreation. Both appeal to men and women, encouraging social interaction and shared outings, with leisure value and scenic appeal driving their widespread appeal and cultural prominence.
A fragmented OCR glimpse shows a demand for Belgian hares. The readable fragments reference Belgian imports and newspaper listings, likely a regional notice or advertisement. The legible terms hint at trade or procurement context without clear dates or participants.
Fragmentary ad claims the salve causes harm and blood poisoning rather than healing. Mentions Dewitt's Witch Hazel and alleged dangerous ingredients. References Khlars & Adams in a dubious warning tone.
Mrs. C. Dutton of Danville reports her two children suffered from whooping cough. A small bottle of Tomky's Hoxmy and TAN eased symptoms, reducing the need for a doctor and saving money. The testimonial emphasizes rapid relief and cost efficiency.
An old advertisement extols Cancarets promised to purify blood and clear skin by "stirring up the lazy liver." It touts relief from pimples boils and blackheads for ten cents, with drugstore guarantees and a caution about counterfeit salves, urging customers to seek DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve.
Nicely located building lots of varied sizes, many with sidewalk grading, shade and fruit trees. 6 rod wide lots with depths from 10 to 18 rod and more. low prices and easy terms for builders and farmers. Contact J. E. Stacy, 9201 Kotler St, Chicago, for details.
An OCR fragment promotes numerous tonics and cures for coughs digestion and vitality. It mentions Warnae's Compound of Seven Cures and Rocky Mountain Tea, claims effectiveness for lung and stomach ailments, and touts a No Cure No Pay offer with seller O. Ith as agent.
An OCR fragment outlines a whimsical claim about a DeWitt product named Littl Surly Risara Whlurs & Adams promising unique pills and a pleasant prompt, suggesting an old time medicinal pitch. The garbled text hints at a vintage advertisement style without clear factual details or quantities.
An old advertisement touts Kodo Dyspepsia Cure claiming it digests food and relieves stomach troubles. It cites testimonials from users in India and America and urges readers not to ignore early symptoms of digestive issues.
An 1900 Windsor advertisement page touts Great Blood Renewer from C D Warner and a Seven Gyres compound. It also promotes One Minute Cough Cure as a quick, harmless remedy, and claims for skin disease cures by Banner Banvye and Ehlers Adams as premier American specialists.
An early 20th century advertisement claims DeWitt's Little Iron Pills cleanse bowels and aid digestion. It touts Rocky Mountain Ten formula from Madison Medicine Co and promotes benefits for mothers and children, with endorsements from Ehlers & Adams and references to various ailments including bowel, liver, and kidney concerns.
fragmentary note announces routes between Aberdeen and the Missouri River now being surveyed. readers are urged to watch the papers for opening dates within three weeks and to purchase and locate offices or get into business on the ground with the department in Milwaukee.
Fragmentary OCR text shows an advertisement style from a druggist or chemical firm. Reads disjointed phrases about dyes, Eade less dyes, and goods sold evenly. Likely a misread line from an early 20th century drugstore notice. No clear names, dates, or concrete events emerge.
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