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Newspaper
Ames Intelligencer
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 01, 1881
Page
4
A poem reflecting awakening faith and renewal. The speaker contrasts stormy heaven and cold earth with a revived spirit and hope. It urges the pale scientist to seek fresh vitality in nature’s signs like the opening rose and white lily and to dismiss arctic doubts.
An account of Indian circle hunting to flush game, recounting a dramatic ostrich chase in the Patagonian plains. The scene includes fires, pursuing dogs, and a fast dash down a hill as the ostrich battles pursuit. The narrative blends exploration with a vivid hunt.
A family mourns Leo the dog after his death. The children recall his loyalty and playful bonds, while Squire Toots laments the loss and notes Leo was “only a dog” though loved as part of the family. The burial takes place in a grove, with no belief in resurrection for Leo.
The Milwaukee Republican reports Lightning Ellis originated the term blizzard during the Minnesota frontier storms of the 1860s. O C Bates of the Northern Vindicator published it first, recalling Ellis introducing the word in that historic newspaper office.
A Glasgow musician tours Europe offering organist services, facing a male choir in one town due to a betrothal ring misreading. The piece shifts to Berlin and Hamburg social life, noting frugal, culture rich living, simple parties, few servants, and direct social interaction. It ends with reflections on the fate of genius amid mass education and modern communications.
The letter by J. A. Daniels of Stogdill & Daniels in La Crosse Wisconsin cites St Jacobs Oil as a valuable medicine that quickly quiets knee pain and inflammation after a brief trial. The opinion notes the oil’s effectiveness and relief.
Engineer Mr. Lucas of the British Telegraph Construction and Maintenance Co unveils a deep sea lead with two hollow crablike claws that snap shut to seize and retain bottom samples. The device, held by a spiral spring and locking crossbars, has raised material from 2000 fathoms and can even nip a sheet of paper from a table.
Henry A. Knight of Chas. Waters & Co.'s Governor and Valve Works in Boston reports using St Jacobs Oil on workers. He says it never fails to cure bruises and burns and leaves men delighted with the remarkable effects.
A brief exchange depicts a suitor declaring divine guidance to wed Rachel, who responds with filial submission and faith in the divine will. The archaic phrasing suggests a themed vignette about arranged marriage guided by religious conviction.
A Galveston waiter asks a green customer about oysters and how to prepare them. A playful exchange follows with jokes on scalloped oysters and washing stained windows with turpentine or benzine.
A parade of patent medicines and tonics praised for broad cures. Advertisers tout Hop Bitters Carboline Piso's Cure for Consumption Lydia E Pinkham remedies ArteN's Lune Balaam Glenn's Sulphur Soap and more with claims of rapid relief for coughs pains and rheumatic ailments.
A реклам text promotes Warner's Safe Kidney and Cure as a guaranteed health regulator. It claims lasting protection and prevention of illness, urging readers to buy now to stay healthy.
An advertisement targets women claiming Dr Halliday Blood Purifier restores health and color, tones the body, and boosts appetite. It suggests pairing with Dr Halliday Catarrh Inhalent for catarrh or headaches and notes wholesale agents Noyes and Cutler in St Paul.
A Somerville man recounts near-fatal lung illness in 1876 77 and credit to Dr William Hall’s Balsam for the Lungs. He endorses its curative power for consumption and plumbs Electric Bitters for female weakness and organ complaints. Also cited are Durang’s Rheumatic Remedy and Fraze grease as consumer aids.
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