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Newspaper
Ames Times
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 10, 1899
Page
5
An Odebolt Chronicle verse warns girls about a seductive biting bug with a golden wing and emerald tail. The creature’s kiss turns deadly as a sting delivers fatal venom, leaving visions of bliss before death. The poem urges vigilance against the kissing bug and its dangerous bite.
The passage discusses political worry in Nebraska, a dramatic condemnation of murder in a Humboldt Independent essay, Iowa rain aiding conditions, Gov. Shaw’s notable reply to a San Francisco labor union claim, speculative talk of Gov. Shaw as a future president, and scrutiny of William Waldorf Astor as he shifts allegiance and influences British media ownership and biographical storytelling.
The report suggests Hobson may have been stung by a kissing bug before a continental trip, noting the sting can alter behavior. A modest young woman then allegedly became hysterical after a sting and repeatedly sought to kiss objects and people, despite protests from others.
The piece contrasts American and English boy routines noting London pupils spend long hours divided between school and work. It lists a schedule from 9 to 12, 12:30 to 1:45, 2 to 4:30, 4:35 to 10, plus Saturday and Sunday hours totaling 854 hours weekly. It ends with Ames boys urged to hurry and help at home with chores.
Cyrenus Cole notes Hull's Alaska trip with Mrs. Hull and describes Hull as shaping national policy from the military committee chair. The piece praises his persistence from a senate page to congressman, his social ties, and his influence in Washington, while noting the Iowa context and possible future senatorship.
Manchester Michigan resident Geo D Williams states his wife was helpless for five years until Electric Bitters. he reports she can now turn in bed and do her own work. The tonic is praised for female disorders and general weakness with claims of quick relief and a 50 cent price tag.
A long standing remedy claimed to cure coughs colds and incipient consumption with many being relieved in advanced stages. Money back if not satisfied. Priced at 25 cents 50 cents and 1.00. For sale by H. D. Miller.
An advertisement promotes Karl's Clover Root Tea as purifying breath by cleansing the bowels with claims of an absolute guarantee. Sold for years with a price of 25 cents or 50 cents, available from Hi. D. Miller.
Advertisement notes sick headaches afflicting overworked women are cured by Karl's Clover Root Tea described as a blood purifier and tissue builder. Money refunded if not satisfactory. Priced at 25 and 50 cents. For sale by H. D. Miller.
The advertisement promotes Ir Shiloh Cough and Consumption Cure with prices at 25 cents 50 cents and 1 dollar It guarantees refunds if the bottle is not satisfactory and notes sales by H D Miller with over fifty years on the guarantee.
An assortment of vintage ads touts Shiloh’s cough remedy for croup plus cures for other ailments. Local merchants H. D. Miller and J. Jd. Grove promote canned goods, vinegars, Vienna sausage, and baked beans. Firms Miller & Kooser, C. F. Letts, and Adams Bros advertise goods, wares, and guaranteed durable clothing with promotions and rent notice for a residence.
An essayed verse describes a captured wildcat placed near a creek and a swimming hole causing fear among local youths. Cap Hurst is warned by his physician to quit the prank as it triggers nightmares and nervousness. The note also mentions Geo Little and Harry Shehee while a Governor Shaw reference closes the item.
Twenty nine officers and men at the front praise Bucklen’s Arnica Salve for scratches bruises cuts and wounds with burns skin eruptions and piles also noting its effectiveness. Sold by H D Miller druggist in Dupuque La with a 25 cent box and a Cure guaranteed claim.
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