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Newspaper
Ames Times
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 25, 1905
Page
6
The article argues that gambling systems fail against Monte Carlo odds, zero, and a maximum limit. It details the bank’s advantage in roulette and even bets, the impossibility of “breaking the bank,” and the futility of progressive schemes. It also notes the human factor and cites a tonic advertisement amid the gambling discussion.
A promotional notice explains that when the body is cleared for action users will see a bloom of health on the cheeks and bright eyes. It advertises Dr King’s New Life Pills sold by L. M. Bosworth drug store for 25 cents.
An old Apache tale explains face painting as a memory of a hunter saved by the bear. After a lion attacked, the bear bled on the hunter and the claws left marks. the hunter kept the blood so it would dry and peel, creating the streaked designs for hunting and war.
A reader from Calhoun Georgia touts Dr King's New Discovery for coughs and bronchitis. The ad notes two physicians failed, the drug cured coughs and helped sleep, with a trial bottle free and prices 50 cents and 1.00 at L M Bosworth drug store.
The piece notes cicadas differ from grasshoppers in sound production and that only males sing. It recalls the ancient symbol of a cicada on a harp representing music, and a fable where a singing cicada helps a contestant by replacing a broken string, aiding his victory.
In Kilkee County Clare a curious rental notice method signals available apartments. Instead of traditional signs the window flap bears a clean white envelope inviting inquiries. This custom is widespread at the seaside health resort attracting seekers to single white envelopes for rentals.
Hamburg's first bourse, built 1558 to 1560, described as a shelterless, paved meeting place 112 feet by 42 feet, supported by bulwarks with a low surrounding stone wall. Enlarged in 1577 by a cloth hall roof, the current bourse has no membership and allows free access to all respectable men for floor privileges.
The article notes the toothstainer in eastern Asia who applies a fine polish with a harmless pigment, using a brush box to stain teeth. It also mentions the Arabia based gossiper who gathers rumors and stories, visiting homes to tell them, earning a fair income with adaptable tales.
A reflection on early deaths of great writers and artists. It contrasts lifespan with lasting achievement, naming Burns Byron Poe Raphael Lanier and the enduring influence of their works. The piece quotes Lippincott's noting that those loved by the gods may die young yet leave voices that echo through the centuries.
A Detroit Free Press quote reports a husband noting his wife’s voice has become more musical and refined since she began voice cultivation. He observes a noticeable change when she calls him down.
A reflective line from Shakespeare on absence cutting to the self and deep isolation. The quotation frames absence as a personal exile within attachment and loss.
The District Court of Story County Iowa appointed Nora B R Wearth on April 27 1905 as administratrix of Fred J Wearth deceased. Creditors and debtors must settle with the court, presenting claims legally authenticated for allowance.
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