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Newspaper
Anita Record
Location
Anita, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 20, 1919
Page
6
The advertisement touts Danderine as a cheap method to stop dandruff and itching and to produce soft, glossy hair with rapid results. It claims hair will appear fuller and new hair will sprout within weeks, praising the product as the only sure hair grower and scalp author.
Nine year-old Maury and her seven year-old brother quarreled despite mother’s intervention. Mary complains of insult as John retorts that his face was already made and accuses her of a false face story.
An advert touts Haarlem Oil Capsules as a centuries proven remedy for kidney bladder issues and rheumatic pains. It promises quick relief for backache, rheumatism, and bladder problems with a money back guarantee if unsatisfied. The ad urges purchasing the genuine GOLD MEDAL brand from drug stores.
A playful exchange mocks antiprohibition era wit as a barber jokes about new acquaintances and a jab at Mr. Jinks with a light, period style punchline.
An OCR fragment references The J. W. Cole Co. and a product named Carbolléalvete. It mentions a bus accident of sorts and a vague stage analogy, with garbled place names and scattered phrases about acting and worth.
A fashion column notes Americans drift to summer styles despite cooler months, favoring satin and chiffon over serge and wool. French taffeta, Shantung, and foulard rise, with jersey and covert cloth expanding options. Coats and dresses move away from heavy serge, embracing lighter silhouettes and bold color accents.
The article details methods to start gas engines in cold weather. It covers crank resistance from thickened oil, weak spark from dry batteries, and slow gasoline vaporization. Remedies include priming, warming the intake and cylinders, using hot water in the cooling system, heating the intake manifold, open flame cautions, heating the spark plug, and employing volatile fuels like ether or high test gasoline to improve vaporization.
A fragment suggests a recurring monastic phrase or item titled Monk's Collar appears in city archives with unclear context. The note references a monkish collar or pendant as a clue, but details are fragmentary and no names, dates, or locations are confirmed.
Residents note Good as Weed Killer performs well against sweet clover and rivals hemp in controlling unwanted growth. Observers compare effectiveness with other plants and discuss practical applications in gardens and fields.
An old advertisement urges mothers to use California Syrup of Figs for sick infants and children with fever, constipation, or stomach upset. It claims gentle relief within hours, promoting a well, playful child, and warns to buy only from California Fig Syrup Company.
An advertisement touts Dr Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery as a blood purifier for post influenza weakness and winter ailments. It claims to improve liver function and digestion, offers liquid or tablet forms, and urges 10 cents for a trial package from the Buffalo address, with a testimonial from Mrs Anna Montague.
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