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Newspaper
Anniston Evening Star
Location
Anniston, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Apr 04, 1907
Page
2
A Detroit reader from 839 Dix Ave. Detroit Mich. endorses Cooper's New Discovery for general debility caused by bad habits and weak stomach. The ad cites fatigue loss of appetite and restlessness, claims two bottles restore stomach function and energy, with a testimonial from KB McDade.
A brief appeal notes favorable reports about well known medicines and invites readers to inquire about them for more information.
Fred Barnhill returns from Lineville trip for T A Howle & Co. Carmiel Von Henriksen injured at Kilby locomotive works in Anniston. J. W. Jones rests, but shows little improvement. Oxford Odd Fellows to meet with degree work and social hour. Rev W N Claybrook preaches at Christian church tonight at 7 30. Miss Mary Snow visiting Talladega guest to Mrs Hattie Wilson expects return week end. Mrs N Roberts visiting Columbiana. Katharine Steel chapter D A R K to meet April 24 with musical and recitation program. Troas Davenport injured by bees, face and hands marked. J B McClurkin advertises pasture near Oxford Lake 50c-$1 per head. Sam Aderholt nursing hand, John Craig ill. Oxford baseball vs Anniston public school tomorrow at 3 30. Belle Kearney lecture on temperance in Anniston tonight at no charge. Mrs Arcus Hoamphries improving. Ground is being prepared for a new residence on Snow street by Bynum Walker.
A literary editor explains how seasonal influxes of novels flood newspaper offices with reviews. Hastily skimmed, many works vanish from memory, while a standout unknown author may receive praise that solidifies a strong reputation.
The text explains that the ruby diamond emerald and sapphire are the five premier stones with the pearl excluded as its own standard. It notes color clearness and cut perfection determine brilliance, with diamonds favoring brilliant cutting and other stones using step cuts to reveal fire. The diamond is mineral carbon, ruby is corundum, emerald is bery, sapphire colored corundum.
Trescott notes the Aztecs and related peoples valued wealth in quills packed with gold dust and in bags of chocolate grains as a form of money.
The London Chronicle notes that Pickwick is a voyage through inns and travel, mentioning that Dickens as a youthful reporter traversed England. In Pickwick alone, fifty five inns and taverns are named and often described at length.
A man seeking to start a business rejects two friends suggestions and prefers stable commerce. He notes frequent shop name changes in proposed areas and argues profitable trade attracts movement, avoiding short stay neighborhoods.
A historical note attributes headaches to lack of exercise and poor circulation, citing excitement over trivial matters, neglect of bowels, cold-water baths with dry heads, low pillows, excessive alcohol, cold feet, and adverse reactions to iron and quinine as common causes.
A cheerful philosopher notes that giving yields twice as much in return. Phamley confirms the line, sharing a story from last June when he gave away his daughter and she and her husband returned in August.
A brief column from the Leaver Oklahoma newspaper hints that practical judgment helps resolve man’s difficulties, while a touch of humor can ease the way. The note reflects local editorial tone and community wit.
A poem praising women’s boundless influence and worth across earth and heaven. The speaker asserts there is no task, blessing, or life event with any value without a woman’s presence, urging readers to respect and invest in women, even in everyday choices like clothing purchases.
Thad M. Gwin and Company advertise a handsome commodious dwelling fully equipped with up-to-date comforts and conveniences. The listing promises modern features and convenient living in a well located property.
A Salvation Army preacher declares eternity beyond human grasp using vivid imagery. He claims even after millions of years in eternity, it would still be a hundred thousand million years to breakfast time, emphasizing the endless nature of eternal existence.
The deputy stage manager known as Linders, once disliked by ballet dancers, wore a wig. An enraged coryphee grabbed him by the hair and tore off the wig, exposing a bald head. He rushed to Mrs Harris, the manager’s wife, who exclaimed the bald truth, and Linders replied that his hair loosened with horror.
The country life journal argues that picturesque landscapes are degraded by expanding telephone lines. It warns that the pursuit of utility prompts the sacrifice of beauty, as intrusive posts mar natural scenery in modern infrastructure.
A satirical note mocks a railway, calling it the worst in the world. It blasts asthmatic engines, excess fares, snow-let carriages, and furnaces in heat, claiming the motto is punctuality while main stations are reached through a bottle neck.
A barroom exchange captures a man’s evasive reply about guilt. He deflects with a quip about the jury while questioning the judge’s role, as reported by the Philadelphia Ledger.
During a formal function at Lambeth Palace in London, the Right Rev Daniel Tuttle and his wife were announced as the bishop of Misery and Mrs Tuttle in a moment that drew notice for its odd phrasing at the conference setting.
A witty exchange reveals a man discovering a cherished photo is of himself in earlier days. His spouse notes the image shows him with hair, prompting humorous self awareness and a lighthearted moment.
Stella and Bella debate spelling changes with Stella advocating reform and Bella insisting only Miss becomes Mrs in a Tit-Bits style exchange.
An actress recounts a touring experience from England featuring an actor who refused a struck blow to avoid harming his future in laws. To settle the matter the actor agreed to a reversed hit with a heavier pay off, and the crowd cheered as he left the stage triumphant despite losing his job.
An observer recalls ferreting a burrow housing a fox a cat a stoat and rabbits and rats. The fox died after a nip from the ferret and the hunter later shot the stoat and the cat as they emerged. The site was a large burrow along a dry watercourse that sometimes held a fox during later ferrets.
Out of sight out of mind Bucklen arnica salve claims to heal sores burns wounds piles and chilblains. Sold by Elam Ord way Houser and Scarbrough Drug Co available for 25e with guarantee.
A lean dyspeptic chews endlessly, claiming forty chews per bite. A physiologist argues meat needs little chewing while vegetables require thorough mastication, noting mouth alkalis interfere with stomach acids. He urges letting meat slide down.
The term idiot traces from Greek idiotes meaning private individual to layman and then to a person with mental deficiency. In English it evolved to denote ignorance and awkwardness, seen in Piers Plowman, 1698 usage for someone knowing one language, and use by Wyclif and Jeremy Taylor. A professional fool was once called an idiot too.
A Cleveland Plain Dealer item features a witty exchange where a caller asks a girl if her father is in the wood shed. She retorts that he is at the town meeting splitting infinitives, highlighting playful domestic irony.
Pierre Lerouge notes in Revue Generale that M. Catulle Mendes favored fatness while M. Vanor, leaning to the hundred kilos, argued otherwise. A sword duel nearly killed both when a rapier pierced only skin, leaving the mystery unresolved.
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