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Newspaper
Anniston Evening Star
Location
Anniston, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1903
Page
14
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Richard Mansfield argues that stage acting cannot be taught as a craft. He recounts a London encounter with a would-be actress who misfired on every cue, proving that acting is a gifted instinct, not learned technique. Critics abound in audiences, yet true acting remains a rare inspiration beyond instruction.
A mother and daughter stroll in an uptown park. The child asks about acorns while the mother humorously warns she will spank if the girl asks more foolish questions. The scene blends learning with a light domestic moment.
An advertisement states kidney trouble is the deadliest disease and Foley's Kidney Cure can prevent fatal outcomes if taken early. Mentions Elam Ordway and Houser as presumably local promoters or distributors.
The passage notes seaweed harvesting turning coastal farms into a budding industry. Farmers burn weed waste to extract ashes for chemical use, expanding farm boundaries as marshes drain and rocky wastes are cleared. Modern tools replace old huts, and farming links to iodine trade boost regional wealth and make farming resemble a new American model.
Foley & Co of Chicago originated Foley's Honey and Tar as a throat and lung remedy. Due to its popularity many imitations with similar sounding names appear. The genuine product comes in a yellow package and is promoted as the best cough and cold remedy, with Elam, Ordway & Houser backing the warning.
The Evening Star advertises a monthly subscription rate of 25 cents cash in advance, outlining a simple pay ahead option for readers. The notice emphasizes an affordable way to receive the newspaper regularly.
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