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Newspaper
Anniston Evening Star
Location
Anniston, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jan 08, 1909
Page
6
A small eastern city holds a wedding tradition where guests gather at the station to see the couple depart. The bride and groom ride a white horse drawn carriage around a circuit while the train arrives late, delaying the couple’s departure for hours before a final rush to the platform.
Mr J P Klote of Hdina Mo reports using Chamberlains Stomach and Liver Tablets for stomach trouble and finding it more beneficial than other remedies. Sold by Elam Ordway and Houser.
The author argues that weather forecasts from clouds vary by observer location and are not authoritative causes. A red sky at night could signify moisture and possible rain or reflect dust from a distant volcanic eruption, illustrating the need for cautious judgment in nautical forecasting.
A New York Press excerpt describes eye shapes as signals of mental state and morality. It links almond eyes with genius, protruding eyes with weakness, close-set eyes with cunning, and beauty to elegance and social interest.
An advertisement touts Foley's Honey and Tar as the sole safe cough remedy for infants and children, noting it contains no opiates or narcotics. It urges careful mothers to keep a bottle in the house and to refuse substitutes, listing Elam Ordway Mouser and W E Lloyd.
Professor William Hallock of Columbia University explains in the New York Times that earthquakes reflect internal pressure adjustments of the earth rather than extraordinary celestial causes. He notes the crust depth, center temperatures comparable to arc lights, and historical prehistoric quakes, while denying forecasts or sun spot links.
A woman recounts a season abroad and praised success while an earl corrects several names. They discuss how guests such as Lady Featherstonhaugh, Lord Dalzell, Sir Dugald Colquhoun, Lady Leveson-Gower, Mr Bolton, and Lord St. Maur are pronounced, with playful interruptions and a fading tale.
A correspondent recounts an anecdote where a serious lady tries to draw Professor Blackie into commenting on Sankey hymns during their vogue. He deflects with praise of Stilton, receives Sankey verse and cheese, and the four lines praise the cheese for the body and Sankey for the soul, with a humorous closing thank you.
An advertisement touts Chamberlain's Salve as superior for fever sores and chronic sores, keeping them healthy. It also promotes use on chapped hands sore nipples burns and skin diseases. Sold by Elam Ordway and Houser.
An advertisement urges immediate use of Foley's Kidney Remedy at first signs of kidney or bladder trouble to prevent serious diseases. It claims to correct irregularities and cure kidney and bladder disorders and cites W. F. Lloyd and Elam, Ordway & Houser.
A meek husband seeks a deed of separation from his wife after long patience. The lawyer muses that there may be faults on both sides. The client angrily cites superficial defects a bump on her back and a wart on her nose.
A Chicago Inter Ocean quote depicts a bachelor girl dissatisfied by paying $3 for brown curls only to find gray hairs. She remarks on the unfairness of pulling out the curls and accepts some gray hairs as part of aging.
A Chicago News fragment presents a somber dialogue about a distant location called Effigy, described as a site where many people are hanged. The quip references atoms and a humorist's inquiry about a place where people vanish or are struck down, implying a grim folklore or metaphor.
A quotation attributed toRobert Burns argues that social approval of kissing depends on legality holiness modesty and wealth, noting if it were not lawful holy or modest maidens and poor people would not participate.
Itching and skin eruptions are described as torturing and disfiguring. Dean's Ointment promises fast relief and curing effects. Available at drug stores for fifty cents.
The passage posits that earthquakes are diminishing and cites historical records of global earthquakes tied to rapid geological changes. It notes a presumed link between seismic activity and shifts in Earth's geology and reflects on the association of earthquakes with broader geological processes.
Lame Shoulder description cites muscular rheumatism and strain relief. Recommends applying Chamberlain's Liniment twice daily for fast relief. Claims suitability for sprains bruises and chronic rheumatism. Price 25 cents, large 50 cents. Sold by Elam Ord.
The passage compares Messina earthquake destruction to a hypothetical South Sea quake, noting Messina’s stone and brick homes suffered more than San Francisco’s wooden frame houses. It explains tidal waves arise from ocean bottom upheavals of 40 to 50 feet, capable of 20 to 30 foot waves.
Advertisement touts Burdock Blood Bitters as remedy for impure blood and sluggish digestion. Claims strengthen stomach and liver, aid bowels, and purify the blood. Includes dubious pricing and garbled text.
Advertises Foley's Honey and Tar as a quick cure for la grippe coughs that may become pneumonia. Claims lungs are healed and strengthened, preventing dangerous progression. Recommends the yellow package and credits W. E. Lloyd, Elam, Ordway & Houser.
A snippet from Woman's Home Companion quotes Miss Dolly arguing against odd ages and urging that girls want subtract ages to fit modern needs.
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