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Newspaper
Anniston Evening Star
Location
Anniston, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jan 22, 1907
Page
6
A tale from Success Magazine recounts a mean New Hampshire hotel owner who denied guests newspapers ink or stationery and even blocked access to the clock. A lazy loafer moved the clock and a note declared the clock for the guests of the hotel only.
A historical screed outlines extravagant figures for ancient Romans. Mark Antony’s era is cited with vast sums spent on private luxuries. Ciligna and Pegellus figures show lavish expenditures, including a sup e per furrace and pearl purchases. The Craastian estate is valued at 48.4 million dollars, Saecullus dined at four thousand dollars per meal, Leotulus worth over sixty million, and Apicus squandered nearly five million in weeks.
The London Chronicle notes quirks in English usage such as limb for leg and the reluctance to reintroduce awkward terms. Writers hesitate to revive old words, while tracing the age and humor of language across centuries.
A merchant accuses Plateantin of offering a counterfeit coin. The piece, described as dated 180%, triggers disbelief, while Plateantin denies the claim as impossible. The exchange references recent counterfeit arrests and the unusual date on the coin.
A brief antiquated dialogue centers on a beggar asking help for supporting three wives. The Beggar asserts two wives belong to his son-in-law, while the Pedestrian questions bigamy. The exchange reveals social humor about marriage and kin relations.
A humorous sketch captures a quarrel over delaying a decision as one character urges a week to think while another concedes, hinting at shared consideration and comedic timing.
An old advertisement extols Dr Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery as purifying impure blood and curing skin ailments, scrofulous sores, and enlarged glands. It also recommends All-Healing Salve for open ulcers and notes availability by mail for fifty-four cents, urging use of known composition medicine with clearly listed ingredients.
A reflection on genius and partnership. The speaker envisions a grand ship moved by a hidden steam tug, symbolizing a faithful wife who keeps a gifted man from ruin. The passage admires steadfast devotion balancing fame and domestic strength.
Amos F. King of Port Bryan New York asserts Bucktow's Arnica Salve cured a leg sore he endured for over 80 years. He says he is now eighty five. The product, guaranteed to cure all sores, is sold by Elam Ordway Mouser and Scarbrough Drug Co. for 25 cents.
Mazie Jefferson and her mother shop in the city when a cab fare dispute leads to a crowd and rescuer Harry Minehly. He becomes Mazie’s escort as she flees in Finchly’s auto, causing a hay wagon, hog drive, and buggy wrecks. A country justice caps the scene with a fine, and Mazie finally returns home amid relief and laughter.
A historical testimonial lists Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as highly effective for croup and colds. It praising safety for children and claims prompt relief and general gratitude from parents. An AA Humphreys of Alice Cape Colony South Africa endorses its use. Sold by J I Wikle.
A historical timetable lists routes to Atlanta Macon Birmingham Memphis and New Orleans with northbound and southbound legs. It shows connection points such as Rome Chattanooga Knoxville Selma Talladega Meridian Gadsden Calera Montgomery and Jacksonville along various departure times and destinations.
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