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Newspaper
Anniston Evening Star
Location
Anniston, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1911
Page
2
A noted English doctor prescribes a simple rest remedy for those who overexert and lose strength. He advises taking a full twenty four hours in bed when only one day off is possible, arguing that thorough rest equals a week of holiday in effect.
The passage urges prolonged darkness and bed rest to reduce physical and mental strain. It prescribes a theater detour the prior night, a light supper, avoided reading, constant eyes closed, hot milk upon waking, and repeated sleep to calm the nervous system and ease psychological wear.
A compact list of historical milestones associated with June 20 across years. Includes events such as 1774 Frederick protest, 1820 power loom muslin, 1861 McClellan in Western Virginia, 1898 Shafter in Cuba, 1910 Arizona and New Mexico statehood bill signing, and other dated notes with brief context.
A sweep of political notes lists Iowa and Kentucky governors races with Lt Governor George W. Clark and Judge BE C O’Pear as contenders. Savannnah editor Vieasant A. Stovall is named as a potential U.S. senator from Georgia. Colorado women clubs back Mrs. Sarah Platt Decker for Senate. Hoboken schedules a June 27 commission government referendum. Direct election of U S senators is traced to the Populist platform of 1884. Other items note Pennsylvania Grange speaking tours, New Jersey political shifts, and candidates for the 1915 Senate term in Louisiana.
The Star argues that prison terms for trust magnates would deter violations more effectively than fines. It notes fines are passed to consumers and calls for actual prison sentences to curb antitrust abuses. The piece asserts enforcement will be a strong force only when violators are jailed.
The sentence notes that if the Senate committee had applied the same diligence to uncovering all facts as it did to saving Lorimer, its work would have been a site. The remark underscores perceived bias and uneven scrutiny in the Lorimer affair.
The Georgia Legislature convenes in summer and the senatorial question looms as an important matter to be settled. The piece notes the political stakes and the expected heat of proceedings for state leaders and their supporters.
A royal coronation promises a dazzling scene as dignitaries and nobles attend. A whimsical note mentions Meneany, famed for sneezing fits when the King snuffs, appearing amid the golden spectacle.
Anniston records cooler conditions than many regions while Southern Alabama peaks at 104 degrees. The scorching heat highlights national temperature disparities.
A concise editorial urges businesses to stimulate activity through broad newspaper advertising. It argues that frequent notices and vivid announcements can revitalize markets and attract customers during slow periods.
Ship physician aboard the Hamburg American liner Patricia reports a new seasickness treatment using an electric vibration chair connected to the ship’s electric light conduit. Six chairs produced a sedative effect by lowering pulse and nervous tension, and plans call for extending the chairs to other steamers this winter.
An old advertisement claims a tonic-like ad boosts business by stimulating customer interest. The copy likens sales to a tonic that refreshes and revives commerce. Local merchants may have noticed brighter foot traffic and quicker customer responses after the promotion.
A man considers becoming a Republican candidate for governor of Tiingis. The narrative notes his serious contemplation in response to friends' requests. An unrelated advertisement touts HERBINE as a remedy for bilious feelings, with a price of 50e and seller J. L. Wikle.
G W E Russell notes Charles Kingsley loved conversation but his stammer restrained him in social settings. He often fled to exercise to vent emotion yet could preach freely when speaking for God. Kingsley believed the stammer hindered his public discourse and social outings.
Pepys diary from October 17 1661 describes Lisbon as a very poor dirty place with a king served by lazy guards, infanta turned queen allegedly getting better meals, and odd court routines. He later notes Portuguese ladies in London appearing unfashionable and unfamiliar in manners and dress.
Lord Lansdowne rose from Balliol tutor Jowett's praise to become foreign secretary in 1900. Jowett predicted a great career for him as a future statesman from his Oxford days.
Mrs. B and Mrs. D discuss Miss Singleton who misreads a curate’s proposal as a request for organ fund support. She says she has pledged her money elsewhere, the curate feels snubbed, and departs in dudgeon, leaving her without a chance.
The Massachusetts highway commission plans wider use of asphalt compounds this season. Engineers found asphalt more reliable than tar, lasting longer, and used it to repair worn macadam roads by filling depressions with asphalt mix and spreading hot asphalt oil before covering with sand and screenings for a smooth, durable surface.
telephone number 72 advertised to hire Watson for hauling with many teams wagons drays and men all work dispatched promptly in this line Jy8 tt
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