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Newspaper
Athena Press
Location
Athena, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Feb 26, 1915
Page
4
Skunks are described as a vigorous enemy of large caterpillars, destroying many of them and providing a new field of usefulness. The piece argues for greater consideration of skunks, noting their persistent cravings and idleness as less important than their pest-control role.
A fragmented ad like notice claims improving trade prospects since a depression, touts Howattor’s Stomach Fitters as a tonic for stomach liver and bowel health, urges prompt aid, and asserts its trusted reputation in thousands of homes, urging readers to protect themselves from imitation.
The guidance emphasizes removing dental holds and building a child’s health. Treat colds, cure infections, fill decayed teeth, and use deep breathing as part of local dental care. It cautions that these measures address local issues rather than systemic conditions or contagious infections.
An OCR heavy ad touts Pape's Diapopala as the quickest stomach remedy. It claims five minutes to end indigestion sour stomach and belching with a fifty cent bottle from any drugstore. The copy includes dubious testimonials and unrelated references.
Five unsolicited letters from women describe relief after using Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound. They recount long struggles with severe female ailments and avoidance of surgery, noting improved health and renewed ability to work. Names and locations span Maine Kentucky Illinois Ohio and Ontario.
In Portland, the wool market heats as buyers hope to contract for heavy East clip sales while growers seek higher prices. Hoping for strong export demand, the market also notes rising hop values and widespread price expectations for various grains and produce across Oregon and the Northwest.
An old newspaper fragment hawks resinol ointment and esinol soap as a cure for eczema and itching, claims quick relief and doctor backing. It also includes unrelated editorial snippets about aging workers and a Virginia slavery claim context from 1619 and 1662 laws.
Description notes the weeping willows as a native of Chitis, highlighting their drooping habit and variable height due to climate and soil. The text claims the species has spread across most civil regions, though wording is unclear and may reflect translation issues.
A reader shares a 1909 testimonial praising Swamp Root kidney remedy with cure after eight bottles, then mixes in unrelated copy about sleep posture and virtue. The letter mentions Dr Kilmer, Kilmer & Co, and distributes varied ad-like content including a garbled note from Lee Dean and references to Old World notions of fortune and virtue.
A historical ad style note touts syrup of figs as a safe laxative for children and adults. It claims quick relief for stomach and bowel discomfort, warning against sour breath and coated tongues as signs of distress.
A jumble of vintage adverts and snippets discusses Cascaret for stomach and liver cleansing, a 10 cent box claimed to work overnight, and various product pitches. Also mentions an automobile repair course, agricultural college notes, and several brief product and health references.
A dubious advert promotes a familiar tonic as a cure all for kidney and blood cleansing. It claims vast health benefits from a vague herbal preparation and urges readers to seek medical advice before use, warning that the product is not a substitute for professional care.
A fragmentary notice urges steadfast effort amid hardship, urging continued defense and resolve. It emphasizes courage, endurance, and the call to arms despite injuries, reflecting a wartime or martial exhortation from a historical period.
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