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Newspaper
Barnesville Gazette
Location
Barnesville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
May 26, 1898
Page
6
An old Southern soldier shares practical guidance to volunteers drawn from four years of service. He urges against drinking whisky, warns about unboiled water, cautions against vigils, praising obedience and resting rules, promotes sleeping off the ground, staying cheerful, and proper head covering. He stresses moderation, good cooking, and keeping feet in condition for marching and battle.
Mrs A Fiedler of 2864 Palethorp St Philadelphia confirms Salvation Oil eases rheumatism stiff joints bruises and similar complaints Consumers are urged to insist on Salvation Oil priced at 25 cents A man from Zanesville Ohio named Adolph Fisher claims De Witts Hazel Salve cured his piles after three boxes Dr W A Wricut endorses it.
A new remedy called Dons Complete Plecure claims to cure all forms of dyspepsia regulate the stomach and restore appetite. For sale by Joan H. Blackaurn.
Dialectal exchange describes a woman recounting a trap set at the edge of a chicken coop to capture her second husband as a comic anecdote. The brief vignette uses rural speech and hints at a humorous or surprising intent behind the trap.
A wartime vignette shows a wife bidding farewell to her husband as he joins the fight and a letter to Aunt Emily is left behind. The piece cites medical quackery and promotes Dr. Pierce’s Favorite Prescription as a cure for female ailments, reflecting period views on women’s health.
A set of 1898 political notices announces candidacies for various offices in Pike and Monroe counties. Candidates include J. C. Beauchamp for Representative, W. H. Svar and J. F. Mappen for Tax Receiver, Cyrus H. Sharp for Clerk of the Superior Court, W. H. Mitchel for Treasurer, J. K. Garner and Joan F. Reppin for State Senator and Senate, S. A. Howell for Tax Collector, and J. B. Mathews for Clerk of Pike Superior Court, all subject to Democratic primaries.
A dialogue shows Billy claiming frequent magazine output while another says the author merely furnishes material, not authorship or publication. The exchange highlights tension over recognition and credit in literary work.
The farmer mechanic and bicycle rider are urged to keep DeWitt s Witch Hazel Salve on hand as a quick healing remedy. It is described as a well known cure for piles and useful for minor injuries. Dr. W A Wright endorsed the product.
A joke about a father budgeting his daughter’s candy habit turns on a clerk in a candy store. The employer’s bill for the first week reveals whether the daughter's indulgence broke the dad or the family’s finances.
Nostalgia speaks to the warmth of home and kin as Pond's Extract is recalled as a family panacea. The piece reflects on memories of father, brother, sister, and especially mother sharing joys, sorrows, and relief from aches.
An 19th century style ad touts Browns Iron Bitters as a remedy for weakness and wasting, claiming it restores strength, soothes nerves, and enriches the blood. It contrasts with costly medicines and urges purchase from all dealers.
Alice asks why Ella is silent about her hat while casting a quip on back hair near the left ear. The fragment presents a playful dialogue and a dated brand mention in a cryptic ad-like line.
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