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Newspaper
Brimfield News
Location
Brimfield, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 04, 1919
Page
7
A fragmentary newspaper card recalls Uncle Eben sayings about aging and parties. It contrasts a boastful self talking man with the idea that small actions reveal character in social settings. An advertisement extols Cuticura products for babies and itchy skin with a fragrance hint and pricing.
Quote attributed to unknown author stating that shallow individuals trust luck while strong individuals rely on cause and effect. The phrase contrasts belief systems and character-driven decision making. It reflects a common moralizing sentiment found in historical newspapers and editorial prose.
An old age health advertisement touts Haarlem Oil and Gold Medal Capsules as youth preserving remedies. It asserts kidney and digestive benefits, claims to defy premature aging, and promises complete restoration with a refund if no help. The copy urges continuing use for ongoing vigor.
The writer dismisses the Pullman cars namer as a mere pathological mirror writer with reversed cerebral links, claiming the sleeper from Cincinnati to Atlanta named Klimwoc as a clue to poor intellect. Cleveland Pisin Dealer is cited as the source of the misnamed car and a broader psychiatric label.
A Londoner notes the British Board of Agriculture promotes a bill to eradicate rats and mice amid Parliament’s laughter. The piece claims rats cause up to 200 million dollars in damages yearly and spread disease, arguing they serve no useful purpose beyond scavenging and that cats would be the only ones to miss their disappearance.
In a short exchange, Apportioned Conversation captures Mr. Meekton acknowledging his wife often has the last word. He counters that she also has the first and much of the middle, highlighting a humorous balance of influence in their dialogue.
The speaker recalls believing a minor operation would suffice but received a hefty bill, suspecting the surgeon used up all he had in stock while under anesthesia. Ground preparation advice follows, urging planting shrubs and perennials this fall for next spring setup.
A Paris fashion column describes rapid dressmaking demand due to scarce workwomen and slow tissue production. It highlights jeweled headbands, aigrette sprays, and jet bands as dominating evening wear, with Worth and Drecoll showcasing jeweled crowns and Cleopatra-type headpieces. Bracelets above the elbow rise in popularity, veils trend, and Chinese embroidered jerseys and kimonos influence new negligees and house capes.
Physicians tie President Wil son illness to influenza aftermath and warn of a returning flu. An advertisement promotes Turpo as a preventive germicide with turpentine camphor and menthol to use in the nostrils. It urges readers to buy a thirty cent jar now as demand last year was high.
It is a mistake to think wool is necessary for children's winter coats. Heavy cotton corduroy with a heavy interlining can produce a warm, quilted ped ding presentable outfit for little girls and boys.
Advertisement-like note urges readers to stop hair loss and dandruff with a small bottle of Dan Erine sold at drugstores. Claims several applications halt shedding, prevent dandruff, and promote long thick soft hair, with the promised result of glossy abundant growth.
A local landlord boasts of a 17 year period with no tenant complaints filed against him. He notes the achievement while engaging in a light exchange about pride and humility, framing the claim as modest bragging rather than vanity.
In Switzerland almost every mountain torrent hosts an electric plant. The current is carried for many miles to light and power communities and industries.
Treatment advertises Green's August Flower as a long standing household remedy for constipation, liver trouble, indigestion, nervous dyspepsia, and related symptoms. It claims relief after a few doses and promotes availability through druggists in civilized countries.
A concise reflection on frugality and self reliance, noting how resourcefulness substitutes for hired labor in daily work. The phrase highlights resilience, practical problem solving, and self sufficiency in challenging settings.
Mrs Stella Stockdall of 1532 Jefferson St reports relief from back and hip pain after using Dr Pierce s Anuric for kidneys. The ad invites women with feminine disorders to seek free confidential consultation from the Invalids Hotel Faculty in Buffalo NY, with no charge for service.
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