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Newspaper
Brimfield News
Location
Brimfield, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1919
Page
5
An advertisement extols Boschee's Syrup as a remedy for colds bronchitis and influenza related lung troubles. It asserts influenza deaths outpaced wart fatalities and promotes the product as a longtime American aid providing restful sleep and easy morning expectoration.
A reflective passage describing the ocean as a calm, clear world that mirrors vapors and reveals fantastical forms beneath a transparent surface. It speaks of vast underwater landscapes, monsters of the deep, and the unknown depths as a solemn, endless realm to contemplate.
The remark notes corks will be cheaper as a lighthearted exchange about usefulness and attitude. It contrasts optimism with pessimism, suggesting choosing an optimistic view when ease favors optimism.
A partial excerpt mentions Nehily and Varllye with Brown Hope praising a "wonderful thing" and Green True. The speaker recalls a small nibble that could keep a man fishing all day, implying a light, rural appreciation.
The ad claims deafness cannot be cured by local remedies and promotes Hall's Catarrh Medicine as acting through the blood to treat catarrhal deafness. It asserts most cases are caused by inflammation of mucous surfaces and urges readers to consult J Cheney & Co Toledo for circulars and orders.
The term cordon bleu traces to Henry II founding the Holy Ghost order with 100 knights. It later described eminent professionals and a club of esteemed diners led to the phrase for first rate cooks who earned a medal on a blue ribbon.
A shiftless man clings to a worthless dog as a reminder that the few possessions matter only if actions justify existence. The speaker argues that without the forthcoming deeds life would lack meaning.
A miscellany of reports from Illinois towns covers naturalization figures in Benton, a Centralia dairymen convention, bank losses from box thefts, and the state historical society’s December observance. Other items note car and auto license surges, a Streator reunion, a murder case in Hoopeston, and public works and legal actions across communities.
The article notes that since 1811 the conscience fund has received nearly half a million dollars from violators who seek penance. Amounts range from two cents to over eighteen thousand six hundred dollars, with many contributors seeking anonymity and disguising handwriting, yet Treasury officials keep communications confidential.
Dialogue contrasts Bacon and Egbert over mixed education. Bacon questions coeducation while Egbert recalls a cautionary memory. The exchange hints at social views on gender roles and collaboration in early 20th century discourse.
A note questions the genuineness of Bayer aspirin labeled for headache relief. The claim discusses authenticity and possible branding concerns affecting consumers seeking standard headache treatment.
An old advertisement touts Bayer Tablets of Aspirin in Bayer packaging with directions for headache cold pain neuralgia lumbago and rheumatism. It asserts Bayer as the genuine Aspirin trusted by doctors for nineteen years and notes a 12 tablet tin costs a few cents.
A Straddle Ridge resident plans to go to the county seat for a case in court, noting the court has been delayed two weeks due to the judge's illness. The exchange mocks newspapers for printing perceived lies.
A three year old Marian visits home with grandfather for dinner. Grandmother feigns surprise, and the child explains his mother was mad that morning, scolding John while the father defended him, then scolding the child for eating a lady and noting she has had no food for a month.
Mr Manhattan asks if people here differ from those in the East. Mr Lakeside replies there is about an hour's difference.
A gossip snippet centers on Mrs Styles described as an awful flirt while Patrice insists she can love. The exchange notes she has a lap dog as a curious detail.
An advertisement claims Dr. Pierce's Golden Medical Recovery is available in liquid or tablet form from any medicine dealer. The copy emphasizes universal supply and product format.
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