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Newspaper
Brimfield News
Location
Brimfield, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jul 10, 1902
Page
3
Elkhart pastor Rev J O Mosier, a popular figure in the Indiana Ohio Evangelical Conference, urges restricting marriage until age 25 for women and 30 for men to curb divorce court cases, basing ideas on study and observation.
Cool moist weather slows ripening and yields across the winter wheat belt with lodging in some districts. Central and northern California expect heavy yields while the north Pacific region progresses well except eastern Washington. Cotton suffers from rain in the south central belt. drought worsens in Georgia. Apples hold in New York and New England. oats, corn, potatoes, and garden crops show uneven prospects. Tornadoes and heavy rains cause damage to wheat, corn, and hay in several states. frost and cold limit progress in Michigan Wisconsin.
A chaotic Washington scene unfolds with a prominent lobbyist, a western Senator, and a prank at a congressman's home. The Navy outlines plans for four warships with 16000 ton to 24500 ton classes and mixed gun batteries. The Census Bureau reports 1900 industry investments and salaries, while Treasury near-records show a growing surplus. A bid for commander in chief of the Department of the Potomac G A B names John McElroy, a veteran prisoner of war.
England debates the Derby defeat of Sceptre as Patrick the colt dominates the course conditions cannot excuse the loss. In contrast Sceptre won The Oaks easily in similar rain, leaving the 1902 turf season under a cloud of suspicion amid heavy fanfare in both nations.
The continued cold and rain in France Germany and Austria hinder sowing and crop progress. In northern France wheat planting has not begun and in other regions conditions are unfavorable. Storms have damaged many grape vines across the area.
An illustrated London scene shows two tall well dressed men in an east end public area arguing politics. One declares I am a socialist, challenging a counterclaim and daring the other to step round the corner to prove a socialist exists in the house. The exchange ends with taunts about liars and belief in socialist claims.
Mrs Moon and her baby faced a near fatal event when a medical crisis left the infant bloated and eyes closed. Two doctors were called and, after treatment with Dodd's Kidney Pills, the baby began to improve and was reported as well as ever. The family credited the pills with saving the child's life.
Two friends debate a yard long sign for J. G Brissi & Co. Tobacco Manufacturers as they pass a red brick building. They joke about tobacco production and how plug tobacco is made, pondering the ingredients and process involved.
Lake Shore and Michigan Southern Railway offers a Chicago departure on July 1s for 1800 round trip to Atlantic City Cape May Ocean City and Sea Isle City with stopovers at Niagara Falls Westfield and Sandusky for side trips to Chantaugua and Pont-in-Bay Tickets include boost between Cleveland and Buffalo if desired Full information at City Ticket Office 1890 Clark Street or by address to C F Daly Chief A G P A Chicago
A Baltimore American reader quotes a patron debating a $150 windpump versus a $157 milk cow. The milkman argues the windpump saves trips to the barn and avoids health authority scrutiny, though the patron remains unconvinced.
President Roosevelt plans to attend the Minors State fair in Springfield, Illinois, September 29 to October 4, after accepting an invitation from Senator Cullom. The Alton Railway promises very low excursion rates and enhanced rail service to draw Illinois and Missouri visitors.
Dr. Frederick J. Bliss, famed Palestine explorer, recalls a night journey up a Lebanon gorge toward Shib’s. Mystified by a voice calling in Arabic to return, Bliss and his father soon realize the sound is an owl mimicking a muleteer, producing a comic end to the mistaken guidance.
A court decision declares Dr Clark's Foot Powder an imitation of Foot-Ease and orders action against infringers. Allen S. Olmsted of Le Roy New York owns the Foot-Ease trademark. Similar lawsuits will be brought against others infringing Foot-Ease rights.
A quotation from the New York Sun notes Manhattan main character Scad appears careworn after three decades of commercial success. The remark compares his weary image to climbing a creased pole toward a second peak of distinction on Broadway.
Homeseekers can buy excursion tickets via the Great Northern Railway to Manitoba Montana Washington and the West for about one fare round trip. Tickets are valid on the first and third Tuesdays of July September and October. Information and tickets available from all railway ticket agents or F L Whitney G P T A St Paul.
In Philadelphia notes May and Fay recount Mr Haggard calling on May last evening. Fay says Haggard kissed her and she slapped him each time. The exchange suggests a personal confrontation ending with fatigue.
Do your feet ache and burn shake into your shoes Allen's Foot Ease powder for the feet It makes tight or new shoes feel easy It cures corns bunions swollen and sweating feet Druggists and shoe stores have it free sample by mail from Allen S Olmsted LeRoy New York
A man presented an engagement ring and asked, she nodded in response. The moment, described as almost automatic, shows a succinct proposal scene with minimal dialogue and a single affirmative reaction.
The Lake Shore and Michigan Southern Railway releases a new summer book titled Lake Shore Tours. It lists Eastern resorts, routes, and rates. Copies available on request from C. F. Daly, Chief A. G. P. A., Chicago.
A fragment from a 1901 Buffalo letter features a Shakespearean-style line about a blushless woman and a bold, immodest accusation. The note mentions Piso’s Cure for Consumption as a remedy and cites Fred at 209 Box Avenue, Buffalo, with a date of September 24, 1901. It ends with a motivational quote by W M Taylor about turning spare hours into achievement.
A fragment notes a nursing-related topic involving a woman and reference to Miss Virginia Granes. The readable text is incomplete, lacking clear actions, dates, or organization, but indicates a discussion of women and nursing.
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