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Newspaper
Brimfield News
Location
Brimfield, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 07, 1908
Page
3
An aged testimonial extols Lydia E Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound as a standard remedy for women’s illnesses. Mrs Bertha Muff describes twelve years of illness and eleven doctors with no relief before following Pinkham’s advice and regaining health and strength.
Mrs Hi Bo Springmire of Iowa City Iowa says eczema on her face cleared for four years after using Cuticura Remedies. She also notes hair regrowth with Cuticura Soap and Ointment. Their baby’s hair improved after baths with Cuticura Soap and application of Cuticura Ointment. July 10 1945. Rept. 10 10086.
Advertises Lewis' Single Binder cigars with claims of over nine million yearly sales and top quality, urging buyers to choose a Lewis' product from Peoria Illinois makers. Mentions imitators and a trial offer in a tin foil smoker package.
A playful wedding exchange unfolds as a blushing bride warns a guest not to reveal plans, noting her husband keeps bees and might overhear the question about their honeymoon.
A brief stage interaction shows Mr. Lingerlong recalling a strange adventure this afternoon while Miss de Muir corrects the timing, hinting at a prior event.
A major electrical plant in Germany runs about 6 000 workers. Moss peat reserves totaling 8 060 000 tons lie in bogs near Lake Texcoco in Mexico. A London boy is discharged with no warning after being accused of stealing milk. Fastnet Rock marks the eastern arrival for travelers to Europe. The Coppename steamship from Dutch Guiana carried Surinam bananas on its maiden New York voyage.
A testimonial from J P Hubbard of Marietta DC praises Sloan's Liniment for neuralgia in head and jaws and sciatic pain. He credits immediate relief and complete cure after a 25 cent bottle and plans to keep it at home. He also uses it for insect bites and sore throat.
A playful exchange ends with a clever quip about the widow’s age. The young man pauses to answer, considers ten years younger based on looks or ten years older for brains, then departs with a courteous smile.
A Marion Kentucky man claimed a rapid recovery from chronic kidney trouble after three months using Dean's Kidney Pills. He was told no hope by doctors but regained health and work ability despite severe swelling and nearly paralyzed right side. Foster Milburn Co. advertises pills for 50 cents.
A quirky rumor says Grabbit abandons banking to become a conductor on electric streetcars. The unusual career shift sparks comments about the practicality and timing of such a move.
In a terse exchange, a neighbor accuses tramp suspects of stealing from a clothesline while Ted Tulus denies the claim, asking how to verify the accusation and noting the theft may have included small items.
A letter from a reader recounts long standing coffee related health issues including heart and stomach distress headaches and dyspepsia. The writer claims switching to Postum Food Coffee led to complete relief and improved wellbeing. The notice promotes The Road to Wellville and asserts the letter's genuineness and interest.
Cuticura Soap and gentle Cuticura anointments touted as a great skin cure for infants and children. Claims include purifying beautifying skin scalp hair and hands, relieving eczema rashes itchings irritations and chafings, aiding rest and sleep, and speeding removal of humours when other treatments fail. Depots listed in London Cape Town and other locations. Potter Drag & Chem Corp sole proprietors offer post free booklet on the skin.
Mrs Lapsling recalls fear during Johnny's last sick spell and relief when the doctor predicted recovery. Her joy felt dangerously intense as she expresses her reaction to the news.
Frank J Cheney of F J Cheney & Co in Toledo offers to pay $100 for every catarrh case cured by Hall's Catarrh Cure. Notary A. Wealason swore the oath on December 6, 1886. Advertisements urge readers to consult druggists about the remedy and accompanying pills.
A reminiscence recalls George IV bathed in his Brighton palace by Martha Gunn she dipped him in the sea as a child and a picture book captured the scene A companion portrait shows Thomas Smoaker who guarded the bathing machines and once rescued the prince after a risky swim with the words I’m not going to get myself hanged for letting the king’s heir drown hisself.
Collector alert as eight card set titled Zoological Post Cards Second Series showcases Ringling Bros Menagerie animals. Special dealer prices offered for bulk lots from The Beeping Wisconsin Co Post Card Dept Waukee Wis.
A playful exchange between Mr Spoonamore and Miss Daisy follows a spelling bee. She teases him for adding a U to honor and he admits the impulse to keep the old spelling, hinting at how the moment won her.
Ready pie packs from D Zerta Food Co Rochester NY provide lemon chocolate and custard crusts with exact ingredient ratios for quick baking at home. Available at grocers for 10 cents per package.
A fragment shows a dialog where Johnny voices resistance to eating properly while his father urges moderation and longevity. The snippet hints at family tension over meals and health.
A historical report warns of a toxin that yields a harmful gas affecting the human body more severely than nutrition would. The piece notes dangers from contaminated food creating noxious gas exposures and urges caution and safety measures.
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