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Newspaper
Browning Leader Record
Location
Browning, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Dec 07, 1916
Page
7
An advertisement urges daily consumption of hot water with limestone phosphate to “internal bath” the body. It claims cleansing effects on the stomach liver kidneys and bowels, preventing toxins and many ailments. Readers are advised to buy limestone phosphate from druggists.
A Portland dispatch reports a farm hand filing an indemnity claim under Oregon workmen compensation. The claim form asks about the machinery and its condition. The worker answered cross and yes, and stated he was kicked by a mule.
A traveler notes Russia's climate, doubting extreme cold. He cites the Russian ballet as proof, claiming costumes would not be suitable for zero weather and implies warmth amid harsh northern conditions.
A son asks why cannons kick and a father replies the charge is high. The siren sounds as a reflection that those killed in battle are only part of war’s casualties, with many more victims beyond the line of fire.
A doctor endorses Postum as a healthful coffee substitute, noting it helps many patients and families. He shares that he uses Postum Cereal at home and in patients' households, with children also benefiting. Instant Postum is offered in 30c and 60c tins, while the original form comes in 15c and 25c packets.
A busi nessman and a lawyer, both rich church members, dismiss sacrifice until a missionary shows a Chinese family selling their ox to fund a church. The lawyer vows to double his pledge after witnessing true sacrifice, while the minister notes the act was not seen as sacrifice by the family. The piece ends asking how many modern Christians truly sacrifice.
A Milo Iowa church showed how both men and women began active church work after a pastor invited volunteers following the Sabbath service. Automobiles delivered house to house calls and the evening service drew a full congregation, with women joining in the effort to engage every member in service.
Instructions describe a wooden model aeroplane built from pine side sticks and bamboo spars with a rubber motor, propellers, and silk covering. It explains cutting slots, binding components with linen thread, adding bow hooks, bearing plates, thrust bearings, and adjustable elevators and main planes, finished with shellac and flexible mounting.
Likely the Randall Delaney pair feature ongoing disagreement as a wife is described as always having the last word while Rogers questions attire or disputes, reflecting tensions in domestic life.
Bathe the affected part with Cuticura Soap and apply the Ointment for eczema, rashes, irritations, pimples, dandruff and sore hands. Free sample by mail with Book from Cuticura, Dept. 11, Boston. Sold everywhere.
In a domestic exchange, Binks admits confusion about how artists find models for catalog pictures, while his wife questions the process. The moment centers on a seed catalogue and the curiosity about artistic sourcing.
A shopkeeper touts fine tea while offering a copy of Bloggins History of the World. The customer jokes about getting tea with the history, but the clerk clarifies they sell the history and provide tea to keep readers awake during it.
A magnate accused of violating antitrust law declines to discuss the case. He says his lawyer advised him not to talk, and he prefers not to waste costly advice.
A humorous mix of quotes and quips, noting Mr Penwiggle’s praise of Kant and a publisher joke. It adds a factual line about Ireland yielding sixty thousand tons of iron ore last year and a row of advertisements for shoes and Dr Pierce’s Pills.
A Kansas City Times report notes a corn eating bout with two main eaters. Ben, nicknamed Big Ben, consumed 284 grains in five minutes and a man who guessed 77 won the rooster prize. The gag suggests the rooster could become an expensive winter fowl. Also a jokey exchange about home life and boarding houses ends the piece.
Caution to mothers to inspect each CASTORIA bottle for safety and ensure contents are suitable for infants and children, warning against mislabeling or tampering and urging verification of the product before use.
A set of letters from women praising Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound as a last resort after medical advice. The excerpts claim relief for various female ailments and urge others to read the testimonials and follow the product directions.
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