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Newspaper
Cranbrook Herald
Location
Cranbrook, British Columbia, Canada
Date
Sep 28, 1899
Page
3
A humorous local item notes how extravagance in the kitchen and housekeeping expenses may deter a bachelor from marriage. It discusses bachelor habits, dowry ideas, and the idea that a wife's savvy budgeting can reshape a man’s views on matrimony.
Anecdotes recounting Bishop Williams of Connecticut after death, contrasting his piety with a noted love of sin. A meeting among bishops discusses a vague measure, while Bishop Benjamin Smith and others fail to clarify. Williams’ humor is praised as bright yet harmless, and a railway lawyer’s quip about heaven tickets ends in a shared laugh.
The Jardin des Plantes welcomes a white elephant presented by M Donner the French representative in Sinai. The animal arrived in Paris amid mixed views its skin showing patchy red gray tones rather than pure white. Observers note its cost compared with its reputation and its graceful bowing to the public.
A garbled report recalls a rural upheaval centering on clerical misconduct and parish life. Bishops and Dr Phillpotts of Exeter confront Sporting clergy while villagers react with mixed faith and discipline during a era of low spiritual ebb.
An untranslated Nashville American letter in a regional dialect laments strict schooling and parental punishment risks. The writer weighs whether to attend or stay home, fearing corporal punishment from teacher or mother and predicting further consequences if he delays or avoids school.
A light composite of anecdotes on home sewing and domestic wit. Mrs. Tenepot delights in making her own gown with help from Miss Snipps, while Mrs. Fairfax admires the gown and notes the satisfaction of self made attire. Other brief items touch memory training, weather, and humorous musings.
A Vancouver woman, Mrs J Wise of Mt Pleasant, writes that after eight years of bronchial asthma and nights of suffering she used Clarke's Kola Compound. She reports first bottle ineffective, but by the third bottle attacks ceased and no attacks occurred for six months in damp cold weather. She urges others to try it and notes free samples and Canadian agents.
A well dressed man with three children, two girls and a boy, invited them to eat at a downtown Hoodstore tearoom. He ordered lavish meals and fled as staff learned the youngsters did not belong to him. The children said the man asked if they wanted dinner after peering in windows. The incident was reported by the Chicago Times-Herald.
Mrs. Golddecker, in a late nineteenth century palace, awaits a crucial answer from a man her maid guards. She descends to greet a tall foreigner in the rear reception area while noting immense wealth in rooms and items, then asks a blunt question about bread.
A Mississippi editor issues a humorous appeal to overdue readers urging them to pay up to keep the newspaper alive. He pleads with families to fund stockings, dresses, breeches, and shoes, promising a better paper and town growth in return.
The passage argues that the Irish language deserves preservation as a noble vehicle of thought and feeling. It laments neglect by many Irishmen despite concern, noting past suppression and the danger of losing a valuable cultural heritage. It stresses pride in Gaelic as a language of national spirit.
A young man shows growing interest in music as reports place him singing second tenor or playing third base in a college music society. His mother notes the engagement and curiosity about his path in music.
A partial newspaper fragment quotes a dialogue about extenuating circumstances in a case. The defendant’s financial hardship is noted, suggesting inability to hire counsel. The wording hints at a legal proceeding and a defend ant’s limited means affecting representation.
Lidy asks a prospective servant if they know how to maintain and clean a bicycle. The servant admits ignorance but offers a local shop address for bicycle cleaning. Casere Gesellschatt
A Maine inventor proposes blasting a chimney from the bottom with a blank cartridge to clear obstructions. The same piece touts Dr Parivelee’s Pill as a painless purgative with alterative powers, claimed to address various ailments.
A Washington Star passage quotes Mr Stormington Barnes noting it is rare to follow a youthful career desire. He recalls wanting to be a comedian to make people laugh and is encouraged by a sympathetic young girl who says Mai sure you already bring laughter to others.
A preacher asked if his sermon was long this morning and was told it was not long, it only swelled go. The parishioner claimed the sermon ran over time while the preacher had been reminded to stay within a half hour.
The advertisement touts Griffiths Menthol Liniment as a superior pain reliever blending menthol with counter irritants. It claims ancient roots, markets the product through druggists, and notes a price of 26 cents.
A St. Louis Globe Democrat account describes Australian bushmen as primitive, living in grass nests they assemble in thickets. The text notes their lack of shelter-building, reliance on natural coverings, and a remarkable homing instinct that guides them back to their nests even after being led away blindfolded.
Elizabeth Gilhula, wife of Bux ton Ont postmaster, was diagnosed with stomach cancer by physicians. After using Burdock Blood Bitters, she regained strength and has remained cancer-free for twelve years. She endorses the remedy as life saving.
J W Ruggles reports a cure for back erysipelas using Minards Liniment from Tagesville claiming relief without further details. The brief note presents a personal testimonial rather than a medical evaluation.
A former collection agency clerk recounts a troubling experience impersonating a proprietor and enduring a violent late seating. after a violent incident a perfumery business choice followed. The piece also promotes Parnele’s Vegetable Pills as a liver remedy, touting gentleness and suitability for delicate users.
A messy fragment describes a clover tale and a glamorous wedding in Atchison with a last minute hitch at the altar. It hints at a ceremony miscue and a New Orleans decor surprise.
A garbled market of phrases mentions Ulcerkure as a remedy for old and fresh wounds. Quoted lines praise the product as a great scheme and reference claims of ponies, Cuba, and delivery around Washington, with mentions of Minard's Lintment and dandruff.
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