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Newspaper

Cranbury Press

Location

Cranbury, New Jersey, United States of America

Date

Mar 26, 1915

Page

8

Skeptical Uncle Rastus on flying machines and a preacher's resignation

Uncle Rastus and Aunt Dinah discuss flying machines proving birds outmatched as he jokes about their capabilities. A minister debates his own sermons on resignation, noting he has preached resignation for two years without stepping down.

Rastus Aunt Dinah Dinah Uncle Rastus

The Colonel's Gold Mine in Gregory County South Dakota

Colonel Johnson, Alfalfa King of Gregory County, owns thousands of acres and several banks. His first Alfalfa seed came from John A. Salter Seed Co. of La Crosse, Wisconsin, which also offers catalogs and seed samples by mail. A final quip notes how Europe travel was once unremarkable a year ago.

Gregory County South Dakota Colonel Johnson Wisconsin John A. Salter Seed Co la Crosse Wis

Quite Different And Now

A fragment reflects a moment of anticipation as a figure considers an impending announcement. The crowd gathers around, ready to witness the reaction and see what unfolds next.

Cuticura Emollients Ad Promotes Free Samples

Ad extols Cuticura Ointment for face skin scalp hair and hands. Claims red rough itching pimply surfaces improve with daily use. Encourages sending a postcard to Cuticura Dept XY Boston for free samples and mentions availability everywhere.

Cuticura Dept. XY Boston

A Sense of Regret Clarifies Russian Vodka Move

A wry exchange notes Russia’s abolition of vodka as a bold move yet comments that it sacrifices the one easily pronounced word in the Russian language, leaving a man who is never happy to mock the cultural impact.

Russia Constantinople Bosporus

Castoria Safe Remedy Ad Warns Mothers

An advertisement urges mothers to examine every bottle of Castoria for the signature of Gaff theld, noting it has been used for over 30 years. The copy highlights children’s cries for Fletcher's Castoria and mentions churchgoer choices and a pretty daughter, reflecting consumer culture and family life chatty tone.

Gaff Theld Fletcher

Western Canada shows early spring signs and growing optimism

Reports from Western Canada indicate an early spring with farmers preparing seeders plows and implements. Emigration from US states is growing while new settlers arrive. Despite some crop failures, high grain prices and war orders bolster demand and exports, signaling a recovering economy and active markets across the region.

Canada United States Europe Dominion

Government Clerk Ships for Pay Warrant Cashing

A dialogue reveals a government clerk complains of minimal work while admitting he must receive his monthly pay warrant and cash it, underscoring routine reliance on salary processes.

Murina Eyo Remedy Ad Promotes Health Claims

An old advertisement from Murina Eyo Remedy Co of Chicago touts a patent cure with claims to relieve red weak and granular eye issues and offers a free hook of the ese suail. It targets general consumers with druggist endorsements and promotional phrasing.

Murina Eyo Murina Eyo Remedy Co Chicago

Open Game Exchange Sparks Civic Debate

A quoted exchange on governance touches on lawmaking and nationwide gang influence. The dialogue hints at dissatisfaction with current laws and calls for reforms while inviting further public discussion and ideas.

Honsie's Croup Remedy Publicity Claim Debated

A fragmented ad style notice touts Honsie's Croup Remedy as a cure for a cold with no opium and shifts to a moral claim about personal development and happiness as the world’s aim, suggesting promotional material rather than medical guidance.

Honsie

Boy Explains Long Walk With Mud Turtle Gift

In Stow California a boy told his mother he left a boyfriend at five as ordered and walked slowly home. She doubted his tale and said she would whip him, but he confessed Charlie Wilson gave him a mud turtle and he feared to carry it.

Stow California Charlie Wilson

Mother Gray's Sweet Powders for Children Ad

An old advertisement touts Mother Gray's Sweet Powders for Children to cure colds in 24 hours and relieve upset stomach teething disorders and worms. It claims safety for 2b6yrar children and offers free samples by mail from A S Olmsted Le Roy New York.

British War Woes Highlighted by Censored Frontline Insight

A clipped quote reflects wartime censorship noting that English forces on the Russian and Polish thresholds achieved pronounced successes, a detail deemed too risky for publication. The remark underscores the tension between morale boosting and safety in conflict reporting.

Dean's Menthol Cough Drops Solve Ticklish Cough

An advertorial touts Dean's Mentholated Cough Drops as a remedy for persistent coughing and throat tickle. It asserts the drops stop the tickle and promote relief, urging readers to trust druggists for the product.

Dean

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