01 Aug 1902
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Newspaper
Decatur Weekly News
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Aug 01, 1902
Page
1
A lengthy endorsement piece arguing Jelks is a clean capable governor with a record of efficient state administration and loyal law and order. It contrasts Jelks achievements with Johnston’s alleged self serving motives and calls for renewed leadership under Jelks.
An article likens stomach illness to a duel in the dark and promotes Dr. Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery and Favorite Prescription as effective cures. It recounts a testimonial from Mrs. W. C. Gill of Weldon Alabama detailing relief after four bottles of the medicine and five of Favorite Prescription, and notes a medical adviser book offer by Dr. Pierce.
An advertisement extols Cuticura products for skin care and hygiene. It recommends soaking hands in Cuticura Soap, drying, and applying Cuticura Ointment, with night gloves for chapped hands. It promotes Cuticura Scar and mentions pills as a blood cleanser, targeting general skin and baby care uses.
The article notes the growing value of an odd waist as essential and travel friendly. It highlights a pretty blouse and simple style, suggesting practical dress improvements for those who travel frequently and face luggage challenges.
The description details a Liber ty satin shirtwaist with a long shoulder seam overlaid by a strap and a Gibson pleat to the girdle. It borrows from the Duchess model with a vest opening and tan cloth finish stitched in self colored Corticelli thread. Sleeves feature a shoulder tuck and puffed bishop style, with a closely fitted collar.
A blouse described as stylish yet simple, finished with Corticelli silk stitching on the straps and collar edge. It is suitable for ordinary occasions and designed to fit easily under a coat for quick on and off wear.
The Adirondack region in New York State reports rising bear numbers after bounty repeal. A Redfield lumberman killed an old bear and captured two cubs, while F. J. Smith found a mother and two cubs in Worth cave and sold the cubs for 45 dollars. Nearby Worth villagers fear more bears, with a sugar camp incident showing bears smashing kettles and scattering sugar sacks.
Eyewitness account describes the 1896 incident when Lord Beresford tampered with a 50 ton miniature frigate moored on Virginia Water. The vessel drifted away during a gale, stranding the crew including the Prince of Wales and Captain Welsh. Albert Edward and others reacted with disgust as Beresford vanished toward Windsor.
A German chemist prepares a color changing paint by rubbing equal parts of mercuric iodide and cupric iodide with distilled water to form a thin paste. At ordinary temperatures it is red but changes to a darker red around 60 degrees C and reverts on cooling.
The New York Post relays humorous civil service exam anecdotes. A keeper joked about treating a prize lion with liniment through iron bars. A widow-hopeful claimed 20 years as a widow as her qualification for matron.
The togie producers have formed a national association with a capital of 7 500 000 dollars. A new postal card from Washington features President McKinley. The U S government has not received an invitation to join the czar proposed international trust conference.
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