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Newspaper
Dixon Sun
Location
Dixon, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1872
Page
6
The President, on the 2sthalt, met with Sioux Chief Red Cloud and his delegation. He pledged to advance Native interests, offer lands if they relocate to Cherokee country, build houses, provide shelter, cattle and provisions, and teach English while honoring treaty obligations. The delegation saluted the President as they left.
The article extols California Vinegar Brwers as a nonalcoholic remedy to toning the stomach and system for indigestion. It cites general endorsements, mentions related quack cures, law notes on married women supporting husbands, and various health tips and household products.
Tar Turer arrested for robbing Parsons store in Lewiston Maine, found with Ayer's Hair Vigor. He claimed he stole to restore his hair, saying baldness makes theft worse. the Journal notes the product’s famed restorative claims remain controversial.
In salon chat and maid discussions, Lyon's Kathairon is hailed as best for hair growth and scalp health. Advertisers claim it softens the skin, reaches roots, and revives tresses, while other remedies like Cristaporo’s Excursion and Fringe's Instant Reuter are pitched as trusted cures for various aches and ailments.
A compilation of testimonials extolling Pain-Killer as a universal remedy for aches pains wounds and sudden sickness. The endorsements come from diverse newspapers and individuals praising its internal and external use and quick effectiveness.
An advertisement claims a permanent cure for consumption and related lung diseases via a free prescription from Rev. Edward A. Wilson in Williamsburgh New York. It also touts silver tipped boots and cable screw wire shoes lasting longer and resisting tears.
A reader recalls a 25 year old remedy from East and Praisie Farmer: dust vines and surrounding hills with gypsum or ground plaster until white to deter striped bugs. Reapply after rain if insects return. Harmless to vines, cheap, and effective, blaming bug aversion to white contrast and plaster grit.
The sleeves of street costumes are cut very short to showcase the six-buttoned glove to best advantage as fashion detail.
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