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Newspaper
Dixon Sun
Location
Dixon, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 01, 1872
Page
4
A short poem about Topsy Johnny and Ned in a cozy velvet coat scene. The lucky trio share a bed while a mouse prowls outside and Mother Pussy guards them in a sky parlor. The Gypsy puss moves about and the well bred clan stays harmonious.
A naturalist describes observing and feeding various animals, from a bat to a toad and a hummingbird, noting appetites and feeding behaviors. The piece highlights adjusting food to species, experimenting with bait, and the value of letting wild birds forage in the open air.
A farm boy piles wood all day and the farmer, silent at first, reveals the pile as uneven. He explains that true wealth and character come from laying heavy logs of temperance honesty industry and frugality at the bottom to form a lasting structure.
A Paris paper describes M. Thiers daily routine showing intense energy for his age. He rises at 5:30, works until 8, naps 9:30, has a light breakfast, receives visitors until noon, dines simply, naps again, and works in his study until about midnight. He aims to be home by 6 and rarely dines late.
A Parliament read report reveals Canada’s finances in a curious state. Exports declined due to limited reciprocity with the United States while imports rose by 16 million dollars, signaling broad thrift. Canadian vessel tonnage also increased due to proximity to a dominant trading nation driving its carriers.
At Forsyth Ontario a church organ was destroyed twice by unknown person(s) opposing the proposed innovation.
A profile of Miss Middie Morgan of the Times, famed for her horse knowledge and racing reporting. The piece recounts her ascent from other papers to agricultural editor at the Times, detailing her size, amiable demeanor, and extensive turf coverage across the country.
The Maine Farmer notes moose scarcity and a state law forbidding hunting from March 15 to October 1 with a forty dollar penalty per animal. It details moose numbers, habitats along Aroostook Allegash and Penobscot rivers, attempts at domestication, and winter behavior in high regions where they gather in yards.
The article highlights a landmark treaty between Japan and China that establishes equal relations and opens social and commercial exchange after centuries of isolation. It notes the Chinese version of the article allowing America to offer good offices in case of war with a third power.
A bill in the New York Legislature would ban prize candy packages sold to travelers. The measure aims to curb a nuisance deemed a small but dangerous form of gambling and a swindle that preys on youth, aligning with Supreme Court views on its gambling nature.
A lament recounts a woman's tale of love lost to a neglectful husband. The speaker recalls her worn face and eyes that tell of pain, as in a few years her youth and faith perish turning to ashes under cold sods. The poem ends with the grave of a woman and her vanished dream.
Multiple short items discuss poultry keeping as a profitable female-led activity, bee-keeping as a model, and genteel handling of animals. Also included are brief notes on tanning leather with alum and salt, clover cutting effects on nutrition, and salt and charcoal for stock health and disease prevention.
California is praised for its minerals and industry while a new treasure arrives in the form of Dr Walker's California Vinegar Bitters. The remedy is claimed to aid liver stomach ailments fevers rheumatism and pulmonary diseases. It is described as a non alcoholic tonic that purifies the blood and boosts vitality. The piece lauds Dr Walker's science and skill and credits him with extracting value from the vegetable kingdom.
Messrs Gage Bros Co relocate to 227 and 229 Wabash avenue occupying five floors with 54 by 160 feet of floor space. The basement handles receiving and packing while the first floor displays silk goods ribbons and laces. Second floor offers nations and ladies furnishing straw goods. fourth floor houses reserved goods and hat manufacturing.
The article promotes Barretts Cocoaink as a hair growth stimulator and conditioner that strengthens thickens and beautifies hair. It claims rapid fiber growth and silky elasticity and urges readers to buy from their druggist.
Ad claims relief from liver complaint biliousness bad blood pimples blotches eruptions rough skin salt rheum erysipelas and scrofulous diseases with complete cure promised. Sold by all druggists. 594
The Great Millinery Bazaar of Messrs. Walsh and Hutchinson at 25 and 253 Wabash Avenue Chicago spans four stories beside a basement with a red brick front. It houses a large stock of millinery straw goods velvets silks ribbons laces French flowers pattern bonnets and related items. An old reliable house their magnificent store with an elegant Ladies Reception room and complete appointments reflects credit on their enterprise and business sagacity in serving rapidly increasing trade.
The world renowned pianist Tse Anse Liszt praises American pianos, notably Hallet, Davis & Co. of Boston, for tone and build quality in a May 1871 testimonial from Weimar. He notes European manufacturers adopt American designs and urges broader European access to these instruments.
Belding Bros Co relocates to 198 East Madison Street Chicago to continue making sewing silk noted as the best in the world. Public notice urges customers to request the product.
The Hazarp and Caswell cod liver oil is advertised as the purest and sweetest in the world. Made on the sea shore from fresh livers by Caswell Hazarp Co. in New York. It is described as absolutely pure and sweet and preferred by patients who have tried it. Physicians declare it superior to other oils on the market.
An 19th century puff extols Brown's Bronchial Traches as a quick cure for sudden climate induced pulmonary and bronchial ailments. It urges immediate use to ease cold cough or throat irritation.
An advertisement proclaims RAGGEP stockings and protruding toe styles are not seen on feet with SILVER TIPS, claiming they last twice as long and are available for sale by all dealers.
A prestidicitator in Texas staged a pistol loading trick. A spectator fired the gun at him and killed the operator instantly. The murderer was arrested.
Ladies may obtain beauty by the bottle with Hacan's Macroura Baimn a praised complexion beautifier. It claims to heighten natural charm remove blemishes and impart fairness smoothing wrinkles and giving a youthful appearance through capillary circulation. Samples and posters offered by GEO. A. DEITZ Chambersburg Pa.
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