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Newspaper
Elgin Echo
Location
Elgin, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 13, 1899
Page
8
A fragment notes Manila hemp from a plantain family source yielding limited fiber per three years. It states Deering twine mills in Chicago use much of this fiber, supplying a third of binder twine in America Tadenville. The text also includes stray quotes and ads with miscellaneous archaic references.
The well known Syrup or Fias from the Carbonsia Fia Syrup Co is praised as a perfect strengthening laxative that cleanses the system, dispels colds and headaches, and helps overcome habitual constipation. It uses figs for taste but derives medicinal qualities from senna and aromatic plants, with the company name printed on each package to avoid imitations. Bottle price is 50 cents. available from druggists in major cities including San Francisco and New York.
A lengthy analysis condemns preservative use in butter and milk, urging strict standards for dairy products. It cites Wisconsin and Massachusetts officials, warns of formic aldehyde risks, and calls for a shift toward truly pure dairy and poultry practices with safer, transparent labeling and regulation.
The article argues some intestinal bacteria are essential for life and warns against oversterilization of poultry environments. It cautions about unsafe lime and plaster around poultry, promotes oyster shell grit for hens, and defends poultry products against adulteration while noting preservatives in beef, mutton, pork, fish, and canned goods threaten stomach health. eggs and live fowl are deemed safer.
Commentary ridicules the Chicago pura food investigations and Broadwell’s testimony before the Senate. It claims oleomargarine laws are openly violated in Illinois and describes a social stigma against asking for oleo. The piece cites Broadwell’s remarks on consumer demand and deception by producers.
A periodical note on chick rearing outlines a ten day exclusive oats diet with grit and chick charcoal, then gradual inclusion of meat and grains, plus frequent feeding for weeks and access to grains. It mentions onions for growth, and cites Col. Albert J. Pope predicting horseless carriages powered by electricity. Also briefly notes green cut bone as vital for egg production and a moral reflection on time.
A child narrator observes Uncle John feeding Old Charlie the horse, Buttercup the cow, and Kitty Clover the cat, then watches a hen eat, while Dicky endures being teased by Ben Walden, and a verse ends with a boy imagining talking potatoes and corn.
A boy named Dicky teases a tiny bug named Mistress Tumblebug as she steadily crawls up a sloping mound of earth carrying a bite for her babies. Each ascent ends with her tumbling back, yet she perseveres despite his hearty laughter.
An appeal from a Toledo Journal letter writer criticizes churches for closing doors to poor musicians seeking practice spaces. The writer laments walls between church and needy artists while missionary work expands, urging the provision of music rooms with organs and pianos for those in need to use.
News from a village reports wolves attacking residents. A wolf carried off a baby, dropped it when chased, and the infant died. Sahibs advised letting the carcass lie to lure the wolf back for punishment. the parents agreed. The wolf returned and was shot dead.
A quotation from Andrew Carnegie on wealth building emphasizes five pillars: push, integrity, clearheadedness, thrift, and strict avoidance of overwork. He cautions that ten hours a day of steady work suffices for most, urging modest profits with surety over risky ventures and greed.
A reader letter praises Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound for female weakness. The writer recounts long illness with uterine, bladder, and bowel troubles, noting relief after using the remedy and its wash, and thanks the producer for renewed health. The narrative cites city and initials as part of the testimonial.
A fragmented patent notice lists numerous inventors and locations across Minnesota and nearby states. Names include Herman Hagberg Bealacrd Maynard Andrew Nilson J J Ven Ess points discuss water motor bicycle fastener and gas engine related filings with law firms and addresses in Minneapolis St Paul Brainerd and other cities.
A fragmentary dialogue references Shake speare’s pen and modern joke writing. Spreer and Hunterist discuss how living in London would influence comic papers and their reception of jokes.
A plaintiff’s attorney in a case about killing a dog praised the animal as good and valuable, arguing it was improper to claim the dog was worthless. The remarks reference evidence about the dog and its pups and appear in Case and Comment.
A fragment from the Tadlanapolls Journal records a dialogue featuring Diamil Dawson and a speaker debating vows and personal principles. The exchange highlights contradictory statements about willingness to work, avowal of vengeance, and a humorous oath about not wearing a spike-tall coat.
The phrase appears as a warning or rallying shout advising discipline and composure in a tense situation, urging steadiness from a group labeled as boys or trainees amid possible strain or conflict.
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