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Newspaper
Elgin Echo
Location
Elgin, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 18, 1907
Page
8
An emigrant from Mount Vernon Illinois describes homestead life near Red Deer Alberta. He details land purchases, log buildings, fences, grain yields, and hardships, noting prosperity from steady work, a basic school, and satisfaction with the Canadian settlement. He recalls earlier hunger and gratitude for support while praising the land’s potential.
Winchester shells and shotguns dominate the Grand American Handicap event held in Chicago June 18 to 21 with 452 top shooters. W R Crosby of O Fallon Illinois wins Professional Championship and Hugh M Clark of Urbana Illinois wins Amateur Championship. Geo L Lyon claims Preliminary Handicap with a Winchester shotgun. High amateur average awarded to an Illinois shooter.
A compact chronology lists diverse events across centuries from 1495 French defeat at Fornovo to 1905 Michael Hoot named Secretary of State. It includes battles, expeditions, political actions, infrastructure openings, and notable political shifts involving nations such as Britain France Spain and the United States.
Government figures place the total value of wheat, corn, oats, rye and barley at about 2.46 billion dollars, with winter and spring wheat yields forecast at 374 million and 213 million bushels respectively. The report notes a lower yield vs last year but higher prices may net gains for farmers, especially in the Northwest, amid soggy springs and slow planting.
Mrs Emma Stolt of Appleton Wisconsin reports dramatic recovery after six months on Vertina iron years ago she was wretched with backaches catarrh and bowel pain now she is well says the remedy has done a great deal of good and recommends it to friends she calls Vertina the best medicine in the world
Reports describe New York City striking ice wagon drivers resuming work after fund shortages and public reliance on private wagons for essential supplies. The strike leadership, backed by the American Ice Trust, faced rank-and-file discontent, and recognition demands faded as funds ran low.
A 1920s appearance guidance piece notes that a good look, proper dress, and grooming influence hiring decisions. It warns against shabby ties and dirty attire, stressing that first impressions affect opportunities, especially in large cities like New York, where slovenliness harms advancement.
A quoted exchange shows a thoughtful thinker saying he rarely comes to a man until after he is dead. The Hibernian officeholder retorts he is in no hurry and will stay and wait for it, highlighting a cautious, delay emphasizing tone.
Two men discuss food products in abundance and a grocer admits testing Postal Mood Coffee to gauge customer taste. A woman explains a mistaken brewing time altered the flavor, claiming longer simmer yields a lively, gluten rich brew. The tale ends urging readers to try Wellville in pills.
Senator Allison of Iowa signals bid for another term while allies deny age and health rumors. Senator Knox of Pennsylvania addresses federal powers and regulates child labor, citing constitutional scope and judicial opinions. Oklahoma's Legan praises state constitutions and urges "Let the people rule" as a campaign keynote.
Dramatized testimonial from G.B. Miram Mattlogly of Vermillion South Dakota reporting a decade of severe skin eruptions. After trying many remedies with little relief, he used Cuticura Soap and Cuticura Ointment, then was fully cured and hair restored after fourteen years of suffering and high expense.
Rouget de Lisle debated composing a new stirring anthem as crowds tired of hearing "There'll Be a Hot fine in the Old Lawn Songlet" and demanded something fresh. He experimented with music and lyrics, saving a few notes on the violin before crafting a catchy, distinct chorus.
A fragmentary note hints at Mr Ferguson about to travel and Mrs Ferguson planning a trip. The scattered lines reference a traveling umbrella and an imminent departure with unclear timing and destination.
An old timey advertorial fragment touts Dom's Kidney Tis claiming relief from kidney pain and weakness. The text, attributed to Foster-Milburn Co and Buffalo, markets twelve boxes for fifty cents and includes a mock dialogue about a fake hair cure, ending with satirical exchange.
An 19th century advertorial piece touts Favorite Prescription as a cure for female ailments and urges women to seek Dr. Pierce’s endorsements. It claims nonalcoholic, harmless ingredients, printed on bottle wrappers, with pamphlets from Dr. B. V. Pierce of Buffalo. It invites free consultations and mail orders for prose remedies.
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