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Newspaper
Elgin Echo
Location
Elgin, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 07, 1925
Page
6
An advertisement extols a perfume’s influence on a Lady of Distinction noting Cuticura Soap and hot water cleanse, then Cuticura Talcum powder for clear healthy skin. It adds a moral seen in a saying about towns and vacations, concluding with a proverb about fault and virtue.
The scanned page presents a dense grid of word fragments and numbered cues. It hints at a hidden solution to last week’s puzzle, with many entries cross referencing letters and themes, and a note that the final solution appears in the next issue.
The article humorously imagines a future where romance is examined scientifically. A young man uses a stethoscope, blood tests, and medical measures to assess a woman's attributes before seeking a kiss, only to be met with a playful, hygienic barrier if the woman objects or prevails.
An advertisement extols Dr Kilmer Swamp Root as a cure for kidney liver and bladder ailments claiming widespread testimonials and urging readers to obtain a sample by mail. It notes the product’s popularity with druggists and offers bottles in various sizes. A closing joke about travel prompts reader interest.
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