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Newspaper

Elgin Echo

Location

Elgin, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Nov 28, 1912

Page

8

Thanksgiving reflections on American heritage and leadership

The piece celebrates Thanksgiving as a unique American holiday rooted in Plymouth 1621, linking it to national unity, family gatherings, and gratitude to God. It notes the White House leadership, diverse origins of Americans, and the growth of agriculture and civilization, urging continual thankfulness beyond one day.

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Influence of Home Environment on a Child’s Mind

A mother and father greet a homebound child, whose witness bears on the child’s future attitudes toward work law and humanity. The piece argues patience and forgiveness shape character, while hostility and impatience corrode trust in society. It also recalls 19th century Alpine climbing views, noting early caution about ascent of Mount Blanc and remarks from Murray’s Handbook.

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Keeping Down Human Supply in a Changing World

A provocative editorial argues life creation will soon be commercialized and laments overpopulation. It contends tariffs, gold prices, and doctors noted as factors while insisting on reducing human numbers to avert future costs. A cheeky aside notes a columnist’s bald joke about walking on one's head.

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Magnificent purple chrysanthemum wins over scientist committee

A committee of investigating scientists offered a lady a rare purple chrysanthemum as a token of regard. She admired the blossom and said she would love a dress in that exquisite shade, prompting the professor to nod knowingly and the group to wink.

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Dodds Kidney Pills Help Veteran End Heart Trouble

A 63 year old man reports six years of heart palpitations, eye puffiness, chills and back ache. After about a year on Dodds Kidney Pills his palpitations ceased, he weighs 200 pounds, and can perform heavy manual labor. He praises the remedy and mentions purchasing for 60 cents per box at dealers.

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Cure for Rash Spreads Through Cuticura Soap Ointment

Woman from Indianapolis describes rash spreading from face to arms and back, intense itching and disfigurement. After trial of various remedies she uses Cuticura Soap and Ointment, reporting complete cure in about three weeks and promoting free samples via Cuticura department in Boston.

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His Authority and the Golden Mouth Joke

A brief humor item recounts a man praised as a golden mouth speaker, only to reveal the praise came from his dentist. The witticism hinges on a pun about dental work misrepresenting or exaggerating rhetorical skill.

Royalty Addresses American Settlers in Western Canada

Royalty welcomes American settlers in Macleod setting before a largely American audience of Canadian bottlers. The speech notes freedom to come and go under Canadian law, no pressure to adopt nationality, and welcomes Canadians and Britons returning to the Union Jack. It recalls patterns of migration, prosperity expectations, and urges continued growth in the western wheat country.

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How Girls May Avoid Per Uneems of Others

A Rochester mother praises Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound for aiding her 13 year old daughter who suffered monthly dizziness and cramps. She reports relief after two bottles and urges readers, especially mothers, to read about the medicine's effects. Several Ohio families also share positive experiences with the remedy.

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