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Newspaper
Fremont Eagle
Location
Fremont, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 27, 1899
Page
8
An analysis claims Uncle Sam leads in pill consumption with 60 million pills weekly in the United States and 40 million in Great Britain. It notes rapid factory-made pill production, massive advertising, and widespread belief in patent remedies as a factor in American health.
A Washington Star snippet portrays a playful dialogue between a boastful American and a witty Englishman. The American claims pride in being free and American while the Englishman questions his marriage to an American wife, hinting at cultural and alliance humor rather than any serious dispute.
A father of two reflects on teaching his sons to use names in every conversation. He views name recall as both courteous and commercially valuable, noting his own lifelong struggle to remember names and the potential benefit of early training.
Wanted ad offers a salary of 15 dollars weekly plus expenses for a man to introduce Perfection Poultry Mixture and Insect Destroyer in the country. Applicants should mail their address with a stamp to Perfection Mfg Co in Carsons Kansas.
The German emperor greets foreign representatives and military attachés in the uniform of the visitor’s country, and at times during a levee he changes his attire to match the visitor’s army.
An eighty-something recalls a long life marked by steady habits rather than dramatic events. He attributes his longevity to daily routines, restraint, and steady work, denying involvement in crime or sensational acts and downplaying any harsh behaviors.
The piece notes Wurzburg Bavaria funded schoolchildren dental exams at public expense and envisions free throat and ear treatment if successful. It argues health is as vital as education for the rising generation and compares European and American public policy.
President proclaims over 60 000 acres in southern Colorado opens to settlers at noon May 4 1890 along the Denver and Rio Grande Railroad. For pamphlet with full information contact 8 IX Hooper Genl. Agent Denver Colorado.
Waves travel faster than the wind that generates them and in calm autumn and winter weather a heavy sea often arrives on the coast twenty four hours before the gale, acting as its prelude.
Readers learn that Hall's Catarrh Cure claims a universal cure for catarrh a constitutional disease. It is taken internally and supposedly builds up the patient’s constitution while acting on blood and mucous surfaces. The ad offers one hundred dollars to any case it fails to cure and lists testimonials and the Toledo based company F J Cheney & Co as suppliers.
A statistician notes large wood consumption in the United States with 100,000 cords of maple used yearly for shoe pegs and 390,000 cubic feet of pine for match production.
Shake Into Your Shoes Allen's Foot-Ease is a powder claimed to cure painful feet and bunions, ease tight or new shoes, prevent sweating and callouses, and soothe tired feet. Sold by druggists and shoe stores with a 25 cent mail option and a free trial package offer.
Canada covers about 237000 square miles to rival Europe in size while being nearly thirty times as large as Great Britain and Ireland and exceeding the United States by about 500000 square miles.
An advertisement touts Grain-O as a nutritious coffee substitute made from pure grains. It claims Grain-O nourishes children and tastes like coffee yet costs less, priced at 15 cents per can and sold by grocers. A separate note previews Frederick Harrison's vision of a coal-free future with underground electric railways.
Salzer Seed Co of La Crosse Wisconsin promotes Salzer's seed corn claiming northern growth suitability and high yields from 80 to 150 bushels per acre. The ad invites readers to send for eight corn samples at low prices.
European governments report large lottery profits with Prussia bringing in 20000000 and Italy securing 12000000 last year through state run games.
The advertisement claims Kemp's Balsam stops coughing instantly and offers a free sample then 50 cent bottles. It notes Laxative Bromo Quinine as a cold cure and Piso's Cure touted by an Anna M. Ross claim from Williamsport.
The piece argues lasting success comes from merit and effort, not luck. It highlights the Deering Harvester Co. of Chicago as a large-scale example, employing more workers than any other factory and operating day and night since 1891 to meet demand. It predicts continued pressure on other manufacturers to innovate or risk closure.
The Fiji Islands use carved whale teeth as currency. Teeth are painted white and red to denote different values and are worn by natives as a form of wealth.
A historical note promotes Lane's Family Medicine as a daily bowel care routine to support health. It claims gentle effects on the liver and kidneys and cures headaches. The text lists a price of 25 and warns against evil methods for good results.
Try Grain-O a new grain based drink that replaces coffee. The product is described as easy on the stomach and having a rich mocha like flavor. Packages sell for 15 or 25 cents and are available from all grocers.
A short dialogue notes hesitation and optimism as one party requests a couple of days to consider a proposal, fearing possible change of heart. The other warns that two days may be long enough to rethink. The item captures a light exchange with a casual workplace or social tone.
An old advertisement promotes Eagle Linen Letter Paper and En velopes for printers and a Ripans product for teething pain claiming gum softening and anti inflammatory benefits. It invites readers to send 5 cents to Ripans Chemical Co New York for samples and literature.
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