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Newspaper
Geneseo Republic
Location
Geneseo, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1908
Page
3
A vintage health ad touts Burdock Blood Bitters as a remedy for heavy impure blood causing muddy complexion headaches and nausea. It claims thin blood causes weakness and paleness and asserts the bitter tonic makes blood rich red and restores perfect health.
The arrival in New Bedford of the whaling brig Sullivan with 4300 barrels of oil does not prove a revival. The piece contrasts 1906 figures with the boom era, notes petroleum and substitutes as causes of decline, and highlights changing crews, smaller fleets, and diminished fortunes for owners and mates.
Henry dy Dixey discusses a tavern scene of a violent quarrel over a poker game. The dialogue features a tenderfoot and seasoned players as bets and tempers flare, with a chaotic exchange about a large pot and rude interruptions. The account reads as a colorful anecdote from a saloon.
Geneseo resident Mrs. Alice Kurtz praises Doan's Kidney Pills for back pain tied to kidney issues. Her son suffered frequent backache and urinary trouble until using the pills from Peterson's drug store. Doan's Kidney Pills are advertised at 50 cents with Foster Millburn Co. as sole U S agents in Buffalo New York.
Long excerpt traces 19th century emigration trends from Italy Russia Austria Spain and Portugal to America. Notes rising numbers since 1880 and Italy and Russia large increases. Germany declines after 1893 amid Germany's commercial growth. Mentions Portugal Spain Switzerland and English Nordic movement with varying rates. Also includes an unrelated ad on Dr Shoop Pain Tablets and a Post Office subscription rule.
The son of Senator Philander Knox elopes with a bride from a respectable family. Knox responds with calm humor, welcoming a new daughter in law. The incident causes a brief, domestic upheaval and reveals family dynamics at a prominent political home.
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