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Newspaper
Graettinger Times
Location
Graettinger, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 19, 1917
Page
16
An editorial fragment argues many early deaths are due to kidney degeneration and auto intoxication. It urges preventing premature aging by lightening kidney work via ample pure water daily and taking Anurie before meals. It claims Anurie dissolves uric acid and is stronger than lithia, available at drugstores.
Sioux City resident Payette testifies after ten years of use that Dr. Pierce's Pleasant Pellets improve stomach liver and bowel health. He says his wife also benefits from them for stomach trouble. Pellets were created by Dr. Theree nearly fifty years ago and can be obtained by sending twenty five cents to Dr. V M Pierce Buffalo NY.
Fragmentary text mentions capital at Mraned and debts but lacks names, places, dates, or concrete actions to summarize into a coherent news item.
An advertiser touts a double strength acne and freckle treatment claiming to remove freckles and lighten weathered skin. The copy urges readers to get the product from their druggist, apply twice daily, and asks for more than one ounce for full results under a money back guarantee.
A garbled fragment shows a grocer’s new boy joking about correcting someone. The speaker asks if the grocer corrected her, receiving a boastful reply that the job is better done by him. The text reflects dialect and mis-spelled dialogue with unclear context.
An old advertisement claims Danderine cleanses dust and oil, stops itching and hair loss, and over weeks grows new fine hair. It urges readers to moisten a cloth, apply strand by strand, then purchase a 25 cent bottle from any store.
A Guardian describes the pianist as someone who cannot resist performance. The guest says he plays whenever asked, implying the musician lacks self control and yields to invitation, shaping the concert dynamic.
In a moonlit night DArtigny and Adele assess a deserted fort after discovering its door broken and no arms remaining. They suspect river tribes allied to La Salle will attack at dawn. De Tonty once led these warriors, who fought fiercely, and the two leaders prepare to warn the lads and consider a defensive stand if needed.
A vintage advertisement promotes California Syrup of Figs as a gentle laxative for children and adults. It claims the product cleanses the stomach and bowels without griping, advises using a teaspoonful when the tongue is coated, and suggests it helps with colds, stomach aches, and indigestion. The ad urges mothers to keep a bottle on hand and notes directions printed on the bottle.
A college professor of mathematics and his wife discuss frugal living and saving. The professor quips that his wife is his co efficient, highlighting domestic economy and clever budgeting in a lighthearted exchange.
Stomach troubles and indigestion are described as common, with headaches, nervousness, and low spirits linked to poor digestion. Green's August Flower, introduced fifty years ago, is promoted as a remedy with success for these complaints. Sold by dealers for 25c trial bottles or 5c family size. Manufacturer G. G. Green, Woodbury, New Jersey, with international distribution in Australia and Canada.
Mrs Youngbride complains the eggs yesterday were old. Grocer apologizes, says the best they could do. All young chickens were killed for the holiday trade, leaving only old hens to lay. Mrs Youngbride accepts the explanation.
An advertisement from 1916 touts Kilmer's Swamp Root as a cure for kidney liver and bladder ailments. It features a testimonial from L M Werts a Kansas druggist and urges readers to send ten cents for a sample and information booklet. The ad claims lengthy experience and widespread user approval.
A teacher asks what miners are found in England and a girl replies coal iron and water. The class clarifies water is wrong, then she quips that restaurants advertise mineral waters for sale, highlighting a pun on mineral resources and drinks.
On rising and retiring smear affected parts with Cuticura Ointment then wash with Cuticura Soap and hot water. For hands soak in hot water, dry and rub with Cuticura Ointment. Free samples by mail with Book Address postcard Cuticura Dept. L Boston. Sold everywhere.
A governess tries to teach Charley gratitude by prompting him to thank the cow for her milk. Charley responds that the cow has no use for it herself, highlighting a child’s literal view of consequences and a humorous moment in a domestic scene.
An unnamed Cincinnati authority touts freezone as a cure for corns and calluses. A few drops applied to a tender corn immediately relieves pain and the corn lifts out with its root. The drug dries quickly and shrivels the corn without irritating surrounding skin. A small bottle costs little at drug stores, and druggists can stock it if not already.
An exchange about bowlegs prompts a quip on a joke doctor. The notice mentions Dr Pierce and a large trial package of Anuric for kidneys cures, an old patent medicine promotion. It ends with a gag about hats curing headaches and a pennies request to a New York Buffalo address.
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