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Newspaper
Graham Leader
Location
Graham, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 07, 1885
Page
6
A biased ad extols Dr Pierce's Favorite Prescription claiming it cures ailments and weaknesses specific to women. It asserts beauty fades due to disease and promises restoration and prosperity with the one dollar medicine sold by druggists.
An 19th century style advertorial urges families to act against scrofula with B B S as a universal cure. It claims swift, absolute cures, urges public opinion to validate the remedy, and urges readers to consult neighbors and druggists for certificates.
An assortment of patent medicines and tonics promotes cosmetic removers and beauty aids, dietary tonics, tooth cleansers, liniments, and sexual health cures. Advertisements urge readers to order free publications, send guarantees, or visit druggists for products like Oricon to cleanse teeth, Morley’s Tonic, Kay’s Kentucky Kure, and Wonderful Eight, touting purity and rapid effects.
A brief remark declares that most men overestimate their knowledge of Mustang liniment though true understanding remains rare. It suggests humility in expertise and cautions against assuming complete familiarity.
The article notes Wells Thompson, formerly lieutenant governor, as the new mayor of Columbus. A sunset trip from Luling to San Marcos is mentioned as a possible future development. The Southern Pacific Railroad is boring an artesian well at Spofford Junction, already reaching 1500 feet. Mr. B Gatewood shipped 50,000 head of cattle from Colorado City last year, marking him as a leading Texas cattle shipper. In Fort Worth, three men were buried by a cave-in while laying a suction pipe at the water works. two died, one survived with severe injuries.
Vienna April 21 The Politisch Correspondent states the main difficulty between England and Russia centers on ridges at Puli Khisti and Ak Tapa that command Herat and that Russia insists upon retaining.
Ice jam in Chesapeake Bay concentrates millions of ducks in open water allowing sportsmen and pot hunters to kill them in mass. One man reportedly killed thirty two with a single shot. The piece also recalls Minnesota’s last hanging in 1855 when Minnesota was a territory and mentions the death sentence historically being court discretionary.
An extended ad fragment listing tonics and cures for colds fevers and stomach trouble. Mentions Dr Pierce's Compound Extract, Well's Health Renewer, Harter's Iron Tonic and Rough on Coughs with prices and testimonials. Includes miscellaneous quips and a society anecdote about vitality from tonics.
Practical guidance for individuals considering starting beekeeping. Highlights essential considerations, equipment needs, potential profits, and prudent business steps to avoid common mistakes. Addresses risks, labor, and market opportunities for aspiring operators.
The Chicago Times cautions that many fail in bees despite hype and profits. It notes the need for knowledge, proper location, and steady work, and cites German and American examples of successful and cautious beekeepers. It advises studying Langstroth and other works, starting with one colony, and choosing a good site with flowering plants for honey.
Industrial Brevitres notes using dried blood from slaughterhouses as manure and animal feed with dosing guidelines for lambs calves and adult stock. It cites trials and expert opinion on benefits. The piece also mentions New York market gardeners Maryland cantaloupes Kalamazoo celery fields Maine apple shipments to England and glycerine sharpening methods. A large international poultry show is planned in Copenhagen with entry deadlines for Americans and Danish program details.
A mixed crop of notes from Canterbury sheep scab fines to a Walla Walla draft-horse shipment to Chicago. Boston hosts 115 Galloway bulls imported by Hill and rail partners, while hog cholera devastates Onondaga and Syracuse markets. California oranges dip prices, lemon quality praised, and orange and sugar beet notes mingle with rubber coatings and rat deterrents. Greenlight on dairy stock prizes and fat stock shows in navy city.
The Thanks of Congress has named only four individuals for resolute thanks since organization. Captains Ingraham Ringgold and Dahlgren receive honors for gallantry during war. Ingraham saved an American citizen from seizure aboard an Austrian war brig Huss. Ringgold aided in rescuing the steam transport Govern wrecked in a gale and searched for the damaged battleship Vermont. Dahlgren was lauded for his gunnery movements. The honor grants lifetime access to congressional doors.
The Hartford Post describes a Dutch town where canals become ice paths for daily life. Women shop, children travel to school, villagers deliver milk and eggs, and even doctors and postmen move on skates. The piece notes skater culture lasting centuries and references Spanish invasion era soldiers using skates.
Martinez California will soon be supplied with water from a source at an elevation of 489 feet and located about five miles away, connecting a distant supply to the city.
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