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Newspaper
Hamiota Echo
Location
Hamiota, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Aug 05, 1909
Page
7
The article compares European police uniforms and gear from Paris and London, noting dark lanterns, striped cuffs, capes, and nonlethal signaling with white gloves. It describes capuchios, belts, and sword-like clubs, plus rain attire and the martial look of German police.
An old sailor regales with a yarn of a storm at sea. Lightning struck the rock and punched a hole in the hull. The ship foundered until a second bolt severed the mast and plugged the hole, allowing crew to repair at drydock.
Rural district children heard their father was elected county sheriff and rushed home from school in excitement. A child asked if all family members would be sheriffs, and the mother answered that only she and the father hold the position.
A reflective verse contrasts lives driven by love gain power and fame with those who seek simple contentment. It laments sorrow and the toll of toil while praising the steady endurance of ordinary folk who work through hardship to keep joy alive.
A curious brief notes a timid hare and rabbit, both described as frightened. One hare is said to be English and full of affright while the rabbit is Welsh and eaten at night, offering a quirky linguistic contrast.
A bottle of Dr. Thomas Ecclectric Oil in the farm house saves many a journey for the doctor. It helps children with colds and croup and adults with pains. It also has directions for use on sick cattle. There should always be a bottle in the house.
Uncle Eben jokes about a man who keeps talking and demands quick replies to prove you stay awake. The Washington Star quote captures humorous chatter and a wary tolerance for constant questions.
An Illinois legal notice section records J. Cheney Co. of Toledo promising one hundred dollars for every case of catarrh cured. The document states the firm’s oath of authenticity and references Hal’s Catarrh Cure taken internally and applied to blood and mucous surfaces.
U S Government scientists warn the household fly is the main carrier of typhoid diphtheria and smallpox. The article notes products like Wilsons Fly Pads claim to kill flies and germs, reflecting health worries and consumer remedies of the period.
A fragment from the Baltimore American quotes a public voice musing on misfortune. The line contrasts a man’s fate with his automobile as it sinks under pressure or danger.
A woman who employs a Chinese cook recalls teaching him to make pudding and testing his understanding by smelling eggs. He used five eggs instead of three, claiming to imitate her. She realized the bad eggs she discarded matched his actions, highlighting misapplied instructions.
London Scraps explains how nabob derives from nawab, the Indian provincial governor who amassed wealth and lived richly under Mughal rule. The term survived into British rule, corrupted to nabob and used for rich natives then Europeans who returned home ostentatiously wealthy.
A fragment describes icebergs resembling varied architecture from an Arab white tent to a domed mosque, a cluster of pagodas, a Gothic cathedral, a coliseum, and a large man of war with its stern and foam, illustrating nature's surge of architectural imagery.
A short anecdote contrasts parent child relations across eras. An old general recounts supper with a young woman who praises the liver wing of a chicken, and he replies he never tasted one because his parents ate it when he was young and now his children do.
A Scottish practice among women field workers involves lying face down with backs exposed when tired, allowing others to step on the lower back with a foot several times to relieve aches, a method called straightening the beck.
The article advises the business woman on hot weather dressing focusing on neatness and coolness. It champions a strictly tailored one piece dress as the ideal solution, notes materials like cotton poplin and linen, and warns against frills, furbelows, and overly casual looks.
This excerpt suggests adding cologne to bath water for refreshment and explains how to judge bath conditions. It warns against too hot or too long baths and recommends a hot milk pickup afterward. It advises gradual cooling, cold splash after warming pores, and using lemon slices borax or bran and oatmeal bags to soften water.
Ernestine Gregory, a Berlin newspaper writer, becomes the first woman to pass the oriental languages examination at the University of Berlin with high honors. She has been offered a professorship and is regarded among Europe’s leading linguists. She also excelled in Russian language and literature and is proficient in French English and Spanish.
Mr Dustin Stax speaks on burdens and charity noting many are willing to bear other people's loads. He emphasizes that giving can be a personal burden yet is often accepted by donors.
The guide bans glitter and prescribes a natural pink nail glow. A rubbing method with the hand provides warmth and moisture to achieve the desired shine.
A cryptic line emphasizes that knowing the truth leads to revealing what one has planted as seeds of knowledge. The phrasing echoes themes of honesty and revelation without detailing a specific event or source.
Sir Henry C Bartlett urges surgeons to avoid unnecessary operations and use restraint. He notes many patients suffer from invasive procedures and endorses Dr Chase's Ointment as a safer alternative. Arthur Lepine of Granite Hill Muskoka testifies two boxes cured bleeding piles after hospital operation plans failed.
The Cleveland Leader reports that members of the Equal Rights Club passed a resolution condemning the legal execution of women for murder. The item notes organized protest and a public stand against harsh punishment of female defendants.
An old advertisement extols Parmelee's Vegetable Pills as the best preparation to restore healthy stomach action. It claims the stomach governs vital functions and that proper digestion clears the mind and improves work, urging a trial due to years of general use and noted effectiveness.
A Detroit Free Press quip about graduates humorously doubting plans after schooling. The joke implies the questioner expects the graduate to contribute work, while joking about the purpose of education and social role.
A testimonial from Wilfrid Gagnr, proprietor of the Grand Central Hotel in Drummondville, dated August 3 1904, claims Minard's Liniment cured a valuable hunting dog of mange after several veterinarians failed to help.
A girl named Mary hates a word and mispronounces vingar as she buys a quart of the drink at a store. Her memory of ridicule frames the scene from The Bohemian.
Marine Eye Remedy claims to soothe red weak weary watery eyes caused by chalk dust and eye strain. Citing a New York City census of 17 928 children needing eye care the ad promotes Murine as non irritating and safe for adults and babies with sales listed at 50 cents and free eye books from the Marine Eye Remedy Co Chicago.
A quoted exchange from the Boston Transcript jokes about a woman’s age, saying there is nothing uncertain as she has remained the same age for ten years. The line plays on the idea of aging as a constant rather than a change.
Product notice states Wilson's Fly Pads are sold by all druggists, grocers and general stores.
Hon Dr Montague, once famed as Ontario's silver tongued orator, spoke to expatriate Canadians in Louisville Kentucky under the Maple Leaf Club. He touched on many topics and quipped about suffragettes noting Diogenes once walked London with a lantern seeking a man.
Gems from the House of Commons and the Pulpt collect witty and pointed Bulls from debates. The piece recalls Saunderson on Ireland, a ministerial quip about truth in Irish outrages, Hook’s boyhood sermons, and a City Temple speech about time and restraint.
The Westminster Gazette recounts how Crockford died after his horse was poisoned before the Derby and how conspirators staged his death to affect the Oaks race. His body was placed in a chair near a window to mislead the public while patrons pursued bets, and the ruse remained secret for years.
An old Cingalese woman died and was buried. The next day a large iguana attacked poultry on nearby property, prompting a man to shoot it. The relatives claimed the iguana housed the woman's spirit and denounced the act, demanding compensation before calming their anger.
The article explains the elephant’s long trunk as a remarkable tool that replaces a long neck by supporting the heavy head and tusks and aiding feeding. It notes four footed animals have longer necks for reaching food, while the elephant’s short neck suits its head weight.
The Louden Mail outlines a Danish system where a 21 year old pays £6 10s to the state to secure an annuity of 13 at 65. If the holder dies earlier, the funds are forfeited. The piece presents the concept as an old age pension scheme.
A brief exchange questions golf knowledge and defines a bunker as a crank that lives and sleeps on the links, implying a humorous stereotype or misinterpretation of golf jargon. The dialogue contrasts unfamiliarity with casual curiosity about the sport.
In a tense domestic exchange a child named Tommy confronts his mother after a chastening incident. He declares he would be ashamed to grow up and become a child beater, revealing a harsh parental dynamic and a plea for accountability.
A humorous remark about a man offered to sing a baby to sleep but his wife refused, saying the baby should keep crying. The dialogue showcases domestic banter and the couple's differing views on soothing the child.
The Cordons Bleu originated as an order for women cooks after Louis XV disputed that men alone could create true culinary art. Mme du Barry's kitchen showcased a dinner fully prepared by women, leading to recognition of female chefs and the enduring idea that cooking is a fine art pursued by masters worldwide.
J E Preston Maddock notes Ward’s London visit prior to his death and his publicity stunts. An excerpt from Ward’s Drawing lecture shows his humor about art and his disabled self praise. He quips he never distinguished himself as an artist yet claims a future behind him.
Hannibal advances in northern Italy in 213 B C securing two victories at Ticinus and Trebia in Cisalpine Gaul. He defeats Rome at Trasymenus in 212 B C and seals his peak at the costly victory of Cannae. After thirteen more years he earns no further decisive wins before recall from Carthage for lacking support.
In a private Philadelphia hospital ward a stubborn elderly millionaire challenges his physician about his condition. The doctor reassures progress while noting lingering leg swelling, prompting a sharp retort from the patient. The exchange captures a moment of wit amid medical care.
Ambergris is defined by a penetrating musk like odor. Even a tiny amount dominates when mixed with strong scents. Its main component is ambrein, a fatty substance extractable by boiling ambergris in alcohol.
Two hobos joke about an after dinner speech. The first asks Tlobo-Saz if he ever gives one and the second confirms with a standard line. The punchline features a polite, exaggerated bow and the line I always sez, Thank ye, ma'am.
A sixteen year-old son reveals surprising truths to his father, challenging generations of assumptions and prompting reflection on family bonds and trust.
A brief quote notes that love for you is stronger than the hate you face. The line attributes a sentiment to Edwin Arnold about resilience through opposition.
Mothers warned that summer brings cholera infantum diarrhea and stomach troubles risking infant life. Baby's Own Tablets are pitched as a safe preventive and remedy kept at home, with a testimonial from Mrs. Gee of Howell, Sandy Beach, Quebec. Sold by medicine dealers or by mail for 2 cents a box from The Williams Medicine Co Brockville Ont.
An American tourist touring London on a healing trip aboard the old battleship Victory, Nelson's flagship, is escorted by an English sailor to a brass tablet. The sailor notes it marks where Nelson fell, and the American quips that he nearly tripped on the same spot himself.
An advertisement extols Parmelee's Vegetable Pills as portable compact reliable medicine for digestive regulation. It notes accurate compounding and proven ingredients. The rest of the text shifts to a Sheffield school anecdote where a girl defines bachelor as a very happy man citing her father.
Minard's Liniment and notes praise Maine for leading early fish and game protection. The 1843 law created fish commissioners, 1852 extended control to moose and deer, birthing the wardage system and supporting a thriving Maine game economy estimated at 13 million dollars annually. The piece traces New England progress and contrasts western and southern protection histories.
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