Gossiping Woman Sparks Fresh Talk After Every Call
A brisk exchange unfolds as a woman shares a new piece of gossip with each phone call. The lively chatter highlights social dynamics and curiosity within the community.
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Newspaper
Hickory Democrat
Location
Hickory, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jan 21, 1909
Page
6
A brisk exchange unfolds as a woman shares a new piece of gossip with each phone call. The lively chatter highlights social dynamics and curiosity within the community.
The piece comments on the Shah of Persia revoking the constitution and notes the political fragility of that act. It also warns about kidney and bladder trouble and promotes DeWitt's Kidney and Bladder Pills as a remedy for backache and urinary disorders. Additional content discusses potential anger toward Jack Johnson amid boxing debates.
The article discusses the Pure Food Law aiming to reveal drug contents such as morphine in medicines and notes Chamberlain's Cough Remedy does not list such drugs on its label. It praises its safety and efficacy, cites testimonials, and warns buyers to select approved cough remedies like Foley's Honey and Tar from W. S. Martin & Co.
A textured set of items boosts prosperity for a town, touts baby remedies and tonics, and cites Chamberlain's Liniment and Foley's Kidney Remedy. The piece mixes ads, local praise, and political commentary on tariffs, urban growth, and municipal ownership, highlighting community vigor and skepticism. It also mentions Prominent local sellers such as C. M. Shuford and W. S. Martin & Co.
An advertisement extols Kodol as a perfect digester that digests all foods if taken for a short period. It claims acids and natural juices cure dyspepsia and indigestion. The pitch emphasizes quick action and lists merchants G M Shuford and W S Martin & Co as sellers.
A religious author recounts years of kidney trouble and relief after Foley's Kidney Remedy, praising its effects and recommending it through W. S. Martin & Co. The ad also touts Foley's Honey and Tar for la grippe coughs, urges support for home business, and notes local schooling quality, ending with a farming quip about weeds and potatoes.
An advertisement promotes Kodol as a cure and preventive for indigestion. It claims many suffer from dyspepsia and nervous or chronic indigestion, and asserts Kodol digests all foods, rests the stomach, and promotes recovery. Prepared by H C DeWitt Co Chicago and Co druggists.
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