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Newspaper
Hull Index
Location
Hull, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1904
Page
3
The author discusses how titles influence a book’s appeal and ease of speech. He notes many existing titles like Two Gi a Tower and Kidnapped are strong but lack originality. He suggests a service to provide affordable, suitable titles for new historical novels to help authors.
Frantic advertising note offers a free catalog and “most surprising proposition” for sewing machines including Minnesota Slinger Wheeler White Standard and New Home models. Readers are urged to cut out the notice and return by mail to BEARS RGOEBUCK & CO in Chicago for prices and terms.
A fable told by Robert Barr as quoted by the Philadelphia Times illustrates fate's certainty. Aedhan seeks quick departure to Bmymna for a royal fete after the grand vizier fears the angel of death. The vizier sees death nearby and fears his death, while the sultan questions the angel who says he was simply following orders to kill.
Letter offering free medical guidance to women from Mrs Pinkham. Advise she provides confidential, compassionate help and has aided thousands. Address given as Lyn Mass. Women encouraged to write without hesitation for personal case attention.
A clever schoolteacher warned that fitting children with cut brown paper islands fixes ideas of life. The New York Evening Post cites two girls who misread grass, thinking it tall and black, learned from drawings. Also a medical ad promotes Doan's Kidney Pills with a testimonial from Mrs. Marshall about kidney relief.
A Western city lawyer and politician, famed as indulgent father, hosts a formal call where one son enters with a pet goat. The father confronts the boy, asking how many times he had warned him not to bring the goat into the drawing room, and orders it kept in the library.
Sears Roebuck & Co announces the General Merchandise Catalogue is free by mail postpaid. The large illustrated 50 cent book is now offered free to readers who request it, with payment eliminated by new paper and printing efficiencies.
In a quoted exchange from Tit-Bits the speaker reveals fear of rejection and wonders if the other person would accept marriage after a long hesitation. The dialogue hints at longing and uncertainty in a romantic courtship.
The article recounts the creation of the Wide Awakes in Hartford during the 1860-61 Connecticut spring election campaign led by Cassius M. Clay and Lincoln supporters. It describes their torchlit parades, uniforms, and the role of the caped youths in boosting Republican morale and aiding recruitment for the war effort.
An advertisement extols Peruna as a cure for dyspepsia and catarrh claiming it heals the stomach and relieves stomach trouble. It asserts Peruna treats catarrh at any location including head throat bronchial tubes and stomach and touts more cured cases than rivals.
A misspelled note requests Dr Hartman, president at The Hartman Institute in Columbus, to respond with four full statements of the writer’s case and promised valuable advice. The text hints at seeking autorial guidance from the physician.
A Chicago discussion contrasts beliefs about August as a lucky month for marriage. Mrs Pacque argues she marries in August and notes divorce courts grant alimony and fees, while the other speaker questions the basis for such views.
The article recounts Brigadier General Gevers Robert C. Schenck’s wartime disdain for his many Schenck nephews and a prank that provoked a tense foraging order near Fairfax Court House. It describes a forager confrontation where a young Schenck proudly affirmed his lineage, provoking laughter and relief among officers. It also records anecdote from Captain Tave Wilson about Jeff Davis kin at Savannah, a brawl that threatened a “lost cause” revival before soldiers restrained passions.
Mixed advertisement text from a historical paper promoting cures and legal notices. Mentions Allen's Foot Powder and a list of dubious claims. Includes names and garbled phrases suggesting endorsements and professional notices.
Residents discuss ownership and church construction as plans advance in the growing town. A local note mentions Mr. Simpkins proposing to someone, with two letters of congratulations and differing responses, dated March 20, 1001.
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