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Newspaper
Indiana Progress
Location
Indiana, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 25, 1894
Page
7
An in depth discussion compares using a potato planter with hand planting. It cites farmer trials claiming higher yields from hand work with large seed pieces and broadcast fertilizer, while recognizing machinery saves labor and suits large acreage. It also covers timothy meadow restoration using nitrate dressings and clover to sustain production over several years.
The piece highlights Mary Astell as a 17th century pioneer who argued for women's equal education and social standing, predating Mary Wollstonecraft. It notes others who suffered slander for the cause and laments how later voices overshadowed earlier pioneers.
A New York matinee during the opera season drew attention when a large bouquet of violets was handed to Nordica and she discarded them, sparking debate that blooms of perfume can affect a singer while performing a solo.
The column advertises Hood's Sarsaparilla as a cure for headaches and general malaise, claims success after two bottles, and cites Mrs Fannie Markly of Safe Harbor Pennsylvania. It also promotes Hood's Pills for liver ills and a salve for skin conditions sold by Indiana and Homer City vendors. Additional items tout Mystic Cure for rheumatism with testimonials from T F Anthony and Herrick Bros.
A fragment recalls Castoria usage across generations from infancy to motherhood and children. It mentions A. T. Lowry & Co on Church Street and a note about a season approaching. The tone imitates old promotional copy with repeated Castoria references.
An advertisement touts Dr Miles Restorative Nervine as a cure for nervous disorders. It cites Mrs Jennie C Davis of Westfield Indiana and Mrs John R Miller of Valparaiso Indiana, claiming headaches fainting and weight gain improved after use. The ad urges early attention to symptoms and notes satisfaction guarantees through Dr Miles Medical Co Elkhart Indiana.
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