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Newspaper
Ireton Weekly Ledger
Location
Ireton, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 06, 1905
Page
7
A jumble of anecdotes describes rheumatic pain relief with Dodd's Kidney Pills, a raid on a jail, and a coffee habit confession. Notable scenes include a man cured of rheumatism after pills, a lawyer’s humorous courtroom moment, and a diarist’s tale of struggling with stomach issues and coffee withdrawal.
Pirates seize Langley and companions after a shock encounter as government orders horse theft. Mary Laroon recovers under care while Paul confronts danger and fears. A mysterious American named Fox arrives at the brig seeking jewels amid a storm and brewing intrigue.
A 19th century description portrays Tahulan ball as a violent, rough game played on a ground like a gridiron. Two teams of about twenty clash with sticks and a spoon-shaped end, aiming to pass the ball between posts while avoiding heavy tacking and blows to players.
The article surveys Senate tenure from early 1890s to 1900s, noting few members served over two decades. It lists leaders by length of service, cites court rulings affecting estates, and reports on Secretary of State tenure, presidential vote tallies, and bureaucratic mail and railroad safety data, highlighting evolving political continuity and public policy concerns.
Gen Wai Ludlow recalls General William Ludlow famed for fearlessness and taking battlefield risks. A white yachting cap, worn in Santiago, became a conspicuous target and nearly cost him his life as bullets zipped past. A fellow officer warned him, but Ludlow insisted on keeping the cap through the campaign.
An elderly ticket seller recalls endorsing Doan's Kidney Pills in 1590 for severe backache. He says the remedy stopped his pain and that he has had no further complaints since. A second piece notes a Pennsylvania returnee joking about local whitewashing business in town.
The copy extols Cuthara Soap Ointment and Pills as a near superhuman remedy for eczenia flat psoriasis scalp pimples ringworm milk crust and salt rheum. It cites infant suffering and anxious parents while claiming global testimony proves efficacy.
A physician prescribes a medicine and orders a hot water bath and bed rest, prompting the shaggy haired patient to protest with a humorous plea for a mustard plaster. The Chicago Tribune quotes the exchange highlighting stubborn cold symptoms and patient humor.
A collage of old ads mentions Halls Catarrh Cure promising a cure with a $100 reward for failures and testimonials from Toledo Ohio. Also notes jokes on beef prices and a quack cure for colds with laxatives, plus a short piece on bronze or gold bracelets worn as military decorations in ancient times and their weights.
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