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Newspaper
Ismay Journal
Location
Ismay, Montana, United States of America
Date
Mar 08, 1912
Page
7
A Paris socialite buys a tiny griffon trick dog from a salesman boasting a pocket specimen. She later discovers the "griffon" is a sewn in oversized rat, prompting a domestic scene and the exposure of a fraud.
The article notes the body holds about two pounds of phosphorus vital for bones and brain vitality, enough to make 4 000 packages of friction matches if extracted. It also mentions small amounts of sodium potassium magnesium, enough for classroom experiments or a family's Fourth of July rocket display.
A 19th century account notes a waning Jewish community in Kai-Fong China. From once a sizable presence with a synagogue, centuries of decline left only seven families by the time of observation, with the land sold, a pond covering the former site, and religious practice greatly eroded.
In Bangkok the Amazon Guard comprises aging women who patrol the inner palace gates. They trail any visitor, remain with them, and ensure no mischief or affairs with royal wives occur. Doctors and craftsmen may enter with guards, but recruitment is difficult due to harsh duties, low pay, and limited qualifications.
The piece recalls the abolition of the pigtail in England and traces its use from 1740 waistling styles to late vestiges in 1858. It notes the bag wig with a pigtail and mentions present relics, such as black velvet ribbons on Royal Welsh Fusiliers tunics.
The article reports measurements of starlight versus sunlight. Vega-like first magnitude light is about one forty thousandth millionths of the sun. Earth's total starlight from 3,000 first magnitude stars equals about one sixtieth the full moon's light. Sunlight exerts about 70,000 tons of pressure on Earth.
Munich Bavaria becomes the first city to levy a tax on domestic cats priced at 5s Each cat must wear a special collar and a metal decal like dogs Those without collars will be caught by authorized officials Officials expect the levy will curb the large cat population though the measure is unpopular
The article notes Cherrapunji in Assam as the rainiest place on earth with ten weeks of rainfall from May 1 to July 9 totaling 250 inches. It claims annual rainfall around 450 inches, about 165 times London's, and locates the village on a plateau 4,455 feet above Sylhet plain.
An anecdotal account describes a woman who endured backache fatigue and disordered kidney function. The ad claims kidney disease affects many women and that Dean's Kidney Pills relieved her symptoms after two years of distress and eight boxes of the remedy.
A solemn child named Eustace tells a comrade he has no grandparents because all died before his birth. An adult insists they were his grandparents, while he questions if deceased parents would still be his parents. The exchange probes belonging and lineage through a playful dialogue.
The article promotes Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin as a mild tonic laxative to improve digestion and bowel regularity. It claims relief from headaches bad breath and fatigue tied to constipation and indigestion and notes bottles cost 60c and 1.00 with a free sample offer from Dr W B Caldwell of Monticello Illinois.
A Scottish bailie hears a case over a ferret left in a neighbor's care. The neighbor opened the cage door, the ferret escaped, and damages were claimed. The bailie rules both parties at fault, suggesting the owner should have clipped the beast’s wings.
Funeral house notes filed as the minister speaks of Joe Thomas death with uncertain fate, saying perhaps he goes to heaven or hell. The rural Pennsylvania community mourns as talks of readiness to meet him continue.
Fragmented exchange shows two unnamed statesmen debating the idea of economy. One hints at tying wealth to constituencies while another quips about making do with minimal funds as Young America replies with a Shakespearean allusion.
Marine Eye Remedy Co of Chicago offers Marine Eye Salvo and Remedy sold in aseptic tubes for red, weak, and watery eyes with granulated lids. Described as compounded by oculists and used in physicians practice for years. Packaged in bottles and available through chemists.
Tatterdon Torn-Did she turn you down or marry you. Thirsty Thingumbob-Me love for a woman.
The advertisement claims Cole's Carbon salve relieves burning itching and torturing skin diseases and stops burn pain, promising cures without scars. Available at druggists for 25 or 50 cents with free samples by J W Cole and Company Black River Falls Wisconsin.
A fragmentary dialogue shows Geraldine asking to stop staring at her feet and a response about ending an interruption. The text hints at interpersonal tension without clear event or setting.
Fragmentary text shows a signature request tied to B. W. Arene or Arene, with references to a worldwide issue and Curea Coldin Gas Bay. Content is unclear and may be part of a legal or notice item lacking full names and details.
A columnist argues it is apt to inflame a young widow if a man fails to pretend to use force on his first kiss attempt, framing the behavior as a social miscue rather than wrongdoing.
A brief note notes Winslow's Syrup for teething children claims to soften gums reduce inflammation ease pain and cure wind in a 25 cent bottle. It mentions cheerful givers distributing lemons as a specialty.
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