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Newspaper
Jackson Argus
Location
Jackson, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Dec 25, 1908
Page
3
An old advertisement promotes Dr Kilmer Swamp Root as a cure for kidney liver and bladder troubles. It claims kidney disease causes heart and bladder issues and offers samples and a free book by mail from Kilmer Co Binghamton New York. It urges readers to mention the newspaper.
Poem reflecting on Christmas music breaking through daily cares and loneliness. The speaker finds solace in the season’s sacred message and the idea of divine sacrifice, inviting Belief as a gift of eternal love.
A short verse titled Irish Point of View celebrates Christmas with snow and green imagery and coin memories, noting Irish merriment tied to snow presence and luck. The page also promotes DeWitt's Carbolized Witch Hazel Salve as the original remedy for burns scratches and piles sold by Slaton Drug Co.
Local ad from Tom Thurston announces he is back at his old stand offering horse showing and general repair work in prompt, stylish service and invites patronage.
A father recalls his young daughter asking if God made him and then herself. He confirms creation, noting her curiosity while reflecting on her comment about God’s work. The anecdote, framed in a light tone, highlights a child’s astonishment and parental reassurance.
The piece traces how Nicholas, bishop of Myra, became the Christmas Eve figure Santa Claus. It notes Dec 5 as St Nicholas Day, the shift of gift giving from Dec 5 to Dec 24, and the Dutch to English transfer of the custom to Christmas Eve in New York and England. It mentions origins in Europe and American importation.
Half a pint of hot water taken half an hour before breakfast will usually keep the bowels regular. Harsh cathartics should be avoided. When a purgative is needed, take Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets. For sale by Slaton Drug Co. Jackson, Ga.
An old ad promotes Dixie fruit cakes and Dr King New Life Pills claiming they cure constipation headache biliousness and malaria. It notes a 25 cent price at C Whitehurst and markets a dangerous surgical topic with a sensational warranty.
A brief item notes Worcester sauce and Tabasco sauce available at Dixies, with a contact number 186 for orders or inquiries.
Apply Chamberlains Salve after nursing and wipe away with a soft cloth before the next nursing. Many trained nurses report best results. Price 25 cents per box. Sold by Slaton Drug Co. Jackson Ga.
An advertisement touts Kodol as a complete stomach digester that rests the stomach to cure indigestion. It claims ordinary pepsin and physics are inadequate, promises a money back guarantee, and notes availability from druggists with a large bottle offering the best value.
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