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Newspaper
Kansas Agitator
Location
Garnett, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 04, 1903
Page
7
A collage of market pitches and ads. Mentions Defiance Starch rivals and a 1903 Kansan City Southern Railway Almanac offering details on Southwestern Missouri and Indian Territory regions. References to household goods, teething remedies, and a street-trade style
Caute for Joy recalls a playful scene as Mia dies after a job change. Two Berlin chemists announce a new group of hypnotics enabling deep sleep, including a potent compound named yer onal. Separate note highlights rising popularity of billiards among American women, notably New York society leaders.
A collection of quips and miscellaneous observations from multiple sources. Notable lines critique human accountability, print culture, and social trends. The mix includes remarks on doglike decency, mosquito prevalence, typewriter era shifts, and fashion oddities.
A garbled miscellany mentions household goods Defiance Starch and a cheap laxative, plus stock losses in ocean transport for 1902. It covers Russian land ownership, Britain’s leather demand, gradual abolition of lotteries in Holland, Cuba exporting cane sugar to England, and rare pigeons bred by Helgians with a note on Antwerp and Guyot.
In Staunton Arkansas Duff Searcy County justice T B Reeves writes a letter praising Dodd’s Kidney Pills for kidney trouble. J P Cox a local justice also testifies he recovered after using six boxes and shares he gave three boxes to friends who also benefitted. The proclamation concludes with a cheerful lodge organizer’s note.
A well known society woman in Rye endured a painful eye strike by a baseball while spectators treated her with cold water and remedies. She fainted after fearing her nose might be crooked, confessing she valued her appearance more than the pain or pain itself. The event was recounted in the New York Mail and Express.
Atlantic City notes recount a humorous encounter between visiting Elks and Mayor Stoy as they strolled the boardwalk. A chorus of Elks teased the mayor about living in the East, then moved on, leaving him amused by the lighthearted exchange.
Poem fragment by Livince Seymour Keller reflecting on love and nostalgia. Imagery centers on yesterday, spring hay scent, maple shade, and a longing for a past romance. The text mixes archaic diction with garbled OCR words, preserving core motifs and a wistful tone.
Advertorial items claim Peruna cures catarrh of kidneys and pelvic organs, with testimonials from James M. Powell and C. Hershman praising rapid recovery after two weeks to two months of use. Emphasizes Dr. Hartman as founder and offers free advice. Mentions climate dangers in Africa and notes other unrelated societal topics.
A woman recounts relief from sick headaches and nervous ailments after quitting coffee and switching to Postum Food Coffee. She credits improved health and energy, noting neighbors also favor Postum. The testimonial advertises Postum by the Postum Co of Battle Creek Michigan and invites readers to look inside for "The Road to Wellville."
Viennese prejudice against women in public roles is challenged by the appointment of Dr. Margarethe Furehb as assistant at the chemical laboratory in Vienna. The move marks a notable advance for women in public positions.
Alton resumes its fast night train service to St Louis and points east via Kansas City gateway. The train departs Kansas City at 9 p.m. and reaches St Louis at 7 08 a m with chair cars included. Compartment sleeping cars and lighting ahead of rivals are highlighted. Also notes Wheat Harvest data from Australia with South Australia yield and export surplus.
A Philadelphia press cartoon caption notes that revolutions in South America could be emboldened by a toy pistol, implying greater danger from the movement. The line reflects tension between revolutionaries and regional powers.
Storekeepers report German army vehicles move five to eight ton loads through rough country. The extra quantity and Defiance Starch quality make other brands almost unsellable. When we consider progress, aging may affect men with gray hair rather than bald.
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