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Newspaper
Kingman Star
Location
Kingman, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1912
Page
2
The Kingman Star prints an editorial note on seeking the right life path prescribed by creation. It cites nature as a guide, warns against self-will, and discusses the struggle of workers, noting a laundry girl’s remark on wages and the hard reality faced by the poor.
The island of Tavo ara lies about a dozen kilometers from Sardinia, measuring just over a mile in length with a population of 55. King Charles Albert granted sovereignty to the Bartoleoni family in 1856. after Paul I. died in 1882 the islanders proclaimed a republic with a president elected for ten years and women voting.
A Paris seer foresees Prince Victor Napoleon winning the presidency of the French republic and later proclaiming himself emperor, promising a long era of prosperity. The narrator notes that a forecast of a cabinet crisis might have proved true, illustrating how some soothsayers miss the mark.
The Portland Oregonian favors numbering hours 1 to 24 and argues for equal length months aligned to the same weekday. It predicts a hot summer with Chicago and Baltimore likely to register the season’s highest temperatures. An American tosses money in London streets, inviting tips.
A sprawling tale of buried riches across Europe and beyond. The piece traces the famed Rouvier treasure in France and Saint Chapelle statues, Napoleon era hoards, Abbey of St Bavon riches, Attila the Hun legends, and Vigo Bay galleons, with notes on seekers and methods. It blends history, rumor, and puzzle-like clues through centuries of treasure hunts.
Arthur W. Marks recounts a New York to Philadelphia train story to show Jewish economy. A Hebrew rider without a ticket rides with actors who answer conductor requests by naming their company, until the Hebrew says Comp’ny and reveals the Pittsburgh Clothing Company paid for all.
Archibald Butt and Secretary Hilles attended Taft's Chicago banquet. A Dixie parody at the event distressed Butt who from Georgia found the song inappropriate and remarked it was like parodying the Lord's prayer.
Mrs M E Pairchild recalls a severe leg wound that healed after using Cuticura Ointment and notes Cuticura Soap leaves the face without smarting. She praises both products and mentions requesting free samples from Cuticura Dept L Boston.
In Frankfort Kentucky a movement aims to save the old State House square building known as the little red brick. The 98 year old structure has historic ties including visits by Daniel Boone and would reach a century in two years if allowed to stand, claimed to be the oldest state building.
A dialogical excerpt highlights Buggs’ disruptive fits at home and a wife who wields quiet authority amid his storms. The piece centers on domestic tension and the claimed balance of power within the house.
Murine Eyre Remedy marketed for red weak watery eyes and granulated eyelids. Compounded by ocularists with patents in practice for years. Sold by druggists at 25c and 50c per bottle with aseptic tubes 25c and 60c. Marine Eye Remedy Co Chicago. A C Benson quote about discipline closes the item.
A vintage advertisement touts Allen's Foot Ease antiseptic powder with over five million free samples yearly. It claims rising sales prove the product’s merit and offers free samples via Allen & Olmsted of Le Roy New York.
Howell notes Powell has filed for bankruptcy again. Powell acknowledges repeated failure as the underlying issue.
An bill of tonics and salves promotes Cole's Carbon salve as quick relief for burning and skin diseases with claims of curing without scars and instant pain relief. Garfield Tea is advertised for liver kidney troubles and constipation. The ad urges free samples from J W Cole Co and ends with a proverb and lifestyle tips about smiling at others.
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