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Newspaper
Lamar Register
Location
Lamar, Colorado, United States of America
Date
Dec 31, 1902
Page
8
A dinner in honor of Mrs. Robert Louis Stevenson featured bird's nest soup in four courses, and a platter of unusual dishes such as dried eels in broth, multiple shark preparations, lotus with duck and watermelon, dried mushrooms, turtles, preserved eggs, abalone meat, sea duck parts, and almond gruel.
A reflective note warns that opportunities slip away due to listlessness and impatience. It argues many fail to seize chances because they are slow to act, too cautious, or distracted, and those left behind may regret not pursuing paths that could have elevated them.
An account recalls Daniel Webster's anxious night travel from Baltimore to Washington before railways, with a grim driver and a tense ride through dark woods. Webster sought calm while the driver mistook him for a highwayman, then quickly offered friendship.
A Chicago Inter Ocean interview contrasts local bachelors with New York men noting Chicago bachelors run their own homes with servants, clubs and fads driving higher expenses. The piece observes Chicago men may spend more to maintain a household, versus New York’s apartment living and cafes.
Sir Benjamin Baker recounts an interview with a wealthy Nile land owner who warned that a Nile reservoir would not be feasible, claiming it would have been done thousands of years ago. He notes the Assouan Dam proves ancient forethought inadequate and modern enterprise succeeded.
The Chicago Record Herald notes listening as a rare and charming gift in women and cites Cleopatra and Josephine as examples. It argues Cleopatra’s listening drew Antony, Josephine rose with listening until she began to talk, and Napoleon’s favor waned. A plain girl who listens well can win honors in a beauty contest more often than not.
A French scientist visiting St Pierre in Martinique notes that stone masonry largely remains intact while iron work and other metals were destroyed by Mt. Pelee eruptions. He observes black powder remnants and suggests rapid chemical action formed oxides and related products.
A lawyer acquainted with a juror in a petty civil case met him during the court session while the lawyer contemplated offering a cigar. He hesitated, fearing appearances, and the juror, equally wary, said a good one would not affect verdict but a poor one might prejudice him. He then received a good cigar.
The wild critter of the hills has roamed Hudson’s lake biting a dog owned by Orson Bennett. A local youth reported the animal, seen at J. T. Hadson’s door, devoured two pans of feed, then fled with a yowl. The beast, later identified as a stray calf, prompted warnings to keep youths indoors at night.
A wedded authoress tells John the publisher seeks a sensational move to boost sales, suggesting divorce proceedings. He replies he cannot afford it but is willing to consider separation as an option in this Atlanta Constitution snippet.
A classified line notes bargains in farm lands available through O B Thoman. It lists Dr A W Seabury, physician and surgeon, with offices on the second floor of the Irwin building on East Main street.
A group of San Francisco businessmen paid 112,500 in coin and stock on August 30 1901 for a treatment claimed to cure Brights Disease and Diabetes. Investigations began November 15 1900 with 87 percent of about three dozen test cases improving. Details and clinical reports were published and mailed free on request from Joan J Fauron company 420 Montgomery St San Francisco Cal.
Acker's Dyspepsia Tablets cure dyspepsia and indigestion related discomfort. Endorsed by physicians and sold by druggists with a 25 cent trial offer. Write W. H. Hooker & Co. Buffalo for details. Available locally via I. H. Myers, Lamar druggist.
A historical advertisement claims Chamberlain's Pain Balm is better than a plaster for lame backs and side or chest pains. It touts relief of deep seated muscular and rheumatic pains and states it is for sale by all druggists.
Claiming to digest all foods and strengthen stomach and digestive organs Kodol Dyspepsia Cure pledges to cure dyspepsia indigestion stomach troubles and improve blood health It features endorsements from Gov G W Atkinson and others and notes availability from all druggists with every box warranted
The ad proclaims Acker's English Remedy as the king of cough cures for consumption pneumonia and lung troubles with a claimed one day cure for coughs and colds. It offers a 25 cent price and a money back guarantee. Distribution by W.H. Hooker & Co. and sales at I.H. Myers druggist in Lamar.
Notice is given that Lewis J. Bradshaw has filed for final proof to support his claim. The proof will be presented before the Register or Receiver in Lamar Colorado on Wednesday February 18 1903. Witnesses include F Ralston and W Rowe and others from Lamar Colorado.
Notice is given that Oscar T. Mann has intention to make final proof in support of his claim before the Register and Receiver at Lamar Colorado on February 5 1903 at 6 PM. The land involved is in section 2 township 22 5 range 48 W. with usual exceptions. J L Cook L P Mapes J P O Donnell and J C Horn all of Lamar Colo witness list included.
The board of county commissioners of Prowers County Colorado invites sealed proposals to supply stationery and record books for 1905. Bids cover plain and high grade ledgers, binding, canvases, and a full range of office supplies with prices for standard sizes, paper grades, and envelopes. Proposals due by January 6, 1905, to County Clerk John F. Curry in Lamar.
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