24 Jan 1919
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Newspaper
Le Grand Reporter
Location
Le Grand, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 24, 1919
Page
1
Warning about infant illness and a laxative brand. It claims a coated tongue signals stomach and liver distress, promoting California Syrup of Fig s to quickly move out waste and restore a playful child. Mentions counterfeits, the genuine maker, and a salve for skin issues.
Weekly Health Talks profiles Dr. Pierce of Buffalo praising his remedies. It highlights Dr Pierce’s Pleasant Pellets made from Mayapple, alse leaves and jalap root, claimed to gently cleanse the bowels without harsh after effects. The piece urges constipation sufferers to ask their druggist for the pellets.
The narrative recounts mobilization of enormous artillery, rapid munitions supplies, and the first preparations for a major offensive. German forces advance to Dun-sur-Meuse, where the crown prince inspects pioneers and Red Cross nurses. Front-line fighting in the Argonne follows with brutal trench warfare, heavy casualties, and harrowing close encounters, including dum-dum bullets and hand-to-hand combat.
The chapter portrays daily casualties in the Argonne, draining soldier morale as killing becomes routine. Crown Prince and General von Mudra draw scorn from troops and officers alike, while Count von Haeseler and the Hohenzollern heir stay distant behind the lines.
Excerpt recounts a forced march to Apremont then Chatel, prisoners gathered there, families left at home, a wife recognizing her husband after five months apart. A young wife and three children await news as German lines block letters and shells fly. The scene ends with a grim note on life under fear and uncertainty, followed by a quote and moral reflection.
The article promotes Western Canada as a land opportunity with extensive acres owned by rail and land firms and private individuals. It urges potential settlers to inspect Manitoba Saskatchewan and Alberta, noting low travel costs and government assistance in locating land, prices, and settlement options. It outlines farming choices from improved farms to raw prairie and mixed farming, stressing exploration before commitment.
A reflection on public virtue praising patriotism that rises above personal interests, inspired from on high, prompting deeds of sacrifice, valor, and devotion, as exemplified by Clay.
Green's August Flower is advertised as a universal cure for stomach disorders and liver inactivity. The notice claims it eases headaches constipation sour stomach nervous indigestion and gas related heart palpitation, acting as a gentle laxative and liver stimulant. It urges trials and notes sale in civilized countries.
An ad style quip claims the speaker has few acquaintances but about 3 000 friends and asks where they are located. It credits Garfield Tea as a remedy for a disordered liver and promotes Herb Laxative sold by all druggists. A concluding line notes the tightwad has money at the finish but little else.
An advertisement touts Pape's Diapepsin as instant relief for indigestion gases and acidity. It claims quick results with no waiting and lists drugstore availability. A humorous private exchange about a son-in-law follows the pitch, contrasting duty with self interest.
An old advertisement touts Dr Kilmer's Swamp Root as a quick remedy for kidney and bladder disorders. It claims years of proven results, urges purchases at drug stores, and offers a sample bottle for ten cents with a mailed request to Dr Kilmer Co Binghamton New York.
A newly opened Wing company store in Shanghai’s principal thoroughfare is described as the second large modern Chinese department store in the city, marking a notable advancement in China’s retail landscape.
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