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Newspaper
Lexington Gazette
Location
Lexington, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 20, 1902
Page
4
The paragraph argues that all advertising has value but that news paper advertising yields the greatest benefit, highlighting the impact and ethics of media promotion. It frames advertising as a force for good with newspapers at its center.
The advertisement touts Dr King’s New Discovery for consumption and throat and lung diseases, claiming it cuts phlegm and mucus, enriches the blood, and heals inflamed throats. It notes trial bottles are free at B U Gorrell's Drug Store in Lexington, Virginia, with bottles priced at 60 and 1.00. It also mentions the Jesse James legacy hair owned by L L Hawes of Fort Worth Texas and a St Louis World’s Fair exhibit report.
A campaign memoir cites Electric Bitters as a remedy for overwork and nervous tension, claiming three bottles restored health. The ad, signed by B. H. Gorrell Druggist in Lexington Virginia, promotes cures for weak digestion and various ailments with a guaranteed price of 50 cents. Also advertised are Bucklen's Arnica Salve for skin diseases, Allen's Foot Ease for foot problems, and a note on a U S government fish hatchery project at Whit e Springs West Virginia. A Baltimore woman plans winter nuptials at age 79 to her late husband's brother, William Jackson.
Advertises Green's August Flower as the largest selling medicine in the civilized world. Claims to ease indigestion biliousness and general malaise without doctors. Promotes liquid form for quick assurance of health and lists BTI Gorrells and Green's Almanac as sources.
Ocean City New Jersey Cape May Sea Sale City Atlantic City Ocean City Maryland and Rehoboth Beach Delaware advertise low rate excursions on Thursdays June 19 July 17 31 August 14 28 and September 4 1902 Tickets valid sixteen days from sale date Complete ticket information includes stops train times sleeping and parlor car accommodations by Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Ticket Agent
The article describes channeling spring water to a reservoir and piping to stock and garden irrigation. It explains measuring flow to estimate usable water, showing how even small springs can yield significant daily volumes to sustain crops in low rainfall. It emphasizes cost saving by underground drainage methods and practical hardware like five gallon measures.
A discussion of steeple climbing as a dangerous trade with rigging at night, wind and sway at tall heights, and the craft of hoisting workers to the top. It notes the risks of hooks tearing loose bricks, soot accumulation, and the need for nerve, perseverance, and ingenuity in ascending skyward.
An advertisement touts Cuticura Ointment as a rapid, permanent cure for severe skin and scalp disorders in infants and children, followed by Cuticura Resolvent Pills for milder cases. It claims cleansing, hair preservation, soothing relief, and overall toilet use, with prices and international depots listed.
The National Review cites Colletta describing the Inzzarone as a person who lives without work, producing sons and daughters who die young yet remain numerous. Hospitals aid survivors while charges remain low, raising doubt that the luzzarone will ever become extinct.
A Cleveland lawyer recounts a rural Ohio county court argument where the plaintiff seeks damages from a railroad for a cow killed on the tracks. The countryside advocate delivers a pointed line claiming the train, bell, and whistle were not operated as they should have been, implying the cow’s death might have been prevented.
An electioneer in Mississippi loudly proclaimed that the office should seek the man, not the man the office. Days later he campaigned in old fashioned style and, when questioned, reaffirmed his stance with a wry addendum that the man should be around when the office is looking for him.
In a Chicago Tribune excerpt a bashful suitor, Mr Pashful, admits a fondness for Miss Birdie Vlypee. She responds encouragingly, nudging him to speak plainly about his sentiments.
A Letter from the Philadelphia Press notes distinctions between a shop girl and a saleslady, while comments on historical verses reference Samuel Rowlands and Mortimer Collins. The piece blends humor and literary allusions to old verbs and social roles.
A Kansas City Journal excerpt quotes a tireless maid contrasting life in a small family with three servants to a large millionaire estate. She notes better treatment in modest homes and explains why grand houses with many staff impose stricter rules and higher costs, affecting daily meals and freedoms.
The Indian tale explains Standing Rock’s name from a story of a Sioux buck who deserts his wife for a beautiful squaw. She weeps and step by step turns to stone where she sat, becoming a standing marker of faithlessness for her paramour.
A New York Press note quotes a hopeful author sending two songs and asking for a $0 commission per song and help in marketing. The writer claims lifelong experience and seeks publication and rate terms.
A commentary on stage craft and audience response suggests the hero should conclude with a fitting finale in harmony with spectators. A critic counterproposes a climactic heavenward sigh of relief to resolve the drama.
The text outlines Pegasus as Apollo’s winged horse born near ocean sources and Bellerophon’s ride against the Chimera. Sleipnir, Odin’s eight legged horse, could travel sea and land. Al Barak, Gabriel’s chosen steed to heaven, bears a human face and eagle wings. Thessalian legend cites Neptune creating the first horse by striking rock with a trident.
A line from the Atchison Globe notes people sometimes claim willpower alone sustains them when they stay awake. The remark reflects a common attitude toward effort and fatigue.
A Pullman related investigation surfaces as trains arrive at Lexington. Officials from Cifibon Rone or Clneiniatl, Loulaville and Sn. are coordinating transport security measures and reviewing recent heist or cam activity. Local authorities urge vigilance.
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