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Newspaper
Mansfield Mirror
Location
Mansfield, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1918
Page
3
An advertisement promotes daily hot water with lime stone phosphate as internal sanitation. It claims drinking a glass each morning cleanses the bowels, removes poisons, and prevents illness. It urges people with tired digestion, bad breath, or rheumatic pain to begin the regimen.
An old health advisory attributes backache and kidney discomfort to heavy meat intake and uric acid. It recommends four ounces of Jad Salts daily in water, taken before breakfast, to stimulate sluggish kidneys and neutralize urinary acids, claiming it cleanses the system and ends bladder weakness.
A welcome letter dated August fourteenth arrived today. It notes acknowledgement of arrival and requests any further instructions for the recipient.
An old herbal remedy Wyeth’s Sage and Sulphur Compound is advertised to darken gray hair quickly. The notice claims millions use the product annually and promises natural, even darkening with no visible application. It frames gray hair as unattractive and suggests rapid, noticeable results.
An advertisement touts Ely's Cream Basin and Ely's Dream Balm as quick relief for head colds and catarrh. It promises open nostrils, clear head, and relief from hawking and headache by applying the antiseptic cream inside the nostrils.
A fragmentary wartime letter describes France’s old stone towns, crosses, and religious statuary. notes on sleep, travel, and homes. mentions Metz’s contested capture, limited food like milk cheese and wine, and the writer’s aim to keep family updated. He references Vernon, Chester Hire, Camp Dodge, and APO 75 France, plus a tale of a jeweled compass and a fixed watch.
A Leavenworth Indiana woman Hattie Curts recounts severe weakness before her first birth. After four months of Cardui she regained health, gained weight from 109 to 167 pounds, and felt stronger. The testimonial promotes Cardui as helpful for female ailments.
A fragmentary item shows a speaker pressured by internal rules about what not to write. The oblique text hints at self-censorship and recurring preoccupations with boundaries, both physical and ethical, in a diary-like or reflective note.
An old advertisement warns against calomel’s dangers and salivation. It promotes Dodson's Liver Tone as a safe vegetable remedy to cleanse the liver without causing sickness or stomach upset. The ad emphasizes its gentleness for adults and children and claims it starts the liver without side effects.
A fragment notes how army life shapes a soldier’s stance, promising steadiness for the writer and their group. It emphasizes fearlessness and mutual support among comrades, suggesting military experience steadies resolve.
Clifford M Seal writes from a military posting to his family describing recent moves health and weather. He mentions Silas returning home, Hag at town service, Blanche Moore's letter about the flag, and church support. He asks about home morale, prays for protection, notes letters from friends, and hopes to send money soon.
A brief message expresses anticipation of a good time at the fair but notes many boys attended and no update from Rob ert yet. The writer says they would like to run.
An advertisement touts DeLacy's French Hair Tonic as a safe effective prep that restores gray and streaked hair, prevents dandruff and hair loss, and keeps you looking young. Available for 1.00 at drugstores or directly from DeLacy Chemical Co. St. Louis.
In a personal note the writer laments long separations and mentions an allotment ending July 1. They expect no further government support until a first opportunity arises. The tone hints at family distance and reliance on correspondence for company.
A vintage health ad warns against ignoring backache or urinary irregularities as early signs of kidney disease. It touts Doan's Kidney Pills, endorsed by Mrs. Eli Wilson of Mountain Grove Missouri, claiming relief after using one box. The Foster Milburn ad copy promotes the product with a testimonial and dealer availability.
Clifford M. Seal writes from Holqrs Co to a friend, recalling baptisms at Shiloh and a flag dedication. He asks about Harry’s examination, mentions Stella and Ray’s war risk, and reflects on travels across the Dakotas and Kiowa region. He urges continued schooling, frugal living, and frequent letters home, signing as Cliford M. Seal.
Pvt. Martin Coday writes from Belgium on furlough and awaits ship home. He notes improving conditions, casualties among friends, and the looming end of war as German forces weaken. He praises Belgium over France, mentions enemy air patrols at night, and asks his parents to remain hopeful and ready for further service if needed.
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