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Newspaper
Marble Hill Press
Location
Marble Hill, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Feb 22, 1917
Page
6
A vintage ad touts California Syrup of Figs as the ideal laxative for children and even adults. It promises gentle cleansing of the stomach liver and bowels, relief from fussiness feverishness and foul breath, and claims a teaspoonful can fix a coated tongue and constipation. The ad urges mothers to keep a bottle handy and notes directions are printed on the bottle.
An old advertisement notes a sale item labeled La Creole Mayo Dressing priced at $1.00. The brief line rail hints at a waterway display and references Urice.
A fragment describes butterfly collecting as a decorative hobby with emphasis on exotic species and fancy wares. It mentions mixed terms and names, noting collectors and magazines, with emphasis on decorative purposes and world reach.
It takes about ten minutes to prove that a hot bath with Cuticura Soap followed by gentle applications of Cuticura Ointment will afford relief and speedy healment of eczemias itchings and irritations. They are ideal for all toilet purposes. Free sample by mail with Book. Address postcard Cutburn Dept L Boston. Sald everywhere.
In a curious display the inventor showed a clock driven phonograph that recited a patient register as twelve o'clock neared. The scene featured a pilot line and a mechanical record carrying tients liskves iquarters. Dr W M Pierce offered remedies for backache lumbago rheumatism in a trial package from Bubabs N Y.
From the Peach front comes the time of a night marked by secrecy when others caught theft amid the offense of sinking envelopes. Observers reported a glow like a glow worm, while closer study suggested the light came from phosphorescent insects. Entomologists tentatively identify the source as identical to a small, pale centipede-like organism.
An old label promotes Groves Tasteless Chill Tonic as a quinine and iron tonic. It claims quinine drives out malaria while iron builds up the system and urges readers to pay a small price.
A playful domestic exchange settles a shoe purchase with a hint of humor. The husband offers a serviceable pale pair for seven dollars, while the wife protests. The wife is told to mirror Mrs Jilway and follow the price for boots at fifteen dollars.
In a rural exchange, Mrs. Outcake asks if the rodent larned anything about boardin' school. Mrs. Hayrix affirms that the girl learned to appreciate the kind of meals she earns at home, underscoring a domestic lesson learned during boarding.
Reports from Havana say US warships head to four Cuban ports including Havana and Santiago as a relief effort to Menocal government. Rebel forces clash near Havana. conservatives arrested in Santiago. veterans urge support while US nonintervention notes bolster the administration.
Capt Nason of the Fort Brake reports four German submarines sighted near Guantanamo harbor as tensions rise. He says Guantanamo Bay is closed by antisubmarine measures and entry requires approval from the battleship Montena, with most other warships scattered after the break.
London reports indicate BC voters backed prohibition by a 6000 lead on Sept 18, while 2750 soldiers have cast ballots. Counting shows about 2000 votes tallied with soldiers voting wet by roughly eight to one.
Paris reports that Washington has issued a directive for all American citizens to depart Austria at the earliest possible moment amid growing wartime tensions. The advisory underscores the urgency of evacuation and suggests contingency plans for families and travelers abroad.
In New York a member of Max Merz's audience shouted an expletive and rushed out. A riot followed but after intense scenes the speech was resumed.
Blind 86 year old former Police Inspector Henry Steers weighed 300 pounds and nearly choked to death while returning through his burning house to rescue his bravery medals.
A Feb 13 notice from Britain warns a prescribed North Sea area, including waters off Germany and parts of Holland and Denmark, will be dangerous after Feb 17 due to German mines and submarines. The alert urges avoidance to protect shipping and crews. In Washington, lawmakers debate U.S. duty in Europe with Mann urging caution and emphasis on keeping the Americas stable before any possible entry.
Stockholm reports the government enacting strict rationing, expropriating barley flour oats and wheat products, banning potato fodder and peeling, and taking all stocks of wheat and ice. Bread rationing may cut daily allowance by about 50 grams, with corn meal and corn excluded from decrees.
El Paso Texas Francisco Villa bandit leader calls a convention of his chiefs to be held at San Andres to form a civil government and select officials according to the report.
A severe measles outbreak grips San Juan Puerto Rico with 1700 reported cases and multiple deaths. Public health officials urge precautions as medical facilities report rising case counts and strain on services.
Capt. William Miller of the Clan line steamer Clan Robertson sails from Baltimore to New York to load a general cargo for England as Germany offers a reward of about $20,000 for his capture.
In Topeka Sidney Zinn aged 21 newspaper man was shot and killed by Clyde Brown a newspaper mailing clerk. Brown returned home and found Zinn with his wife.
Washington reports the federal reserve board mobilizes finances to meet any near term contingency. About 400 million in cash is on hand at depots with reserve agents in districts and an additional 400 million in reserves at Washington for use where needed.
Dundeeport Conn Simon Lake inventor of the Evew keel sb marine and Lake Torpedo Boat Co has been granted a patent for a torpedo device that lets submarines warn enemy ships before sinking them without compromising the boat safety. Lake says the device will enable undersea craft to meet international law of visit and search while preserving its deadliness.
The national council orders six hundred thousand Boy Scouts nationwide to ready for nonmilitary service in the event of war. This mobilization directive emphasizes civilian defense roles and preparedness across councils and local groups.
Paris government decree increases the Bank of France maximum note issue from 3.5 billion dollars set May 16, 1916 to 4.2 billion dollars. The move expands the central bank’s capacity to finance wartime needs.
Danville resident Charles Big John Murphy was executed for the murder of Louis and George Roma during a bunk car robbery attempt in Hillery New Jersey on October 9 1915. The case drew local attention as authorities executed the sentence after court proceedings.
El Paso reports six hundred cowboys crossed into Mexico pursuing Mexican attackers who killed Americans. Villistas defend Guadalupe and Juarez areas as Gen Pershing’s border stance draws cautious replies while opportunistic expeditions form among ranchers and vigilante groups.
In Columbus New Mexico observers report a Carrants cavalry unit from Bonarawan south of Lang's Ranch raided recently. Officers say the force moved westward from Ofitos about 30 miles southeast of Columbus, with views from J C Waterman at Machita confirming the engagement near Sa'atar.
The senate approved the conference report on the administration educational bill. It directs a plan for national education in agriculture trades and industries to be administered and sent to President Wilson for approval.
In Portate district a strike of 1,000 bituminous coal miners erupted after workers protested pay based on actual tons handled rather than the standard coal weight. The action reflects tensions over wage calculations amid the district’s large mining operations.
Washington reports that Ambassador Page obtained affidavits from officers of the American schooner Lyman M Law recently sunk in the Mediterranean. Survivors allege the submarine was German, asserting its nationality and wartime origin amid the naval incidents under review.
In Larned Kansas Mrs J Hf Bot seau wife of a wealthy stock buyer was found murdered in her home with severe head injuries and bruising. Her husband is jailed as police investigate the crime.
Announcement states Cunard Line let Seattle Construction and Dry Dock Co. the contract for six freighter ships at a figure in excess of 6,000,000 dollars. Seattle, Washington based firm to build the vessels for the Cunard Line, reflecting a major wartime era expansion in merchant tonnage.
Berlin local government decrees that houses heated from a central plant must not exceed 69 degrees Fahrenheit due to coal shortages. The rule targets dwellings in the city, aiming to conserve energy during the crisis.
Fragmentary OCR reads about petition concerns and a group of agreement makers involved in a dispute. It mentions Kerghan and a vote or return action among neighbors, but details and context are missing.
A tinteontrhyrdreeder tric plant has been prauponed for erection at Ni ecor Falls amid delays. The readable fragments indicate plans for a local facility, with uncertainties about timelines and site details.
The fragment hints at a curious line about Cupid and a man who makes game. It presents a poetic, historical tone without clear events or proper names to anchor a full summary.
A girl’s marriage leads to diminished interest in Carl Papers and Jote Aleries, with reduced attention to these items after wedlock.
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