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Newspaper
Marshall Herald
Location
Marshall, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 1915
Page
8
A rural woes poem recounts rising fuel costs forcing cutbacks in groceries clothing and charity while demanding gasoline payments. The piece laments vanished comforts and cites a remedy ad for Foley Kidney Pills at City Drug Store.
Lady Egilantine, a two year old white leghorn and world champion hen, laid 314 eggs in 365 days. She was moved from Philadelphia to New York City last week, occupying a drawing room on a Pennsylvania train and guarded by six men. Raised on scientific principles she traveled in style.
Beedy Missouri resident praises Honey and Tar Compound for his family of four children. He reports it effectively treats coughs and croup with no side effects. A local drugstore stock is noted. Justice Aughen contemplates a case with potential public interest.
The piece criticizes the administrations embargo on naval and military information, arguing officers should freely inform the public about warfare, force readiness, and policy. It defends the army and navy from accusations of militarism and political meddling, urging Congress and the executive to trust professionals and end the secrecy barrier.
John Brandenstein, a Marshall baker, reports long standing back and loins pain eased by Dean's Kidney Pills after kidney issues persisted post football injury. He claims one box removed pain and prevented recurrence. Price 50 cents at dealers. Foster Milburn Co., Buffalo, N Y. The piece ends with a stray remark about Europe and newspapers.
An old advertisement touts Texas Wonder as a cure for kidney and bladder troubles, diabetes, rheumatism, and other ailments with a mail order option for $1.00. It claims two months of treatment per bottle and promises testimonials. Also promotes a five cent offer for Foley remedies and a trial package.
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