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Newspaper
Marshall Herald
Location
Marshall, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1912
Page
7
Farmers are urged to improve livestock breeding, especially horses, by avoiding indiscriminate cross breeding. A well bred horse commands better market value and reliability for farm work, while mixed breeds lower overall standards and profits. Emphasis on developing a consistent type for a stronger future market.
A historical note explains tailors use open sided thimbles for bulky fabrics. Mothers and sisters use toped thimbles, but tailors press the needle against the side to gain pressure on heavy material.
An unreadable OCR fragment references Canute the Acorn club in Philadelphia. A young lady praises the wit of the late Bishop Mackay Smith and recalls Broad Street sta. The text is fragmentary and ambiguous with several garbled terms.
An old account describes a South American tribe’s war trophy practice. Vanquished chiefs’ heads are removed, desiccated, and reduced to billiard-ball size over about a year while preserving hair and facial features. The head is hung by a string, ears and lips sewn, and displayed in the chief’s hut for three years of feasts before disposal.
A San Francisco jury of 12 women ruled for the defendant in a suit over ill fitting men’s clothes. The piece notes the irony of women judging fashion disputes and recalls prior jokes about women and dressmakers in the city.
A list of etiquette for handling books says never drop or crease pages, avoid turning leaves with the thumb, keep hands clean and dry, place large volumes on a table before opening, pull from the back, and avoid bulky objects between leaves.
A discussion notes that clothing and grooming affect a man’s bearing and performance. It argues neglect of dress reduces perceived competence and success, contrasting affordable options with costly tailor-made attire.
Mrs Crane and Mrs Chase recall Mrs Gregg at social events, noting her genuine warmth and refreshing remarks. Her kindness leaves a lasting impression, from field of daisies memories to a simple, sincere good afternoon.
A report notes the German emperor received a rare East Indies bird pair nearly extinct. The birds travel together, with a male that breaks bark for insects and a female that extracts prey, sharing food until both are fed. The piece warns hunting bans are needed to prevent total extinction.
The speaker says his nephew entertained him in New York, taking him to various restaurants where he heard lively songs. He does not recall exact titles but recalls a refrain about everyone being engaged in a similar occupation at present.
A suggestion emerges to erect a statue for a prominent company figure as a commemorative gesture. The proposal centers on recognizing leadership and contributions within the firm and community.
An ad asserts fatigue, weak digestion, and thin blood signal need for Ayer’s Sarsaparilla a strong tonic free of alcohol. It claims doctors endorse the statements and urges readers to consult their physician. It also touts Ayer’s Pills as a mild, all vegetable liver remedy. Trial marriages are mentioned briefly as a wry aside.
Local reader J. B. DeWitt of Paris Illinois describes two kidney trouble episodes cured by Doan's Kidney Pills. He recalls an acute attack two years prior and subsequent relapse, noting three boxes eliminated backache and irregular secretions. Foster Milburn Co. Buffalo NY lists 50 cents a box as the sole US agents.
A dental and general health advertisement claims to cure weakness, nerves, memory loss, and energy deficits without painful injections. It lists stricture kidney bladder issues and various debilities with promises of immediate, lasting results and painless treatment by Dr. Mullins, who has treated thousands.
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