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Newspaper
Marshall Herald
Location
Marshall, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Oct 27, 1909
Page
6
A fearful young wife, advised by her husband to strike below the belt, uses his lesson when approached from behind. She swings and knocks him to the ground, then flees in fright. She spends the evening weeping and pondering his pale reaction.
Boston theatrical manager John Stetson recalls attempting to hire a popular prima donna, only to learn she had signed with Mardi Gras in New Orleans. He quips the singer joined a fake Grau opera company run by a “Marty” Grau kin, noting Grau’s large extended family.
Fragmentary prose and dialog describe a quarrelsome couple in a stylish New York apartment. Mrs Blank plans a monthlong country visit to rest from alleged abuse while Mr Blank feigns disinterest, hiding inner relief as he prepares for the trip.
A Lincoln anecdote shows him comparing himself to a poor boy who longs for a gingerbread bite. He notes his own limited charm and the loneliness of being left out, humorously linking it to his view on courting and feeling that others have more success.
The passage defines tact as thinking of others and acting with consideration, not self centered behavior. It emphasizes acting in concert with others, calling real tact unselfishness in action that earns trust and wins hearts.
A New York politician recounts a Philly boxing club trip where a Jersey City gambler and pickpocket attempted to spur bets. He boasted the fighter would win and offered a gold watch as the wager, challenging the politician to inspect the best watch on the train.
An old lady praising Charles Lamb provokes his blunt reply I speak because I know him well. He also attends a crowded party where children disrupt the gathering and he proposes the toast of the m maligned good King Herod at supper toasts.
A fond father recalls summer play when two boys sell circus lemonade in the garden. The siblings offer pink lemonade for two cents and a penny drink wins praise as the better value. The scene ends with a playful family moment and shared jokes.
A portrait of Senator Matt Carpenter of Wisconsin delivering a pivotal speech against eliminating consular courts in China. He faced an organic disease, tracked his daily state, and died two days after delivering the address, having completed his duty to his country.
Louis Boon of Norway Michigan reports Foley's Honey and Tar cured his son of a severe cough and a neighbor's boy near death from a cold after doctors had given up. He notes no other remedy worked.
Lexing ton Kentucky speaker John R Charlesworth lectures in Clarksville on November 11 and 12 under the Clarksville Materialist Association. The first talk covers The New Philosophy and the Old Religion and Dr Eliot's future religion. the second discusses Life Death and Immortality and the soul with history, religion and philosophy. Ministers invited and seats reserved by the secretary. Lodging offered for distant attendees.
A wagon driven by seventeen year old Earl Garvey was struck by a switch engine near the Artery crossing. The wagon was demolished, one horse killed, the other bruised, and Garvey suffered both legs broken but no other injuries. The driver escaped serious harm and is expected to recover.
Advertises Foley's Honey and Tar as a fast remedy for colds and stomach throat and lung relief. Claims genuine product contains no harmful drugs and available at all druggists.
A man in Paris lived 28 years confined to his own premises never stepping outside despite living nearby. He avoided the courthouse route even after his wife’s death preferring to keep to his dooryard. The reason for this unusual hobby remains unknown to observers.
A fragmented 19th century letter from Mn FG Fritz Onéonta N.V. mentions Foley’s Orino Laxative with claims of pleasant taste and effectiveness. The text is garbled but emphasizes health benefits and consumer satisfaction.
The Geological Survey announces a bulletin available for seven cents detailing water quality and suitability for industrial, municipal, and domestic use. It covers mineral content, sanitary conditions, sampling from ninety counties, and treatment of inferior waters. It describes water formations, provides a distribution map, and discusses boiler water treatment and medicinal springs in Illinois.
An essay on farm accounting urges farmers to keep simple income and outgo ledgers and to balance the year. It stresses computing results per head per acre or per bushel, and to analyze costs and gains to extract key economic truths.
After Shaving use Dr Bell's Antiseptic Salve. It prevents the face from sore and destroys germs to ward off disease. 25c. Sold everywhere.
In Clark County Illinois in the November term 1909 Julia Rader sues Ellis Rader in chancery divorce. An affidavit of non residence for Ellis Rader prompted a summons returnable November 8. If the defendant fails to appear a decree may be entered against him. Daniel Emerson, Clerk. Marshall Illinois September 28 1909. Arthur Poorman, Commissioner.
An old newspaper ad touts Miona as a stomach disease prescription by a noted physician. It features a testimonial from F M Bryant of Newman Gasé claiming 142 years of heartburn relief after using a 50 cent box. The ad promises quick digestion aid and requests a free test sample from Booths Mitona in Buffalo New York.
Quincy Illinois based Gem City Business College offers a free 68 page illustrated catalogue. It features school views groups and student portraits, testimonials, penmanship samples, graduating class and a list of 1400 attendees. Includes tuition rates board and books to prepare for stenography or bookkeeping careers.
Advertisement for Givier's Commercial College Paris promotes low tuition and extensive courses. It claims no graduates left out of positions and notes the nineteenth year opens on September 1 with admission any time. W. H. Givier provides information.
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