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Newspaper
Marshall Statesman
Location
Marshall, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Oct 29, 1897
Page
7
An old tale recalls a giant at a parade steping to the pace and lifting a fence piece with a hair comb motion while townsfolk watched. The anecdote praises the spectacle and the giant’s strength amid local show arrangements and owner cooperation.
The article warns that early rheumatism pains grow worse with cold weather and that blood remedies like Swift's Specific are the only cure. Capt. C. E. Hughes of Columbia SC endorses ignoring initial pains but noting their worsening and persistence.
An exhibit features Japanese war imagery and crafts celebrating victories in porcelain, metalwork, lacquer, and clothing. Toy legions, toothpick bands, and poems dramatize scenes such as Port Arthur and Song-Hwan with vivid, patriotic depictions. A notable segment recalls bugler Shirokami Genjira’s fatal charge.
The article argues China may shift from traditional to Western medicine, noting long standing superstitions and crude practices. It suggests reform could be slow but growing, with official approval of foreign medicine and possible government drive. It proposes sending young Chinese to European medical schools.
A gray bearded Quaker quietly exposes a smooth talking swindler on Broadway near the Astor House. The swindler pretended familiarity, but the Quaker’s calm wit reversed the interaction, hinting that the con man risks exposure in prison garb at Blackwell’s Island.
The article reports concerns about cheese production and adulteration. It cites public analysts in Sheffield noting zinc sulfate used to prevent cracking, while a sample of Camillan cheese showed metallic lead. The piece discusses potential health risks and calls for scrutiny of cheese preparations.
A promotional note praises Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin for constipation. The product is said to have a phenomenal sale with druggists endorsing its merits and popularity. Available in 6¢ trial size and 50¢ and 81 sizes from Hindenach & Maat.
A historic advertisement for Brown's Cure claiming to treat stomach liver and kidney diseases, offering toning nervine benefits, improved appetite and sleep, and brighter appearance for women. It promotes household use, ease of illness, and lowers doctor bills with a 74 cent bottle.
The Vienna paper reports the Kapartal Household of Auditia undergoing reform under the Paden warite era. Widespread changes include ending allowances of wood wine and venison, fixed candle provisions, return of worn uniforms to superintendents, halving wine consumption, ending servant prey on leftovers, and outsourcing banquet leftovers to a contractor. The Hapsburg court plans stricter domestic economy.
The St James Gazette notes Ireland lags as a tourist destination due to hotel and railway shortcomings. However recent tours suggest improvements in food, railway service, and hotel management may attract holiday visitors, with Ireland rivaling Scotland and Wales for tourism.
Advert says Electric Bitters relieves female complaints and boosts strength and tone. Promises cure for loss of appetite, constipation, headaches, fainting, nervousness, sleeplessness, melancholy, and dizziness. Health and strength guaranteed. Priced at fifty cents to one dollar at A. O. Hyde's drug store.
Notice of a probate sale in Marshall City at the city hall on October sixth. The petition by Joanne Van Vechtlan and three Freine P. Waren seeks court action to confirm the sale of lands and property of Petatlle en, with the estate to be divided under law.
A legal foreclosure notice describes the Granite State Provident Association mortgage on land in Calhoun County Michigan. It lists due principal and interest, fees, and the planned public sale at the Marshall courthouse on November 10, 1697 to satisfy the debt. Also includes guardianship notices for minors and estate actions in Calhoun County Probate Court.
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