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Newspaper
Marshfield Times
Location
Marshfield, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1896
Page
12
Church historians place the formal start of Christmas celebration with Pope Telesphorus who died in 138. The note recalls early church practices and the linking of Christmas to papal authority in ancient Christian history.
A letter from a woman in Massachusetts praises Lydia E. Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound as a rapid cure for painful menstruation and other female ailments. The writer notes many seek discreet advice from Mrs Pinkham and shares a testimonial from Mrs. Crores Ninaknoss of New York about relief after reading the pamphlet and trying the remedy.
A Christmas Day scene unfolds as Mr Busybee fumbles with a sacque gift and tears up, while his wife questions the humor of his mood and the chilly church etiquette. The couple contends with frozen weather, vain vanity, and social awkwardness amid a holiday crowd.
A Nyack man sued over accusations of affections and revealed in court a set of love letters to a married woman. The letters include intimate lines and a sheet of kisses, with crude phrases about sending kisses and moistening spots, described by the Columbus Dispatch.
A fragment discusses Christmas anniversaries and a long span of 1900 years. It notes a remarkable shift in human ideals, claimed by some as beneficial for mankind, even among nonbelievers. The piece hints at influence of belief in divine origins on moral progress.
The text argues that humanity has risen from self centeredness to universal goodwill. Christ’s influence broadens, revered by many faiths, including Buddhists and some Japanese, who are urged to temper wars. It acknowledges remaining conflicts but claims the world is now largely at peace due to Christian teachings.
A dialogue contrasts luck and effort with figures like Isaac Newton as examples. Mr Dollive argues fortune favors the prepared, while his wife and others suggest merit depends on circumstance. The exchange pivots on whether success stems from hard work or mere chance and explores the role of opportunity.
An old advertorial argues catarrh is a constitutional ailment caused by impure blood. Hood's Sarsaparilla is promoted as the true blood purifier that cleanses the bloodstream, boosts appetite and stomach tone, and permanently erases catarrh by removing its causes. Testimonials are cited to prove cures.
The article notes two standout Christmas dishes in Spain. One is a milk boiled almond paste strained through a glove, served as a sweet. The other, besuga, features a large goldfish roasted with lemon, garlic, and herbs, reflecting regional culinary customs.
An old carol praising Father Christmas is cited along with a stark note about a New York rider named Hale who covered 1000 miles on a Diavole in 66 hours 21 minutes 27 seconds. The fragment hints at a historical travel feat and festive lyric.
A jumbled 19th century notice mix reports on fake remedies and sensational claims. It mentions malaria cures, dyspepsia treatments, and a dollop of local scandal including a 93 year old man missing in Rockford and a shooting at McCormick, BC.
Coughing is warned of leading to consumption with Kemp's Balsam claimed to stop coughing immediately. Available from druggists in large bottles for 50 cents or 1.00. Also noted is President’s appointment of Frank Dyer Chester of Massachusetts as consul to Budapest, Hungary.
An old apothecary style note touts Lane's Family Medicine claiming daily bowel movement benefits for health. It asserts gentle action on liver and kidneys, cures sick headache, and lists price of 24 and due.
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