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Newspaper
Marshfield Times
Location
Marshfield, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Feb 10, 1888
Page
3
An extended, chaotic narrative fragment blends visions of crime, moral decay, political reform, and personal memory. It references Mand Bortrjn, Maud Gurtram, civil service reform, and a shifting cast of unnamed figures amid a city’s confusion, tragedy, and political discourse. The text intertwines dramatic imagining with scattered public notices and policy hints.
The document outlines promotion regulations for custom houses and the Post Office Department including transfers between offices, open competitive examinations, and eligible positions such as postmaster carrier and clerk. It notes age limits, minimums, and the authority of the commission and postmaster to determine promotions, with references to the president and commission actions.
A chaotic narrative recalls rugged winter dangers in the Alps and Rockies with references to ice slopes, snow slides, and avalanches endangering travelers and settlers. The piece weaves observations on snow behavior, communication hazards, and the political climate amid Irish and British tensions, concluding with copper mint production figures for January.
A reform bill on meat export inspection advances from the foreign relations committee authorizing the secretary of the treasury to supervise 20 commodity inspections of salted pork and bacon for export. It prohibits cleaver use on unwholesome meat aboard vessels, allows export after sixty days if properly cured, and imposes penalties for adulteration. The president may block imports by proclamation if any foreign article is adulterated or misrepresented. The text also details quarantines for diseased cattle and swine and outlines related treasury duties.
Fragmentary ad copy touts a “sure and positive cure” for nervous debility claiming powerful restorative effects. It describes dramatic symptoms, then promises a vegetal remedy by “Dr Creon’s Sure Nerv Tonite,” with theatrical testimonials and a ceremonial delivery scene in a public venue.
A detailed 19th century description of a New York women’s barber shop where female attendants perform hair straightening, cleansing, and decorative services. The piece notes practices to prevent damage, the use of hot irons, scalp care, hair restorers, and the attire and demeanor of workers.
A jumbled ad style column touts cures for piles corns and various ailments. Claims rapid relief with tonics, salves, and dietary tips. Mentions readers sending money for the full recipe and medical advice, with garbled references to remedies and a dramatic claim of universal effectiveness.
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