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Newspaper
Marshfield Times
Location
Marshfield, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Oct 14, 1898
Page
15
The text lists Jacobs Oil cures for rheumatism neuralgia and sprains with various coded product names and dosages. It also notes Governor Pingree will present Michigan central mileage fare case to the United States Supreme Court.
A fragmented ad style snippet touts GRAIN O as a coffee substitute made from grain, marketed for both children and adults with claims of no stomach distress, priced at 25 cents per package and sold by grocers. Other clipped items note endorsements and varied notices including political and medical snippets.
A crowded, fragmented excerpt features old maxims, adages, and moral sayings. It quotes phrases about fortune, justice, and virtue, contrasting hopeful outcomes with warnings that many who uttered them did not seek bread. The piece references St. Jacobs Oil and a sentiment of eventual reward for the good.
The notice urges immediate attention to ovarian trouble and cites Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound as a proven aid. It shares a testimonial from Mans. Cannie F. Twespen of Indiana who recovered after using the product, claiming life saved and significant relief from congestion and menstrual issues.
The San Francisco Evening Post reports Lilian Langtry will move from London to California to establish permanent residence, likely at a grand Lake County ranch. Her attorneys corroborate, noting the Jersey Lily plans to reside in the state.
The text outlines Pleasant County youth Beckwith as a left fielder who joined a pro team this year, with his mother securing his discharge as a soldier and current work in a St. Joseph railroad office. his wife and child live with his parents in Mount Pleasant while a divorce is discussed, but Lincolns deny it. It then shifts to commentary on the Empress of Austria assassination, praising Elizabeth and arguing that mobs fueled by nationality stirred amid a crime not limited to Italians, noting ancient chivalric pity and humanitarian sentiment.
A historical reflection argues anarchism is old beside social failure. It cites Marie Antoinette’s murder to show how societal flaws turn violent when powers collapse. It notes past chants against aristocrats and the bourgeois, and cites Spanish terrorists targeting a theater for a target they deemed successful.
A fragmentary exchange describes a resourceful girl who visits the sea shore last summer with few men present and many lonely girls. The narrative notes her sister and a lay figure suit, while characters debate appearances versus actions and the value of witty conversation.
Two women on a train to Alexandria discuss marriage and fear of becoming widows. One confesses she married despite flaws to avoid widowhood, insisting her husband of poor means was not ideal yet she chose him to escape being a widow. The elder questions the choice and the conversation turns into a sharp exchange.
A miscellany notes learning in early notation the eye and voice. It cites the eleventh century invention of musical notation and the 47 muscles used in speech. It mentions electricity powering millions, London water trough costs, and phi lore of eye anatomy. It also touches on cattle numbers and early war reporting.
Incredible as it may seem, none of the London newspapers had special representation at the Battle of Waterloo, a detail noted in reports reflecting the coverage gaps of the era.
A recipe instructs selecting young thin asparagus cut small and boiled. Beat three eggs with salt and pepper, add the asparagus, stir constantly on ice to prevent burning, then melt in an ounce of butter. Serve over fried bread croutons.
Brooklyn Life quotes a flirtatious exchange where a woman recalls a marriage proposal and a bold vow that she would be blessed if he did not receive an answer. The dated tone mirrors a street narration of social courtship in Brooklyn.
Reading fragmentary notes, a claim of generous treatment toward defeated Spaniards is paired with praise for Houstetter's Stomach Bitters. A later line mentions Dr. George S. Gagnon, once of Chicago, filing a bankruptcy petition with $80,000 assets including Philadelphia dental parlor furniture.
A quirky note suggests Seema ripens in autumn and a remedy for neuralgia. It mentions Sircugilen as a nerve soother and rid- the system with St. Jacobs OH touted as the best known cure.
In Evansville Indiana J B Connors fatally shot his wife and her lover Charles Willams, then escaped custody. Police launched a manhunt as investigators pieced together motive and timeline.
A health note promotes Grain-O a cereal drink for children claiming it tastes like coffee, costs 5 cents, and is sold by grocers. A multipart note from Britain France Italy and Russia to Turkey demands withdrawal of Turkish troops from Crete within a month.
An old newspaper fragment advertises pianos at manufacturer prices from the Mondschein Piano Co in Milwaukee and notes a local legislature and congressional representation. It also urges readers to recruit canvassers and solicitors, offering commissions and possible postings, then mentions the People’s Party convention endorsing F. C. Stewart, Democrat, for the 6th Wisconsin district.
A curious note reports Lane's Family Medicine claims to move the bowels to promote health. The text mentions gentleness toward the kidneys and cures for various aches. An application for a receiver for the National Linseed Git company was filed in Chicago, with liabilities stated at over 32 million.
The state prohibition executive committee of Texas has nominated B. P. Bailey of Houston for governor. Operatives at Albany mills strike for higher wages. Joe Patchen defeated John R. Gentry in St Louis in two straight heats, 2:07 and 2:07%.
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