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Newspaper
Mathews Journal
Location
Mathews, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 05, 1906
Page
4
Capt Crute of Roanoke Virginia reports long back pain fatigue weight loss and frequent urination. After using Dean's Kidney Pills he passed a gravel stone the size of a pea and regained health and weight. Sold for fifty cents at all dealers Foster Milburn Co. Butler?
In a court scene a German defendant struggles with language and patience. The judge demands answers while the exchange grows frustrated and humorous as the hearing navigates language barriers and burdensome questions.
A Lewiston article describes a yellow hammer selecting an apple tree to hollow for a nest. Birds chip away at the cavity while a red squirrel prowls nearby. The piece notes sanitation concerns and the nest five feet high, with crows unable to enter but the squirrel aware of their work.
A tale from Country Life in America describes a Rocky Mountain burro chasing a thistle as its favorite food. The donkey studies its target then stomps and tramps, using its heel to crush the prickly plant before consumption, a humorous scene from frontier animal lore.
An Indiana physician allegedly cured 20 patients with stomach trouble after standard allopathic remedies failed. The patient reported quitting alcohol and following a diet, while the doctor warned against further irritation from medicines and urged practical adjustments.
The New Haven Register notes chivalry toward women has faded as need declines yet praises the Gentlewoman's cheerful, sympathetic behavior. It observes that a sunny disposition endears a young woman to men and even to elders, who are charmed by her kindness.
English author Marie Corelli sought a permanent injunction in Stratford court against a firm printing unauthorized picture postcards of her home and garden as well as scenes on the Avon. The court offered sympathy but no legal remedy, and the case touches on libel rather than restraints on publishing.
The article counsels keeping cool to prevent wrinkles as they age. It recommends weekly steaming with hot cloths, occasional facial massage, a pleasant expression before sleep, proper diet, fresh air, cleanliness, and a brisk nightly massage to ward off furrows, while urging not to fret once they appear.
The summer girl fashions practical dress protection cases like pillow slips for gowns and wedding frocks. Made of muslin with a back opening to slip in the waist, they double as tidy storage. Lined with silk or muslin in solid color and edged with satin ribbon, these are valued gifts among friends.
Des Moines Iowa police judge A J Mathis sets rules after weeks of hearings between A J Ruhl and two servants. Rules include servants washing dishes when told, leaving if unhappy, one afternoon off weekly, three nights, servants paying for broken dishes, and masters may eject staff by force if discharged.
Florence, a frontier town on a new railroad spur, names Miss Hattie Burnstad postmistress though no post office building exists yet. She accepts, promising to deliver mail even if by auto and apron, while Florence awaits summer rail completion. The Watertown site gives her the commission.
Long silk scarfs add softness to traveling coats with white or pale shaded mousselines flowered in black roses. White summer, pale gray tones, and touches of black suit many figures. New short cape-wraps edged in pleated taffeta and single large roses replace clusters. pale mauve veiling enhances mer costumes. bridal mother wear features net with jet trim and satin with lace for dignity.
The family of the late Frofasser Langley presents the Smithsonian Institution with medals and decorations gathered from various parts of the United States, enriching the museum’s historical holdings.
A week of quiet wholesale activity and stronger retail distribution ends a half year of exceptional business. Bank clearings, foreign trade, iron production, railway work, and other trade metrics confirm the boom despite rate debates, fires, and strikes. Wheat and corn exports for the week show large-year gains.
Baltimore wholesale markets show steady to mixed tones across commodities with flour imports at 4 221 barrels and exports 15 344 barrels while wheat and corn fluctuate. New York reports steady butter and eggs with quiet poultry demand and steady lard and sugar markets, alongside broad grain receipts and futures activity for wheat and corn.
New York markets show dressed beef steady to moderate demand, with calf sales slow and prices around 4.00 to 6.00 per pound and limited unsold calves. Sheep and lambs are slow but mostly sold, with lambs 7.50 to 9.40 and sheep 3.50 to 5.00. Chicago cattle market remains strong for prime steers 4.00 to 6.10, cows 3.00 to 4.50, heifers 2.75 to 5.25, bulls 2.75 to 4.23.
Boston street cleaning and watering workers form a 3 union and seek AFL charter. Carlton Trades Council backs six hour day with American and British labor groups invited. Brotherhood of Boilermakers and Iron Shipbuilders forecasts growth to 36 000 members and solidification this year.
An English peer, Earl Fitzwilliam, owner of about 115000 acres in England and Ireland, has sold portions of Wicklow property after a recent land purchase act. Twenty years earlier his Irish holdings reached 92600 acres valued at 250000 annually, with 24000 acres in England worth 440000 yearly.
A distressing skin condition in a child prompted a fearful reaction from a parent before doctors prescribed Cuticura. The speedy treatment reportedly alleviated the ailment, restoring calm and health.
A description notes a queen of ancient Egypt donning a light blue head covering with an elaborate headdress. The accessory is described as fashionable for women and includes decorative elements such as glyph-like motifs and beads.
A Chicago divorce case questions timing of a man’s kiss after marriage. Mrs. Lange claims rapid neglect, noting the husband began ignoring conjugal salutes the day after vows. The piece satirically warns that withholding the family kiss from the start risks divorce court scrutiny.
The article describes how nails were once cut from metal strips and shaped by hand taking about 1.5 minutes per nail. Modern nails use steam cut strips and automatic mail machines, with one worker tending three machines that drop a nail every second.
A Manning Iowa woman writes to Mrs. Pinkham praising her treatment and stating that the guidance from Mrs. Pinkham saved her life. The letter conveys deep gratitude and seeks further advice.
A Wisconsin school provides preserves from its cooking classes for a crippled children's home. A Chicago school reports sewing pupils routinely make baby dresses. A mother recounts her 12 year old daughter teaching a new nursemaid about infant care and avoiding overfeeding with a stomach diagram from Good Housekeeping.
A report states 71 445 workers in Japan cotton mills are paid an average of 14 cents daily. The figures highlight harsh labor conditions and minimal wages in the industry.
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