Clever vote tactic discussed in old city anecdote
The fragment recalls a political figure boasting a sly method to win support by giving cigars to women and then taking them home to their husbands, implying the tactic swayed multiple voters.
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Newspaper
Maurice Times
Location
Maurice, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 01, 1919
Page
7
Boschee's Syrup Ad Promises Cough Relief and Healing
An advertisement touts Boschee's Syrup as a remedy to quiet coughs soothe throat inflammation and clear bronchial irritation. It claims fifty two years of American manufacture and broad sale worldwide with benefits for lung trouble asthma croup and bronchitis.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
America
Adv
His Prospects
A witty note from the Louisville Courier Journal features a man asking Mr Moneybags to marry his daughter and the reply about prospects. The piece highlights social club chatter on romance and status.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moneybags
Louisville Courier- Journal
Freckles treatment ad proclaims quick facial fade
An advertisement touts Othine double strength to remove freckles by nightly and morning applications with a money back guarantee. The copy promises most freckles fade completely and lighter spots vanish, claiming little product is needed and referencing a war momentum remark from the Boston Transcript.
Hall's Catarrh Medicine Claim and Optimist Quote
The ad asserts catarrh cure by internal action with Hall's Catarrh Medicine from F. J. Cheney Co Toledo. It promotes the tonic and purifier blend and mentions free testimonials. An optimistic quote about two people living on less is included.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hall
F. J. Cheney & Co
Props
Toledo
Anxious Suspense Over New Cook Hire
An anxious exchange notes uncertainty about keeping a newly hired cook. The boss avoids promises while considering whether the fit will work, signaling ongoing evaluation of her performance and compatibility.
One Exception. A soft voice is peculiarly a woman's possession
The piece examines gendered perceptions of speech and power in prohibition era society. It questions the bias that assigns authority to male voices and explores the changing roles of women in public life, culture, and resistance movements.
Auto-intoxication and relief with Dr Pierce remedies
The article describes auto intoxication as poisons building in the body from neglect and failing organs. It lists symptoms such as sleepiness after meals flushing face lassitude indigestion and various ailments. It recommends castor oil or Dr Pierce's Pleasant Pellets to cleanse the system.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Pierce
Wisconsin Farmers Campaign to Replace Scrub Bulls with Purebreds
U S Department of Agriculture notes a state-wide push by Wisconsin dairymen to abandon scrub bulls in favor of purebred sires. Brown County Cow-Testing records show 12 cows on register, all daughters of purebred sires. top five herds led by purebreds, bottom five by scrub sires, with purebred herds averaging 85 pounds more fat per cow. Eight members bought purebred sires last year to replace scrubs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wisconsin
United States Department of Agriculture
Brown County
Keeping Dairy Cows on Farm
A Louisiana State University specialist argues small herds help farmers move from a single crop system. C H Staples says dairy cows provide a low cost family food source, improve soil, and offer steady income and seasonal employment, even where markets vary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. H. Staples
Louisiana State University
Mr. Staples
Alwys
Segasons
Better Farm Butter Through Careful Methods
Dairy specialists say improved handling of milk and cream and better butter making practices will reduce home production troubles and yield a superior product. It can be sold more easily and at a higher price than average farm butter.
Dairy herd foundation for stock farmers
The dairy herd underpins the stock farmer and general farmer who raise multiple stock types. Skimmed milk helps raise calves pigs and lambs, but without it substitutes are costly and unsatisfying. Keep dairy cows and the other stock will follow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
David Roberts
Dairy Cattle Roughage and Ration Mixes Described
The article outlines roughage options for dairy cows using clover or alfalfa hay and lists grain rations including 266 pounds corn and meal, 100 pounds ground oats and gluten feed, or 250 pounds corn and meal. It also mentions 84 pounds wheat bran and 160 pounds gluten feed as components.
Butter Marketing Considerations in Packaging
Market researchers discuss how packaging and labeling affect butter sales. The note stresses careful consideration of the package to meet regulatory demands and consumer expectations in distribution channels.
Less Wool Used In February Report From Markets Bureau
Reports received by the bureau of markets show February wool consumption at 27.5 million pounds grease, far below last year’s 83.7 million. Strikes and cash-only government sales hindered small mills from securing wool.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bureau of ‘Markets
Department, of Agriculture
What Sort Of Fellow Is He Stunning Manicure Impression
A fragment notes a character described as a man who would make a perfectly lovely manicure girl. The lines suggest a humorous or ironic profile within a larger narrative. No additional context or names are provided.
Infant Mortality Toll Hit By Neglect Costs Nation
A published figure claims the country loses about 3,000,000 dollars daily due to infant deaths caused by neglect and ignorance, highlighting a dire public health issue.
Dialogue Sparks Tiff Over Patience Tax in Courtroom
A humorous exchange unfolds as a lawyer complains about talk taxing patience. The judge replies with mock seriousness, while bystanders react to the linguistic jab and courtroom theatrics. The snippet captures wit and tension in a brief legal vignette.
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Kees
New York
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