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Newspaper
Mena Star
Location
Mena, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1898
Page
2
A poem praising brave Hobson and American soldiers, contrasting public kisses with battlefield sacrifice. It honors Tennie Stafford and notes the ideal of free nations and the courage shown in death, while criticizing trivial displays that cheapen women and national honor.
Hannibal Missouri resident J B Lilly narrates a brush with typhoid that progressed to pneumonia and lung weakness. He credits Dr King's New Discovery for rapid relief and full recovery concluding it the surest cure for lung trouble. Trial bottles free at F C Savage's drug store with a guarantee on every bottle.
In a Washington Dispatch the President and Mrs. McKinley are presented with a Japanese plant placed in a jardiniere of rare ware. The dwarf fir specimen bears a silver sheen like frost and is valued highly by the couple. The gift came with a graceful letter from two Japanese subjects praising the president and his wife.
Advert depicts iron nerve as result of sound health and claims the pills boost brain and body power. Implies sufferers of stomach liver kidney or bowel issues gain vitality. Sold for five cents at F C Savage s drug store.
A Chicago Post brief recalls two men observing a pretty girl who bet a box of candy against a kiss and won the wager.
An assortment of medicinal claims and light ad copy from a Yonkers Statesman page. Includes Arnica Salve cures for skin ailments, a cheerful note about life length with a Little Early Riser pill, and a Witch Hazel Salve claim. Also briefs on a local dog feature and a poetical aside, with various brand names and vendor mentions.
San Francisco reports severe destitution among southern Monterey county farmers. Dry weather ruined crops for two years leaving farmers without food or seed. Governor Budd reportedly lacks funds for relief, prompting a special subscription. Claus Speckles, a sugar millionaire, gave a $25,000 check and others pledge proportionate donations to aid the sufferers.
A health remedy ad claims women with weak health suffer from pimples and a dull complexion. Electric Bitters is pitched to regulate stomach, liver and kidneys, purify blood, and improve nerves and skin. The notice promises a run-down invalid can become attractive and presentable, priced at 50 cents at Savage's drug store.
A casual exchange in a Cincinnati Enquirer snippet shows a modern maid asking about first love and receiving a blunt compliment that she is the best of the bunch. The dialogue hints at evolving social mores and intimate modern dating tones.
A Cold Chest Pain remedy claims to ease chest pain and prevent pneumonia when a flannel pad soaked in Chamberlain's Pain Balm is applied. The same treatment is said to cure a lame back in hours. Sold by F. C. Savage, 12-1-1m.
A humor note about landlady Yabsley asking why he dips his knife in water. He explains a rubber factory trick. The item also promotes Cheathai's Chill Tonic for enfeebled health and digestion with a money back guarantee. A diary quip about a nickname Revenge and an ad for One Minute Cough Cure.
In a Chicago Record joke an Insurance Agent asks a young woman her age and she responds she has seen 22 summers. He then questions how many times she saw them, highlighting a witty exchange about age and perception.
A historical ad copy urges buyers to seek De Witt's Witch Hazel Salve and warns against counterfeits noting many piles cures attributed to the product by Pipkin and Hanes.
A brief humorous dialogue centers on gratitude for a meal. Willie Slimson suggests thanking the Bishop for the feast, while Mr Slimson-Bishop jokes that the Bishop’s presence made it possible. The snippet shows playful banter and mentions products and a person named Simmons.
A sorrowing widow recalls three doctors after her husband died, noting the ordeal and emotional strain. The piece mentions medical advice from Dr M. A. Eimmibees Liger Medicine and directs readers to J. W. Frankston Photo Co. on Mena street near the depot for photographs, reflecting a Chicago news tone.
Esquire Jones and family visit from the Territory as Bas Wioton returns from the woods for Christmas. Mack Davis heads toward Missoula to settle, while M M Triplett and kin travel to Huntington for holiday family time. Allen gin at Rocky reports 220 bales of cotton this fall.
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