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Newspaper
Mena Star
Location
Mena, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 30, 1898
Page
2
A folksy verse invites peace and unity as a family prepares a Thanksgiving turkey. It imagines heroes at the table sharing tales of soldiers who have fought bravely, with a trumpet of fame signaling the feast and honor for every battle won.
A Col. Bannister plans a political run in Pine Top City but is steered by a reforming ex-legislator toward a brutal campaign. The plot includes threats, bribery, liquor, poker schemes, and staged violence to win office. The tale closes with an ad for Cheatinga Chill Tonic and local drugstore notation.
Citizen sm Jdohn Smith, author of What is money, faces a case of consumer fraud involving a bad goods sale. Police report details a dishonest dealings and a ruse linked to a ring and a device guaranteed to cure issues, reported in Detroit Journal.
From New Zealand in Reefton on Nov 23 1896 Tam states after taking the agency for Chamberlains medicines the cough remedy sales have soared in two years surpassing all prior five years. He cites many reports of good results and his own household use, noting the product is pleasant yet kept away from children. For sale by F C Sauvage Nov Lim.
A short piece proclaims happiness as the true cosmetic, arguing that beauty comes from a joyful mind. It asserts happiness can be cultivated more by will than circumstance and quotes Rachel on beauty fostered by contemplation of statues and beauty in thought.
A Shelby, North Carolina firm reports that Mrs. Luther Lutz suffered seven years from a severe illness. After three months of relentless coughing and sleepless nights she found relief with Dr King s New Discovery. Two bottles cured her and trial bottles are offered free at F C Savage s drugstore. Regular sizes cost 50 cents and one dollar, guaranteed.
A mother scolds her son for not answering, and the boy compares her to the Lord. He recalls the biblical tale of Samuel being called three times without anger, noting his own patience and favorite Bible stories.
Four bottles of Electric Bitters cured Mrs. Brewer of scrofula after years of painful sores and poor relief from doctors. The letter from Washita notes the remedy cleanses blood, boosts liver and kidneys, aids digestion, and builds strength. Only 50 cents, sold by F. C. Savage with guarantee.
A Tid-Bits note recalls a bitter exchange where one newly married woman extols her spouse’s writing and another coldly responds she already has “a bushel” of his love letters in her trunk. The quip underscores enduring marital tensions and sharp wit.
Renick Hamilton of West Jefferson Ohio, after 18 months of suffering, was told only a costly operation could save him. He treated himself with Bucklen's Arnica Salve, labeled as the surest pile cure on earth. The remedy cost 25 cents a box and was sold by I. Savage, druggist.
A clipped obituary style notice blends a judge’s line about a loved one now with medical ad copy for De Witt’s Little Early Risers. The ad claims the remedy cures constipation biliousness and headaches and promises a gentle effect with small sugar coated tablets. Vipin and Hanes are mentioned in the ad context.
The Quaker Valley Manufacturing Co of Chicago offers Star subscribers a set of coin silver memorial spoons. Each spoon shows Cuban war scenes and ships, with a $3 value. Subscribers pay 78 cents within 30 days after receipt and return spoons if unsatisfied, request by postal card.
Lord Littledough flirts with Mr Coldcash claiming his daughter is the idol of his life, only to learn Mr Coldcash has no daughter. A humor punch line follows as a mistaken family tie is revealed. The rest touts Prickly Ash Bitters as a kidney tonic claimed to cure Brights Disease, sold by Jackson Drug Co.
For sale a good team and buggy available for purchase or possible trade for city property. Interested buyers should apply at this office with reference 45-If.
Local listing promotes Rogers 1847 knives and forks as top quality. Offered alongside butter knives and spoons. advertised at the Mena Je Store with emphasis on complete cutlery sets and flatware accessories.
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