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Newspaper
Millheim Journal
Location
Millheim, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 27, 1883
Page
4
The Rome crematory operates almost daily with rising use and a shift away from burial. A stated cost rise in pensions equals the yearly earnings of about one million laborers for a hundred days, totaling nearly half the government's expenses at about 1,000,000 dollars.
The St. Louis Globe-Democrat argues average tea drinker cannot distinguish fine from adulterated leaves and doubts the inspection law. It notes Senator Edmunds may introduce a postal telegraph bill to create government lines for private messages at reduced rates.
A discussion of the Society for the Prevention of Blindness in England notes the heavy annual costs of blindness in Europe and England, urging prize essays to spread knowledge. It then outlines Yellowstone Park's vast size, location, and elevations, followed by Albuquerque New Mexico’s rapid growth, rail access, and wool production figures.
The proposed New Orleans cotton exposition of 1884 aims to raise 550000 with 250000 already subscribed in the north and 140000 from New Orleans, which seeks 160000 more. Major Burke of the Times-Democrat becomes director general and pushes plans for Latin American exhibits including valuable Honduran archeological specimens.
A grieving mother seeks the Buddha to revive her child and is told to fetch a mustard seed from a house where death has never entered. She traverses many homes, asking for a seed, and discovers in each there is loss, until she confronts the universal presence of sorrow.
The passage describes a woman whose personal sorrow softens as she perceives global suffering. Her tears shift from anguish to pity and her passion becomes compassion, leading her to forget her own grief while aiding others. In losing herself for others she discovers herself.
The Medical Record praises hot milk as a quick restoring beverage when fatigued. It notes milk heated above 100 degrees Fahrenheit loses sweetness and density briefly, but a tumbler heated to the maximum offers rapid nourishment and lasting cordial effects without alcohol.
The article cites frequent ailments prompting self care over medical visits. It recommends hyphosphite of lime and nux vomica as remedies, plus general health advice. It notes remedies may boost appetite and energy, with quinine, iron, and cod liver oil as supportive measures.
A concise collection of maxims on virtue and effort. It emphasizes that noble character arises from toil not dreams, duty over convenience, and humane conduct as true guidance. It links actions to habits and destiny, urging patience, honesty, temperance, and friendship as central ideals.
A Fredericksburg reader laments the Mary Washington grave near the plain, noting an unfinished marble monument, lack of protection, and vandalism. The pyramidal shaft remains half embedded near the site, reflecting public indifference to the historic resting place of Washington’s mother.
From Scrabster Greenland Prof Nordenskjosa reports Iquimaux met by him says no members of the American Arctic expedition are dead including the presumed Lieut Greely. Also news on earthquakes in Italy and political shifts in Ireland and France.
London reports Prime Minister Ferry asks England to mediate Tonquin negotiations. A French memorandum proposes a neutral Tonquin force and reports on Nordenskjold’s Greenland explorations. Riots in Hungary cost lives, and poisonings occur in Illinois. A new Oregon steamship hits twenty knots on trial. Yellow fever rages in Guaymas and a Texas–Mexico telegraph line opens to Brazil.
Across a wide range of reports, the world sees shifts from China rejecting French terms, Bulgaria’s cabinet resigning, and Austro German plans aimed at Russia and France. Other notes include Irish tenants seizing guns, a U S vessel lost for Peru’s Southern Railway, and a Sydney meeting to oppose Pacific annexation.
A roundup cites Secretary Teller on promotions before civil service rules. Commissioner Gregory's review. Gresham forbids Louisiana lottery money orders to M A Dauphin and instructs postmasters to return fraudulent registered letters. Folger questions preference for honorably discharged soldiers. Treasury calls for 15 million 3 percent bonds. War and Navy abandon Greely relief plans. New Orleans postmaster to treat Dauphin letters per 1879 orders. Dauphin led Louisiana lottery correspondence to evade prohibition.
Baltimore reports show wheat and corn prices dominating the day’s notes with Maryland oats and hay quoted amid mixed futures. Prices for butter and tobacco trend varied while hogs and sheep receive scattered bulk bids as regional markets digest late week activity.
The article argues buyers and sellers are equal in trade and that paying a debt should be treated with respect. It condemns discourteous collectors who rush or begrudge payment, insisting politeness and fair treatment are essential to business and character. It ends with a proverb about God sending coin while the devil makes a hole in the sack.
Mr John Osborne of Toronto says his wife was cured of rheumatism by the pain banisher St Jacob's Oil and he finds it a valuable remedy for many ailments.
A crowded jumble of ad copy and quips features ex senator Tabor with police accompaniment, Lord Coleridge risks American dyspepsia, and Prof Devoe praises Golden Medical Discovery. Also promotes Brown's Iron Bitters, Rough on Rats, Dr Pierce remedies, and Mother Swan's Worm Syrup with sensational testimonials and price marks.
Promote proper foot support to prevent crooked boots and blistered heels. Mr. Gladstone is noted for occasionally reading lessons at the morning service in Howarden parish church.
A letter from Ovsington Maine dated May 19 1883 reports a six bottle course of Hunt's Remedy resolving severe kidney pain frequent urination and dark sedimented urine. The writer D T Hopepxn claims complete recovery with family use and endorses the medicine alongside A M Robinson apothecary.
A Baltimore Newspaper Union ad promotes Kendall on the Horse as the perfect work on horse diseases and cures. The notice offers the book for twenty five cents and directs readers to 28 to 82 North Holiday street for a copy.
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