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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Feb 20, 1903
Page
14
An upbeat pitch extols a liniment as able to cure any ailment it targets and urges keeping it on hand for people and their animals to treat injuries or discomfort promptly. The endorsement emphasizes reliability and broad effectiveness.
An old advertisement for Northwestern Robe and Tanning Co of Sioux City Iowa promoting tanners of all kinds, horse and other pelts for coats pelts and rugs. Mentions Bert Isabel and Almovh proof rope.
A brief advertisement notes that Custom Works Specialty offers writing for various life needs and invites correspondence for custom projects or requests.
Pierre in session debated Carrolls measures granting the state board unlimited power to raise assessments for equalization. A revenue review showed coming biennial revenue at 1.16 million while appropriations exceed 2 million. After revising the emergency clause the bill passed, with one vote to Spare, but the measure will not affect this year’s assessment. Senate action expected, five doubtful lawmakers hold balance of power.
Pierre Feb 17 After a week of committee debate Senator Close's local option bill with strong prohibition features was returned to the senate without recommendation Three committee members favored the bill and three opposed Williamson would have favored it except for a provision he says would kill its force If convicted the goods are to be destroyed and confiscation would occur on arrest without bond The bill also allows temporary saloon closures and faces opposition from Rev Carhart the bill’s author and champion who would not accept changes in the key provision
Outdoor musical performances are not permitted in Stps srcurg. The notice restricts street bands from playing in public spaces, citing city rules and possible enforcement actions.
A barber’s patient replies to thinning hair with a long speech on self-acceptance. He recounts his life with hair from youth to present, insisting on a specific cut. The barber, overwhelmed by the tale, collapses as the exchange ends in Philadelphia Ledger prose.
A London Answers note cites the rapid organization of the German army in 1870. On July 17 the Krieg mobil telegram dispatched from Berlin led to 500000 troops fully equipped and marching toward the French frontier within a fortnight. The article notes these troops had prior warning and military training.
New York Sun notes a proposed Missouri ban on football, ridiculing the stance and linking it to broader social questions. The item cites Col. John T. Crisp and references historical London college dress codes, including trousers in chapel, with anecdotes from Trinity Cambridge and Oxford.
Young wife reveals she bought nightcaps for her husband after he mentioned going to the club with Sparkles. She hopes he likes them, noting she bought them to spare him trouble and asking him to open the parcel and try them on. Exchange.
In a 3 a.m. scene a sleepy druggist awoke to a man insisting on mailing a letter to his wife to delay her return home. He wants to time the letter so she postpones her trip enough to allow a new mirror and hall papering, after some friends spent the evening with him, per the judge's remark.
In Turkish cemeteries small water vessels rest for birds and marble tomb basins are carved to feed them. The belief is birds carry messages to the living and must be appeased to avoid spite. A note on trees explains bark shedding in June and rapid new bark growth in midsummer.
Mrs. Muggins praises her husband as a man of rare taste and judgment while Mrs. Buggins notes he chose wisely through marriage, reflecting a light exchange featured in the Philadelphia Record.
A witty exchange from the New York Herald contrasts a child’s dream of becoming a captain of industry with his choice to captain the baseball team illustrating youth ambition and sportsmanship in a playful quip.
Miss Alida Farrow of Eldora city and George W. Longstaff of Huron S D wed February 4 1903 at the bride’s mother’s home Rev B Kent formerly of the Congregational church officiated. The couple will reside in Eldora where Longstaff is building a future with local enterprise and the Herald extends warm congratulations and best wishes.
In Watertown two libel suits seek 10000 and 15000 dollars against Mrs. Sheldon wife of First National Bank cashier 3 B Sheldon. Plaintiffs Rev E J Evans rector Trinity Episcopal church and Mrs Eddington widow of C G Eddington photographer allege anonymous letters slandered them. Handwriting expert from Minneapolis cites Mrs Sheldon as author. Both women active socially and vocalists, rivals in Episcopal circles. Rector resigns after final sermon. Attorneys include Frank Nye of Minneapolis.
Prohibitionists from across the state gathered in Brookings on Thursday for a jubilee celebrating the rising vote for the party in the last campaign. A banquet for 105 covers followed an orchestral program at the Presbyterian church. Toasts honored H H Curtis Castlewood M D B C Pratt and others. A fund of 517 was raised to advance prohibition work in the state. W G Calderwood of Minneapolis led the generosity. Visitors departed Friday.
Mr Wheeler describes severe rheumatism in winter 1898 with lameness and near hobbling. After using Chamberlain's Pain Balm from first application he recovered and has worked steadily since. Advertises sale by L O Gale, druggist.
An advertisement proclaims DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve as the only pure healing salve for bling, bleeding, itching and protruding piles. It attacks counterfeits and asserts DeWitt's cures all abrasions and burns with a pure formula, contrasting rivals.
An 19th century style advert claims London has more shade than any city and promotes One Minute Cough Cure. The remedy allegedly relieves coughs by targeting the membrane and reducing inflammation, claiming lung strengthening and pneumonia prevention, suitable for all ages.
The article notes tides in the Mediterranean exist, contradicting the belief that the sea is tideless. It states spring tides on the east coast of Sicily reach about four feet, illustrating noticeable tidal variation.
A local note praises Dr King’s New Life for health, claiming it stirs lazy organs to aid digestion and relieve ailments. It touts pale or sallow appearance versus fresh rosy cheeks as signs of improvement and promotes the 25 cent remedy from S Hf Scallin, druggist.
A report notes a grand donation to the pope involving a magnificent villa in Italy and about 600 works of art. The handover is described as a notable act from Count Adami, detailing the scope of the collection and the grandeur of the villa.
J B Taylor of Chriseman Texas recounts sharp recovery from a weak stomach after trying Kodol Dyspepsia Cure. He had lost weight and strength despite purchasing medicines, but after four bottles he claims full restoration of health and vitality. L O Gale also endorses the remedy.
A historic life-size negative measuring 641 inches by 88 inches stands as the largest ever taken of a sitter. The immense portrait showcases the sitter’s features in vivid detail and demonstrates the era’s push toward photography as a public art form.
A damaged ad-like fragment touts a miracle cure for consumption with bold claims. It promotes Dr King’s New Discovery and a guaranteed life-saving remedy priced at 50 cents and one dollar, claiming magical results and offering a free bottle.
An advertisement extols Dr Wood’s Norway Pine Syrup as Nature’s own remedy for coughs and colds. The copy frames Belgians fondly and notes the product concentrates balsamic virtues of pine. It pitches the syrup as a universal healing treatment and marketable health aid.
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