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Newspaper
Moline Daily Journal
Location
Moline, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1902
Page
3
Advertises a new scientific treatment for nervous debility and weak lungs. Claims improvements from early on and permanent results for consumptives and the long ill, with a free consultation and the doctor’s expertise as a specialist. The piece emphasizes brain and body rejuvenation through a diagnostic method.
The piece argues Americans are gaining global leverage once held by English power in ships and trade. It notes England's large fleet, but claims American capital and factories, even with British labor, drive industry. It lists U.S. exports to England in 1900 and predicts further growth as engineering works expand.
Fragmentary OCR notes indicate advertised services including meeting trains and funeral turnout options. Address appears as Old Rink on 1590-158th Avenue with references to rental by the month and prompt service.
The article tallies international maritime tonnage and vessel counts from 1586 to 1900, noting Britain and its empire hold over a third of world ships totaling 30.6 million tons, with the United States at 3.08 million tons and 3,286 vessels. It discusses American influence on English commerce, Morgan ship mergers, tobacco trade, and shifting iron and pig-iron flows between nations, warning England risks becoming a business arm of the United States.
The article notes states expanding trades with the United States and Wales, highlighting America now supplying its own tin plate. It argues Britain must rely on its own raw materials and equipment to compete in global markets, affecting shipbuilding and electrical industries.
A promotional notice touts Zoa Phora as a cure for womb disease, menstrual pains, and general weakness. It claims rapid relief and invites skeptical readers to mail for a free trial bottle and later purchase offers from the Zon Phora Co. in Kalamazoo.
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