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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 11, 1897
Page
8
Eldred Armstrong in Chicago Post reports a dramatic valentine from a suitor who mails his battered heart in verse to a beloved. The poet compares the heart to roses and Cupid’s mission, urging the recipient to keep or heal the aching token.
In Whinfield a new solicitor named Perks wins favor with tradesmen through sociable visits and shared meals while clashing with the unpopular vicar. The vicar’s tactless nature and frugality fuel local tensions as Perks allies with his enemies. Whinfield, a 1500-person village, lacks a local solicitor until his arrival.
Frank Miller uses Sidney Perks to pressure the vicar over debts and tradesmen. the vicar’s temper soothes as seven letters praise his “honorable conduct.” Frank confronts Perks, secures receipts, and vendors are left thinking the vicar paid twice while the vicar enjoys parish favor and a honeymoon.
A playful reflection on St. Valentine’s Day noting its observance in England and America and praising its simple merrymaking mimic vows and harmless gifts. The piece argues the date should remain a welcome yearly tradition in Cupid’s memory.
A reader reports receiving a letter announcing the death of a wealthy aunt. The communication mentions a financial legacy and potential inheritance through a distant family connection.
A short poem by Albert Bigelow Paine describes a loving father sending a valentine to his daughter while recalling the mother who bore her. The piece blends sentimental imagery with a memory of family ties and enduring affection.
Henry Clegg of Mattoon a Civil War veteran says years of rheumatism stomach disease and multiple doctors failed until he used Dr Williams Pink Pills for Pale People. After three months relief he regained appetite and normal digestion and continues to recommend the remedy. Witness T. Atterburn notes the pills restore blood and nerves and aid various ailments.
Low rates to the West and South via B and O Baltimore and Ohio Southwestern Ry offered Feb 1 2 15 and 16 for home seekers to many states including Alabama Arkansas Arizona Colorado Florida Georgia Indian Territory Iowa Kansas Kentucky Louisiana Minnesota Mississippi Missouri Nebraska New Mexico Oklahoma Carolinas Utah Virginia Wisconsin Wyoming Tennessee Texas etc The plan includes limit and stop over privileges for thorough country inspections For tickets and more information contact B and O S W Ry agents
Elkhart Indiana based firm markets directly to customers at factory prices for 24 years. Horse owners are invited to request a large free catalogue to save money. The note ends with a quoted remark from Drake Watson about trust and perception.
Advertisement touts No-To-Bad as a tobacco cure claiming over 400 000 cured and promises regulated use or complete removal of desire. It urges saving money and improving health and manhood with a cure guaranteed priced at 50 cents and one dollar available at all druggists.
A short collage of theater blurb and advertisements notes McVicker's Chicago theater presenting The Jacklins dramatized from Opie Read, plus comments on confidential legal ads in Cincinnati and Washington. Health cures and moral quips appear, including Dr Kline’s Great Nerve Restorer and St Jacobs Oil notices.
Philadelphia North American notes Acrons vocalists and public stars praising Flale's Honey of Rovehound while Price's drops cure in one minute. Catesby quips about recent assignments as Kirsox comments on a decollate gown and a neck likened to a hat rack in a playful exchange.
The balance wheel of a woman's life is menstruation and regularity is vital for health. Irregularities threaten blood health and can signal disease, especially in young girls. Lydia B Pinkham's Vegetable Compound is urged as a regulator and a testimonial from Miss Marie Johnson describes relief and recovery after use.
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