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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 09, 1903
Page
6
Colusa, California resident Joe Golubick endorses Electric Bitters after claiming 15 years of rheumatism relief with a few bottles. The ad also markets Bitters for liver kidney troubles and general debility with 60 cent price and guarantee by druggist O H Soetje. It mentions a Cuba Isle of Pines treaty as part of the same clipping.
An advertisement touts Kodol Dyspepsia Care as a foundation for health by aiding digestion and transforming foods into nourishing blood. It claims cures for stomach disorders and urges purchase from druggists. Separately the War Department issues an order allowing duty offers to wear summer suitable attire.
A historical notice explains catarrh of the stomach from overload and undigested food, causing glandular mucus production. J R Rhea of Coppell Texas tests Kodel Dyspepsia Cure with claim of relief after other doctors failed. The treasury rule on Chinese exhibitors at the St Louis fair sparks Chinese protests.
An advertisement claims Dr Kings New Discovery cures coughs colds la grippe bronchitis and throat and lung troubles with three one dollar bottles curing a消 patient who gained 58 pounds and it notes trial bottles free at Soetjes drug store. Other items promote Deer ing Co twine Sun stove and shredded whole wheat biscuit with brief consumer appeals.
John H. Stanson of Studders Field England criticizes American pronunciation in Washington noting Raleigh should be Rally and Potomac spoken as Pot-o-mac with emphasis on the last syllable. He argues the English form honors the origin and dignity of names.
A Roxborough resident recounts using roasted salted peanuts to treat chronic insomnia. He claims five years of poor sleep improved after sleeping with a bag of peanuts and taking twenty five chews per nut, reporting sleep declines from eight attacks per month to two.
An Omaha trial revealed D W Trottman a Union Pacific machinist earning 3 a day owned a costly wardrobe. He testified he had 86 neckties valued at 40, with the rest of his clothing in proportion. The witness described his outfits as faultless.
The census shows Frank lin's lightning rod invention is rarely used today and no electrical manufacturers list it among products. Only one American firm designs or installs rods. In large cities, lightning strikes are reported less often due to widespread electrical wiring and apparatus.
A Cincinnati malster uses the nickname G. B. Best while the full name is Good Better Best. His German-born father, learning English, was inspired by grammar of positive comparative and superlative when naming his son after his own initials. The wife gave birth as the letters formed the unique moniker.
M Malleval a Parisian financier known for swindling is described as an intriguing character. He marries for money and after a wedding day gamble at a boulevards club he returns to tell his bride he has lost her dowry. The incident mirrors his reputed career in Paris papers.
An advertisement claims DeWitts Witch Hazel Salve cures bleeding protruding and itching piles after other treatments failed. A testimonial from H A Tisdale of Summerton South Carolina says two boxes cured him eighteen months ago with no relapse. Sold by all druggists.
A grandfather is 112, father is 64, and the speaker is 82 years younger than the grandfather. Calculate the difference between the speaker and the father. The puzzle invites children to reason by age subtraction using the stated ages and relationships.
A magician describes cooking an omelet in a hat to the audience. Four eggs are broken into a hat placed briefly over a candle flame. The omelet is shown fully cooked and hot, but the trick uses pre cooked contents hidden in the hat and empty shells to mislead observers.
A child recalls a kind, uniformed figure with gold buttons who stands outside the school at dismissal. He guides children safely across streets, jokes with boys, reassures the littlest girl, and even carries her across when it rains, earning the title of the nicest man the speaker has ever seen.
A social note describes a novelty trick with a walnut clinging to a finger, revealing the sleight of pressing the seam to open it and trap skin. It cautions the audience that elasticity, not electricity, powers the effect and warns against overuse. The Deering Harvester Works is noted for size and output, with figures on land, workers, engine power, coal, machinery, twine, lumber, and iron usage in 1902. G. W. Eastwood is listed as agent for Deering twine.
Readable note indicates a store involved with white goods under the names Lehilers and Bolton's, suggesting a retail outlet or reference to a shop dealing in household appliances. No further context or dates given.
Public notice from Jones County Iowa appoints the executrix of Joseph Faber deceased. Creditors must file sworn claims with the clerk or pay promptly to avoid costs. Dated Cascade Town June 80 1903.
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