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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 14, 1901
Page
8
Jottings of science report cholera fatality drop from ten to two percent and infectious deaths in England at seventy three per million. It notes cancer survival, lockjaw in wounded soldiers, silkworm silk yield, and water expansion on freezing with ice returning to a smaller volume.
Bristol South Dakota March 11 1901 Special Peter Behyes a Civil War veteran recalls severe kidney and bladder trouble. After trying Dodd's Kidney Pills he reports restored health and long relief. Price 50 cents a box six for 2 50, purchase via local dealer or Dodds Medicine Co Buffalo NY.
A detailed description argues for careful architect planning of a permanent home with healthy design. It outlines a two to three story dwelling with front and side porches, reception hall, drawing rooms, dining room, kitchen, pantry, cellar, five bedrooms on the second floor, a potential third story, and a stone or brick foundation. The article stresses health, ventilation, light, and sensible finishes, with cost estimates of 3000 to 3500 dollars in first class construction.
An ancient view links the new year to spring and fresh life in nature and the human body. The ad touts Dr Greene's Nervura blood and nerve remedy as the best spring tonic, claiming it cleanses the blood and energizes nerves, with testimonials from Mr Stoughton L Farnham of Manchester New Hampshire and a physician’s endorsement from Dr Greene in New York City.
In Germany rocking chairs symbolize civilization as the United States promotes missionary work. Consul H. W. Harris reports in Mannheim that many regions still lack them but demand is rising across the empire. A separate note warns that a celluloid comb caused serious scalp burns after exploding near a fire, injuring Mary Doyle of Birmingham, Alabama.
A writer predicts electric traction will dominate canals in the near future. Between Brussels and Charleroi small electric road carriages tow barges replacing horses, raising speed from 1.25 mph to 7 mph. An overhead wire supplies light and power to villagers along the route.
Willie Washington asks about credence in human evolution from monkeys. Miss Cayenne replies that some are, while others seem to have remained stationary.
A fable from the Baltimore American recounts an eminent statesman drafting a bill to disfranchise illiterates and asking how to spell illiterates when questioned by another statesman. The tale ends with a moral about reformers and timing.
The article lauds Cascarets from Sterling Remedy Co stating sales rose to over 6,000,000 boxes in five years. It cites heavy newspaper advertising and strong demand from druggists. Boxes cost 10, 25, and 50 cents with a one month 10 cent trial. It urges those with liver or bowel trouble to try the product.
A Kansas City physician traveled to southwest Missouri for a day of shooting and, upon returning, told his wife he had killed nothing. She quips that neglect of a ny's business explains the lack of results.
The Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul Railway announces hour excursion tickets on the first and third Tuesdays each month from Chicago and other points to many destinations in South Dakota North Dakota and other Western states at about one fare. Visit to see crops and land values for a small cost. Further rates routes and land prices available by I A Miller General Passenger Agent Chicago Til Home-Grown Luster quotes.
The letter from Adam Herwebe of Iowa to John A. Salzer Seed Co. praises Speltz as superior for food and yield, noting one kernel produced 72 heads. EB Tl Rogers Castlemore Canada reports 100 bushels per acre. The writer urges farmers to contact Salzer for seed.
An old advertisement extols Lane's Family Medicine claiming daily bowel movement supports health and mentions gentle action on liver and kidneys. It cites prices of 25 and 60 cents and includes a Ben Franklin quotation about fortune and various quoted testimonials.
A New York doctor reports an emergent condition termed arsenical walk caused by impure beverages. Arsenic is said to accumulate in the body, harden muscles and give a wooden leg stride, with collapse if the patient attempts to run.
Quote from Philadelphia Press noting a private pact about ensuring a glazier receives his glass each morning before heading to work. The dialogue contrasts appearances with the stated arrangement.
A tongue in cheek remark states horses and mules are not contraband of war and asserts the mule remains a bel ligerent anyone familiar with the animal would agree the mule is a warring asset in disguise
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