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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 21, 1908
Page
4
Sermonette emphasizes that Christians are protected by God's unseen forces. It recalls Elisha and the angelic host encamped around those who fear God, and cites Psalmic assurance that enemies can be thwarted by divine power. The piece urges prayer to reveal spiritual protection and steadfast courage.
In the city gate scene the servant warns Elisha of Syrian spies. Elisha remains calm and confident the Lord will provide a way. The pair decide to stay in Dothan while fear grows that Syrians will overrun the city.
As night tightens a prophet reads Psalm and trusts God though a servant fears an approaching Syrian army. The prophet prays, and the hillside reveals the Lord’s fiery horses and chariots encamping to deliver them.
A plow prong uncovered over a million dollars in Confederate currency and about four thousand dollars in gold on Bret Knox's farm. The notes, mostly five ten and twenty dollar bills, were badly mildewed and fragmented. The coins and bills are believed to have belonged to Samuel H. Thompson. Knox will keep them unless a claim is filed.
The Brazilian minister of marine contemplates using acetylene illuminated buoys along the coast. These buoys burn continuously for six months, with the largest buoy at the Amazon mouth weighing about 20 tons. Plans call for 25 such lights at various coastal points.
The Paris theater committee advises that any spectator may request the on duty police to remove a hat that blocks the view. If refused, the officer may order the wearer to leave the theater.
Mrs Lapsling recalls grave worry over John Ny’s final illness and relief when the doctor predicted recovery. Her reaction shifted from deep concern to strong joy upon the hopeful news.
The writer tours Canton noting the five story pagoda at the citadel and a 1400s tower, describes the vast Examination Hall with 7500 cells, and recounts Christmas Eve onboard the Prinz Hitel Friederich from Hong Kong to Singapore with a grand German dinner, tree and gifts. The voyage continues toward India's spices, amid reflections on education, democracy, and cultural curiosities.
A rose pink linen parasol with pink Silk embroidery and fringe elevates a pink linen gown set in Parisian chic. The piece notes how parasols serve as sun protection and a key accessory, then shifts to blouse updates featuring jabots and front panels. It also promotes carrot-based complexion care as a natural rouge alternative.
The article warns that pearls are carbonate of lime and dissolve under acids like vinegar, opals are damaged by hot water and may crack, and turquoise is harmed by soap. It notes turquoise rings on the hand during washing turn blue stones to green quickly.
Miss Julia Chapman won a set of silver knives forks and spoons in a board-sawing contest at a medicine show in Steiner Hall on Wednesday evening. She finished before any rival contenders could gain a start, according to the Fossil Journal of Oregon.
Instructions for making mustard paste at Presbyterian Hospital Manhattan. Mix one part mustard with three to six parts flour for adults, crush lumps, add tepid water to spread on gauze. If skin is tender add white of egg, oil, or vaseline. Large poultices on muslin with gauze. small poultices on thin material. cover with oiled muslin and bandage. Chest poultice fits around neck and armpits.
This excerpt describes a sewing method to gather ruffles using a machine. Use coarse bobbin thread and a long stitch to stitch the ruffle, leave excess heading, then draw up the under thread to fullness. The bottom coarse thread provides stronger gathering less prone to breakage.
A simple hot water jug cosy is described with a linen or cambric removable cover. It features a cord edging and three top loops to form a lift handle, a wadded sateen foundation, and a larger slip-on cover that buttons to the base.
A reader notes a pair of men’s buckskin gloves sized large enough for sweeping and chores. Guidance warns that good eating reduces irritability and outlines a hand care blend of glycerin lemon water with carbolic acid to soften and whiten skin.
Hand embroidered doilies in flower and fruit patterns offered at $1.25 each. Colors bright and detailed selections available in a single shop.
An expert advises gentle methods to prevent hair loss from combing. Start at the ends, work up slowly, and detangle with fingers if needed. Use long sweeping strokes, comb small sections, and avoid pulling. vaseline or oil can help in long-untangled tangles.
A historic cosmetic recipe recommends mixing two drams of gum arabic with three and a half drams of India ink and half a pint of rose water. Grind ink and gum to powder, add rose water gradually to form a uniform color, let stand overnight, then strain and apply with a fine brush.
Thousands of women suffer daily from female troubles yet receive little aid. Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound is praised as a long standing remedy for displacements inflammation ulcers fibroid tumors irregularities and related symptoms. Mrs Pinkham invites letters seeking advice from Lynn Mass.
In a humorous exchange Mrs Oldcastle recalls Dr Goodleigh’s return to the pulpit after an operation they feared would keep him away for a month. The hostess jokes about rapid recovery as a phonograph plays in the background, while the dervish quips about elevating his mind.
A playful rural scene unfolds on a roadside as a young man and a runabout are teased by an owl and a talking horse. The Moon Man observes while the old nag jokes about reading between the lines and revealing hidden meanings.
Advertises Lewis' Single Binder, a straight five center cigar noted for best quality. Promotes buying through your dealer or Lewis' Factory in Peoria Illinois and urges readers to let others do the explaining.
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