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Newspaper
Moulton Eagle
Location
Moulton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 25, 1914
Page
3
Nantes dispatch reports a major German strategic shift as Paris loomed, with German forces retreating and redeploying southeast from Lille and Namur. The Britons and French reportedly regroup east of Paris while refugees flood streets and stations, and officials believe a decisive Allied counter remains possible.
London reports the Daily Mail telegram from Rotterdam detailing Emperor William's September 4 protest to President Wilson. He cites dumdum bullets found with French troops and prisoners, Belgian incitement, barbarous guerrilla practices, and destruction of villages including Louvain except the Hotel de Ville, expressing heartache over innocent losses.
The new Russian frontier spans about a thousand miles after hard fought battles against Germany and Austria. Russia plans a swift blow against Austria before shifting forces to Germany. About 5,000,000 trained troops face two powers, with 2,000,000 reserves ready. Austrian forces around Lemberg are crushed, and the main Austrian army is reported retreating east of the Bug and Vistula rivers.
In a country store a group swaps dog tales led by Abner Morgan. Job Perkins narrates a tale about a collie famed for intelligence and loyalty to his owner. The old man claimed to be broke and the dog supposedly died the day before the dog tax was due.
F B Lewis of Lewisburg Tennessee reports four years of scalp trouble with itching pimples dandruff and hair loss. After trying many tonics he used Cuticura Soap and Ointment for three months and was completely cured. Cuticura ads note worldwide sales and offer free samples via Cuticura Dept L Boston.
A diner finds a needle in soup and the waiter explains it was a typographical error confusing needle with noodle. The witty reply highlights a printer’s slip turned culinary misprision in a humorous exchange.
Important to mothers to examine every bottle of Castoria for the signature and to ensure it carries the Cry, thuchik In Use For Over 30 Years message. The bottle promotes Fletcher's Castoria as a trusted remedy for children.
A fashion note contrasts a proposed dark brown shade for next fall with a skeptical reaction. The speaker dismisses the taste while another character comments on the trend and expresses personal preferences.
An advertisement touts Laxa Tive Brom o quinine as a cold cure. It claims a signature by E W Grove and promises to stop cough and headache in one day for 25 cents. The copy urges requests for the full name of the genuine product.
Quips from the Houston Post reflect on sugar costs and affection, with a sharp line about keeping up with the price of sugar as a light cultural note.
Grove's Tasteless chill Tonic markets a general tonic with quinine and iron. The ad claims benefits for the liver malaria prevention blood enrichment and whole-body strengthening. Price listed as 50 cents.
A notorious troublemaker draws wary challengers as townsfolk debate who should confront the offender. The man’s reputation as a troublemaker keeps would-be captains away while others weigh the risk of taking him on.
A pamphlet by the National Association for the Study and Prevention of Tuberculosis finds no evidence that hospitals or sanatoria harm local health or property values. The study covers about 150 institutions and cites cases where presence of such facilities improved outdoor living, reduced death rates, or boosted local markets.
Former Representative Eddy of Minnesota faced attack over a campaign issue. A newspaper headline called him two faced, but he defended himself saying no one present would mistake him for two faced, since he would not wear this face if he had two.
Advert says Hanford's Balsam cleanses wounds from rusty nails and other injuries. It claims to kill germs remove dullness and hasten healing. The copy emphasizes cleansing the wound and quick recovery after application.
The essay notes that for Macaulay breakfast invitations test friendship more truly than dinners. He argued to Harriet Beecher Stowe that inviting someone to breakfast signals genuine liking rather than mere obligation or social ties.
An advertisement touts CAPUCINE as a liquid remedy for headaches and grippe with a note on pleasant taste. A proverb exchange follows quoting a sage about practice making perfect and a fool countering with remarks on preaching.
An old advertisement touts Marine Eye Remedy from Chicago for red irritated eyes and granulated lids. It claims quick relief and eye comfort without smarting. The offer appears in a mail order or booklet context.
Fragment discusses a quip about Mrs Jags and her husband to poke fun at a furnace joke. It mentions Hanford's Balsam and a line about economy in large sizes from Ady.
A fragment listing performances or themes such as Gay Paree Night life in Berlin and Merrie England. It notes a comparison of engagements and marriages as viewed from different perspectives, with an ad-like tone and a promotional emphasis.
An old style advertisement touts Dr Porter’s Antiseptic Healing Oil for curing old sores and various ailments. It claims relief from pain and simultaneous healing, with price points of 25c 50c and 1.00 and hints at bargain sales.
FEBRILINE is presented as an improved tasteless quinine syrup marketed for children and adults. The ad claims it is easy to take, stomach friendly, and free of nauseating or nervous effects. It urges requesting the original Rounce package and notes a 25 cent price, closing with an unrelated line about a girl’s image.
A report notes colors influence moods and brain activity. Red stimulates and excites while blue soothes, especially with morning sun. South facing windows and bright flowers like crimson pink and amethyst rhododendrons supposedly lift spirits and calm nerves.
An advertising claim for a prescription labeled Six-Sixty-Six targets malaria or chills and fever. It asserts five or six doses break any case and that taking it as a tonic prevents fever return. The text is a period ad style with price 25 cents.
A collage of quips and ads appears with a boastful gunsmith line about staying out late. An aside touts Hanford's Balsam for back pain. A cynical saying warns of marrying for looks. An Ohio couple’s dream marriage ends tragically in a grim toast.
Fragmentary OCR notes claim ammonia bombs are effective life extinguishers while DICKEY'S OLD RELIABLE EYE WATER is advertised as soothing sore eyes. A line extols Adv. Flirtation as nature's lure toward keeping house.
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