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Newspaper
Myrtle Point Enterprise
Location
Myrtle Point, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Oct 21, 1910
Page
6
A heated exchange ends with the woman declaring she will return to her mother. He remains calm and agrees, stating he will meet her later that evening after revealing he has been invited to supper with her mother.
A humorous exchange on marriage ends with a quip about in law duties. An old Mothers advertisement touts Mrs Winslow’s Soothing Syrup as the best remedy for teething children.
In Paris a defendant named Tambornino insulted his lawyer during a theft trial causing a disturbance in the dock. The lawyer recovered and used the outburst to secure an acquittal for the accused. An ad for Marine Eye Remedy follows, pitching Tr Alurine for eye troubles with claims of soothing relief.
A sobbing newsboy leans against a wall as a passerby urges him to cheer up. The boy mutters with stammering pride that he may be president someday, while recalling mockery about his looks.
An old advertisement touts Allen's Foot-Ease as a remedy for hot sweating callus and swollen aching feet. It claims Bold by all Druggists at 25 cents with a trial package free and lists Allen 8 Olmsted Le Roy NY.
A woman proudly serves crullers she baked to a guest at tea. He jokes that larger crullers would have made better automobile tires, teasing the domestic scene with a light, wry humor.
If Eyes Bother You get a box of Pettit’s Eye Salve an old reliable remedy made by Howard Bros. Buffalo New York all druggists offer the product.
A description explains that while diamond is extremely hard it is brittle. When placed between two hard steel faces in a hydraulic press and pressure is slowly increased the steel will indent the diamond.
A reader praises Cascarets for dyspepsia and sour stomach after two years of suffering. He notes relief lasting beyond other medicines and recommends them to friends. The ad touts palatable tablets in 10¢ 25¢ sizes, claiming no bulk sale and a money back guarantee.
A brief exchange unfolds as a man asks about witnessing a grand struggle with waves. The other, in a green shirt, recalls a two hour scene where a professional hairdresser wrestled with his wife’s marcel waves.
The celebrated fireman known as Big Jim polishes No 20 while the city notes his flawless service and admired pride in the department. A ragged, barefoot boy watches from the doorway seeking shoes and help, saying he has no parents or friends.
Jim, a fireman, befriends Black Pete a hungry alley boy. Pete aids in rescuing trapped men by severing a wire to create a crude escape. Pete dies saving others, Jim mourns his brave acts and recalls the boy’s dream to be a fireman.
The Oregon State Board of Examiners in Optometry announces a reward for arrest and conviction of any person testing eyes and selling glasses without a board certificate. Certificates must be registered with and countersigned by the county clerk. Public notice warns against patronizing uncertified practitioners and urges witnesses in court. For details contact H. W. Barr, Secretary, Salem, Oregon.
Dr. Marian N. Clark promotes alfalfa as a comprehensive remedy after electrolysing the plant to condense healing elements. She cites cures for nervous ailments and insomnia, claiming a tiny tablet can soothe many conditions, including anxiety and mood issues, with dramatic anecdotal success.
Recipe notes describe almond ice cream with cream sugar almonds caramel vanilla and sherry then freeze. Also a pickling method for watermelon rind with grape leaves alum and a spiced syrup of sugar vinegar cloves cinnamon and ginger.
A humorous exchange recounts a man boasting of sneaking into his home undetected and a warden claiming a six month sentence. The prisoner jokes about bad luck and his hair, while the crowd mocks the idea of a light punishment. The piece captures a lighthearted crime anecdote from Illustrated Bits.
A simple method suggests placing freshly harvested potatoes in cold water briefly, then rubbing with burlap or coarse cloth to remove all skin particles without staining fingers. The tip emphasizes quick preparation and minimal mess.
A new spade design features a blade with long oval holes that let fine cement flow through to improve finish. The perforations enable better mixing and a smoother surface on concrete.
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