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Newspaper
Newberg Graphic
Location
Newberg, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Apr 25, 1902
Page
4
The passage touts a medicine claiming to purify blood and act as a tonic to cure various humors and eruptions. It promises radical long lasting cures and to bolster the entire system, appealing to weak and languid states.
The testimonial claims Hood's Sarsaparilla vastly improves health at low cost. It describes scrofula and near blindness, with restored vision after two to eight bottles, asserting unusual efficacy and strength of the remedy.
In a short New York Weekly item the comic curiosity centers on Mr Binks and the puzzling tale of Biffkins. The piece notes absence of a wife discussion and riffs on rumors of marriage with a humorous exaggeration about his shoe wear and car fare.
A family used a drawing room as a temporary theater during a boy's early acting period. A provocative sign over the door barred all patrons under 13 while inviting those older, aiming to charm a raucous crowd. The scene recalls a public posture toward youth and entertainment in the period.
A testimonial from Frank Chambers of Chiswick describes two years of severe indigestion and chest pains eased by Vogeler’s Curative Compound. He credits a physician’s formula from London and notes improved sleep and appetite. Proponents offer a free sample from St Jacobs Oil Ltd Baltimore.
Louis Lacoste of Montreal has designed a brake device for steamers that deploys a hinged vertical gate from the waterline to act as an emergency stop. When released, the gate swings outward at right angles to the ship’s course and is held by rear braces, with multiple sets possible on a single vessel.
The article reviews Professor Woodward’s view on how Earth's cooling and meteoric dust affect the length of the day. It explains that day length has changed little in 2,000 years and likely by about one hour over vast geological spans, with changes tied to temperature loss and cubic contraction.
The passage states that on average one gramme falls to Earth daily, and over a million million years the length of a day would not increase by more than a quarter of a second. Taken together, the day will gradually shorten, not lengthen, though the change occurs at an extremely slow rate.
A 1862 grand Washington carriage once owned by Mrs Kate Chase Sprague sits in Thomas B Young’s salesroom, a relic of era’s prestige. The Seward and Sherman carriages, also stored, reflect Civil War era celebrity and historic transport. A lighter wartime tale follows along with a dog tragedy and a barroom digression anchoring the piece in late 19th century era anecdotes.
An article touts Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound as able to cure serious uterine and digestive ailments described by Mrs Williams of Englishtown New Jersey. It asserts the compound’s superiority and urges women to demand the product at stores.
A resident recalls a disturbing nighttime incident as a crank called, demanding and threatening to reveal alleged exploits on the golf links. The encounter ended with the caller departing after pressure.
A brief exchange shows the pupil claiming two hours of practice while the professor counters that two hours would feel like six, highlighting a humorous take on effort and perception.
Mrs Galey muses about publishing love letters while Mr Gnley quips about admitting she married a fool in a witty, intimate exchange reflecting domestic humor.
Sir Arthur Sullivan once carried a letter from the future Queen Alexandra to Denmark’s queen mother. The Danish queen read it and quipped that the writer would tell about the little monkey. Sullivan replied he knew nothing of any monkey, and the queen laughed saying she meant the writer herself.
The ancient Mexicans used a side mouthpiece whistle with two finger holes producing at least three notes. It reflects early musical tool design and regional sonic diversity in precolonial cultures.
A neighbor taunts Mrs. Everly about her elegant furniture while another woman vows to bid at a sheriff sale within six months, hoping to purchase the items. The exchange hints at a looming court action and real estate dispute.
A visitor asks for what’s on hand at the pen and the warden, a former dry goods clerk, offers striped items and a wholesome coffee substitute that supposedly strengthens red blood. A young woman seeks a tonic for blue blood, while Old Tank notes he swaps one load for another in the exchange.
John L. Sullivan is praised as both truthful and a skilled fighter. He admitted, Ive made a monkey of myself again, in a recent remark reflecting on his public image.
Major F. R. Burnham, an American scout who served with the British cavalry in the Boer War, denies applying for the position of instructor of evcuits at Aldershot. Joel Chandler Harris, author, lives in a frame cottage in Atlanta, Georgia, writing six to seven hours daily and producing 1,500 to 2,000 words with a typewriter.
A court quip reports Mrs Jones asking about a silk smoking jacket and Mrs Smith replying she converted it into a sofa pillow because he preferred to sit and envoke in it. The judge comments on the humorous exchange.
Cadleigh cites a quarrel with Miss Pechis as the reason for denying more chances to Miss Wiggins. Cadleigh acknowledges past generosity but admits stubborn motive linked to spite.
A brisk exchange shows one person eager to finish a story while the other admits growing anxiety and urges patience. The dialogue hints at an immersive reading experience with tension over reaching the ending.
A Brooklyn Life item notes a husband intends to present a portrait as a birthday gift, while the recipient remains unaware of the plan. The casual exchange highlights a thoughtful surprise in domestic life.
In Brooklyn Life a father recalls his long kept automobile and muses on his daughter’s suitor. The suitor declares commitment while the father admits nostalgia for his own car ownership.
A dialogue contrasts brief knowledge with danger in historical writing. A remark questions a young man’s aging perspective, while advertisements tout Hamlin’s Wizard Oil as rejuvenating for older readers. See your druggist.
A Philadelphia Press quotation notes Markley’s death attributed to a complication of troubles after a week with a slight cold. It mentions his attempt to use various remedies suggested by friends and cites a testimonial from J W O Baren of Minneapolis praising Piso's Cure as a cough remedy.
In a light exchange from Tit-Bits Hetty pleads for Bertha to reveal the hat her husband promised. Bertha says the hat is still only a dream, echoing a playful domestic anecdote about vows and contrived gifts.
An old advertisement claims Allen's Foot Base powder makes tight or new shoes easy to wear. It promises to relieve slow, hot, sweating, aching feet and conditions like corns and bunions. Trial package offered free by mail to Allen 5 Olmsted Le Roy New York.
In the Ohio State Journal a witty exchange notes society buds appearing at a reception despite early spring frost fears. The quip suggests anxious guests and playful weather worry.
An anxious groom confronts a tense moment with his father in law as he complains about missing a check while the father mocks the groom and points to the wife who writes notes to obtain money.
In Philadelphia Press humor, a clerk offers a selection of neckties at $1 while a shopper insists on paying no more than a quarter. The exchange highlights buyer restraint and clerical sales banter over color preferences.
A sharp remark from Cerberus as a boy is led to the spanking department. He is described as having a strong bump of litigation and is already vigorously contesting his parents' will.
Miss Susan M. Hallowell, professor of botany at Wellesley College for 27 years, has tendered her resignation. Her retirement removes the last member of the 1875 opening faculty.
Officials appeal to local businesses to advertise in the paper and sustain its coverage of events, services, and public notices. The message highlights budget needs and asks for timely involvement to keep the newspaper as a trusted community resource.
Trains depart Drain for Portland with stops at stations including Agaia Sacramento San Francisco Ogden and Los Angeles. Connections at San Francisco link to steamship lines serving Honolulu Japan China Philippines Central and South America. Bee agent at Drain station or address.
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