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Newspaper
Newberg Graphic
Location
Newberg, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Feb 01, 1890
Page
4
A St Louis Globe Democrat essay argues authors face harsh markets with overproduction and limited slots. Editors choose from many meritorious works, favoring established names, driven by strict business lines and demand.
A London Lancet contributor notes over a decade about 140 reported chloroform deaths. Many healthy patients died during minor operations or before procedures began. The piece argues chloroform is unreliable and dangerous, advocating ether with nitrous oxide as a safer alternative.
A collage of advice covers bullet wound care with wound cleaning and protection, extracting bullets after healing, thirst relief via fruit and bark, and safe shooting with eyes closed. It also includes notes on ventilation, gear like socks and chamois, and commentary on writing style and reader responses.
An old Brooklyn Eagle excerpt mocks lavish church fundraising and wealthy donors. It parodies readings urging riches, then cites a parable of the widow who gave all, contrasting opulence with humble alms and satirical notes on funding.
An 19th century critique lauds the New Croton Aqueduct as one of the world’s leading works. It contrasts its length and diameter with tunnels in Chicago, Cleveland, Baltimore and Liverpool, noting the Croton’s unparalleled overall scale and dam features.
The text divides people into nervous and muscular types, noting the nervous type has sharper eyes and quicker pain sensitivity while the muscular type shows calm and strong limbs. It cites experiences of scholars, laborers, and travelers to illustrate variable pain tolerance and mentions brain disease factors and early brain inflammation affecting pain perception.
Testimonials praise Sierra Kidney and Liver Cure as a miracle remedy sold by Sierra Chemical Co. in San Francisco. A purchaser notes they bought a dozen bottles and found the product effective, endorsing Kipser and Liver Cure to the debilitated. Also referenced is German Reichstag budget passage and military service exemptions for theological students.
An open letter from Professor J P Looney of Fulton Public School endorses Dr Darrin and his five, noting a complete cure of a seven year catarrh and bronchitis case by electricity and medicine. The missive urges readers to seek a consultation, claims broad patient success, and asserts the doctors’ wide reputations in Oregon.
Drs Darrin provide free consultations at the Washington building corner of Washington and fourth streets Portland and Hotel Gondolfe Tacoma Wash hours 10 to 1 daily and 7 to 8 evenings Sundays 10 to 12. They claim to cure chronic diseases loss of manhood and sexual weaknesses with confidential treatment and home care possible after a visit. Inquiries answered and investors sent free.
A proverb contrasts self reliance with dependence on others as a wise man expects from within and a foal seeks outside help. It reflects on personal responsibility and resilience.
A health blurb touts Dr. David Kennedy's Favorite Remedy from Rondout New York as curing or easing rheumatic and sciatic pain. Frank Strait of New Hamburg North Carolina reports dramatic relief after three doses and urges others to try the remedy.
A Pittsburgh mail order ad promises a large collection of rare novelty and chromatic cards. Buyers of Dr McLane’s Liver Pills at 25 cents can mail the outer wrapper with their address and 4 cents to receive the list and a package of oleographic cards from Fleming Bros.
A jumbled ad filled with medical claims and remedies. It promotes Kirk’s German Pile Ointment for piles and itching, Hostetter’s Stomach Bitters as a nerve tonic, Dr Pierce’s Favorite Prescription for women, Livingston’s Tansy Wafers, Dobbin’s Electric Soap, and assorted health promises. Contains prices, promises of refunds, and broad health appeals.
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