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Newspaper
Newberg Graphic
Location
Newberg, Oregon, United States of America
Date
May 01, 1896
Page
4
A French journalist in his early days used white linen cuffs and a tiny pencil to jot notes on them. His laundress learned to decipher the cuff writing and gathered the week’s news from his cuffs, turning laundry day into a clever source of gossip.
A novel policy named La Fourmi offers a monthly $1 premium to secure $1,000 to heirs if the insured dies before 88, with the payout shrinking to $510 at age 61. The plan argues younger deaths harm heirs more, while older deaths lessen the need. Also notes a brief comic about a wife who wants cremation and a husband’s blunt reply.
The article catalogs cannibalism myths and bizarre dishes from various tribes, notes on South American eaters, and then shifts to promotional ads for remedies plus long commentary on wealth and titles. It closes with tales of a famed English duke, his estate, and public fascination.
A biographical sketch traces David Bennett Hill from childhood on a farm and selling peanuts on trains to becoming Governor of New York three times and a leading U S Senator. It notes his bachelor status and bachelor dinners, his work ethic, and his plans to remain active in politics this year. The piece also touches on his view of Congress and remarks about society and letters.
The Duke of Westminster is described as the richest man, with seven children and many grandchildren. The piece notes comparisons with DLA Hung Chang and John D. Rockefeller, but crowns the Duke as possibly the wealthiest man alive. The tone is admiring and confident about his securing status.
The critic Beringer calls Hugo the visual and dramatic figure of popular feeling in early republican France. Hugo, initially not a republican, becomes a vivid political figure and possible bridge to a republic. He laments violent scenes at the revolution and jokes about being the channel for Philippe’s return, noting Hugo’s distance from the Constituent Assembly’s regiment.
The San Francisco Examiner reports a lecturer’s engaging talk where FE delivered a practical demonstration on peeling techniques, leaving the audience in tears with emotion and interest. Walker noted the speaker’s effective delivery and subject, while the crowd responded warmly to the culinary guidance.
A fragment from the Pittsburg Chronicle quotes Mrs Dukene and Mrs Gaswell on fashionable fads in various cities. Mrs Dugane mentions Hoshaodry as Chicago’s buzzword, illustrating regional style trends of the era.
A new Iowa bill targets temperance by requiring any adult to obtain a city license costing 2 dollars to drink at a saloon. Licenses last 19 months and are nontransferable. protests by relatives or friends can block issuance. Saloonkeepers face a 10 dollar fine plus costs for selling to unlicensed customers.
Rabbi Leon Harrison of this city outlines a modern view of women as he delivers lectures on The New Woman. He argues that a nation’s civilization is measured by women's standing and that society faces sweeping changes with unknown outcomes.
A historical notice extols St Jacobs Oil as a universally useful burn and scald remedy for homes, factories, and nurseries. It claims rapid healing with no scars, notes danger from matches and heat in all seasons, and asserts soothing pain relief when directions are followed.
A fragment cautions Western emigrants that a safeguard exists in Hostetter’s Stomach Bitters to counteract malarial poison. It touts the Bitters as a remedy for biliousness constipation kidney and nervous complaints and rheumatism while a garbled quote about a cherry tree is noted.
An 19th century warning urges avoiding catarrh remedies with mercury. It promotes Hall's Catarrh Cure from F J Cheney Co Toledo Ohio as mercury free and effective when taken internally. Also touts Hall's Family Pills as best, with price noted at 75 cents.
General David T. Beals of the Union National Bank of Kanana City credits Paine's celery compound with restoring his nerves and energy. The piece highlights endorsements from prominent figures and the remedy's claimed effects on rheumatism heart weakness sleeplessness and digestive issues.
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