17 Jan 1884
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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jan 17, 1884
Page
1
Few are aware of the importance of checking a cough or common cold. The first stage would yield to a mild remedy, if neglected soon preys upon the lungs. Croft's Hypophosphites afford instant relief. For sale by Steiner Bros.
A boy named Jessy Dean who traveled from the west to Boston to study music is missing. The report notes little detail beyond his disappearance and origin.
The Henry Nutt case draws rising attention as James Nutt appears nervous and unwell in court He testifies with defense describing a controlling influence and diminished mental faculties while relatives describe his weakness of mind and deep family ties The defense argues his actions resulted from external coercion and emotional trauma surrounding the Dukes affair and family ruin
A brief, witty take on Oscar Wilde's new book Impressions of America. The snippet notes Wilde’s journey and hints at satirical observations, mentioning Dr Bull’s Cough Syrup as a well-known remedy and public reaction to his impressions.
The Baltimore charity organization, led by mayor F. C. Latrobe, reports $1,883 received since January 1 and about 3,000 loaves of bread and meal as aid. A $600 donation from “A Lady” was distributed by the marshal among six police district captains for city poor relief.
A Galveston tale tells of a young book agent offering a multi volume encyclopedia for a ticket to San Antonio. The clerk counters with fare and trade talk, while the agent hyped his sale with grandiose claims. The exchange ends with the agent fleeing, leaving the ticket window and the town's amusement.
A lion ridicules a rabbit for being small yet bold and falls victim when his arrogance leads to entrapment. The rabbit escapes unharmed and muses that simple beings can outlive grand poses. A bee can disrupt a picnic more than a butterfly, proving small things matter.
The article warns that debility and mental stupor from a coatic habit can be avoided by a regular regimen using an agent-like pleasant laxative. It promotes Croft's Figs sold by Steiner Bros as the recommended preparation.
A Chicago Inter-Ocean investigation shows up to a thousand glass eye wearers in the city with 600 to 300 eyes sold yearly. Uri Germany produces the best eyes for tears resistance and taxidermy uses. The eye is a thin shell fitted over the socket, with iris blown in and polished. Surgical practice now often preserves stumps with movable artificial eyes and multiple substitutes for day and night use.
The article cites official U S regulation on redeeming mutilated notes and silver certificates with precise fractions and affidavits. It also reports a local Galveston prank where musician Malony De Smith was tricked while performing Way Down on the Swanee River.
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