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Newspaper
Newton Record
Location
Newton, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 21, 1899
Page
2
The report notes efforts to raise bri ings, build monuments, hoist smoke stacks, and install storefronts. It also mentions contracts for moving or framing builds, engines, and heating systems as part of ongoing urban improvements.
The report covers wage gains for cotton mill workers, a Kentucky election certificate for Gen. Taylor, silver dollar production figures, Idaho Senator Heitfield’s remarks on silver and prosperity, Porto Rico tariff issues, Monopoly concerns, McKinley’s tariff stance, and a probate notice in Jasper County Iowa naming J C Waring's estate administrator.
A column on manners, dress, and hostessing contrasts with commentary on poverty, vanity, and social expectations. It references fashion, jewelry, and decor, alongside snippets about etiquette, public figures, and a historical note about Sir Rudolf Slain and a Windkor case.
A public health note explains that rain cannot be dodged and germs of consumption are everywhere. Strong throats and well nourished bodies resist infection, while thin blood and poor health invite it. If cough persists and throat and lungs feel raw, seek remedy now.
Scott's Emulsion of cod liver oil with hypophosphites promises to heal inflamed membranes strengthen digestion and appetite and boost weight. It claims to fortify the whole body and prevent germs of consumption from gaining a foothold. Scott & Bowne advertise at draughts New York.
A clustered local ad assortment promotes Maple City Soap by grocers, Claussen meat market for fresh and salted meats, and Chamberlain's Pain Balm praised by D B Johnston of Richmond Indiana for rheumatic relief. Drugstores Wagley and Smead distributed Pain Balm. Nora advises cosmetic remedies with Rocky Mountain for blemish improvement.
A fragmented OCR note advertises an anti diuretic by Dr E Detohon claiming benefits for children who soil bedding during sleep. It mentions cures and a potential value over $100, with possible regional attribution to Iowa and a promoter named ASLO RENNeugaint Rewion.
John Cosover in Newton Iowa advertises 30 000 lambs 4 000 yearling weathers 3 000 aged feeding ewes and 5 000 breeding ewes ages two to four years delivered at varying times at living prices Ed Cook is authorized to contract on their behalf Also promotes Mapie City Soap made from prime tallow and coconut oil claiming it won t injure Guest fabric or cause wringer cling
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