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Newspaper
North Platte Semi Weekly Tribune
Location
North Platte, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1908
Page
7
In Rush Maryland annual eye picking contest brady the egg king defends his 26 year title by selecting hard shelled eggs with his teeth. he dresses in striped bed ticking and leads a colorful parade as crowds gather for the easter morn battle royal.
Grant Victor of Afton Oklahoma, a landholder with 2,200 acres and a cattle business netting $15,000 to $20,000 yearly, quits his private fortune to accept the United States marshal post for the eastern district of Oklahoma at a $4,000 annual salary. He says he will make good despite a personal loss.
A school nature hour task asks for three cold blooded animals. A bright pupil hesitates and names a polar bear a walrus and a weal. The teacher corrects him then asks for three minerals. The reply is vieby elteer and ginger ale.
A federal report says Southern Appalachians hold at least 2,800,000 indicated horsepower from regional streams, with storage reservoirs and forest protection potentially multiplying development up to 30 times. Experts warn that deforestation worsens low water summers and flood silt, but stopping clearcutting could unleash vast economic gains and a $28,000,000 annual return at $20 per horsepower.
An unmarked trunk auctioned in Kalamazoo from Detroit contained lace valued by local merchants at 2000 to 3000 dollars. Bids ranged from 25 cents to 4 50 before the high bidder, a barber, bought it and found the contents inside. The trunk bore the seal and addressed to Mrs J W Weber Detroit Mich U A.
John A Enders of Robertson Avenue Pen Argyl Pennsylvania suffered six years of stinging palm back violent headaches and dizzy spells. A specialist said his kidneys were right yet secretions showed brick dust. After using Deans Kidney Pills his kidneys act normally and he passed gravel stones. Sold by all dealers 60 cents a bottle Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY.
Ephraim Newrich, a dust contractor who has amassed wealth, seeks elite status in London society. A forged friendship and a spoof visiting card from Harold De Vere lead to a similar card bearing Newrich’s claim of owning 23 houses in London.
An 80 year old describes a three year battle with piles and itching eczema. After failing multiple remedies he used Cuticura Soap Ointment and Pills with an ointment suppository syringe. One month of treatment yielded health, then ongoing self treatment reduced to monthly and weekly applications. Apr 26 1907.
A Lithuanian woman during a vaccination session remarks that vaccination marks her as a free citizen, likening it to naturalization papers. The young surgeon notes her recognition of vaccination's importance as she reflects on its social meaning.
Important to Mathera. Examine carefully every bottle of CASTORIA a safe and sure remedy for infants and children, and see that it.
Over eight years the three great iron nations produced 10.9 million tons of pig iron with the United States supplying more than half.
Timely tips boast Defiance Starch claims to prevent tired ironing day and save time and effort with a non sticking formula. A 16 ounce package is advertised at 10 cents from grocers. Also includes a truncated promotional line and a cheeky butcher proverb about reputation.
Wayne Pennsylvania story notes two old ledgers from the Mather homestead in Rednor now Ellison property. Entries begin in 1759 and cover 76 years with a 1816 switch from pounds shillings and pence to dollars and cents. Old handwriting is legible and records 100 cigars for 16 conte.
In this newspaper an advertiser paid for space to persuade readers to purchase specific goods. If a dealer offers a substitute claiming it is “Just as good,” insist on getting exactly what you asked for and rely on the advertised item’s truth that persuaded you.
A nurse explains to an old man that Jimmie Hawkshaw the detective protects her from kidnappers. The excerpt then shifts to an advertisement praising Defiance Starch for omitting harmful chemicals and adding a new ingredient for strength and smoothness.
An office worker recalls a visitor but cannot remember the caller's full name. The person lists possible fragments Grim Hawk Hen Brad Fan Ker Rick but struggles to identify the exact name.
A guide to washing shirt waists at home using smooth iron and Defiance Starch. It promises proper stiffness and finish with less wear on fabrics and a pleasant ironing experience. Starch should not stick to the iron.
The quoted line hints at a humorous prefall moment with Adam poised to speak about fish. The NRC-style note uses playful language to preface a biblical aside, implying humor around telling “whoppers” before the fall.
A garbled advertisement page touts Allen’s Foot-Ease as a cure for hot feet with a 25 cent price, Garfield Tea for rheumatism and gout, Mrs. Winslow's Soothing Syrup for teething, and various distractions including cigars and electric signs. It mixes brand names, claims, and partial phrases with little coherence.
Article urges support for sick women facing displacement and disorders. Highlights Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound as a trusted remedy with testimonials from Mrs. F. Ellsworth and Mrs. W. P. Boyd. Invites readers to write Mrs. Pinkham for guidance and health tips.
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