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Newspaper
Odon Journal
Location
Odon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1912
Page
7
N W Hepburn argues that butter quality in Illinois suffers not from the hand separator itself but from insanitary practices tied to its use. He urges better farm sanitation, quality grading, and payment based on quality to drive improvements in raw milk and cream handling for superior butter.
W. C. Coffey argues for uniform flock wool through pure bred rams of the same breed, proper feeding, and careful management. He notes English down mutton breeds dominate the Midwest and stresses avoiding mixed breeds to maintain fiber uniformity and market value. Careful handling of burrs, foreign matter, and feed sorting reduces damage and costs while preserving wool quality.
Congressman Jim Mann overhears a playful couple in a Chicago train car. The wife dreams of a flattering affinity while the husband dismisses it as a desire for a plain liar. The scene, recounted by Mack's National Monthly, reads as light social humor.
A discussion defines a star as a ball player whose brilliance draws fans and pays the box office, with salaries tied to reputation. The piece notes mental strain and suggests a waning star fades with fan interest and earnings. The excerpt also includes snippets of social chatter about marriages and infatuation.
Chancellor Day who expelled a woman for complaining of the fare can sympathize with M Beaumier director of the Paris High School of Commerce who suspended a pupil for sending him an artichoke with a worm from luncheon protest.
Advertises Murine products for red weak eyes and granulated lids. Claims doctors use it in practice and features an illustrated book in each package. Sold by merchants and bottled by Murine Eye Remedy Co Chicago.
A speaker notes rumors about people labeled as queer and observes men paying to watch ballet dancers while women perform similar steps publicly. The remark contrasts private theatergoing with street performances, implying gendered double standards.
Public notice advertises over five million free samples of Allen’s Foot Ease antiseptic powder each year. It claims constant rising sales prove the powder’s merit for tired, aching feet and swelling. Sample free by mail from Allen Olmsted Le Roy N Y.
An old advertisement extols Paxtine Antiseptic for women who care for a clean mouth and sweet breath. It markets the product at 25 cents a box or postpaid from The Paxton Toilet Co Boston Mass, noting witty quips about wives and push in men.
Hall's Journal of Health reports Castoria as harmless and effective for stomach pains and nerves, aiding digestion without opiates. It contrasts Castoria with narcotic tonics and urges safeguarding children from unsafe medicines.
A brief note describes a sister with a six foot tall companion and another reference to beaux without an end, capturing a small family social detail from a historic snippet.
James Greenman of Ionia Michigan describes severe kidney trouble with back pain urinary weakness and stone formation. After taking Doan's Kidney Pills he passed a half inch stone and many smaller stones with quick recovery avoiding surgery.
An eclectic detergent of patent medicines and quack remedies markets health claims for liver kidney and digestive troubles. Items include Garfield Tea promoted for global use and Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup for teething and colic with high price claims.
Howell notes Rowell has filed for bankruptcy while Powell calls the failure his own fault. The exchange reflects tensions over Rowell's financial troubles.
Garfield Teaz advertises an herbal remedy claiming to ease costiveness and sluggish liver. The copy urges readers to try the treatment as a superior option without noting ingredients or clinical proof.
A preservation effort forms around the 98 year old little red brick building on the State House square in Frankfort Kentucky. The structure, visited by Daniel Boone during post erection visits, is the oldest state building and will be 100 in two years if left standing.
The quip features Mrs Hewligus asking about her husband’s view on woman suffrage. He replies by using a playful image saying one foot in the air and describes him as a chronic kicker. The exchange captures a light moment centered on gender rights.
The ad touts Cole's Carboli salve as quickly curing skin diseases with instant burn pain relief and scarless healing. It offers free samples by writing to J. W. Cole & Co. in Black River Falls Wisconsin. An aside notes how alarm clocks surprise some people.
A woman explains she upholds certain virtues out of duty rather than pride. She states that her discipline guides daily actions and shape of character, reflecting a personal commitment to ethical conduct as a core value.
Garfield Tea proves its merit by winning again as the top choice among her beat parties, signaling continued audience support and strong coverage.
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