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Newspaper
Oxford Eagle
Location
Oxford, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Jul 19, 1906
Page
3
A fragment urges readers to view backache as a warning from nature especially for women. It describes symptoms such as warts, persistent aches in the back and side, fatigue, nervousness, and a sense of burden that disables daily tasks.
A reader testimonial from Mrs. Marte Morris of Atlanta Georgia praising Lydia Pinkham's Vegetable Compound for alleviating feminine and kidney disorders. She describes relief from backache, headaches, sleepless nights, and monthly pain after two months of use, noting improved regularity and overall strength.
The fragment mentions Prof Edward C Pickering of Harvard Observatory proposing an international observatory with a world committee of eminent astronomers. They would raise funds, build a gigantic telescope, and advance global collaboration in astronomy. The prose also includes moral musings and scattered aphorisms from various sources.
A historical column celebrates the name George in show business and beyond. It cites George Ade and George M. Cohan, notes how many Georges appear in society, and ponders how names influence career and identity across eras and professions.
A resident of Washington PA recounts severe stomach pains dizziness and facial boils tied to bad blood. After trying Dr Williams Pink Pills for Pure People she reports relief from stomach issues and skin problems and endorses the remedy for others with similar ailments. The ad promotes Dr Williams Medicine Company Schenectady NY offering boxes for $2.40.
An inquiry to the attorney general concerns a joint funding arrangement for a Belzoni bridge over the Yacco. Holmes and Washington counties and the town offer partial contributions toward the cost, with details of eligible shares and state oversight.
The article contrasts high professional fees across fields, noting surgeons charging up to 10 000 dollars or more and a German government payment equivalent to half a year’s earnings. It cites John Morley earning around 34 008 dollars for a biography, illustrating how skilled work commands large rewards in this era.
The piece notes a rising trend of women in Japan entering clerical and retail jobs in Tokyo and other cities, signaling broader emancipation. It cites education gains with eightfold growth in female school attendance and a higher ratio of women in teacher training, reflecting shifting social conditions.
Ohio stands as a populous state with wide stretches from Boston to San Francisco when joined arm in arm. It notes strong military readiness with many men fit for duty and vast coal and iron production surpassing some gold mines. The piece traces early settlements to the southeast and highlights Ohio’s large area with high population density for its age.
A collection of proverbs with notes on origins including Dutch, American Negro, German, Danish. The sayings cover bees and honey, prudence, honesty, and social roles through seasons and holidays.
A farmer credits Postum with curing long standing stomach problems caused by coffee. He stopped coffee, started Postum, and reports full health restoration, improved appetite, and added weight. Family members also switched to Postum after observing his improvements. Battle Creek, Michigan based Postum Co. advertises a ten day trial and a booklet titled The Way to Well.
Cambridge scientist J Stanley Gardner reports on deep sea discoveries in the Indian Ocean. He notes abundant floating life to depths of 1200 fathoms, enormous squids and prawns, and varied eye development among deep sea animals.
Capt J W Hoern former postmaster Indianola now in Austin Texas writes of long kidney trouble with pain in hips shoulders and neuralgia. Headache eye trouble and night sweats plagued him after trials of climates and medicines. He credits Deans Kidney Pills with his recovery and renewed eyesight. Sold by all dealers 5 cents a box Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY.
A jumble of humorous quips and witticisms appears as a light feature in the page. Dialogues mix with riddles about marriage work and music, ending with a pun about a buzz saw and a monkey wrench.
A jumble of aphorisms on wealth vanity and pride followed by scattered notices and ads. The page includes recruitment call details a joke about Johnny on the spot a fashion lookbook from Lord and Taylor and brief references to studies in Washington and medical patent claims alongside fragmented local mentions and stray names.
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