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Newspaper
Paoli Republican
Location
Paoli, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 22, 1918
Page
8
An advertisement extols Freezone as a painless corn remover. A tiny bottle bought from a druggist supposedly rids hard and soft corns and callouses by simple application, followed by lifting the corn with fingers. Mentions Cincinnati genius as the inventor.
Mothers urged to examine each bottle of Castoria for the correct signature and the claim it has been in use for over years. The disclaimer notes that children cry for Fletcher's Castoria and promotes confidence in the familiar remedy.
An officer touring towns asked a Scottish couple if they had any weapons of war. The old man Sandy turned to his wife and replied with a sly joke about sticking out her tongue.
Readers are invited to try Cuticura Soap and Ointment with free samples. Learn how quickly they relieve itching and scalp troubles. Send to Cuticura Dept X Boston for samples. Available at druggists and by mail. Soap 26 Ointment 25 and 50.
In a small English village a cobbler’s shop hosts old men listening to a young footballer. When asked if he had played football, a veteran replies he has never played and only knows dominos.
Fragmentary item mentions Granulated Biyelida and Ramen Eye Balsam with a claim of overnight relief. A single trial supposedly proves merit. A humorous exchange quotes a Russian about needing a man on horseback and agreeing a bit of horse meat would help.
A City of Toledo note records an oath by an individual claiming actor partnership in a local firm. Details are garbled but reference moves to a business in Toledo and associated names or titles, with unclear dates and specifics.
A fragmented note cites quotes about nosiness pride and complaints. It mentions Maude Steve Edith Marie and Fred in awkward lines from the Boston Transcript. The piece sketches social irritations and a habit of grumbling among readers.
The May 7 primaries in St Joseph County cost nearly $5,200 for ballots and services, while other Indiana items include a Bloomington court fined man for drunkenness, Evansville controllers facing $17,273.74 owed, Gary city employees getting pay raises, German taught abolished in Marshall County, and a river shipment of cars down the Ohio.
Senator Jones of Seattle describes a historic petition presented to the president by leading women’s groups. The document, backed by the Woman’s Christian Temperance Union, seeks war effort support by banning grain in malt and vinous liquor production. The text and signatures were printed in the Congressional Record.
A Maryland legislator notes liquor supporters would pay for votes, while the Union Signal says they use corrupt tactics. The piece urges voters to demand incorruptible candidates who pledge clearly on the wet or dry issue during primaries.
Governor Capper lauds Kansas soldiers noting no rejections for alcoholism and fewer physical disabilities than other states. He cites volunteers filling quotas, Camp Funston commander General Leonard Wood praising Kansas living standards and welfare laws aiding an efficient army camp.
A terse aphorism declares that prohibition has a singular path, urging stern action and widespread enforcement as the sole method to curb vice. The line frames prohibition as a universal solution rather than a nuanced policy.
A vintage health ad promotes Dr. Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery as a spring tonic for blood, listing ingredients like Blood root and Golden Seal root. It urges better diet and uric acid treatment with Apuric and Anuric, inviting readers to mail for a trial package from Dr. Pierce's Institute in Buffalo.
A bulletin from the Imperial Institute notes rice sustains most eastern diets and is widely eaten in Europe and America. The nutritional value depends on the form in which it is consumed.
A short dialogue notes that a wife purchases her own bonnets and sends the bill to her husband. The exchange highlights a straightforward arrangement where she buys as desired with no fuss.
Quote from Andrew Jackson warning that frugality leads to prosperity while careless spending brings poverty and disgrace. The line emphasizes financial prudence as a civic virtue.
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