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Newspaper
Perth Amboy Evening News
Location
Perth Amboy, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
May 22, 1908
Page
1
The Philadelphia Press will print the latest baseball news and gossip with best reports of all games, amply illustrated, accurately and fairly written for readers eager to follow daily scores and league developments.
A grandfather tells two children why a ship built long ago was named Robin. A robin nested on the bow during construction and again on the starboard side, leading the owner to finish planking only after the final nest hatched. The vessel sailed freely and was regarded as fortunate, built by a man who respected bird life.
A short, wry verse about a game the Hollanders play to see who can go without blinking. The poem notes the game is always the same regardless of whether the day is gray or gay and leaves the reader guessing what others are thinking.
A vintage notice outlines monthly gem themes with associated flowers and initials for a party game. It also promotes Foley's Urinary Laxative as a cure for chronic constipation, claiming quick relief and gentle action, urging readers to use no substitutes.
Bird dogs have been identified by name for centuries with early training by the Duke of Northumberland in the 16th century and later by the Duke of Gordon around 1800. The text notes the emergence of reliable records of bird dog training in the 19th century and mentions a remark about a horse’s tongue seen by a young lady, contrasted with a cabby’s quip.
A fragment suggests considering a “new test” for want advertising today. The text is unclear and lacks identifiable people places or organizations to form a full news item. Further readable details are needed to craft a complete summary card.
Public notice announces the City of Perthboy council intention to lay a 12 inch sewer in Stedman Place with manholes and receiving basins. Objections in writing to the Water Commissioner must be filed within ten days of the notice dated May 19 1908 and signed by City Clerk Wilbur Labor.
ManZan Pile Remedy comes ready to use in a collapsible tube with nozzle. One application soothes and heals reduces inflammation and relieves soreness and itching. Price 60c Sold by Sexton druggist.
Public notices from Perth Amboy detail council plans for a 12 inch sewer on Oak Street to Market Street, Lawton Place work, bid solicitations for paving and grading, and an ordinance to set established grades. Notices urge objections in writing within ten days. Dated May 1908.
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