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Newspaper
Pickens Sentinel
Location
Pickens, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 11, 1916
Page
7
An old advertisement extols Dodson's Liver Tone as a safe vegetable alternative to calomel for liver cleansing. It warns calomel causes bone necrosis and sickness, touts Liver Tone as gentle, non salivating, and suitable for children, with druggists noting calomel sales decline.
A humorous quip contrasts a politician’s stance on preparedness with his political priorities. The speaker jokes that the congressman’s loyalties lie with party and power before patriotism, prompting reflection on voting signals and public trust.
Macon Georgia resident H J Lamar reports his one year old child suffered prickly heat intensely. After two days with Hancock Sulphur Compound the child was relieved and sleep restored. A tablespoonful in the bath over three days added soothing effect. Sold by all dealers Hancock Liquid Sulphur Co Baltimore MD. Write for booklet.
A humorous exchange notes a wife persuading her husband not to buy a $200 gown, illustrating how talk can save money and avert a costly purchase. The brief quip reflects domestic wit and comic budgeting.
Advertising copy touts Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic as a malaria fighter and iron booster with quinine stated on the label. It notes a price of 50 cents and reflects a promotional tone common in early health ads.
Local mothers in Joplin Missouri report success using Vap-O-Rub on throats and chests for croupy colds. Testimonials from Mrs J W Drew and Mrs M Black praise quick relief, with notes on three sizes priced 2c, 50c and 1.00, claiming it safer than internal medicines.
Prof. Kempster outlines economical hen feeding to maximize egg output. Emphasizes balanced rations, combining whole and ground grains, avoiding full grain only diets, and using protein-rich supplements like meat foods and oil meals. Also notes dangers from moldy grain, excessive hulls, and improper storage of cornmeal.
The ad urges Americans to guard against kidney trouble from rich food and overwork. It touts Anuric as a remedy to expel uric acid, claims it is 37 times more potent than another drug, and offers trial packs from Dr. Pierce at Buffalo.
A witty exchange contrasts views of Jack Scadds, described as homely yet strangely attractive, highlighting cheeky humor about appearance and appeal.
An advertisement touts Hanford's Balsam as a quick healer for cuts sores burns lameness and other external ailments. It urges every home to keep the remedy on hand.
A spirited dialogue features a claim of offering a heart of hearts and a sharp retort about passing hearts among girls. The banter highlights romantic intrigue and playful mistrust in a social setting.
A Baltimore doctor promotes Resinol Ointment and Resinol Soap as a simple cheap home treatment for eczema ringworm and rashes. Bath the affected area with warm water apply a thin layer of ointment and cover with a bandage twice daily to halt itching and clear the skin. Also notes rising match prices driving Shanghai district trades in flint and steel with potential substitution for matches.
In a dialog about origins, a boy asks his mother where she came from before St Louis. She explains Norway, distant and across the sea, and notes she was a girl when she left there. The boy laments not traveling with her.
A Me town woman recovering from scarlet fever was limited to small sips until Grape-Nuts was introduced. Her doctor approved it and she quickly improved gaining weight and energy. She praises the cereal and recommends it to others with stomach trouble, noting it helped her return to daily duties. The testimonial is from Battle Creek, Michigan.
A concise line plays on well known phrases about travel and ports, contrasting Rome with Hampton Roads to hint at a misdirection or irony about routes and ships stopping. The wording suggests a witty, literary observation rather than a news event.
An ad touts Q Ban Hair Color Restorer promising natural darkening after a week of daily shampooing. It claims gray or faded hair becomes thicker and shinier without dye, marketed by Q Ban Laboratories in Memphis Tennessee for 60 cents.
A brief exchange praises a man who always seems alert when chances arise. He is described as a fortunate figure who consistently catches lucky breaks.
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