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Newspaper
Pickens Sentinel
Location
Pickens, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 13, 1915
Page
6
W R Davenport of Parker North Carolina suffered for years from a stomach illness doctors called catarrh of the stomach. After trying Mayr's Wonderful Remedy he reports instant relief and a near cure through the full course of treatment. He says friends have been cured too and urges readers to try the remedy with a money back guarantee.
The text notes the distinction between the male title mister and the female title madam and reflects on why mis ter is used for men. The passage contrasts gender forms and hints at social naming conventions.
An advertisement touts Cuticura Soap and Ointment as the most effective for hot skin in babies, claiming cleansing and healing benefits for rashes, itching, and chafing from birth onward. It offers free samples by mail from Boston and notes wide availability. The piece ends with a humorous aside about a listener’s query to a father.
Chief J. W. Reynolds of Newport News Virginia endorses Babek Elixir for malaria chills and fever, claiming long use without a more effective remedy. The ad promotes Babek at 50 cents and offers liver pills at 25 cents and 60 pills for 25 cents via parcel post from Kloczewski Co, Washington DC.
A collection of .ads advocating Hanford's Balsam as a universal remedy for cuts burns and sores with brief lifestyle quips and political humor. The snippets promote household use and quick relief, while a diplomat dialogue alludes to trust and discretion in relationships.
Mrs Joseph Aselin of Minneapolis states she suffered two years with monthly pains from inflammation. After three bottles of Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound she regained strength and can do housework. She invites inquiries and notes the medicine is made from native roots and berries and contains no narcotics.
A conservative serge street suit features a long skirt with broad side plaits and a straight box coat style jacket. It has a high waist, no belt, a silk rolled collar, and a V shaped vest inset. Accessories include tan spats and a sailor hat with barnyard straw trim.
The guide suggests smoothing a wrinkled tie or ribbon by lightly dampening the crease and wrapping it around a clean lit electric bulb. The method aims to restore sharp creases and a fresh appearance for formal wear accessories.
Bonnet style hats lead among children's wear with two featured trims. One vies by a sloped crown and curved brim resembling a poke bonnet, ribbons, satin buds, and a front bow. The other prints a mushroom crown with ribbed hemp braid and ribbon ties, plus floral wreaths and dark ribbon accents.
In the spring season fashion embraces grapes as chic adornments for hats and evening wear. Descriptions include a dance frock with pale grape clusters on phovidera and at the girdle, and a black milan turban with black and green grapes and velvet leaves.
A nationwide shift reports calomel fading as Dodson's Liver Tone gains trust for safer, gentler liver health. Drugists guarantee results, sell family bottles at 50 cents, and promise money-back if not effective. It claims to prevent headaches biliousness and digestive issues while avoiding calomel’s side effects.
Report notes a remarkably agreeable pair described as very congenial and capable of choosing wallpaper without wrangling, highlighting their unusual partnership.
A Virginia woman recalls lifelong facial blemishes ending after using Resinol ointment and soap, costing two dollars for two jars and some soap. The ad claims her skin is blemish free and she has a beautiful complexion.
The exchange notes a $50 poker win last night and a joke about a $75 gown for the wife, signaling casual talk on winnings and purchases in a social moment.
An old advertisement promotes Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic as a malaria remedy and system builder. It states the formula includes Quinine and Iron in a tasteless form and notes a price of 50 cents. Ady.
A lighthearted column ponders how Mrs. Smith plans a striking and unusual baby name to pair with the surname Smith. Three months later readers note a humorous twist as Mrs. Smith wheels a John in a go cart, underscoring playful domestic humor.
In Dallas North Carolina Mrs Thomas Davis describes years of painful womanly troubles with weight loss and sleepless nights. After one bottle of Cardul the pain stopped and after four bottles she weighed 126 pounds and could work normally. She recommends Cardul to other suffering women.
A Massachusetts woman extols Grape Nuts for six years as a healthful food for all ages, noting it as a meat substitute and pairing it with hot Postum and fruit to improve health, nerves, and weight. The testimonial, signed by Postum Co. of Battle Creek, Mich, promotes The Road to Wellville.
A collage of short lines offering folklore humor about secrets, flirtation, education, and baby talk. It contrasts diplomas with education and hints at how a man responds to a baby related charm and a young man’s guessing game.
An early 20th century ad promotes Vicks Vap-O-Rub salve claiming a special process releases medicated vapors from monthol thymos eucalyptus camphor and pine tar when applied to heated skin. The ad emphasizes soothing vapors and warm relief.
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