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Newspaper
Pickens Sentinel
Location
Pickens, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 21, 1914
Page
5
Abraham Lincoln Carter faced theft charges in Staunton Washington over $7.50. A young defense lawyer secured an acquittal after a strong plea. Outside the courthouse the lawyer jokes about payment and Carter offers to repay with work, citing the $7.50.
A father fondly recalls a summer trip abroad praising Italy while his son teases about pests. Johnny comments that his father is a lucky dog for not being bothered by fleas during the journey. The exchange preserves a light, humorous tone.
An advertisement touts STELLA-VITAE as a cure for female diseases and related symptoms. It cites Mrs. Sallie Holton of Bartow Ga praising the remedy after years of illness, offers a money back guarantee, and promotes six bottles for five dollars from Thacher Medicine Co. Chattanooga Tenn.
A medical authority advises sympathy from doctors and humanitarians to cheer the aged. The article urges flattering the elderly to lift pride, keep them mentally occupied, and engage them with local happenings to stay connected to the living present. It notes women retain activity in the home and men struggle with idle leisure after work ends.
Canada plans a 72 inch reflecting telescope costing nearly 100000 dollars with a 30 foot focal length. Mirrors from J Braher and mounting by Warner Swasey, built for spectrographic stellar velocity work. location in Canada to be determined after atmospheric studies.
An advertisement touts Resinol ointment and resinol soap as remedies for eczema ringworm and itching. It claims quick relief and lists uses from pimples to burns and wounds with safe ingredients and two price points 50 cents and 1 dollar.
A humorous National Monthly sketch shows Minnie the maid eagerly obeying Mrs Lane’s orders to place lettuce in the ice box while living in social circles. Mrs Lane later discovers no letters have arrived, suspecting Minnie may have been taking postman mail and boasted of following orders.
Dr. G B Williams Liver and Kidney Pills advertised as a harmless alternative to calomel with claims to stimulate the liver and bowels without weakening after effects. Sold 25c a bottle with free samples by The G B Williams Co Quitman Georgia. Consistent Youngster story note of a three year old boy defying requests with I mean it when I say no.
An advertisement promises Rub My Tism as a rheumatism and pain cure. A humorous anecdote follows about Charlie wearing overalls for the first time at a country place, causing a horse to neigh and the boy to plead for them to be removed because the horse laughed.
An advertising note from Putnam Fadeless Dyes promises satisfaction. The copy humorously suggests that living alone may not suit a man but his wife might favor alimony as a lifestyle choice.
Washington officials urge travelers not to bring dangerous insects into the United States. The Agriculture Department notes tourists and amateur scientists often try to add species and plants, warning that about half of pests afflict farming and livestock come from abroad.
A minstrel show with vaudeville acts performed by prisoners at the Auburn state prison. Relatives and friends of prison keepers attended as the audience.
A brief item notes an individual borrows fifty dollars from Gi in Charleston West Virginia and plans to borrow again. The snippet indicates a continuing loan gesture and a repeat borrowing intent.
Mrs Orpha Turner of 431 S Wayne St Piqua Ohio credits Lydia E Pinkham Vegetable Compound with restoring her health after severe organic weakness. She details backache hips and kidney pain dizziness and fatigue and urges other women to consider the remedy.
A lady asks a page how soon he can come, and he replies immediately. She worries his current mistress may object, but the page suggests she will be glad to be rid of him. The exchange has a light, humorous tone.
Mrs. S A Haskins of Myricks Massachusetts reports eczema relief after using Tetterine and Tetterine Soap. The Shuptrine Co Savannah Georgia advertises Tetterine for 50c and Soap for 2c with free Liver Pills for mail orders.
A reflection on wage fairness describes a millionaire manufacturer earning more by working harder than his employer, arguing this aligns with the natural order and just compensation.
Consumers are urged to inspect Castoria bottles for the safe remedy used for infants and children for over three decades. The advertisement notes familiar claims and promotes Fletcher's Castoria as trusted relief for young patients.
A playful remark notes whales may live about 1,000 years and comments on their blow. The line hints at long lifespans and a humorous take on whale behavior.
An old advertisement promotes a prescription labeled No. SIX-SIXTY-SIX for malaria or chills and fever. It claims five or six doses break a case and that taken as a tonic prevents return of fever. Also includes a humor line about wives spotting holes in pockets.
More than one hundred children from Wicker Park school opened the city’s first public school savings bank. Thirteen year old Frank Kovaleski serves as cashier while Annie Globert and others deposit pennies and nickels. Miss Clara M Utter leads the bank with Principal Fred Smith. Ella Flagg Young approves and plans expansion to other schools.
In Rabat, a French captain and his passenger lieuten ant were killed by insurgent Moors after a reconnaissance flight near Zonmour. Their aircraft failed in desert conditions, they landed safely, then were surrounded and hacked to death while attempting repairs. The aircraft was destroyed.
William Caspar special envoy of Queen Eleanora of Bulgaria arrived to arrange a visit to the United States. He plans discussions with Secretary Bryan on reception and table, and aims to sail for the United States May 10 or May 27 with a possible White House stay during the tour.
In St Louis Emil Schwyer an animal trainer was mauled by a leopard during a rolling globe act in a steel cage. The beast shredded his left arm and shoulder. Assistant Tom Hilton was knocked down by the same leopard as circus staff repelled the animal, preventing serious injury.
Maud Armfield sues Bryant H. Howard, a San Diego millionaire, in Los Angeles seeking $1,590,000 in damages for a breach of promise claim.
Denver couple welcomed triplets two boys and a girl as their prayers for a boy and a girl were answered. In Washington an elderly woman in the house gallery knitted socks during a Panama bills debate, continuing craftwork through calm moments and kneading the needle when the debate grew lively. Samuel Keefer marks a 104th birthday in Syracuse New York.
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