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Newspaper
Plainfield Messenger
Location
Plainfield, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 24, 1921
Page
3
Mrs. Nancy Sharp of Los Angeles declares Tanlac cured twelve years of indigestion and stomach trouble. After six bottles she reports renewed appetite, deep sleep, restored strength, and high regard for the medicine. Tanlac is sold by leading druggists everywhere.
The will of Abba Goold Woolson filed for probate in Portland Maine establishes a fund for cat welfare. It specifies care for sick and disabled cats including combing the hair of coon kittens, a breed noted in Maine.
An advertisement touts Diamond Dyes with simple directions to dye wool, silk, cotton, linen, or blends. It warns against poor results like streaks and fades and urges buying Diamond Dyes only, noting a Color Card available from the druggist.
Prague correspondent reports Bruennl Koe ifesfield researchers have developed a cork substitute. A patented turf treatment yields an insulation material for building use that is light, firm, soundproof, and highly insulating, claimed to be comparable or superior to cork in most respects.
An 19th century product claim describes Hall s Catarrh Medicine as strengthening the system cleansing the blood and reducing nasal inflammation. It states frequent colds lead to chronic catarrh and the medicine is taken internally to act through the blood on mucous surfaces. Circulars free from F. J. Cheney & Co Toledo Ohio.
The report claims Japanese smugglers earned more than 30 million dollars last year by smuggling morphine disguised as opium into China. The figure highlights the scale of illicit trade and its impact on regional narcotics control efforts.
A reflective aphorism notes that as a person considers others more, his own self regard grows stronger, suggesting empathy builds self awareness.
A survey of Easter egg legends traces the rabbit’s muddled origin across cultures from Ancient Egyptians to Romans. It notes the egg as symbol of life and resurrection, explains Catholic Lenten egg bans, and recalls Pope Paul V’s blessing for Easter eggs. It also mentions Greek Catholics and Germany’s claim of the rabbit’s primacy.
A reflective essay blends Easter with a universal hope of life beyond the grave. It traces linked myths from China and Japan to English hare customs, the moon rabbit motif, and pagan origins, noting diverse legends and the enduring symbol of rebirth across cultures.
John Z. Esch, former Wisconsin representative, received a recess appointment to the Interstate Commerce Commission. President Harding signaled a rush of tariff legislation, with the Fordney emergency tariff to be pushed at the April 11 extra session. Senate and House leaders back a speedy act to shield farmers from foreign competition.
Dublin reports seven crown forces killed including an officer and twelve wounded when a Royal Fusiliers train is ambushed near Seadford Junction County Kerry. A civilian passenger dies and two others are wounded. The ambushers suffer unknown casualties except for one man found dead. the train carried 29 Royal Fusiliers and civilians. The exchange was heavy from both sides.
Baggage of the Russian commercial delegation to Italy, held at Nere station for days, was turned over to customs officials. A search of 24 crates uncovered jewels, Persian carpets, red guard uniforms, silks, skins, hangings, furs and lingerie, along with many documents.
Egg market in Bloomington falls to 18 cents a dozen the lowest in six years amid central market collapse and reports of increased activity in metropolitan centers as dealers adjust prices and supply.
An advertisement touts Dr Pierce’s Golden Medical Discovery as a tonic and purifier for thin and anemic people. It includes a testimonial from Mrs. Lucy McCoy of Muncie Indiana claiming recovery from severe cough night sweats weight loss and long term health rebound after about 40 days of use.
Advertises a three preparation kidney remedy costing $2.00 with mail order offer from The Mitcheild Chemical Company Altoona PA. Claims to address bladder trouble burning urine sediment and general kidney decline and urges immediate start and non substitute policy.
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