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Newspaper
Plattsmouth Journal
Location
Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jan 17, 1902
Page
7
A compact reel of assorted items includes a note on castor oil being easy to give yet uneasy to take, Putnam faceless dyes touted for bright, fast colors, and a tout of Mrs. Winston's soothing syrup for children. Also mentions Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets and Wizard Oil for emergencies.
John Delwin a grocer and his wife Emma Minkler share a plain, comic struggle in marriage. After years of toil and misunderstanding, Emma's quiet sacrifice and John's awakening lead to reconciliation as they face financial strain and family life together. The piece blends gentle humor with domestic insight in a small village setting.
The head gamekeeper to a country gentleman hosting shooting parties earns a substantial tip from guests. For weeklong visits the tip ranges from £3 to £5 0s 6d, with a sovereign often expected.
The London Standard reports Greek Catholic monks plan a bazaar near the Holy Sepulcher as archaeologists reveal medieval church remains with three apses, capitals, and relics from the shrine. The find ties to Amalfi pilgrims and the Knights of St. John, amid Christian tensions hindering preservation.
On a 1863 visit to Fortress Monroe, Lincoln inspected a small iron bound sweat-box. After a brief exposure to heat and poor ventilation, he ordered that such enclosures be banned on all ships flying the American flag, a rule echoed worldwide as humane treatment.
The Prince of Wales becomes the first heir to the British throne to hold an actual naval commission. Previously heirs served in the army or held honorary sea ranks. With his elder brother's death he now is a captain and will see future promotions honorary to avoid fleet command risks.
The manager of the defunct Uncle Tom's Cabin company recalls their fastidious dog ruined the production. The hound refused basic meat and demanded porterhouse with tenderloin and mushrooms, forcing the troupe to quit after failing to satisfy his culinary taste.
A historical meditation on the sword as the enduring emblem of authority and duty in military life. It argues the sword’s symbolism motivates discipline, leadership, and patriotism across generations, likening it to a quiet pedagogue in homes where relics of the Civil War era remain.
Denver reports on Navajo hunting methods for prairie dogs on the western plains. The article describes mirror trickery to drive animals out, and a rain hunt that floods burrows with water so dogs surface for capture and feast in Navajo huts.
In a Tit-Bits inspired exchange McLean and Cormack debate the difference between a mistake and a blunder. McFarlane’s latest act is called a blunder by Cormack though McLean sees it as the same. An umbrella analogy illustrates the subtle distinction with upbeat, clipped dialogue.
The article notes several royal ladies skilled with firearms and hunting. Fortugal’s queen saved a life in a German meet and shows deadly precision. Queen Helena of Italy is an adept marksman who enjoys a hunting lodge on Monte Cristo, while other duchesses and grand duchesses are cited for their marksmanship.
La Crosse Wisconsin farmer Joan Walam found in a bag of wheat a sack of gold notes and securities left by his father who died over two years ago. He had long sought the missing money and securities on the farm and the find is valued at over $2,000.
The new state law of Connecticut took effect August 1 and imposes twelve miles per hour in cities and fifteen miles on rural roads. It requires compulsory slowdowns at crossings and full stops when horses show fright. It restricts municipal powers to regulate traffic, exceeding the New York statute in scope.
A peculiar blossom named the Wonder- Wonder flower is reported in the Malay peninsula. It has no leaves vines or stem and is said to parasitize decayed wool as part of its unusual growth habit.
Benjamin Major of Detroit says he found a remedy that cures all kidney and bladder troubles. After suffering long and trying many medicines without relief he used Dodd's Kidney Pills and was cured completely. He cites ongoing reports of wonderful cures as supporting evidence.
Harlem financier Max Heart recalls his rise from bootblack to millionaire. He preserves the original bootblacking outfit in his elegant home, a reminder of his early career and humble beginnings.
Grocers say they do not stock Defiance Starch due to limited shelfable stock of competing breads with 2 ounce packages. Consumers prefer Defiance Starch or 4 ounce variants for the same price. Buyers note Defiance requires no cooking. The piece also mentions Arkansas forest lands remaining largely untouched by loggers.
An old ad promotes Allen's Foot-Ease for foot discomfort and chilblains with a 25 cent price and free sample offer. The snippet adds a reflective line about how inner reflections surround us more than others' acts.
A fragment from a greeting to Miss Bonnie Delano praising her health and life given to a daughter, noting gratitude and happiness in the home and life she provided.
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