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Newspaper
Polk Progress
Location
Polk, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Apr 10, 1919
Page
7
An old advertisement warns buyers to insist on Bayer Tablets of Aspirin with the Bayer Cross on box and tablets to avoid counterfeits. It notes genuine aspirin comes in 12 tablet packs, 24 or 100 bottle sizes, and mentions safety, proper dosing, and the product’s American manufacture.
A pithy proverb about time and value attributed to Dinah Maria Mulock notes wisdom begins at home and is echoed in practical thrift at the pawnbroker.
A man adheres to a careful straight and narrow approach while clearing snow. He avoids shortcuts and rush work, prioritizing safety and proper technique amid winter conditions.
Green's August Flower described as a household remedy for constipation digestive troubles and torpid liver with low spirits. The ad claims it relieves nervous indigestion and related symptoms using gentle laxative action and urges readers to ask their druggist to buy it, sold worldwide.
A Franklin family kept a mail order catalogue in which children viewed items and placed orders. Twin Donald Ray, aged three, was unusually naughty leading to a moment that sparked the mother’s remark about the catalog and children’s choices.
In a reminiscence, Squire Witherbee recalls a bygone era as a special train carrying Eastern bankers passes Hickville. He notes his son Napoleon once collected a quarter’s worth of champagne bottles from delays, reflecting on changes over time.
An inspection of 1,087 soldiers in the Sixteenth Pennsylvania infantry found 750 horns 1,059 collosities 636 toes jammed or crowded 16 hammer toes 762 growing nails 618 bunions 290 good feet 200 men wearing shoes one half size too small 476 one or more sizes too small 131 too large.
An ad declares vigor remains with age if kidneys stay healthy. It touts GOLD MEDAL Haarlem Oil Capsules to cleanse the system, improve spirits and muscles, and sustain hard work. Two capsules daily recommended, money refunded if no help. Available in sealed packages from druggists with imported Haarlem Oil.
A preservation movement backs Fort Wilkins at Copper Harbor at the tip of the Keweenaw peninsula. Established in the forties, the post sits near Lake Superior with remaining barracks quarters and stockade remnants. The Keweenaw Historical Society supports the effort.
The piece describes Bill Jones returning to find his hierarchy men collecting fees and selling goods, prompting a declared time for revenge. A dramatic setup features a sergeant, lieutenant, captain and major in a tense power dynamic as the plot advances.
The column suggests daily calisthenics or cosmetics can improve looks, praising cosmetics for faster results while noting both paths achieve the desired effect. It frames beauty routines as practical options for quick improvements.
A Plato quote echoes the idea that what is good often lies in challenge. The message reframes self-improvement as a present moment pursuit, urging readers to recognize opportunity in their current environment.
Paris reports the peace plan divides into two parts. The first part governs Germany and requires compliance with future agreements with former allies. The second part concerns Germany indirectly and will be signed by Austria Bulgaria and Turkey. The German delegation is expected at Versailles around April 24 with about 200 representatives.
Washington reports revised Army casualty records show 274 860 major casualties, up 1 755 from last week. Killed in action 32 884, died of wounds 18 485, died of disease 22 656, died from accident and other causes 4 248, wounded in action 197 574, missing in action 4 563.
Berlin dispatch notes the Munich government issuing sweeping decrees as its days appear numbered. One order enacts the communization of women including fines. A second decree removes all managers and directors of industrial enterprises and places their roles with workers.
Secretary Wilson of the labor department expresses gratification to five leading meat packers for agreeing to continue existing labor pacts for one year after peace is signed. Heavy hogs sell at 21 dollars a hundredweight in Kansas City as Brown & Gant dispose of two carloads. market records the high price.
In Iserlich Westphalia civilian guards used bombs to break up demonstrators. Eight people were injured and admitted to hospitals as many windows were smashed.
Atlantic City hosts the Pan American Aeronautics convention in May drawing American and foreign representatives. Captain Charles J. Glidden asserts aviation progress from World War I will enable a nationwide aerial network with six hour reach from twenty four distribution points and invasion defense. The army seeks 15 000 enlistees for one or three years with flying and balloon piloting training, pay, quarters, rations, and extra pay for instruction.
In Paris on April 16, Secretary of War Newton D. Baker said 275,000 American troops would be shipped home this month, with 250,000 in May and about 800,000 in June, maintaining that rate until 1,400,000 troops abroad are repatriated. He noted possible Rhine defense use only for volunteers and described plans to move captured war materiel to the United States while awaiting decisions on docks and warehouses. Belgium will receive cotton goods and foodstuffs from the American army.
Limerick reports a general strike on all Irish railways is threatened for Wednesday after a complete tie up in the city.
An exchange describes desert and tree dwelling rats including kangaroo rats that stand and hop, pack rats that steal items and nest high, jumping mice that feed on desert seeds, and the jerboa native to western Asia that is as large as a cat and nocturnal with long leaps.
A cheery woman and Mr Growcher discuss a social event described as a grab bag. She proposes a modern name while he questions the concept. They ponder rebranding the gathering with a more elegant title. The exchange hints at a casual community event with a playful, social atmosphere.
First Fly warns about hanging around. Second Fly jokes about joining a league of swatters in a humorous insect dialogue.
A cautious bettor grows fortune through disciplined play and consistent wins. The article highlights strategic betting, long-term profitability, and notable successes in gaming circles.
An advertisement touts Hall's Catarrh Medicine as a system booster that cleanses the blood and reduces susceptibility to colds. It warns repeated acute catarrh can become chronic and offers a $1000 test of cure by F. J. Cheney & Co. of Toledo.
The estimated value of the United States mineral products for 1918 tops 5.0 billion dollars, up about 150 million from 1917 and nearly 2 billion more than 1916. Metals like pig iron copper and gold plus nonmetallics such as coal and oil drive the rise, with nonmetals exceeding 3.25 billion in 1918 versus under 3.0 billion in 1917.
A Birmingham Age-Herald quote ponders whether formal study is necessary to become a philosopher. It recalls a man who learned philosophy not from books but from life, a nagging wife, a small income and seven children.
A reflective aphorism urges vigilance toward friends who advise at others' expense. It stresses doing most for others by developing oneself, linking character to will with the line what we will we are.
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