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Newspaper

Polk Progress

Location

Polk, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Feb 03, 1910

Page

3

Arctic housekeepers keep larder full in mining camps

In Dawson, Fairbanks, Nome, and creeks far from civilization, Arctic women master canned foods and dried staples. Condensed milk, canned eggs, and tinned potatoes fuel meals as gardens flourish in short summers and houses stay well stocked while men work mining camps.

Alaska Dawson Fairbanks Nome Civilization

Ronda's Moorish Echoes and Hidden Treasures Unearthed

The Casa del Rey Moro site in Ronda yields possible Moorish era treasure, mosaic, and tombs. The tale ties to Ronda’s dual townscape, Moorish castle remains, Mina de Ronda water shaft, and a famed bridge over a deep chasm.

Galtimore Casa del Rey Moro Ronda Spain Rondatscelf Andalusia Granada Alhambra Perin Citifes Seville Cordova Calle San Pedro al Motabhed Tajo Mina de Ronda Aos Guadelevin Toledo Plaza de Toros Porto Nuevo Black Gulf Lfe Santa Ma

Women of the Arctic brides seek new life in Alaska

The piece notes spring brings hundreds of brides to Alaska and many young women head north to marry, increasing Arctic region homes. It sketches their initial trepidation as tenderfeet who soon become hardened sour doughs after facing coal at 30 a ton and lemons at 1.

Alaska Arctic Circle Pierce

Motor Car Civilization and the Auto’s Quieting Effect

The New York Press argues that the automobile tames the wild instincts of the people, transforming behavior around city streets. It compares auto influence to military discipline and notes reduced noise and chaos in daily life as cars reshape urban conduct.

Auto New York Press

Degenerated Name From Foundling to Lord Mayor

An English tale traces a foundling dubbed William Sevenoaks in Sevenoaks who rose to lord mayor of London during Henry V. He was knighted and died in 1432, leaving benefactions to Sevenoaks that likely were misused as the name evolved to Snools.

Sevenoaks William Sevenoaks London Henry V

Scratched So She Could Not Sleep

A reader shares a success story praising Cuticura Remedies for treating eczema in a young girl. The account details persistent itching, sleepless nights, and marked skin improvement after using Cuticura Soap and Ointment along with Cuticura Re-solvent.

Cuthura H. Kiernan Quincy St Brooklyn N. Y

Moon sighting amid stormy days noted by Mr Pinkney

The Washington Star quotes Mr. Erastus Pinkney saying it is lucky to see the new moon, even on stormy days. He adds that any moon is fortunate to appear during such weather.

Mr. Erastus Pinkney Washington Star

Mother Gray's Sweet Powders For Children Ad

Advertising copy touts Mother Gray's Sweet Powders for Children as a remedy for colds feverishness constipation teething disorders and stomach troubles. Claims over 10 000 testimonials and availability at all druggists with a 280 price and free sample by mail from Allen Olmsted Le Roy New York.

Fragmented quotations and tobacco ads in 19th century text

A collage of literary maxims and promotional lines appears, highlighting Fuller on judgment, a bromos quine laxative ad promising cure in one day, a 5c Lewie cigar endorsement, and a remark on aging to adopt new fashions. The mix showcases period conversational tone and commercial copy.

KR. W. Grove

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