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Newspaper
Polk Progress
Location
Polk, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jul 31, 1919
Page
4
The ad claims rheumatism stems from kidney poison buildup and urges immediate treatment. It promotes Gold Medal Haarlem Oil Capsules as a cure for rheumatism and related kidney and urinary tract issues, insisting only the authentic Gold Medal product works.
Boston Tran quotes show Gand refusing to sing for nothing and Yim praising her voice as priceless, underscoring a dispute over compensation in a singing engagement.
In the heat of August fruits vegetables and picnics raise temptations and a tired stomach suffers. August Flower is touted as a sovereign remedy for indigestion fermentation sour stomach and constipation. It is said to gently stimulate the liver and cleanse the intestines and alimentary canal.
To have a clear sweet skin remove pimples redness and roughness with Cuticura Ointment then bathe with Cuticura Soap and hot water. Rinse dry gently and dust Cuticura Talcum for fragrance. Everywhere 25c each. Advv. Pessimists are people who go around looking for thorns to sit on.
Mrs. Jas. Rohrberg of Knapp Street Pittsburgh says prolonged weakness caused backache and headaches until Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound relieved her. She recommends others with displacements inflammation irregularities backache or nervousness to try the remedy and contact Lydia E Pinkham Medicine Co Lynn Massachusetts for service.
A Home Economics Kitchen feature from the USDA extols dandelion greens as a year round tonic. Mrs Moss recounts coaxing George to enjoy greens with several savory recipes and tips plus preparations for greens, spinach, kale and related dishes.
The Agriculture Department urges using a homemade fireless cooker fashioned from a galvanized iron bucket with a cover to serve hot meals in winter. Instructions from Farmers Bulletin 771 explain the build and use, noting minimal time and cost.
A sailor in uniform recounts a zoo cage incident where he faced a grizzly named Zeke with no weapon beyond his fists. He describes the attack, the cage doors, and how trainers freed him as bystanders watched. He wonders if such courage would earn navy entry.
Amid a July heat wave a traction engine hauling five trailers piled with stout and beer crawled along Fleet Street. A laborer admired the scene while another scoffed, proving opinions differ on working class taste and beauty.
John D. Rockefeller Jr spoke at a Sunday school gathering urging ambition but warning against flying too high. He stressed success comes step by step and noted many overlook that, citing a story where John says the boss is not satisfied with his current role, so progress must be earned.
A London cabman helped a stout old lady board and alight, insisting he enjoyed a fare that steadies the cab, illustrating old time gallantry. Locusts Harmful to Chickens warns farmers that locust wings and legs are indigestible and can cause crop binding in chickens ingesting too many insects.
A Birmingham Age quotation questions a vision of uplifting Solomon Islander peoples. The exchange reveals the speaker implying Solomon Islander uplift is not valued by the islanders, while identifying the speaker as skeptical of such modernization aims.
In a discussion about deadlines and forms, one participant notes that many offices are issuing questionnaires. The other confirms that his wife plans to prepare a form for submission.
A courtroom quip from a judge frames a light exchange on taxes with a playful note about not taxing a good cry. The brief exchange highlights a moment of humor in a legal setting.
For years druggists note the record of Dr Kilmer s Swamp Root the kidney liver and bladder medicine. It is a physician s prescription and strengthening medicine that helps the kidneys liver and bladder do their work. Sold by all druggists on its merit. Send ten cents for a sample bottle to Dr Kilmer Co Binghamton NY and mention the paper.
A parent explains how teaching children a safe method for lighting fireworks prevented injuries. The incident highlights firework safety practices and the importance of adult supervision during celebrations.
A humorous exchange unfolds as a man gets a mistaken phone number and a polite voice apologizes for the error. The conversation ends with cordial banter about a better number that could not be used.
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