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Newspaper
Potosi Journal
Location
Potosi, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1920
Page
3
A reader complains of a running sore on the leg and reports healing after using Peterson's Ointment for three weeks. The ad extols the product's fast relief for sores, pimples, blackheads, piles, and chafing, claiming quick results and mail order availability from the Ointment Co. Inc. in Buffalo.
Fat Lady questions Thnexage machine for waist reduction and where to buy it. Doctor responds with a brisk exclamation as a steam roller is seen passing down the street.
A Nashville visitor described a strange incident as a driver paused near a private cemetery. A graveyard voice whispered from beneath a stone saying play, spooking the party as they headed away. The tale, relayed by a correspondent, hints at a spectral episode during a late night city drive.
In Muriget towns a dog saves a goat under a village law while another dog is deemed capable of guarding stock. A resident named Bis comments on the unusual rule as Bell is reminded to respect limits. Aveldon remains determined to prove herself capable in daily life despite doubt.
An advertisement touts Bayer Aspirin as genuine and safe for over twenty years. It claims a unbroken Layer package with sections for relief of headache toothache earache neuralgia and other pains. Handy tins of 12 tablets cost a few cents and larger Bayer packages are sold by druggists.
Aunt Marie shows mixed care and teasing toward her five year old nephew James. She pretends to withhold gifts to provoke his honesty and reveals a playful, cunning side as she questions his view of her appearance and kindness. James hesitates then blurts out his cautious compliment.
William McAdoo, a leading Democratic presidential hopeful, says he cannot permit his name to go before the San Francisco convention. He cites unavoidable campaign expenses and a need to rehabilitate his private affairs, signaling an irrevocable decision and gratitude to supporters.
A fragmented satirical note mocks a figure named Kimmel and ridicules a rubber or crow persona. The text hints at an audience appeal tactic and a critique of appetite for attention. The garbled OCR leaves uncertainty about event, date, and setting.
Fifteen British soldiers were fatally hurt in a battle near Tunis on 23 Wend. The Turkish national government claims victory as reports from Constantine indicate heavier losses for the British forces.
A confusing clipping reports Geveland Weveland paying a high bidder to Senator Warren Handteg, alleging residential Canadian date Twentyo three babies have been christened.
A report indicates William Brow, plus three others, face conspiracy accusations tied to an alleged plot to overthrow the current government using force. Authorities pursue legal action, with formal charges expected to detail the intended overthrow plan and involved parties.
In Milwaukee a man named Albert Manypenns faced back alimony payments after his former wife urged the judge to collect. A separate Kentucky note reports a giant yellow poplar tree yielding 70,000 feet of lumber and a timber company earning about $11,200 from the product, with no new cone experiments noted.
A voice argues poverty and ongoing work may prolong life while noting that illness controlled by treatment can yield longer life. He observes Australians and New Zealanders are well fed, without slums, with a fondness for sports and horse racing, and a culture of sanctioned gambling.
Le Figure of Paris discusses a claimed ancient Roman paper shortage attributed to Tite under Tiberius. It cites Sainte-Peave from Milay translating Canseries du Land, suggesting compressed beams and satiation limits, while noting contemporary cynicism about remedies. The piece questions whether such shortages ever affected happiness.
A newly published work titled The Island of Sheep discusses politics and social affairs in Ergland. It features Cadmus and Harmonia as authors and references English and Great Britain as the sheep. The Butcher's Advocate promotes a copy for review, claiming exceptional interest to readers of the weekly.
Fragmentary notes describe two methods of softening skin. One method mentions extracting moisture from the skin and drying, another method involves applying ingredients and letting the skin rest before repeating the process until soft.
River football revived in Dern shire England described as a mix of polo soccer basketball and swimming. The local report notes the game is popular among women and involves unique posting rules and athletic play.
Fragmentary text shows garbled phrases about education, science and possibly a recognized “GOLD” term. Key names, dates, or places are unreadable, leaving an incomplete item.
Physicians and druggists promote Calotabs as a fast cold cure. Take one tablet at bedtime with water to clear a cold, boost liver activity, and refresh the system by morning. No salts or aftereffects. eat freely next day. Sold in original sealed packages for thirty five cents. druggists refund if not satisfied.
A fragmentary exchange ponders Mabel's current preoccupation. The line hints at a symbolic engagement ring described as an Ulamen encagement ring, suggesting a social or romantic focal point amid casual dialogue.
Advert reads that Cutcura keeps skin clear with a daily soap for cleansing ointment for moisture and beer? talcum for powder and perfume. It touts these items as essential on every toilet table and urges regular use.
A garbled article fragment discusses a security feeling linked to medical help and product preparation. It mentions Dr. Kilers fram and Dr. Enwer, with stray references to a shaft, acres, and rough battles, in a disjointed, ad-like narrative.
A garbled scene shows a captive in two cages with a chatter about an inventor awaiting fusion of flames to build a sapbex and ride over the falls. An attendant denies the visitor, offering a wry grin and a terse exchange about the inventor's future plans.
The text presents a garbled report mentioning a bid, a meeting, and references to peers and officials. It notes confusion about a candidate or charted plan, with phrases about asking for a double or extra time. The readable parts imply uncertainty and potential departure of certain figures from the proceedings.
In a brief retail quip a barber jokes about a tiny charge for plaster and a customer clapping his hat, with a Judge’s quip that he will not charge for the plaster. The exchange reflects a light hearted barber shop moment and a nod to frugal humor.
A brief joke exchange notes social hierarchies in a kitchen. The masters claim they know their place as they joke about managing a cook.
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