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Newspaper
Renwick Times
Location
Renwick, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 16, 1916
Page
2
An old advertisement touts Cascarets to cleanse the stomach and bowels. It claims to remove fermenting food and excess bile, improve digestion, and refresh the tongue. The ad emphasizes a 10 cent box and urges daily use for a clean act and pure liver health.
A farmer sought information from a horse owner about treating ill horses. The owner’s boy asked whether the horse was only slightly ill or seriously ill. The farmer answered seriously ill, and the boy explained that if slightly ill medicine is given, but if seriously ill the owner would sell the horse.
Denison's Seminole Brand coffee sells at 35e per pound in sealed cans. Only one merchant per town carries Seminole. If your grocer does not stock it, write Denison Coffee Co in Chicago for a souvenir and the Seminole dealer's name. The 3 lb Canister Can costs $1.00.
A fragmented scene shows a physician declaring the husband’s illness stems from poor circulation. A distressed wife, identified as a newspaper proprietor, reacts in shock and disbelief as the exchange reveals tension between belief and medical authority.
In a terse exchange, Knox challenges Breezy’s claim of fidelity to truth while Bnox doubts the honesty. Enos suggests Breezy, if ever wed to truth, may now be a widower.
A reader asks why the driver of the car is called a shover. The columnist jokes that the name comes from the way he shoves people who walk out of the street, reflecting a humorous local etymology.
A fragment notes a label about fest young men and a test spark concerning speech output on a weekly salary of 12 dollars. The readable lines imply a humorous or promotional item about student or youth activity and affordability.
A fragment shows a dialogue referencing a fine cedar chest and a veteran father. It mentions a Dartmouth Jacku Lantern and hickory leg as descriptive. The text is incomplete with uncertain phrases and names.
A humorous exchange reveals diners leaving behind more than tips as a waiter jokes about not getting loose change. A separate snippet notes a father’s generosity with eggs for newlyweds, suggesting a quaint, mid century tone.
Old advertisement claims a home remedy using Bey Rom Barbo Compound and eiycerine to darken gray hair and improve dandruff. Promotes cheap at home mixing and states it will not color scalp, is not sticky, and won’t rub off.
A fragment shows an adult scolding a child who has marked a new novel, while the child is described as clearly tracking the pages and leaving marks as he moves along.
A distorted OCR style passage mentions smoking cigarettes, socks, a leap year girl, and a fictitious Proposing. It references Pierces Pellets and a note about permits for residents in Swilverland, with unclear names and phrases scattered throughout.
The German memorandum to Secretary Lansing proposes armed ships be treated as at war under international law in force at the war's outbreak, contingent on Britain and allies accepting the same rules. President Wilson will weigh this and other German documents as the United States decides next steps in submarine negotiations.
The Senate approved the Shields bill to develop water power in navigable waters by private capital, 46 to 22, after four weeks of debate. It allows dam construction under licenses from the secretary of war and grants 50 year operation rights, with a potential federal takeover after notice and fair value determination.
Washington report notes heavy export of wheat and corn since last harvest. It states that as of March 1 the last year's record crop leaves about one fourth of the wheat still on farms nationwide. The Department of Agriculture highlights substantial farm-held grain amid strong export demand.
A new tube plant costing 25,000,000 will be erected in Gary Indiana by United States Steel Neokaransan, announced by E O Gary, chairman of the corporation.
New York clown Frank Oakley, famed for entertaining millions as Slivers, was found dead by self inflicted suffocation in a boarding house. Police report delayed verification as investigators search for motive and full circumstances remain unclear.
Wolves are becoming numerous in Price county with reports of livestock losses near Epphilis Bentwood and Emery. The situation prompts concern among residents and local authorities about managing wildlife and protecting farms.
Robbers blew open the safe of the State Bank at Nock Kansas sixteen miles north of Winfield and escaped with 3000 dollars. Local authorities investigated and pursued possible leads as the bank resumed operations.
A robber held up the Security State bank in St Paul Minas this afternoon and escaped with about 31 000 in currency.
Washington DC reports the commission on car shortage of the American Railway Association enforcing penalties on railroads that fail to deliver box cars to alleviate shortages. The panel urged eastern railroads to comply with delivery requests to ease the deficit across the western network.
Traiiend locals approved a local option measure over prohibition in the state on March 7 by a margin of 18,164 votes, reflecting a clear community shift within the period.
In Washington on March 9 the House backed Wilson on foreign policy by narrow margins in two test votes on a warning to Americans aboard armed ships. Representative Candler of Mississippi declared the South stood with the president, while Garret of Tennessee and Heflin lauded pro-Wilson unity. The debate highlighted division over the McLemore resolution and calls to avoid entanglement while supporting the administration.
Iowa labor commissioner A L Urick calls April 4 conference with fire escape manufacturers, hospital superintendents, and others to set safety standards for hospital exits and uniform theatre rules. The effort aims to implement the new fire escape law enacted by the 36th General Assembly and align cities with state requirements. The meeting also covers theater exits and aisle freedom to improve overall fire protection.
In Matagorda Texas on March 9 K Ginetis attempted to shoot his son in law Count de la Coralla. Failing, he killed his wife Mrs Ginetis and then killed himself in a grim domestic tragedy.
Four workers were killed and several injured when the rear of the Baltimore and Ohio railroad spur in Connellsville Pennsylvania collapsed. Victims were swept into a vat of hot liquid during the mishap. Investigators were summoned as rescue crews worked to recover the bodies and aid the wounded.
A new power syndicate called the Northern Iowa Gas and Electric company plans a large Humboldt power plant, second in size to Keokuk’s plant. Eastern capital backs the project, with a multi million dollar stake. The venture will absorb local lighting firms and extend service to thirteen towns including Humboldt Eagle Grove Shandon Clarion and Goldfield.
A shepherd dog belonging to Max Reinig led Mrs. Reinig to a field outside Portsmouth where she found her husband dead. The dog had followed Reinig to town and acted anxiously, signaling danger before guiding her to the scene.
Plans are laid in Iowa City for a statewide good roads congress. A committee of Ave appointed by a Des Moines conference would name a vice president in each county, who would appoint township vice presidents and four assistants. The effort aims to mobilize about 8,000 active Dewbers.
The good roads train will depart Des Moines on March 3 for a tour of the Northwestern railroad system in Iowa. Officials from the Western Iowa Association, Greater Des Moines committee and road associations will be aboard. The train includes two lecture cars, one exhibition car on road making and machinery, and a motion picture car.
Fragmented OCR note describes activities at a city federation of laws May 44 involving boys under supervision of Pyot f son. Mentions prizes and training against vandalism with a sixth grade group context.
A brisk shop dialog shows a seller boasting about Mr Isanes profits while a customer questions the price. The merchant responds with a brisk boast that he makes a "great profit" on paper and string.
Fragrant superior cream emollients advertise skin clarity and scalp dandruff relief. Promotes cosmetic and toilet use with economical price. Offer to sample by mail from Boots Cuticura Dept Boston address. Sold widely through retailers.
A Kansas City Star item notes a congressman received deluged letters from a constituent seeking garden seed, especially peas, prompting the official to write back. The constituent replies humorously about planting the whole state and making soup, requesting more peas.
In the Louisville Courier Journal excerpt a fashionable woman fears her shy friend. A dread for shock is noted as the fortuney favorite awaits a cook’s chance. A haughty dame arrives and offers her two jobs, altering the scene in the employment office.
A historical column traces coffee habit formation from childhood, noting caffeine effects on nerves and sleep. It discusses early coffee use, rising nervousness, and a switch to Postum as a tranquil alternative. Postum’s two forms are described with price points and quick preparation notes.
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