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Newspaper
Riverdale Pointer
Location
Riverdale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 07, 1923
Page
3
An old advertisement for California Fig Syrup touts a gentle laxative for babies and children, claiming it relieves constipation without narcotics and starts liver and bowels without griping. It warns to insist on genuine California Fig Syrup with directions.
Freshen a heavy skin with the antiseptic Cuticura Talcum Powder. An exquisitely scented economical powder for face skin baby and dusting, and perfume. Part of the Cuticura Toilet Trio with Soap Ointment and Talcum.
A concise dated note argues that marriage often fails when spouses fail to take breaks and vacations from each other. It highlights the value of time apart to preserve harmony and prevent burnout in relationships.
An old advertisement urges buyers to look for Bayer on Aspirin packaging as proof of authenticity. It contrasts Bayer with imitations and notes the product was safe and prescribed for 23 years. Also included are short ad snippets for Allcock's Plaster and light humor dialogue about a mother and child.
An ad touts a harmless vegetable butter color named Dandelion used by millions for 50 years. Drug stores and general stores offer bottles for 85 cents. The piece also reflects on the value of noble thoughts accompanying people in a world of many strong individuals.
The article reflects on Christmas as a universal holiday in the United States, linking American relief to Russia with Ahra, noting famine concerns in Russia, and tracing Christmas from Virginia to Puritan New England. It highlights Santa symbolism, a 1922 Christmas ship, and the revival of carols in public life in Denver with community singing and traditional verses.
James H. Allen, once crippled by rheumatism, claims to have dissolved uric acid deposits through a self developed remedy. He offers Allenrhu to readers with a money back guarantee after trying the first pint, and directs druggists to dispense it. Mail orders accepted.
A brief London Answers item presents a conversation where an employer questions a young applicant about age and prior application. The exchange highlights expectations for an older candidate and the boy confirms his reason for returning.
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