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Newspaper
Rockport Democrat
Location
Rockport, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 22, 1908
Page
3
The notice advertises rates for the Daily Courier-Journal and Sunday Courier-Journal with a six dollar yearly price for daily and two dollar yearly for Sunday. It invites readers to request a combination cut rate by writing to The Democrat in Rockport Indiana.
Rheumatism is described as the most common and painful illness with Chamberlain's Pain Balm offering relief, improved rest, and possible permanent relief for some. The ad notes temporary relief for many, and that especially in older sufferers dampness and weather changes limit cures, while small bottle prices of 25 and 50 cents are sold by T. C. Basye.
Washington discusses Culberson and Gray stepping back from the Democratic presidential path. The paper trusts Bryan to clinch the Denver nomination and notes New England's pro Bryan tilt. It covers the paper trust inquiry, Hearst’s Independence League, and a warning on conventions and health ad copy.
An article explains why cigar smoke lingers more than other tobacco forms due to aromatic oils released into the air. It notes that fabrics retain the odor and suggests abundant airing to remove it. A separate notice promotes Bees Laxative Cough Syrup for coughs and bronchial issues, praised as pleasant for children and sold by T. C Basye.
A reflective note suggests many men waiting for prosperity have not taken action to secure their own future, staying idle while opportunities pass.
Ready to use collapsible tube with nozzle. One application soothes and heals reducing inflammation and relieving soreness and itching. Price 50 cents. Sold by T. C. Buasye.
A Washington Star poem reflects on the idea of an American girl as a prize and the tension between freedom and duty. It questions inherited status and the lure of wealth while affirming national identity and personal choice.
An old advertisement touts Hollister's Rocky Mountain Tea as a stomach stimulant liver booster and bowel tonic. It claims easy natural action and markets Tea or Tablets for 35 cents from J. A. Sargent.
The article notes two Waterloo battles against the French. The first in 1705 led by the Duke of Marlborough aimed at Brussels with Dutch forces under Schlangenburg. it ended with few prisoners taken. The second in 1815, led by the Duke of Wellington, remains one of England’s great victories, fought from Brussels.
In Moscheles memoir fragments Mme Schumann refuses, then agrees to play a page or two of Carnaval prompting the remark that when Carnaval is played it must be played in full. The note ends with an ad for Casca a baby remedy sold by T C Basye describing its non opiate formula.
A proposal outlines using Afghanistan’s waters to generate electricity for lighting forts and military cantonments across a wide area, tapping a tremendous force beyond the Khyber Pass.
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