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Newspaper
Roland Record
Location
Roland, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 28, 1900
Page
4
Fragmentary public notice discusses representation by counties and manager expenses. The text mentions permanent positions, home work, and requires self addressed stamped envelopes for correspondence, but details are unclear and names are garbled.
On March 20 26 and April 4 the Iowa Central Railway will sell one way excursion tickets to North Dakota at very low rates. For information call coupon ticket agents or address Geo 5 Batty G P T A Iowa Central Marshalltown Ia. He Fooled the Surgeon.
A serious assault on C. F Collier of Cherokee Town left him bedridden with severe back and kidney pain. He reports Electric Bitters brought rapid relief, restoring health and strength. Sold for 50 cents at H. H. Lexvold & Co. drug store.
A Chicago Tribune profile is cited as excelling in journalism versus other U.S. papers. The Omaha World-Herald lists top newspapers by categories like foreign and domestic news and typographical appearance, noting Tribune as worthy in multiple heads. The piece claims many Chicago readers favor the Tribune and that it prints more advertising annually than any Western paper.
A vintage ad touts Dr King’s New Life Pills as a cure for liver trouble and skin flaws. It promises clear skin, rosy cheeks, and a rich complexion for 25 cents at H. H. Lexvold & Co.’s Drug Store.
Lady Blessington sent D Orsay to complain of a publishing delay from Otley and Saunders. Count D Orsay defended himself with high language. A dignified listener remarked he would prefer Blessington's patronage to personal abuse. The count denied it was personal. He and the publishers malign each other with mutual damnation.
John Beutler of Wapakoneta Ohio preserves heirloom manuscripts handed down since the ninth and sixteenth centuries. The collection includes original manuscripts of Justinian the Great code from the late fifth century and Tacitus annals in Greek from the mid ninth century.
A bank cashier credits Dr King’s New Discovery with curing his severe cold and lung illness and urges keeping a bottle on hand. Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy is praised by a farmer and merchant family for preventing doctor bills. Local druggists offer both remedies with trials. The note mentions longevity of Uncle Tom’s Cabin actors and theater leases, plus a farm paper offer.
Tourist agents prepare groups to Oberammergau as the famed Passion Play begins April 24 and runs to late September. Since 1633 villagers in the Bavarian highlands have staged the mystery performance every decade with minor changes.
An ebony-handled saw with a brass plate claims it was used by a British army surgeon to amputate wounded soldiers at Blenheim Malplaquet and Ramillies. The grave relic was displayed in a London east end shop window, stirring memories of historic battles and the cost of war.
In Coles, Douglas and Moultrie counties Mil tofs three fourths of the world broom torn used is produced. The world total is 35,000 tons with 27,000 tons grown in these counties.
In a shift from tradition the Highland brigade units will abandon the dark tartan kilt for a khaki apron in front, to reduce target exposure on the battlefield. Separate feature notes Turkish women gain control of one third of private fortunes after marriage without the husband’s consent.
A fragmentary clipping notes a Japanese lover gifting silk for a sash instead of an engagement ring and mentions Mexican school children being urged to smoke during class as lessons proceed. The brief hints at cultural practices and school behavior without full context or dates.
A siege train is being constructed to aid troops in attacking Pretoria. It will mount sixteen new six inch howitzers capable of firing fifty pound laddite shells. An A Berlin physician warns that what are seen as insignificant wounds can cause significant harm, noting permanent disability in 60 percent of thirteen thumb wounds.
A district in Italy hosts a village of affluent former organ grinders who grew wealthy in America and now live in comfort among locals.
In Shima Japan over 106 women rely on diving for seaweed sea cucumbers and agar for a living. The group sustains coastal families and preserves traditional fishing skills amid evolving markets.
Manchester city opens lodging houses under municipal control to house 360 people, addressing housing needs with new facilities managed by local authorities. The measure aims to provide shelter and oversight for residents seeking temporary accommodation.
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