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Newspaper
Russell Banner
Location
Russell, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Jan 07, 1904
Page
15
Dol-making has become a new industry in Stewarts town County Tyrone. Previously most dolls sold in the United Kingdom were imported from Germany.
A compilation of old advertisements claims cures for grip colds and ailments by Minard's Liniment and Hall's Catarrh Cure. Spells out endorsements and testimonials from various locations, mentioning J Cheney Co Toledo and Notary A W Gleason. Also references Mrs. Mace and Pexty Pills and a general health promotion tone.
An advertisement touts Dr. Von Stan’s Pine apple Tablets as a digestive aid. It claims the tablets stimulate the digestive organs and urges use by “coed” readers, selling a 60 in a box for 45 cents.
A reflective line on riches and virtue warns that riches without charity lose their wings. It suggests wealth will be stripped away if not used for benevolent deeds.
An advertisement touts Dr Agnew’s Ointment as curing itching burning skin diseases in one day. It lists tetter lait rheum scald head eczema barber’s itch ulcers blotches and other eruptions as responsive to the treatment. It also asserts the product soothes and quiets like magic. The ad closes with a separate note on faith and noise.
A sample statement from Weshing tom pa reports relief after using Dr Agenews a Catarrhal powder for chronic catarrh. The testimonial claims Bermether and specialist care provided only temporary relief before the powder delivered almost instant relief at a cost of 50 cents.
The saying notes that those who laugh at another’s distress lose the capacity to share in someone else’s happiness. It underscores empathy as a social virtue and warns against cruel amusement at others’ pain.
The Enly clergyman who ever won the Victoria Cross died in England. He earned the honor during Roberts' march to Kandahar, rescuing two wounded Lancers under heavy fire.
Market review notes renewed war rumors between Russia and Japan spark a bullish short-term move in wheat. Prices show little change since, with US farming selling and worldwide shipments remaining strong. Manitoba prices steady with No 1 Northern at 79 cents and No 4 at 65 cents for Fort William Port Arthur delivery.
Prices for Winnipeg flour sacks set at $2.25 per 98 pounds via Ogilvie's Hungarian agent. Oats offer 25 cents per bushel at country points. feed grades 79 type in cur lots. Barley shows mating grades 36 to 47 cents. tempering 34 to 45 cents.
A famed Savoy London dinner titled the Red Dinner honored a millionaire who had a big streak at roulette. Red theme covered flowers lamps knives chairs carpet and ties. The 18 course menu cost over 65 dollars per guest and reflected luck at Monte Carlo with a red nine on the menu card.
The National Prison Congress report praises the Ticket of Leave Act as vital to reform when well administered. It notes New York and Indiana lead with strong probation laws, while Canada’s system lags. It urges a commission to assess each applicant’s merit for ticket of leave.
A French authority on seasickness states that cattle and giraffes are nearly immune while monkeys suffer, elephants fare better with certain diets, and tigers and leopards are easily affected. Polar bears acclimated to moving ice appear less troubled at sea, easing with ship motion.
An elderly advertisement fragment offers to consign grain and hay to the firm for sale. The seller may receive proceeds by the highest bidder, with payment upon approval to their account. An emphasis on ready-to-sell stock and prompt handling for Hillas and Ledice areas appears in the unreadable text.
F W Harris of Central Waterville York Co New Brunswick reports two and a half years of kidney trouble cured by three boxes of Dodd's Kidney Pills. The piece touts Bright's Disease as a kidney ailment the pill can cure and urges early use at first back pain or urinary issues. Also mentions turquoise stones in Victoria Australia and Bickle's Anti-Consumptive Syrup as a throat and chest remedy.
A luxury is defined as something only a lucky toan can afford, highlighting the exclusive nature of high-end goods and the social gap they reveal.
A church fire erupts after an attempted ignition by a speaker in the pulpit, prompting investigation into the events and security around worship services. Local authorities worked with fire marshals to determine motive and assess damage.
A list of clergymen from several creeds including Bishop Sweatman Rev Dr Withrow Dr Chambers and Dr Newman of Toronto endorsing Dr Agnew's Catarrhal Powder with claims it delivers on its advertised benefits. Also noted are Dr Agnew's Ointment for piles and a maxim about character.
A concise proverb style reflection asserts that distemper is aided by Minard's Liniment while presenting a paradox about virtue and usefulness and the world’s hope tied to challenging tasks.
A careful preparation and long experimentation produced Parmele’s Vegetable Pills. The ad claims they help dyspepsia and disordered liver and kidneys and urges consumers to accept the product as represented.
A terse reflection notes that unproductive life causes hidden harm. urges action and accountability for wasted potential and moral impact.
A note asserts the paradox that character cannot be purchased though value may be attached. It emphasizes moral integrity over wealth and frames honesty as the true currency in life.
A cryptic reflection notes that some individuals hesitate to attempt tasks because success feels threatening. The piece explores the paradox of fear and ambition, suggesting restraint may shield against pressure, while ambition seeks progress.
A terse exchange notes a son choosing a college where academics won’t interfere with athletics. The dialogue mentions diphtheria and Misaré’s ligiment in a reflective, period voice.
A vintage advertisement asserts Sunlight Soap cleans cut glass and similar articles until they shine. It notes the soap also washes other items, implying broad cleaning uses beyond glassware. The exact list of additional articles is not specified.
Irene Waldron of Irvington has adapted after losing both arms, sewing with her toes and mastering other female skills with notable success in her community.
An advertisement touts Quinine Wine as a general cure all for various illnesses. It claims gradual use strengthens the body, aids sleep, steady nerves, and improves appetite, with Northrop & Lymens of Worante marketing a Superior Quintoe Wine at a set price.
An advertisement-like note extols Minar s Liniment as a cure for garget in cows and for bronchial and respiratory ailments in humans. It promises external rubbing to relieve irritation and coughing.
The readable lines show confusion over costs and responsibilities with mentions of a trunk treated as four promises and a sarcastic remark about American handling. Names or places are not clearly identifiable in this fragment.
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