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Newspaper
Russell Banner
Location
Russell, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Jan 09, 1913
Page
3
Japanese author Mr. Ischiba seeks a new wife with six strict conditions. The candidate must endure all life phases, have no worldly possessions, be cut off from family, keep a pristine kitchen and bath, wear traditional Japonaise hair style, stand five feet tall, and be suitably plump. He reviewed forty seven applicants before selecting a 28 year old meeting his eccentric criteria.
The text promotes Dr J D Kellogg's Dysentery Cordial as the best medicine to ease dysentery common in spring and summer. It claims the cordial is a standard remedy sold widely and useful against internal complications from transitioning seasons.
A concise portrayal highlights a discerning woman known for laughter that comes at appropriate, timely moments, signaling wisdom and restraint.
A humorous exchange explains that bringing a book titled How to Talk would be like carrying coal to Newcastle. The husband uses the metaphor to illustrate an unnecessary task, while the wife asks for a familiar illustration.
Local voices question the impact of early charitable efforts started at home. Critics say the initial work lacks scale and measurable results, while supporters argue small acts seed broader community aid and long term progress.
A passenger jokes about a conductor no longer on the road saying Bill Jones is color blind. The conductor confirms Bill cannot see which is his and which belongs to the company, implying retirement or absence from duty.
A Canadian farming discussion urges diversifying grain farming and boosting livestock to feed a growing population. It notes shifting western ranching, seasonal meat demand, and a need for loan support and home markets to stabilize prices for beef mutton and pork.
A motivational piece extols the benefits of a comfortable life free from old pains and aches. It promises lasting relief and a return to normal activity through a wellness regimen and touted remedies.
Mr. Alex J Stone of West Point Mid states he suffered liver and kidney derangements with headaches backaches and body pains and credits Dr Chase's Kidney Liver Pills with a cure after using the medicine and sharing it with friends He reports feeling better than in five years and endorses the capsules priced 25 cents a box through Edmanson Bates Co Limited Toronto.
The Hospital notes the czarevitch is said to be haemophilic a bleeding disorder. The article traces hemophilia through European royals from the middle ages noting the late Duke of Albany the Spanish royal children and possibly Hohenzollerns and Queen Mary’s kin as affected. It explains hemophilia causes excessive bleeding and is rarely seen in females.
A street car collided with a milk cart in a large city causing cans to spill across the street. A crowd gathered as a short man strained to see past a stout woman who snapped at him to mind his own business.
Lingwell, long time member of the choral society since its formation, unexpectedly resigns. The choirmaster and secretary note uncertainty over the reason, hinting at a possible next performance selection and the line I once was young, but now am old.
A whimsical proverb notes that the more rain you take while eating, the fewer you will have afterward. It plays on moisture during meals and uses a humorous image to suggest scarcity follows excess moisture.
An educational appeal urges trained brains over muscular labor, highlighting business office work and telegraph operator training. Prospective students are invited to write W. H. Shaw, President of Shaw's Schools in Toronto, Canada, for a curriculum copy.
When news spread, clerks congratulated a man on his engagement. A skeptical coworker raised the issue that the fiancée might be a twin, but the groom relaxedly dismissed the worry, praising the family as pleasant and saying he never notices which sister is the bride.
A five year old boy traveling with his mother in a city car avoids a fare when the conductor learns his age. The lad then asks for full information and loudly declares And mother’s 35.
A barber jokes that only a thousand years of resting would improve the razor used on a customer. The customer responds with tongue in cheek demand to lay aside the razor for that long to achieve a sharper edge.
A couple recounts a rushed proposal inside a taxi. After the woman accepted, the man paid the bill and they exited the cab to walk away together.
The remark suggests men would improve finances by abandoning risky political schemes and returning to stable employment, implying broader caution about pursuing political perks over work.
A brief note likens many so called theatrical stars to rockets, implying rapid ascent and volatile fame in show business. The remark comments on the spectacle and energy surrounding prominent performers.
In Constantinople the harem and palace circle show mounting panic amid reports the army may breach Tehatalaja lines. Eunuchs reassure, but fear persists of flight to Scutari or Broussa as Sultan Abdul Hamid’s successor waits for front-line news and possible victory.
A simple cheap remedy, Parmelee's Vegetable Pills, is praised as an effective regulator of the digestive system. The ad urges that they are inexpensive, easily available, and suitable for the poor and those avoiding doctors, with claimed beneficial effects.
A cautious batsman faced the bowlers for an hour with no runs scored as fielders closed in and waited for a catch that never arrived. The warning cry Look out rang from the pavilion as spectators drifted away and danger loomed around the batsman.
Claims of cures for lumbago earache and sensitive lungs are attributed to Minard's Liniment by three named users Rev William Brown Mrs S Kaulback and Mrs S Masters in a dated testimonial.
A doctor instructs a patient on drastic lifestyle cuts to save money. The patient agrees to follow the plan, including walking instead of streetcar, quitting theatres, stopping smoking, and giving up drinking for months. By adhering, the patient could save about $35.50 owed for last year's medical attendance.
Cricketers in a pavilion recount a humorous tale of a player who boasted of scoring a hundred and taking nine wickets, only to reveal his alarm clock interrupted his daydream, ending the claim with a light joke on timing and misfortune.
A boy declares to his father he will not return to school after the holiday. The parent pleads the school is prestigious and has produced smart graduates, yet the boy insists he will not go back, saying he has changed his mind.
A humorous remark disputes a claim about shoes alleged to have belonged to Charles I. The speaker asserts a right foot shoe is misattributed, noting the king walked calmly. The exchange mix of skepticism and flair reflects a playful historic artifact tale.
A brief exchange centers on a husband’s stance on women's suffrage, revealing expectations about his support and the speaker’s surprise. The remark highlights shifting views on voting rights within households and public discourse.
VW Gl flowers are described as society girls who appear to have attended a file event. The text is fragmented and reads with spelling errors. No clear dates locations or organizations are confirmed.
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