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Newspaper
Russell Banner
Location
Russell, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Jan 25, 1912
Page
2
Mrs P. Knechier of Harriston P.O. reports two children rescued from severe croup after applying Nerviline to throat and chest and inhaling Catarrbozone. She urges mothers to use Nerviline as a reliable liniment.
Latent photographic images on silver bromide plates can be developed after fixing in hypo, but only if exposed twenty times the normal. Comptes Rendus reports Lumiere and Geyewetz show fixing before developing with four times exposure for show plates and six times for rapid plates using a 2 percent hypo bath. The double sulphite of silver and sodium gives best results as developer.
Experiments in New Jersey demonstrate a low freezing explosive to aerate sub-soil and dig planting holes. The discharge breaks up adjacent ground, making tenacious soil porous and sponge like, aiding moisture conservation. Deeper root penetration is claimed and crops show reduced sensitivity to dry hot spells.
A playful verse reimagines the Christmas season, noting the burden of expenses and the pretense of liking gifts. It asks for mutual forgiveness for Christmas excesses and for those who holiday differently.
Heavy chains will be stretched across lock chambers to absorb impact from vessels that go beyond control. Chains are raised and lowered into grooves by a hydraulic system controlled by solenoid valves. Valves allow electrical control from a central point.
The piece juggles comic vignettes from a bustling shop era with characters like Slickman the store owner and a branded do it now campaign. It hues to everyday anecdotes about frugal tradesmen, a beleaguered child seeking ten cents, and a string of misadventures from the cashier to the secretary.
A collection of humorous and discursive snippets covers horse racing rings, clever cons and disguises in trotting history, a dogged soldier’s banter, and mid century social gaffes in conversations about travel, work, and marriage. Rich with named figures such as Small Hopes, Umbrella Bill, and Minnie Moulton, the piece reflects period wit.
Mrs Lois McKay of Tiverton Digby County Nova Scotia says Dodd’s Kidney Pills cured her back and side pains and heart region discomfort. She notes fatigue and bowels improved, and credits the remedy with restoring health by healing diseased kidneys.
Tar Tarter and Amber highlight notorious ringers with aliases from Broker to Clover. Records show two mile dashes and international racing from Canada to Europe, including Bethel and Polly. Kneebs confesses as a ringer. Red Arthur races in Russia. Authorities probe alleged offenders, often sparked by disputes among involved parties.
A historical note extols Mother Graves Worm Exterminator as a pleasant children's remedy to drive worms from the system. Parmelee's Vegetable Pills are praised for small potency and effective stomach trouble correction, widely demanded by those who value a safe simple remedy.
An advertisement touts Pinex cough syrup as fastest relief for deep coughs within 24 hours. It claims effectiveness against croup and bronchitis, notes simple five minute prep, and promotes a 16 ounce family supply from a $0.09 bottle. The ad highlights genuine Pinex made from Norway pine resin and guarantees satisfaction with a money-back guarantee.
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