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Newspaper
Russell Banner
Location
Russell, Manitoba, Canada
Date
May 25, 1916
Page
6
An advertisement extols Nerviline as a fast acting remedy for lumbago backache rheumatism and neuralgia. It promises immediate relief with warmth and penetrating action after applying the tonic and claims strong ingredients from rare herbs. The copy promotes a 59 cent family size bottle and a 26 cent trial size from Catarrhozone Co Kingston Canada.
A physician finds little improvement in a cantankerous patient who denies following the prescription. The patient quips that taking the prescription would have caused his neck to snap, having thrown it out the window.
Professor Sir J. J. Thomson describes a radical idea sent to the War Inventions Board. A man proposed using trained cormorants to feed along lines painted on a wall and then take the birds to Essen to attack Krupp’s chimneys with fierce power, aiming to destroy the works.
Bordering on the miraculous cure of Mr. A Sawyer after ten years of invalid life. Five doctors failed to help. six boxes of Dodd's Kidney Pills revived him and his wife reports similar results. The pills have a long Canadian record, with neighbors and a local cook scene in the ad text.
Amos T. Smith of Port Hood Island reports a severe leg injury with a large swelling above the knee. He used Minard's Liniment, which quickly stopped the pain and reduced the swelling, praising the remedy highly.
A cobbler says old shoes can be fixed with new uppers heels and soles while laces remain usable. An asthma remedy from Dr J D Kellogg claims to lift recurring attacks, relieve symptoms, and restore bodily trim and mental happiness.
In a sharp exchange, a speaker challenges another about strength while mocking a four round contest that ends up being only a stamp licking act. The dialogue satirizes bravado and calls out performative display.
A German ruler habitually pulls his ear when vexed during a visit to England. When questioned by a prince about his reaction, the Kaiser says he pulls someone else’s ear when very annoyed, ending the exchange abruptly.
An advertisement touts Baby's Own Tablets as the safe universal remedy for infants and children. It claims to regulate the stomach bowels relieve constipation expel worms and ease teething with a guarantee of no injurious drugs. Sold by medicine dealers or malt at 25 cents a box from The Dr Williams Medicine Co Brockville Ont. A soldier notes horses detecting poisonous gas in trenches and Minard's Liniment is praised for burns and more.
A remark questions a firm failing to pay its debts. The speaker claims personal failure prevented payment, avoiding obligation to the other party.
Samoa flourishes under New Zealand control with a strong Bank of New Zealand branch, smooth government and courts, and high copra prices signaling healthy commerce. The advertisement touts Dr Thomas Eclectric Oil for coughs wounds and skin issues, claiming universal efficacy without testimonials. A reader quips about tracing ancestry to an Irish king while another comment questions a dead man’s chance to defend himself.
The product claims to draw out soft corns painlessly and relieve discomfort. It positions Holloway's Corn Cure as an easy remedy for stubborn corn problems.
In a rustic exchange, Ferdy claims Jack showed surprising spunk before a cabby intervened last night. The cabby’s involvement leaves Jack remorseful the next day, prompting curious talk among onlookers.
A neighbor lends a phonograph for the evening as one resident plans a tranquil night in. The exchange hints at a forthcoming gathering but emphasizes a desire for calm and quiet.
An advertisement extols USIT a new facial preparation for men with wiry beards and tender skin. It claims easy quick shaving after rubbing a few drops into the beard before lathering, softening hairs, preventing pull and irritation, and leaving skin smooth and hydrated. Trial bottles sent for 50 cents from USIT Manufacturing Co. Toronto.
Under the Australian scheme for settling soldiers on the land and providing for the dependents of soldiers killed in the war, the States will find the farms while the Commonwealth will finance the scheme.
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