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Newspaper
Russiaville Observer
Location
Russiaville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1918
Page
3
A laboratory tour shows the making of Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound with emphasis on herbs, solvents, sterilization, pasteurization, and sterile bottling. Letters from women attest to its health benefits for female ills and the product's enduring reputation.
J. H. Snowden a retired farmer and capitalist plans to return from southern California to Calgary to work in the fields this summer. He says at fifty five years old he has not done manual labor for eight years yet will hire out and help harvest crops to aid war production. The Nebraska State Journal notes that thousands in the U S and Canada will answer patriotic duty before the war ends and that the call to colors extends beyond those under thirty two.
The Christian Science Monitor notes parallels between Marshal Von Hindenburg's boast to drive the English into the sea and Soult's remark about Wellington in the Peninsular War. It questions whether Hindenburg will rethink his plan as Wellington did, given the perilous proximity to the sea and looming battle.
In a Rural Chronicle excerpt Kamerads depict an aggro egoist declaring his aims to win at all costs. Farmer Corn tessell replies that a potato bug behaves likewise. The exchange shows a satirical clash of pride and practicality.
The Methodist church in Japan reports a roughly 12 percent increase in membership over the past year. Leaders credit renewed outreach and community programs for drawing new adherents.
A plan calls for a new YMCA building in Atlanta costing 15 000 dollars to serve the African American community. The project aims to provide facilities and programs through the local YMCA chapter.
A 1918 McClure Syndicate note examines evolving children’s fashion from strict past garments to modern lightening silhouettes. It contrasts historic uniform dress with wartime influence, praises practical changes like abolished garters and corsets, and notes junior versions of adult styles such as the eton jacket and organdie dresses for the nursery and early youth.
A long standing Holland remedy claims to treat kidney and bladder disorders and related pains. The ad touts capsules as five drop doses imported from Holland labs, effective for backache, rheumatism, and more with a money back guarantee if not relieved.
A dialogue explains why a ship weighs anchor before departure using a parable about binnacles. The text then describes a new collapsible fire escape invented by a bot aboard a wave’s fleet allowing a hinged container to drop a metal ladder from a window to provide a safe exit.
In a cheeky exchange, Thomas Catt scolds a young man for asking off as his grandmother has died seven times since the season began. Clarence Kittin quips she has used up her other wolves, fueling a dryly comic workplace moment.
Cuticura Soap daily and Ointment as needed promise a clear complexion clean scalp and soft white hands. Free samples available by writing Cuticura Dept. X Boston. Sold by druggists and by mail. Soap 25 Ointment 25 and 50.
To inform women of the neighborhood hour for worship is one objective of a vigilance committee in certain Lutheran mission stations in India where clocks are scarce.
A new invention introduces metal fasteners designed to secure poultry during cooking, eliminating the need for stitching. The device promises faster preparation and uniform cooking, potentially transforming kitchen methods.
An old advertisement proclaims Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic destroys malarial germs carried by mosquitoes. The product is offered at 6 cents. The copy also frames service to country as self serve.
A health advisory urges field workers to protect stomach and bowels in heat. It promotes EATONIC from Kramer, claiming quick relief from indigestion and related symptoms, with a money back guarantee and a mail order option from the EATONIC REMEDY Co. in Chicago.
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