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Newspaper
Russiaville Observer
Location
Russiaville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 13, 1920
Page
3
An advisory note claims daily meat raises uric acid that paralyzes kidneys and causes back pain headaches and kidney discomfort. It promotes using four ounces of Prune Salts from a pharmacy dissolved in water before breakfast to cleanse kidneys and reduce uric acid, describing the solution as inexpensive and pleasant.
A garbled Victorian style exchange shows a narrator questioning a figure about misconduct at a public event. The crowd reacts with distress while one man’s awkward reply prompts suspicion of responsibility for drinking and disorder at the gathering.
An advertisement touts Mitkhs Emulsion as a palatable remedy for stomach trouble and constipation. It claims rapid relief, urges trial, and offers a money back guarantee if not satisfied. Sold by druggists nationwide with Terre Haute listed as the company base.
A fragment shows a humorous exchange about smoking and curtains, then a separate sworn affidavit from Frank J. Cheney of F. J. Cheney & Co. claiming the firm will pay one hundred dollars for any case of catarrh that cannot be cured by Hall's Catarrh Medicine. The advertisement notes internal use and bloodstream action.
A severe person complains about popular settings and disapproves of them. Another character acknowledges the need to pay attention, saying those very settings stay running through their head.
An advertisement promotes Cuticura Onnot ment for pimples redness and rough skin followed by Cuticura Soap and hot water rinse dry and apply Cuticura Talcum for fragrance. It states 25 cents each and ends with a proverb about a man in the wrong and an umoresia sealer sensing the silver lining.
The New Albany school board approved the salary schedule for the coming year with raises for several groups including high school principals teachers and supervisors. Adjustments range from 110 to 245 dollars depending on position and grade level.
A Cincinnati genius introduces Freezone a new corn remedy that promises painless relief. Apply drop on the corn then lift it out with fingers claiming instant numbness and easy removal. Available in a tiny bottle at drug stores for only a few cents.
A Houston Post item recalls a dog described as sensible and content. The ad finder notes the pup has never worn a ribbon or ridden in a limousine, yet is a happy hearted bone burying dog. The exchange emphasizes the dog’s simple pleasures.
The phrase urges harsh treatment of adversaries to humiliate them and provoke moral outrage. It frames victory through intimidation and public shaming as a strategic goal.
Advertises genuine Bayer Aspirin with the Bayer Cross and the Bayer name on packages for physicians use. Describes approved uses including Pain colds headache toothache earache neuritis rheumatism and lumbago with tin boxes of 12 tablets priced affordably. Also notes larger packages sold by druggists and claims the trade mark belongs to Bayer. Joshua performs a stunt while a taunt about a favorite son is noted.
A humorous exchange between Charley and Mrs. Torkins about prohibition and bootleggers. Mrs. Torkins reveals a gag about bootleggers and tight shoes, leading to a light, playful punchline.
A Louisville Courier Journal excerpt reflects on an address advocating plain common sense as the core of a planned experiment. The speaker asks why it should not work and emphasizes practical, straightforward reasoning.
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