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Newspaper
Scandia Journal
Location
Scandia, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 17, 1903
Page
8
A reader cites Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound as curing fibroid tumors and improving health. The testimonial claims the remedy expelled tumors and strengthened the system, urging other women with ovarian troubles, ulcers, or uterine issues to try it.
A proverb warns that seeking pleasure by deep diving into pleas areas yields more gravel than pearls. The saying highlights the cost of chasing immediate gratification rather than value.
Advertisement boasting Defiance Cold Water Starch as superior with 16 oz for 10 cents, claiming rivals offer only 13 oz. The copy emphasizes quantity and quality to attract shoppers.
Thel notes that losing friends is hard while the good things seem impossible to part with. He reflects on social ties and the pull of positive outcomes in daily life.
A fragmented advertisement snippet cites Defiance Starch as superior and one third more for 10 cents, plus Piso's Cure for Consumption praised as a cough and cold remedy by N. W. Sanuhl of Ocean Grove New Jersey on February 17 1900. It also references Red Cross Ball Blue detergent and a brief note on bold prospects.
An assortment of 19th century ads and notices include Mother Gray's Sweet Powders for Children offered by A.S. Olmsted of LeRoy NY, a cold cure laxative Bromo Quinine tablets, a note on information requests about the Great Southwestern Territory, and a Katy line prospectus from St. Louis. The pieces showcase period marketing, regional addresses, and brief quotes on cures and commerce.
An old grocer's pitch promotes Fred Cross Ball Bine as a laundry aid that cleans clothes and leaves a fresh scent, marketed to households seeking white garments.
The speaker envisions a future yacht race if the cup leaves its Atlantic crossing. Should a victory occur, all will celebrate, while a defeat promises exciting competition in reclaiming the silver. James Cordon Bennett vows to challenge Royal Ulster Club, inviting new designers and methods for boatbuilders.
Frederika Iowa July 18 Mr A. Grover describes a severe kidney disorder with nocturnal urination swelling of limbs and weight loss then credits Dodd's Kidney Pills with curing the condition. He claims eight pounds gained in two months and no night trips to the toilet after ten boxes. The article notes the remedy as a safe permanent cure for kidney urinary disorders.
Fragmented advertisement-like text warns about Defiance Starch compare to others. It notes Defiance offers 16 ounces per package and costs more than 12 ounce brands. The piece uses archaic phrases and a biblical aside about Ananias and a warning to choose smartly.
The piece condemns Breathitt County Kentucky for illiteracy and lax justice, noting one third of white voters cannot read and chronic underfunding of schools. It cites fifty one felony cases with no convictions at a term, warns of pardons by the governor, and calls for hanging murderers and building schools to reform a county described as dark and bloody. The writer links lack of newspapers and schools to social decay.
Robert Knight completes purchase of the Centreville cotton mills adding 31 744 spindles and bringing his total mills to about 491 000 spindles. Knight becomes the largest individual cotton mill owner in the country if not the world.
A customer quips about honesty while the insurance agent asserts the firm’s policy superiority. The awakened agent claims the company abandoned an old approach as obsolete. The umbrella maker sits idle, taking advantage of sunny conditions to profit.
A reader in Indianapolis endorses Peruna as a cure for female trouble and catarrh, claiming rapid recovery after five to seven bottles. The ad cites notable supporters Belva Lockwood and others, and invites readers to write to Dr. Hartman for free advice.
Local testimonial from Lock Haven Pennsylvania details how Dean’s Kidney Pills eased Arching backs neck and loin pains reduced swelling and dropsy signs. Mrs L W Amumunen notes her husband’s hip injury and urinary distress improved after trial boxes, prompting further purchases and full recovery.
A feminine correspondent of Harpers Weekly argues women entering business suffer continual self sacrifice and social erosion. She notes mingling with men under democratic conditions dulls drawing room manners and unsettles long held views of male behavior and female dignity.
Grocers say they do not keep Defiance Starch because they already hold 2 oz brands in stock that customers who used the 16 oz Defiance Starch won’t buy. The piece closes with a quote about character and vindication.
Promoted by Cuticura soap and ointment the regimen claims to stop hair loss remove crusts scales and dandruff destroy parasites soothe irritated scalp and nourish roots leading to hair growth on a healthy scalp. It advertises its use for skin troubles hands baby rash chafing and general toilet needs with resolvent for blood purification.
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