11 Jan 1912
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Newspaper
Scotland Neck The Commonwealth
Location
Scotland Neck, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jan 11, 1912
Page
1
An older advertisement claims Swamp-Root cures kidney and bladder ailments affecting mood, vigor, and health. It touts sample offers by mail and lists druggist availability, urging men and women to seek the remedy and pamphlet for proof and guidance.
Safford declares he has failed financially yet vows to marry Margaret Dare and live for humanity. Dunham urges practical steps while recognizing the deeper failure lies in pride. Margaret urges love, duty, and service over wealth, and the couple commit to a life of helping the needy.
Dunham confesses his inner defeat and jealousy as he contemplates Morcaret Dare's happiness. A late call about a sick baby precedes a dawn return home. A letter from Margaret spurs him to face her, though pride warns him of his fallen status. He travels to the library where a fire glows and a tense moment awaits.
A brief on cultivating optimism and avoiding chronic grumbling. The piece cites Congressman Rodenberg of Illinois recounting a seed package anecdote about mice in his room, noting the lettuce seed packages untouched, illustrating humor in Washington correspondence from the St. Louis Star.
A New York Post piece portrays Swiss laundry methods as original and practical. Women use village troughs for washing amid rain, letting nature do the work. bluing and starching later occur in the basin before airing garments on bright grass. The piece notes frequent gossip and a carefree approach.
A linen counter salesman sketched A. T. Stewart, drawing his own job loss. Stewart initially scolds, then laughs, praising the art and offering to fund the youth's art studies, launching John TR Rogers’s sculpting career.
Practicing physicians promote Rexall Dyspepsia Tablets as an effective remedy for acute indigestion and chronic dyspepsia. The ad claims fast relief, improved appetite and digestion, and offers a money back guarantee if customers are not entirely satisfied. Tablets come in 25, 50 cent and 1 dollar sizes through The Rexall Store E. T. Whitehead Company.
The Progressive Farmer notes pecan trees thrive on deep rich soil and avoid poor rocky land. It explains tap roots do not need water at bearing and recommends transplanting from November to February with wide spacing of about thirty feet, accommodating budded varieties. It also highlights valley soils with permanent water and occasional floods as ideal.
Advice urges building a healthy body to resist tuberculosis the “great white plague.” Emphasizes fresh air sunlight regular habits ventilation avoiding overwork sleep loss and worry. Recommends breathing pure air eating moderately hygiene and avoiding alcohol to reduce infection risk.
The Beneficial Periodical from Nashville Tennessee discusses a patriotic Confederate veteran publication that informs on soldiers of both sides, supports pensions for dependent men and widows, and connects old friends. It is dignified, well printed, and claims high distribution with minimal complaints.
A collage of curiosities from old newspapers featuring a rattlesnake killing tale, a shipboard snake loss amid a storm and revival story, Paris ambulant barbers serving laborers, Uncle Jim the cemetery driver, a mushroom mix up, and a domestic quarrel over a husband’s stubborn explanation. The pieces read like a column of Odds and Ends with brisk, humorous vignettes and brief anecdotes.
Frost bitten fingers chapped hands lips chilblains cold sores red rough skin relieved by Bucklen's Arnica Salve. Trial convinces it heals burns boils piles cuts sores bruises eczema sprains. Only 25 cents at E T Whitehead Company.
A fragmentary quote attributes a view to George Eliot about accepting life as it is and relinquishing pursuit of ease and personal will. The speaker suggests freeing the mind by focusing on bearing what is given and doing what is required, rather than pursuing discontent.
A partial description extols fertile fields near beautiful rivers with abundant crops and varied fowl. It evokes a lush landscape where agriculture and vegetable life flourish amid abundant wildlife and clear waters.
A fragmented account speaks of armed men clashing in a grim conflict. The text hints at greed, danger, and the harsh realities of war, with references to violence, slaughter, and the struggle for survival amid widespread chaos.
In Vienna, Professor Noorden conducts radium influenced plant growth studies. Early results suggest irradiated plants may grow larger than untreated ones, though findings are not yet conclusive.
Two Swiss lovers fell 249 feet into a whirlpool after a small bridge over the River Aare near Melingen collapsed while they visited Handegg Falls. The tragedy occurred a few days ago as the couple stood on the unsafe structure.
An advertisement touts Rexall Oonih R as a safe cordial for elderly and frail individuals with constipation and lower disorders. It promises absolute satisfaction or refund and markets three sizes 10, 25, and 50 cents sold at Rexall stores through The Rexall Store and Whitehead Company.
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