02 Jul 1908
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Newspaper
Scotland Neck The Commonwealth
Location
Scotland Neck, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jul 02, 1908
Page
1
An old advertisement extols the dangers of kidney disease affecting minds, vigor, and cheer, noting children and adults suffer urinary and bladder issues. It promotes Swamp Root by Dr Kilhamton in New York as the remedy, urging readers to verify the exact name and address on every bottle.
A reflective column discusses a money puzzle where a single dollar bill circulates between farmers and merchants, ending with a mail-order house and the moral of keeping currency at home. It also critiques party blame for panics and extols Eastern Carolina’s agricultural advantages and the need for broad advertising of regional benefits.
A reader highlights Orison Sweet Marden's article in Success Magazine urging self belief and proactive ambition. The piece argues individuals create their own conditions, need daily goals, and merit encouragement to overcome mediocrity and reach higher destinies.
One application of ManZan Pile Remedy relieves pain soothes reduces inflammation soreness and itching at a price of 50 cents. Guaranteed satisfaction. Also Rings Little Liver Pills relieve sick headaches and biliousness with a rosy complexion and clear eyes. Do not grip the sickest. Good for all the family.
A 1910s style essay urges abandoning constraint and imitation to live authentically. Emphasizes originality as God’s design, contrasts original thinkers with copied phrases, and celebrates cheerful independence in pursuing personal convictions, talents, and work.
A humorous column notes social foibles across ages and roles. It playfully critiques editors preambling with words, a girl’s weight myth, a sister’s regard for a brother, a husband’s vanity, preachers’ sermons, lovers’ follies, and wives’ close calls with affection and money.
A reflective verse urging resilience and cheer amid sorrow. The speaker notes heavy burdens borne without whine, urging the reader to choose laughter, hope, and outward kindness. It celebrates sunlight after gloom and the uplifting power of a smiling, courageous heart.
A Youth's Companion excerpt outlines aging as a tissue hardening result from loss of regenerative power. It discusses Mechnikoff's theory of constant cellular warfare, poisons from gut bacteria, and proposed remedies like introducing harmless bacteria and daily buttermilk to reduce toxin formation.
North Carolina Geological and Economic Survey warns Piedmont hillside farming loses over four million tons of soil annually valued at about two million dollars. Bulletin explains erosion causes, terracing and diking methods, suitable crops, and forest retention for steep lands. Readers may request reform guidance from State Geologist or Forester in Chapel Hill.
The text proclaims a global effort to fight consumption or tuberculosis, labeling it the white plague. It promotes Foley’s Honey and Tar as a safe, effective remedy for coughs and colds, implying no danger of consuming to health. The genuine product is said to come in a yellow package.
An old advertisement touts Doan's Kidney Pills as the only perfect remedy for backache tied to kidney trouble. Personal anecdote from Jos. Savage of Tarboro praises relief from back pain and kidney irregularities after using the pills. Also includes assorted jokes and product mentions typical of era ads.
An old advertisement promotes Urino Laxative Fruit Syrup as a non irritating bowel cleanser and stimulator from E T Whitehead Co. It includes a Punch cartoon barb about a pedestrian and a testimonial praising Dr Kings New Discovery for coughs colds and throat healing now sold at E T Whitehead Co drug store.
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