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Newspaper
Shiner Gazette
Location
Shiner, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 04, 1919
Page
3
An advertisement extols Cascarets as a gentle overnight laxative that cleanses the body of toxins and improves digestion without gripe or discomfort. It also promotes Dr Peery's Dead Shot as a worm expeller that cleans mucus and boosts digestion. The copy closes with a quip about morality and work ethic.
Neighbors in Houston and Beaumont report rapid relief from female complaints and kidney discomfort after using Dr. Pierce’s Favorite Prescription. Testimonials cite relief from backache irregularities and during expectancy, plus a non alcoholic, herb based formula with ingredients printed on the wrapper. Trial packages offered by mail for 10 cents.
Get Sloan's for your pain relief. For stiff sore muscles sciatic twinge and lame backs it provides warm soothing relief. It stains not the skin leaves no mess and requires little time. Large bottle offers economy. Available from your druggist. 70 cents or 1 40.
In Lena delta region, vast mammoths perished as climate warmed then froze, leaving carcasses preserved by ice. Remains, occasionally revealed by Arctic sun, show near perfect eyeballs and meat fresh enough for dogs, indicating thousands of years since their extinction.
A Boy's Life description explains mercury as a dense liquid that metals like iron would float on. It notes that gold or copper dropped into mercury becomes coated with a silver amalgam, a type of alloy formed with mercury.
A dialogue heavy clipping sketches domestic tensions and social snags through exaggerated quips. Characters trade barbs about jealousy money and meddling spouses as they navigate everyday social misfires with dry wit.
The raccoon Procyon lator is likened to bears in appearance and behavior. Though smaller, raccoons are wild and hard to tame, yet a young one can be trained. In captivity, they must be confined as they raid hen roosts and cornfields, though they can be leashed for airings.
Julia Bottomley presents practical homemade gift ideas suitable for women skilled with a needle. Each suggestion offers easy steps, affordable materials, and a hands on approach to thoughtful, personalized presents.
A pictured arrangement shows two sewing sets to hang on a wall or furniture. An embroidery hoop with satin ribbon bows features a kitten made of cloth holding needles and pins. Left side shows heart shaped pockets sewn from satin with thread spools, scissors, a thimble, glove darner and safety pins.
A man’s desk set offers a light board waste basket with dull rose tapestry, dark-green braid, and tassel handles. A matching paper case includes a medallion and braid trim, providing practical organization for Christmas gift giving.
The article describes baby gifts fashioned from narrow ribbons and white cel luloid rings. Flowerlike ribbon bells hang from rings, safety pins form Stamens, and a pin cushion with hours of the day marks feeding times. Additional decorations include bows beads and a crocheted silk floss band for carriage safety.
An ornate handkerchief case features brocaded ribbon, satin lining, and a delicate lace frill. Corner rogettes and a ribbon rose crown the piece, with a double quilling ribbon in two shades as a centerpiece. A regal gift idea for Christmas and a queenly possession for the owner.
Ribbon garters feature dainty laces and satin ribbons with elastic bands and chiffon rose decorations. Wide satin ribbons form garters shirred over elastic with lace flounces. Rosettes, bows, and tiny blossoms embellish the design, shown both on and off the garters.
Two small linen bags with embroidery are designed to carry money or jewels safely around the neck. They offer strength and washability, making them superior to other bags for travelers. A touch of hand embroidery signals the donor’s thoughtfulness in giving a small, useful gift.
An advertisement warns against Calomel a toxic mercury drug and promotes Dodson's Liver Tone as a safe remedy. It claims Calomel causes nausea cramps and liver distress while Dodson's product promises quick relief with a money back guarantee if not effective.
A light exchange about rain decorates a brief civil row as weather talk turns playful. One speaker jokes about needing a shower while the other retorts with a dry suggestion to simply take one if needed.
A Boston style advertisement extols Boschee's Syrup as a remedy for coughs bronchitis colds and throat irritation. It claims influenza deaths exceed war fatalities and touts the syrup as proven for fifty three years aiding sleep and morning expectoration. Produced in America and sold widely.
The article notes nearly half a million dollars has been donated to Uncle Sam's conscience fund since 1811 as penitent individuals admit various law violations. Donations range from two cents to over 18600 for evading duties, with many hiding identity or disguising handwriting, yet Treasury officials keep communications confidential to allow confession without prosecution.
The term cordon bleu traces to the Holy Ghost order founded by Henry I of France. It evolved from a knightly rank to describe eminent professionals and cooks who earned a medal on a blue ribbon. The phrase spread from elite dinners to denote exceptional culinary skill and its blue badge.
Dialogue fragment shows Mrs Styles labeled an awful flirt by Patrice. Patrice doubts Mrs Styles can love, but she retorts with a quip that Mrs Styles owns a lap dog as a sign of affection. The lines hint at reputational gossip and playful banter.
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