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Newspaper
Shoshone Journal
Location
Shoshone, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Mar 25, 1904
Page
6
A fragmented notice discusses a municipal law in Colon tat requiring commercial travelers to obtain a license before selling goods. The document also mentions patent medicines, a Chinese empress’s literacy, irrigation congress plans, anthracite and bituminous coal production figures, and a feature on a long-maned carriage mare from Inglewood, with several stray text fragments.
An old tale describes a blown street scene where a parlor organ with unknown origin sits in a home. A visitor asks about its maker and stops, while the musician host claims no clue and insists it has appeared within the past week. The bizarre exchange ends with puzzled silence.
The article notes the phrase so long may derive from Norwegian settlers in America, with Norwegians and Dutch in Kowth ro influencing usage. It cites chatty London Academy remarks and suggests the farewell originated as Sea Laoage meaning au revolt, with pronunciation shifts.
A physician recounts suffering poor health in January 1899 weighing 119 pounds while in the Ohio Valley. After starting daily Grape Nuts at breakfast, he gained 36 pounds, regained vigor, and now prescribes Grape Nuts to patients and friends. The account promotes Postum and the cereal's digestibility and sustaining power as evidence of its health benefits.
An analysis notes Western Canada offers an excellent climate with an elevated, stable environment. It highlights the Saskatchewan Valley’s favorable conditions, moderate rainfall of about 18 inches yearly, ample moisture during crop months, and long sunny growing seasons aiding rapid crop maturation and strong yields.
The veteran fighter told friends the bout took place in Hoxton at a loft above a stable and blacksmith shop where legality allowed the fight. He says his opponent known as The Mouse fought hard but he says the referee robbed him of the decision after a left counter knocked The Mouse out. I was robbed of the decision he declares showing a rusty horseshoe as proof.
An English medical inquiry into military bodies shows shorter broad chested soldiers were strongest and healthiest. Tall Guards men showed disease tendencies, including consumption. Narrow crested guards and heavy cavalry broke down quickly, with ideal soldiers being solid and well built rather than imposing.
English farmers report new Ridormto potato variety described as prolific and sturdy. Early tests show strong tuber production with potential for high market value, but some uncertainty remains about disease resistance and adaptation to regional soils. Prices cited reach up to forty dollars in trials.
Louis H. Mott was executed by hanging at Missoula Montana at 6 08 Friday morning for the murder of his wife on January 4 1905. He attacked his spouse after a quarrel and shot her four times as she fled. He declared his conviction came through dishonest methods and said he would give life for life.
A Portsmouth report dated March 18 states British submarine boat No A 1 was rammed and sunk near the Nab Heatship by a Donal Currie Hner, with eleven drowned including Lieutenant Man sergh, the senior officer in the submarine program. The liner reported striking a torpedo as the sub lay waiting near the heatship during maneuvers. The vessel, one of the newest float submarines, was criticized as a poor diver and had been inspected recently by King Edward and the Prince of Wales.
Dispatch from Indianapolis dated March 18 reports miners vote totals on the operators offer of a two year wage scale. 98.5 percent for acceptance, 31.7 percent against a strike. State department note cites twenty American missionaries in Fiman and communications via telegraph with Mr Allen in Seoul. Baron Komura says measures protect all foreigners in Pusan. Admiral Stackelberg hands Vladivostok command to Captain Reitzenstein and predicts a long war from Japanese preparations.
A dispatch from Chefoo reports the Russian torpedo boat destroyer Skorrol struck a mine while entering Port Arthur on the Vth. Four crew members were saved. Viceroy Alextet? confirms prior damage from the bombardment on the 10th and calls the fire story a fabrication.
General Leonard Wood was confirmed major general by the Senate on Friday with a 45 to 16 vote. The rank dated from August. The promotion date traces to President Roosevelt’s action and to early discussions in November 1903 during a special session, with party opposition narrowing as Hanna was removed, leaving two Republicans in the minority.
A long excerpt describes perfumed rings and lamps as possible disinfectants in trains and rooms, noting a perfume ring filled by a ball mechanism and a scented lamp using heated platinum to release fragrance. It mentions a $160 price for a pen used by European emperors in signing the holy alliance treaty and ends with a testimonial about Dodd's Kidney Pills aiding growing girls, urging mothers to heed it.
An estate of twelve messuages and freehold land in Holborn was bought in 1552 by St. Clement Danes wardens for £160. The current annual income exceeds £7,000 and funds almshouses pensions and schools. Also notes catarrh cure claims and a magistrate anecdote about admonition versus longer sentences.
The item touts Salzer catalogs claiming extraordinary per acre outputs across multiple crops including 1903 Indiana corn 157 bushels and Michigan 220 bushels, with barley 120, oats 40, and potent fodder crops. It urges sending stamps to John A. Salzer Seed Co for seed samples and notes the New York World syndicate release.
A reflection on the importance of everyday politeness. The author urges taking time to be pleasant and performing small courtesies, arguing such acts may outvalue wealth and fame when remembered.
Henry Soule of Pultney Street, Hammondsport New York, describes eight years of kidney pain and gravel. Doan's Kidney Pills cured his symptoms, restored sleep, digestion, and stomach function. Sold by druggists for 50 cents a box. Foster Milburn Co. Buffalo NY offers free trial by mail.
A German physician advises using soap as a remedy for sleeplessness. The patient should apply soap to the skin and allow it to dry before going to bed to induce rest.
Foot powder that rests the feet cures corns bunions swollen sore hot callous aching sweating feet and ingrowing nails. Allen's Foot-Ease makes new or tight shoes easy. Sold by every druggist and shoe store two cents sample mailed from Allen S Olmsted Le Roy N Y.
An Oregon woman wore a corset that deflected two bullets and saved her life, yet critics still question whether the garment is healthy. The incident highlights ongoing controversy over corset safety and fashion norms in the era.
Fragmentary OCR mentions a drug product with typing errors. It references Dr Shes and a tablet form sold by a drug company. Details are unclear due to garbled text but indicate a pharmaceutical ordering context and dosage notation 25 di.
A study shows British barmaids face a death rate twice the average and higher than that of lead workers, highlighting occupational health concerns and calling for further investigation.
An assorted clipping notes Pteo's Cure for Consumption as an infallible cough remedy. It then briefly describes a Korean bride's first day of silence, followed by a claim about Laxative Bromo Quinine for cold relief and an item on London cab drivers' earnings and fares.
The Chinese Eastern railway extends from the Siberian system as its southeastern terminus and travels through Manchuria to Port Arthur. It traverses about 1 000 miles of intensely cultivated agricultural country with every acre cultivated.
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