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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
May 27, 1905
Page
3
The Kaffirs view women as essential for home upkeep while men tend cattle. Marriages are not always by young choice, yet attractive girls often marry older wealthy men. A man's pursuit may fail as the girl’s preferences carry little weight in the dynamic.
A Russian Mordovinian custom holds that a dead relative returns home forty days after burial. If the spirit does not appear, the kin impersonate the deceased, wear his clothes, and claim to deliver solemn messages from beyond the grave.
The article states that a carpenter uses seven strokes to drive a nail into ordinary wood and twelve regular strokes plus two finishing taps for nails into hardwood. It notes this detail is unfamiliar to most people.
A humorous quip notes that telling the average woman that eating less mutton lowers morals leads to laughter and continued eating, while promising beauty from vegetarianism worries butchers about future trouble. The remark reflects lighthearted social satire with a food ethics angle.
He finds two letters from bygone days. She identifies one sent before marriage during a cold and another from last winter when she was ill with influenza. The exchange reveals their shared past and enduring connection.
A quotation on courtship argues intellectual display hurts romance and that true lovers prefer self focus on their relationship. Rochefoucauld is cited noting lovers tire of nothing when they talk of themselves.
A Charlotte Observer snippet recounts a visitor describing local pine trees as "skunt" up to the limbs after trying unfamiliar turpentine work in this region. The remark illustrates regional slang and attitudes toward forestry practices observed by a visitor.
A Johannesburg resident pays $600 monthly for a cook and $35 for a Hindu servant, while in India such services would cost about $5 a month, highlighting the high living costs for the wealthy in South Africa.
James McCardle of Jamaica Plain Massachusetts is a centenarian who since 1852 has drawn a pension as a British soldier at six pence per day. The long tenure marks a remarkable record of service and dependence on veteran benefits.
Buffalo report says F.R. McLean of 90 East Ferry St. credits Dodd's Kidney Pills for his recovery from kidney disease after six boxes. He states he can work steadily again and urges others with kidney trouble to try the remedy, claiming it cures Bright's Disease.
The largest island by area is New Guinea at about 306000 square miles while Great Britain covers roughly 83826 square miles.
Some grocers say they do not carry Defiance Starch because they hold 12 oz brands that cannot be sold to customers who have used the 16 oz Defiance Starch for money.
The article notes Japanese greeting forms at telephones: "Moshi moshi" and "Anone" with the emphasis falling on the syllable "nay." It highlights pronunciation details and usage contexts in early language notes.
Adv promotes Defiance Cold Water Starch claiming 16 oz for 10 cents, surpassing other brands that offer only 12 oz. The copy asserts no equal in quantity or quality.
South Africa reports ostrich farming remains highly profitable with emphasis on superior quality and higher yields. Defiance Starch is promoted as a leading replacement brand in the trade, signaling strong market confidence.
A compact reflection on recognizing rare chances and the prudent approach to seize them. It urges deliberate action when a timely opening appears and cautions against letting opportunities slip away.
Princess Margaret protects the secretary Johann Pyrmont after a sword duel with Prince Ivan of Muscovy. The fight draws a crowd, is halted by guards, and a river escape aids Johann and his Danish ally Sparhawk. The princess arranges safe passage to Kernsberg while confessing love to Sparhawk.
In Washington Joseph T Bristow outlines Panama canal work expectations estimating sixty trains daily and ten years to finish. He notes engineers add steam shovel units monthly, three old French diggers in use, 5000 workers, and that rains cause slides. He compares yellow fever to pneumonia fears and describes labor composition and living conditions.
Grand Island Nebraska reports John Lett of York elected commander of the Grand Army of the Republic. Other officers chosen include J.R. Maxin senior vice commander and H. H. Dunham medical director. Delegates named to the national encampment at Denver include Hoagland Beatrice Askwith Grand Island Burwell Juniata McCain Plattsmouth Wampaugh Kearney and Hobb Omaha.
Mrs G W Fooks of Salisbury Minnesota credits Dean's Kidney Pills with curing an eight year kidney complaint that left her tired short of breath bloated and swollen. After three days on the pills the back ache disappeared and she was soon entirely cured. Price 50 cents for sale by Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY. Umbrellas and self respect when lost are seldom regained.
Frank J Cheney sworn as senior partner of Fn J Curyey & Co in Toledo Ohio declares firm will pay one hundred dollars for each catarrh case cured by Hatt's Catarrh Cure. Notary A W Gleason certifies December 9, 1888. Ad promotes Catarrh Cure and testimonials with claims of internal use affecting mucous surfaces. Also mentions Hall's Funny Pills and a note on a barnstormer and egg prices.
Denver's Grand Army of the Republic executive committee, with Commander-in-Chief W W Blackmar, reports arrangements are complete to accommodate 60,000 visitors during the national encampment next September. An estimated 125,000 may visit, with pledges sought for further lodging. Hotel rates will stay at standard levels during the event. A program of entertainment for veterans and friends is being arranged.
A Arkansas town story recalls a hotel owner who leads the city board of aldermen. A visitor suggests draining a nearby swamp for health. The politician delays, saying he would support improvement except his son runs the drug store.
A Maine deputy collector learns of a smuggling case involving 160 pounds of coffee hidden at a farmer's farm. The farmer admits possession of the goods, and the farmer’s wife, who had married the day before in Canada, shares the same surname Coffee.
Allentown Pa the general synod of the Re formed church settled the dispute over church government. An article from the committee on the new constitution gains approval requiring class reorganization of charges only after counseling with affected consistories. An amendment making class action final by two thirds was accepted.
In New Haven Judge Cleaveland was asked by Judge Henry Stoddard to require W. J. Bryan to appear at the hearing on his account as administrator of Philo S. Bannett’s estate. Bryan’s counsel raised no objection and the hearing will be set for a date Bryan can attend.
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