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Newspaper
Silver Lake Record
Location
Silver Lake, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 03, 1898
Page
7
The passage honors women who risked lives as nurses during a great epidemic. They left lives of shame to minister to sufferers, traveling from cities nationwide to help as the only reliable caregivers. Many died and none returned to their former lives.
A Connecticut sect allegedly immersed an elderly rheumatic woman in water to heal her and she nearly died. The piece urges using Hosterster's Stomach Bitters to treat rheumatism and prevent related ailments, including kidney issues, dyspepsia, constipation, liver trouble, and nervous exhaustion.
In Yuma and Phoenix Alaska barkeeps refuse whisky or brandy sales when shade temperatures hit 110 to 115 degrees. Last summer a miner spree at about 118 degrees left six men involved, three died in the sun, and another was rendered demented thereafter.
A Warren Pennsylvania advertisement from The Piso Co asserts genuine testimonials and warns of a $1,000 penalty if any are proven not genuine. The notice appears in a local business promo.
An obscure note states the total area of the Sandwich or Hawaiian Islands is about the same as New Jersey. It gives distances of eighty six miles to New Orleans and one hundred nine miles to West Florida, mentioning the Queen and Crescent Route from Cincinnati.
A pamphlet argues women are prone to disease in the uterine system and links excessive menstruation to weakness. It promotes Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound as a tonic and includes a testimonial from Mrs Epwin Burie of Bethlehem noting relief from long standing womb and kidney troubles after use.
The registrar general reports 2,148,657 females and 2,006,997 males in Scotland, with female predominance rooted in higher male deaths. Births in 1895 show 64,799 male and 61,695 female births, a pattern since 1855. Emigration and illegitimacy rates are discussed, Aberdeen leading in births out of wedlock, Lanark most married, Sutherland least. The death rate in 1895 was very high.
A Brown City Michigan correspondent notes Canadian creameries established by the Government at regular distances. The plants are financed and operated by the government, taking 5 cents per pound from butter sales while farmers keep the rest. After three years control passes to farmers with clear title. Butter sold for 21 to 22 cents per pound. cheese factories are also developing along rail lines. The system serves mining towns and lumber districts beyond the Rockies and the Kiondike area opens further fields for produce. Ottawa officials and U S agents distribute descriptive literature to promote the program.
An insurance clerk's anxious attempt to verify legal age leads to a corrected understanding during a brief exchange with a lady. An unrelated ad promotes Allen's Foot-Ease powder for foot care and a feature on making the home attractive in the February Ladies' Home Journal plus Lane's Family Medicine suggesting daily bowel movement aid.
Fragmented quotes show family talk about tying a string on a finger to remember things. Uncle Bob notes his wife uses it to recall items, while Uncle Bill mentions she often wears one, and that its absence triggers a memory cue. The exchange hints at mnemonic folk practice and its perceived effectiveness.
A humorous dialogue sketches a couple discussing stock quotations as if they were lines from comic papers. Mrs Blank reads the paper while Mr Blank explains the quip nature of stock quotes.
A new product Grain-O made from pure grains promises easy digestion and a coffee substitute. It costs about a quarter of the price and is suitable for children. Available in grocery stores in 15c and 25c packages.
A reflective aphorism discusses how courage enables speaking out while true bravery lies in admitting what one does not know. It emphasizes honesty over stubborn stance and valor in acknowledging ignorance for growth.
An advertisement touts Kemp's Balsam as an immediate cure for coughing with sample bottles free from druggists. It notes 25 and 60 cent bottle sizes and urges immediate action, warning that delay is dangerous. The piece ends with a moral quip and travel note from Cincinnati to Tampa via Queen and Crescent Route in 34 hours.
Catarrh is described as a constitutional ailment needing constitutional treatment. Hall's Catarrh Cure is claimed to act internally on blood and mucous surfaces to destroy the disease and strengthen the patient. Proponents offer one hundred dollars if it fails, with testimonials available. Sold by druggists for 75 cents.
In the program a lecturer Smith questions Smanley about his role. Jones recalls his prior marriage, while Smith notes Jones now serves as part of the audience.
Salzer Seed Co offers a $400 prize for naming their 17 inch corn and White Oat prodigy. Send this notice with 10 cents in stamps to John A. Salzer Seed Co in LaCrosse Wisconsin to receive free seed catalogue and eleven farm seed samples valued at $10.
The passage argues that good manners are part of good morals and that practicing both serves personal duty and self interest, urging consistent courteous behavior as foundational to character.
Daily train service runs from Cincinnati to Jacksonville along the Queen and Cres cent Route. The schedule emphasizes reliable 24 hour travel between the two cities with regular departures and stops. Passenger cars offer standard amenities and the line markets steady connectivity for regional commerce and travel.
Teething aid aimed at infants claims to soften gums reduce inflammation and ease pain with wind colic relief. Sold at 4 cents per bottle.
A historic rail service advertises a 24 hour journey from Cincinnati to the Gulf via the New Orleans Limited Queen and Crescent Route. The compact service emphasizes speed and direct southern access.
The ad touts Syrup of Figs as a pleasant, gentle yet prompt remedy for the kidney liver and bowels. It claims cleansing effects, fever and cold relief, and cure of habitual constipation. Sold in 50 cent bottles by leading druggists with California Fig Syrup Co as issuer.
Meaford Monitor investigated a total disability payout of 1650 dollars to a man later cured. The case spanned two years, doctors labeled the disease spinal sclerosis, and the man improved after taking Dr Williams Pink Pills for Pale People. He regained strength and mobility, with the claimant attributing the turn to the pills and urging others to use them.
The Monitor repeats a tale of permanent recovery for Mr. Reben Petch of Griersville Ontario after paralysis, citing Dr Williams Pink Pills and a $1,650 disability payout from Canadian Mutual Life Association. The article confirms final testimony and includes a facsimile of the check.
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