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Newspaper
Silver Lake Record
Location
Silver Lake, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 24, 1904
Page
2
An analysis disputes heroic, mythic depictions of Tsar Nicholas II. It argues journalistic myths abroad in German sources distort his character, portraying him as a peaceful, saintly reformer far from the typical ruler. The piece contrasts public legends with perceived realities of power and virtue.
An old health note urges readers to heed Mother Nature’s warnings about alcohol caffeine and other stimulants. It argues that quit efforts follow a pattern of first stimulation then decline and suggests Postum as a replacement. The piece ends by recommending readers seek wellness in writing and look for The Road to Wellville.
A magazine column argues people save too little and warns against excessive spending while a Pittsburg Press note criticizes lavish living as folly. It contrasts frugality with opportunity and cites wartime devastation as a broader warning about waste and misplaced priorities.
The piece reflects on the Manchurian war’s vast casualties and heroism, noting both the gallant combatants and the suffering civilians left in the path of armies. It laments the broader toll on people over which battles unfold and the harsh costs of national expansion.
The article warns that paying large dividends from stockholder money misleads investors and is a misdemeanor for corporate directors. It cites Whitaker Wright and a New York case to illustrate penalties and argues that forgiving crimes by well connected individuals harms public welfare.
The Kansas Independent notes college yells decline as a sports feature in America citing Harvard Princeton reviews and British crowds. It contrasts quiet British arenas with American enthusiasm and recalls Tommy Ryan’s tale of a monocled London crowd at the National Sporting Club.
The article lists cat-tail down, milkweed silk, hops, and rose or poppy leaves as natural pillow fillings. It notes gathering in autumn, drying, and sanitary reasons for choosing down over live geese feathers. It also mentions insomnia benefits from hops and swan-like pillows, with a humorous aside about meals and a groom.
An army captain recalls a recruit who climbs a flagstaff with lineman's climbers and watches for Indians. The man believes the Modocs will attack the post, remains atop the staff for hours, and is discharged for unfitness after the episode. He later quips that Indians are not coming.
A prominent woman laments modern social behavior and hair grooming in public. She recalls past decorum and objects to public toilet adjustments and elbow on the table norms, noting a overzealous adoption of new manners while urging tactful restraint.
J. Van den Spuy of Cape Colony laments South Africa’s harsh conditions. Drought and Boer War fallout ruined crops and mining profits. He notes low wages for Kaffirs, brutal discipline, and English mismanagement in Transvaal. He contrasts Boer and British regimes, accusing the latter of waste and failure.
The woodchuck stores food in his body by eating through spring summer and autumn. He becomes fat by fall and digs a long burrow with a leaf and grass nest. He blocks the entrance and sleeps until spring, emerging as a bag of bones.
Miss Winnifred Ray of Wichita Kansas shares how Dr Williams Pink Pills for Pale People restored her health after a year of stomach and nervous distress. She reports improved appetite digestion heart symptoms and energy enabling her to work again and support herself. Pills available from druggists or Dr Williams Medicine Company New York and Schenectady at 50 cents a box or two boxes for 2.50 postpaid.
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