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Newspaper
Silver Lake Record
Location
Silver Lake, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 07, 1900
Page
8
In a Penny Pictorial Magazine tale, Tom Morton dies after his wife tests a Mongolian superstition involving cursed coins. Twenty seven coins appear as the group counts twenty six guests, exposing the fatal reach of the Llama's curse across a German coin bearing William II.
The pianist Paderewski explains his pre performance hand routine. His valet rubs and twists each finger in the palm, then hard palm rubs, followed by an immersion of hands in very hot water, about 80 degrees, before he goes on stage.
A witty exchange from Frank R. Stockton recalls a tea time remark by a young lady about sugar and lemon in tea. Stockton replies that society benefits from both women and men in its mix.
A thoughtful man contemplates how a shattered mirror at birth might have shaped his life choices and self view. The reflection implies how early images influence identity and fate, prompting deeper questions about fate and self perception.
In a local church gathering, several women report feeling relegated to mere talk about church activities, prompting concern over how women’s contributions are perceived and discussed within the group.
The Ninth Chamber of the Civil Court of the Seine fined Abbe Breton 2001 francs plus costs for betraying confidences given in confession. The court rejected defense arguing the confessor acted as a friend, stating priestly secrecy exceeds personal bounds and is protected by ecclesiastical and civil law.
A poem recounts Maude Muller raking hay on a sunny day while family members attend political events elsewhere. Maude toils alone, enduring heat and effort as others depart for delegates and caucus, lamenting that “they've gone again” to manage others' affairs.
A historical note suggests Russia may adopt a calendar with 13 months of twenty eight days each. The piece emphasizes apparent stability as a key feature, likening it to Hostetter’s Stomach Bitters as a remedy for indigestion constipation nervousness or insomnia, urging purchase of the genuine product.
A new reporter defends using stretched to describe a wedding floral display in a Baltimore American quote. The city editor suggests livelier wording like nodded or twined but the writer insists the six rubber plants had to stretch to go the distance.
The population of Palestine rises rapidly with Jaffa census showing 15,000 residents a decade ago and about 50,000 now. The surge reflects urban expansion and migration trends affecting local demographics and services.
A brief item notes Mrs. Austin’s new dress is fine as silk and adds a household tip about salt on a coal fire to prevent blazing from dripping fat during broiling steak.
A Pittsburgh Dispatch tale recalls a prominent Alleghany official who, seeing a thief with clothes, asks him to clean a suit. The thief, thinking the official the wagon driver, swipes the suit and escapes before the real driver returns, revealing the ruse.
Promote Cascarbets Cascarets as a universal cure for ailments from headaches to cancer by improving bowel movements. Claims easy natural relief with no gripe, priced at 10 cents to start. Warns of imitations and notes metal box packaging with C. C. C. stamp.
The article explains mirrors glare when hit by strong light and recommends positioning them so light comes from the side. It notes silvering mirrors is a difficult process and cautions against attempting home silvering.
Grain-O offers a grain based drink that substitutes for coffee. Marketed as safe for children and adults with rich mocha like color and easy on the stomach. Priced 15 and 25 cents per package and sold by grocers.
Thirty five years after his Jamaica suppression of a revolt and public ferment in the sixties, Governor Eyre, now aged 85, lives quietly in a Devonshire retreat. He has drawn a pension for twenty six years as a retired colonial governor.
Medical ad promises rapid cold cure with Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets and a money back guarantee. E. W. Grove endorses each box noted with a 25 cent price.
Sir Evelyn Wood narrowly escaped being shot by a soldier during the Zulu war at Buffalo Heights. He failed to hear a challenge and did not reply, prompting a near miss at very close range.
Monroe Drug Co of Unionville Missouri offers a 10 cent refund for every package of Putnam Faceless Dye that fails to satisfy. Sold by druggists.
Naturalists declare the kestrel possesses powers of sight beyond human perception. It can spot a mouse from great heights when the bird itself is invisible to the naked eye.
A 516 B C varnish coating protected sculpted rocks from weathering while the stone beneath shows honeycombing. The claim is joined by a testimonial from Mrs. Thos Robbins of Maple Street Norwich New York dated February 17 1900 crediting Piso's Cure for Consumption with saving her life three years prior.
A witty remark from Chicago Record jokes about an intellectual woman who can bid farewell without lingering at the door.
Jell-O offers four flavors Lemon Raspberry Strawberry and range at grocers. Priced at 10 cents each, the dessert aims to please every family member.
Among various mistakes by farmers, the worst is the practice of cutting and slashing fruit trees, a habit highlighted as damaging to orchards and future yields.
An advertisement touts Carter's Ink as scientifically compounded from the best materials and offers to supply the product to any denier who cannot keep it in stock.
Oil engines replace water wheels as the primary source for pumping groundwater to irrigate orange gardens in Palestine. The shift improves reliability and efficiency for farmers, enabling steadier irrigation and increased yields.
Britain imported 16 000 000 hundreds of eggs in 1899 totaling 1 920 000 000 eggs. Trade data show eggs moving into British markets from overseas suppliers, reflecting large poultry and food import activity at the century's end.
Letters from Miss Frederick of Troy Ohio dated August 6 1899 and Miss Epna Frederick dated September 10 1899 praise Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound for curing long standing kidney and bladder ailments and systemic weakness after physician treatment failed. Mary Barschinger of Windsor Pennsylvania also reports relief.
The railroads spend over 100 million dollars more than the federal government in a year, not counting 250 million in interest on bonds or guaranteed stock and 80 to 100 million in dividends. Railroads are the country’s main disbursing agencies, moving at least a billion dollars annually and largely operating on cash.
In Luxor Egypt archaeologists uncover a papyrus hidden for 1800 years containing twenty Bacchylides poems. The Greek poet's work had long been considered lost and now resumes after its rediscovery.
Try Jell-O a delicious healthful dessert prepared in two minutes no boiling no baking simply add hot water and set to cool Flavors Lemon Orange Raspberry and Strawberry at your grocers 10 cts.
An article notes Korean paper surpasses both Chinese and Japanese rivals in demand. It is sought after for umbrella covers roofing and as a substitute for window glass in various applications.
Reports describe moves to modify the British army system to help less affluent men earn a decent living in military service. Officials study pay, allowances, and promotion paths to widen access and improve conditions for poorer recruits.
Nickel Plate Road will sell excursion tickets to Fort Wayne Indiana from September 9 to 12 at one fare for round trip. Tickets good for return until September 18 on any Peerless Trip of Daily Express Trains scheduled to stop. Contact nearest agent or C A Asterlin Fort Wayne Indiana by wire phone or in person.
Ad copy notices a fort Wayne Ind address for orders and a teething syrup claim marketed to mothers. It promotes Mrs Winslow s Syrup for Children claiming gum softening reduced inflammation and pain and winds colic.
A short promotional note urging parents to give Grain-O to children instead of tea or coffee. Describes Grain-O as made from pure grains that tastes like coffee but costs about a third as much, with price listings of 10c and 25c and availability from grocers.
A Detroit Journal snippet notes neighbors have not visited to view a recently bought hatrack, with the owner joking about its cost and lack of interest from others.
An old style advertisement touts Lane's Family Medicine claiming daily bowel movement is necessary for health, with mild effects on liver and kidneys and claims to cure sick headaches. It lists prices 25 and 50e and uses dramatic imagery about eyes and light to grab attention. It also promotes Eagle Linen for letter heads and envelopes.
An old newspaper ad insert header urges readers to mention they saw the advertisement in this paper. It references FOW New York and notes commercial contact lines remain for advertisers. The snippet preserves a period image style and publication cue.
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