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Newspaper
Springfield Sun
Location
Springfield, Kentucky, United States of America
Date
Nov 17, 1909
Page
3
A collage of quotes and verses from Kentucky newspapers and poets, recalling editorials, wry bon mots, and region pride. It notes state nicknames for every state, humorous lines about editors, editors’ loves for pumpkin pie, and a nod to Mayfield Mirror promoting Kentucky Star Floor.
An advertisement from The Leo Haydon Drug Co promotes Mi-o-na as a stomach remedy curing long term indigestion. It features a testimonial from F. M. Bryant of Newman, Georgia, dated June 5, claiming complete relief after a 50 cent box. The copy asserts Mi-o-na as a physician prescribed treatment and guarantees money back.
A humorous verse about a father who fixes household items himself. He claims he can repair clocks locks and pipes though his attempts cause more damage. The narrator recalls door lock trouble, a mistaken plumbing plan, a broken window pane, and a failed carpet repair, ending with the mother’s warning to children.
Yesterday morning a sale was consummated with the Cumberland Grocery Co. as new owners. Mr C W Hagen and most employees transfer to the new firm, except B J Lancaster and J L Powell who stay several weeks. Powell joins Powell and Hays retail store later. Lancaster will manage farms. The new owners plan better quarters in Lebanon in spring and a larger stock. Cumberland Grocery is mainly owned by the Davidson Brothers of Glasgow, Ky, with other wholesale interests and a Springfield Mass produce house. W J Davidson and Norman Taylor of Burnside completed the deal.
A charming tale cites William Parr England as the oldest man who married thrice and lived well past 150 while working the land into his 130s. James Wright of Spurlock Kentucky touts Electric Bitters as a life extender, saying after six bottles he feels like a 16 year old. The ad urges weak or old readers to try the medicine, priced 50 cents at Haydon and Robertson's.
A terse conversation questions which woman is present with phrases like fair friend, bare acquaintance, and opera cloak. The exchange hinges on identity and recognition, implying ambiguity and social cues in a crowded setting.
Advice on handling burns and scalds at home. The remedy Chamberlain's Salve, applied with a soft cloth, relieves pain almost instantly and promotes healing without a scar in minor injuries. Sold by The Leo Haydon Drug Co.
A terse notice urges readers to place orders at the office for stationery printing. The message emphasizes prompt service and pride in fulfilling ad requests, urging businesses to send their orders directly to the office.
An advertisement claims sickness stems from a weak nervous system and promotes Dr Miles Nervine as a cure. It asserts the nervous system powers body organs and offers a first bottle with a money back guarantee if no benefit is seen, from Elchar t Indiana.
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