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Newspaper
Steele City Press
Location
Steele City, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Mar 31, 1916
Page
3
An old advice column extols drinking hot water with limestone phosphate each morning to cleanse internal organs and improve complexion. It claims external cleansing mirrors internal sanitation, highlighting reduced toxins for women with skin tones, headaches, and digestion issues.
A short note describes a cosmetic treatment promising to remove freckles overnight. It claims dramatic lightening of freckled areas and a guarantee of coppery skin tone change, suggesting near-magical results and high confidence in the method.
Fragmentary text notes an ideal location for explorations and festivities with unclear phrasing and incomplete sentences. No identifiable people, organizations, or clear events are readable.
A historical notice notes a signature by Wee regarding over Yan children crying for Fletcher's Castoria. The brief record lists the party involved and the remedy sought, reflecting common patent medicine references of the period.
A quirky exchange reads like a cryptic dialogue on optimism. The fragment hints at dialogue about a improving world with a caveat on recovery or convalescence.
A cryptic exchange questions Tom about his extreme smallness toward an elderly man and references a wealthy “Jack-Shah” as a prospective father in law. The dialogue hints at family intrigue and social standing through pointed remarks.
Health warning promoting Jad Salts to cleanse kidneys when backache or kidney pain appears. Instructions say four ounces in water before breakfast for several days, claiming it flushes clogged kidneys, neutralizes urine acids, and keeps kidneys active. A local druggist is cited as selling Jad Salts widely for kidney trouble.
A witty remark contrasts a woman’s rapid speech with her swift movements, likening her tongue to an express train and noting she is always on the move along the rails.
A reflective line notes there is little self devotion in the man who loves the enemy as himself, suggesting a contrast between personal sacrifice and broad compassion.
Washington reporters note the failure of Senate Republicans to act at a Monday conference on Mexico policy. The article asserts Republicans have nothing to offer beyond supporting the administration's plan at this time.
Nebraska farmers may furnish 2000 heifers 400 mares and bulls and stallions for the Rosebud agency to meet a US government request for breeding stock. Charles L. Davis, fieldman, traveling home after a trip to Washington, says most cattle will be bought in Nebraska for Indian wards.
The American Federation of Labor proposes a labor world peace congress to meet with peace delegates of warring nations. The assembly would include workers to ensure workers are counseled before any terms affecting their lives are decided. Officials expect the gathering to influence delegates' spirit and resolve.
Washington reports Vice President Marshall will not run against Governor Morehead for Nebraska’s primary vice presidential nomination. He told Senator Hitchcock he would accept a nomination from a Democratic convention but does not wish to contest any state. Marshall seeks renomination but won’t challenge any favorite son in his home state.
Embassy reports indicate two to three Americans injured on the Sussex but none killed. Delays in gathering details due to Boulogne's wartime status and lost telegraphic links. A young French naval officer praised for urging passengers to stay aboard to avoid panic and jump.
Cable advisories from Shanghai relay Chinese revolutionary readers urging Yuan Shi Kai to resign. The message, received by afforals of the Chinese Republic sanociation in San Francisco, reports the Republican army demanding his departure.
Berlin reports no Soviet gains despite a large offensive on the eastern front. The official German statement notes the Russian offensive failed to advance and claims stalemate persists on the front.
Mexican residents provide information on Villa's flight toward the foothills as army reports describe his rapid movements to trap the bandit. Local residents warn of Vikistas raids while aiding American military authorities with details on flight, supplies, and strength.
A scrambled list shows candidates filed for nomination to various federal and state offices, to be voted on at the April primary. Names cover many cities and offices, including party labels and multiple counties, with indications of Democratic, Republican, Independent, and Alliance affiliations.
A list from the Auditor W H Smith shows counts of employees by department including Secretary Auditor Public Accountant Attorney General State Inspector Public Printer Lands and other offices. A letter to Commissioner Harman from United States Senator Hitchcock discusses placing an embargo on gasoline shipments to warring European countries and notes Congress may have authority, but prospects are unlikely.
Prof P M Back announces all active university fraternities voted not to pledge or initiate high school fraternity members after September 1919. Date set three years ahead to prevent prep school members from being barred from university societies. Food Commissioner Harman submits $14 772 in oil inspection fees for February. At the state historical society quarterly meeting George R Fox elected curator succeeding M R Gilmore with other staff reappointed and secretary title changed to superintendent.
A compiled schedule lists upcoming events in Nebraska including conventions in Fremont Alliance Omaha and North Platte, state tournaments in Lincoln and Omaha, Pure Food Week and Clean-up Week in April, a primary election in late April, G A R encampment in May, and the Spanish War Veterans convention in June. Several dates span multiple days and cover civic, educational, and veterans activities.
In a county seat removal contest Norfolk won 3 875 votes to Madison's 2 564 out of 7 459 total 53 percent. Law required a higher percentage to effect the change. Madison had the largest vote to date but the result stalls the move.
Mrs N M Pint reports backache and kidney control issues improved by Am urie, a new remedy attributed to Dr. Pierce of Buffalo NY. The note claims Am urie cures backache headache rheumatic pains and dissolves uric acid, being 37 times more potent than lithia.
The piece cites caps on bribes in major conflicts from the 19th and 20th centuries. It mentions Turkey receiving 10 million in cash with territorial promises for alignment, and alleged bribery in the Port Arthur surrender during the Russo Japanese War. It recalls Bazaine in 1870 71 and a 210 000 pay official, plus Scio in 1822 with a bribe of 176 000 pounds.
Swiggs remarks on the death of Jagsby calling it a spirited departure. Briggs attributes the end to drink, noting the odd timing and mood around the event.
A brief dialogue fragment features a character named Al seeking two desires. He answers that he wants advice and water, highlighting themes of guidance and basic sustenance as essential needs. The exchange hints at deeper yearnings beyond material wealth.
A fragmentary prompt appears to mix old words and names with unclear meaning. It mentions Matty and references brain and nerve without clear events, dates, or organizations.
In a town a tramp is arrested after seeking shelter at dine o Glocke. He pleads with the judge, insisting he did nothing but ask for a nickel. The magistrate condemns his lack of visible means and orders punishment to be charged to taxpayers, while the man begs for mercy.
A policeman shouts that the automobile involved in a recent crash is No 41144 and seeks warrant or extradition papers. The text includes the name Frank A Vanderlip, described as a machinist by trade and president of National City Bank, amid hurried dialogue.
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