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Newspaper
Steele City Press
Location
Steele City, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Oct 24, 1913
Page
4
A notice states payment strictly in advance for a periodical. It notes second class mail matter as of November 26, 1904. Reference to Steele City Nebraska and an Act of Congress dated March is implied.
October 24 1913 Endicott news notes a Patriot Day observance at school last Friday. Mary Steinmetz is new at the post office. Mr Lewis Biggie and family visit Will Rig. Ernest Prowitt of Lincoln guests at Slaughter home. Mrs Bertha Scott and Mrs Louis Barnes visit Broken Bow. Miss Ells Wells and Miss Minnie Jones travel to Broken Bow to register in land drawing and visit Miss Katherine Jones. Mrs Munson of Kansas addresses church on social economic and political affairs. Prof Farrand in Lincoln due to wife illness. Miss Jones to teach in sister Miss Jane Jones place.
Fragmentary passage describes blankets made from tree bark and fibers. It notes the texture of bark, comfort in sleep, and a process of pounding and drying fibers in the sun. The text hints at cost and practicality but is garbled.
Historical note recounts verification of an answer marked O8 and records a visit by an Archbishop to St Louis. It notes the church official’s presence and the surrounding religious or civic implications. The item emphasizes the procedural proof and the ceremonial aspects of the visit.
An elderly man confronts two seven year olds as they pick figs from a tree. One boy admits eating a fig and mimics the act to justify taking the second. The scene unfolds with the gardener’s question and the boy’s clever response.
A historical discourse on private interpretation of scripture contrasts with old clerical authority. It cites a darky preacher and quotes a comic line about milk from a cow. The tale then shifts to a scientific note from Durban about Thalassius Spenceri spiders catching fish and a clergyman observing a specimen.
A writer contrasts New York and London, noting Americans seek rapid action and change, while English professionals stay in unfulfilling fields. He cites New York’s climate that fuels bustle, competition, and constant movement, shaping distinct attitudes toward work and the future.
An advertisement extols Chamberlain's Tablets promising a pleasant purgative effect and improved body and mind, claiming the product makes users feel joyful and healthy. Sold by all dealers.
The discussion notes the lasting impact of era anthems such as The Battle Hymn of the Republic and Dixie, comparing their reach to newer patriotic songs. It recalls schoolyard favorites like My Old Kentucky Home and John Brown's Body while praising The Star Spangled Banner as a standout national piece.
A New Washington Kansas dispatch reports Tom Youngs residence northeast of Washington was struck by lightning during a thunder storm and burned to the ground. The dwelling was nearly new and about a year old. one life was lost and most household goods removed. Insurance details were not learned. Washington Palladium notes a dramatic escape story from Prince Albert Cape of Good Hope and advertises Chamberlains Cough Remedy sold by dealers.
The Bagdad of the Arabian Nights lies in ruins and a small population remains after the old city of two million. A new city slowly forms on the east bank of the Tigris as reconstruction progresses.
A reader testimonial from W. G. Mattixon of Hornelville New York credits Chamberlain's Tablets with significant relief for chronic dyspepsia. The ad promotes the tablets as the best medicine tried and notes availability at all dealers.
An advertisement claims avoid sedatives in cough medicines and promotes Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as a safe cure. It asserts the product cleans out germ breeding grounds and prevents pneumonia when used for colds.
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