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Newspaper
Steele City Standard
Location
Steele City, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Dec 01, 1899
Page
4
A garbled 18th to 19th century collage references medical claims, coins, copper, presses, and a teething remedy. It mentions Sullivan, dates like 1788 and 1880, the first horse railroad at Nor, and a riding habit design with a split skirt for riding, plus various anachronistic snippets.
A warehouse mouse problem in Jane Street exposes unusual effects of cold. Cats guard perishables but cold storage drives mice to nibble fruit. A cat exposed to cold becomes mother to six kittens then returns to the cold with coarse fur and a limp tail.
The fragment mentions a cure for a cold and a medicine box label from Wests and Grove's, with packing tips for skirts fold right side out to avoid creasing. It ends with a stray phrase Wounded is unclear.
A garbled OCR passage echoes early 20th century patent medicine hype. It mentions X rays and a boastful line about penetrating a man's head, then a quip about a daughter’s singing, followed by ad-like claims for Hale’s Honey of Horehound and Tar and Pike's Toothache Drops said to cure quickly.
A U shaped box attaches to rope ends with a pivoting clamping lever to bind the rope when looped around a post. The passage also notes long standing medical claims and unrelated details about horse flesh commerce and licensed butchers.
An advertisement urges readers to take Hood's Sarsaparilla faithfully for blood issues catarrh and rheumatism claiming the medicine has cured thousands and will do the same for you if persisted with.
An Austrian electrician in Freiburg devises a method to print with electricity using no ink. In London, seven barber shops are operated by women barbers who rarely converse with customers during shaves.
An advertisement for Hall's Catarrh Cure offers a reward for an uncured case of catarrh. It includes endorsements from J. J. Cummuer & Co and several pharmacists, asserting the firm and F. J. Cheney are trustworthy and able to meet obligations. The cure is described as an internal remedy acting on the blood.
A Missouri couple wed at the bride's parents home and plan to stay there until the groom secures employment. The simple, candid note reflects practical hopes and family support behind the ceremony.
A prison visitor quotes the idea that stone walls may not be perfect, while a convict quips that they still make it very difficult to escape. The exchange highlights attitudes toward confinement and the stubbornness of detention.
A garbled note mentions selling the SOC by size with a price of 10 cents a unit. The writer urges testing the items and promises ongoing use if successful.
Nov 25 Belmont reports a great battle as British forces under Methuen push through boer entrenchments on three ridges. Boers estimated around 2000 with five guns. British likely numerically superior. Casualties high for both sides, with officers and men lost during the ridge assault. Little news from Mafeking and Kimberley, while Arundel reinforcements reportedly destroyed the railway and an ambulance train was sent out from Nanavpoort.
Admiral Watson reports on November 18 Zamboanga surrender to General Very, with all guns to be delivered and local chiefs pledging loyalty. The event is hailed as a likely end of the island revolt, while Manila notes a Filipino council of war admits futility and orders troops to scatter and employ guerrilla tactics.
Bau tista, president of the Filipino congress, meets General MacArthur at Tarac and renounces further link to the insurgent movement. He notes the congress and cabinet are scattered and some members have returned home while others flee. He rejects a supreme court judgeship offer and hints soldiers may lay down arms once the truth is learned.
Washington observers note that London cables consider a nonformal agreement among major powers over China's future. Secretary Hay urged the continuation of U S treaty rights in Chinese territory and negotiations aim for informal understanding rather than a formal treaty.
General Forestier-Walker reports Lord Methuen’s force attacked Gras Pan, ten miles north of Belmont. About 2 500 Boers with six guns and two machine guns opposed the 3:30 a.m. advance. The heights were carried by 10 a.m. and the Boer retreat began. Naval brigade praised for gallantry. 31 killed and 48 wounded among Boers. 50+ horses found dead. one battery fired 600 rounds.
Li Hung Chang’s appointment as minister of commerce is seen as likely to greatly improve foreign trade with China. French minister M Pichon demands the execution of the official responsible for the Montao murders and a small indemnity.
The War Department confirms the transport McPherson departed Santiago yesterday carrying General Wood. Officials will not comment on his Washington visit but it is believed the president plans to consult with him on Cuban policy before Congress.
William Anthony known as Brave Bill Anthony died at Presbyterian Hospital. He ingested a quantity of cocaine at Central Station yesterday, dying half an hour later. He was a noted figure in New York circles and his death follows a publicized incident.
In Tautzquan on Friday and Saturday the Cherokee council passed a bill extending the period for ratification by Congress and asking for changes in the treaty. It goes to the Senate where it previously failed. Chief Boffington threatens to veto any changes.
An ad depicts a device using an electric band to stimulate the brain and claims Hoe tetter's Stomach Hitters have for fifty years cured dyspepsia and all stomach troubles while strengthening the system without artificial methods.
In a terse dialogue a man dismissively tells an older counterpart to forget a past love while another line notes that paying mounting bills will extend beyond a year. The terse exchanges hint at strained relations and looming financial obligations.
The article discusses optimizing travel times to St. Joseph or Kansas City by using St. Joseph and Grand Island night trains. It notes reclining chair cars and Pullman sleepers, plus a new finger exercise device with a bar held by fingers and tensioned by rubber cords to strengthen grip.
A brief notice advertises Mrs Pinkham as a health advisor. It invites readers to write for guidance at no cost and provides her address in Lann Massachusetts. The appeal emphasizes accessible medical advice for those in need.
Mrs Punkhorn vents about a city fire department chief saying people burn less if they stay cool. She questions how anyone can keep cool when a hot fire is nearby.
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