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Newspaper
The Beaver Herald
Location
Beaver, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Mar 01, 1917
Page
5
An old advertisement extols California Syrup of Figs as a safe remedy for infant constipation. It urges mothers to check for counterfeits and promises quick relief through an inside cleansing. The copy blends health claims with marketing about a 0-cent bottle and easy obligations.
Kerrville Texas reader claims kidney and rheumatic troubles improved after using Dodds Kidney and says he is 64 years young and feels straight and fine. He urges others to obtain a free trial box by mailing the coupon.
An old newspaper ad touts Cuticura Soap and Cure Curement for eczema and scalp trouble with a free sample by mail. It also pitches La Tresse hair dye and tonics, plus a malaria fighting tonic and a quip about truth in relationships.
Thomas W. Lawson of Boston rose again in controversy over leaks from Washington to Wall Street. Once a famed promoter with Addicks of Bay State Gas of Delaware, he attracted investors with daring schemes and dramatic market moves. Lawson began as a Providence clerk and built a vast following through bold, publicized trades.
The article highlights profitable farming in Western Canada with stories from Mr Lacy of Wisconsin and Alberta, noting cash profits of 6000 from crop and stock, and strong yields of wheat and oats. It also covers farmer Alex Wattie’s claims of sustained profitability and high yields from 1914 to 1916.
Prince D. B. Giolilaine named Russian premier marking a victory for reactionaries. He leads an extreme conservative faction backing the czar and military authority, while distrusting parliamentary government and praising autocratic control. Born 1860, he hails from a renowned noble family with a legacy in arms and letters.
The recent selection of Dr William Comfort a Cornell romance languages professor to be president of Haverford College reflects the trend of bringing younger leaders into college management. Born May 27 1874 in Germantown he is 42 and has deep ties to Haverford as an alumnus and former student leader.
William Phillips rises quickly in the diplomatic service to become assistant secretary of state, following a career from private secretary in London to high-level posts. A Harvard graduate, he was appointed March 13, 1914, with a salary increase on moving to the new role.
The article advises medium sized market fowl with short broad bodies and yellow skin. It favors Rhode Island Reds, Wyandottes, Plymouth Rocks for balance of egg output and market appeal, while warning Leghorns may fetch lower prices despite high egg yield. Larger breeds like Langshans and Cochins are poor layers and not widely raised.
M C Kilpatrick of the Ohio College of Agriculture says eggs are the top income source for farm flocks due to rising demand and profitable prices. Eggs require less labor and are easier to market, with poultry meat mainly a by product. He advises planning to also profit from broiler sales in early spring.
An advertisement touts Danderine as a cure for dandruff hair loss and itchy scalp promising immediate shine softness and fullness after use. It urges readers to buy 25 cent bottles from any store and claims quick noticeable improvements in hair health.
The article explains hens reduce egg production in winter due to diminished worm and insect food sources. It notes hens are omnivorous and require a mix of animal and vegetable feed, implying substitution of greens may be used to maintain nutrition.
A practical tip suggests applying a coat of whitewash to the henhouse interior to brighten and improve cleanliness and health for the hens. Before painting, thoroughly scrub and clean the walls to ensure the finish adheres and stays fresh.
The floor should be built at least a foot above the surrounding ground to guard against flooding from thaw. This rule helps keep poultry houses dry and reduces moisture-related problems.
A young man informs his boss that he plans to marry the employer's daughter next week, provoking the boss to roar a challenge and question his own troubles as he considers the fiancé. The scene centers on impending nuptials and workplace tension.
An old advertisement promotes Cascarets as a 10 cent box remedy for liver, stomach, and bowel discomfort. It promises headache, biliousness, and gas relief, claiming a cleanse of internal bile and constipated matter with daily use. The copy targets general misery and even mentions children needing cleansing.
The notice promotes SOAP 18 as strongly alkaline and warns it will burn the scalp with constant use. It recommends shampoo with Ly Creolé Hale Dressing to darken gray hairs at a price of $1.00. The ad closes with a slogan about a wise boy who knows less than his father.
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