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Newspaper
The Beaver Herald
Location
Beaver, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
May 03, 1917
Page
3
A satirical fragment discusses signs of premature aging from uric acid and urges drinking water and taking Anuric before meals to expel uric acid. It shifts to a quirky family scene where characters state their fathers' professions and a joke about debts.
An advertisement touts Pape's Diapepsin as a safe fast fix for indigestion gas and upset stomach. It claims relief in five minutes and asserts the product strengthens digestion enabling appetite for favorite foods. The copy urges purchasing a fifty cent case from any store.
A reader testimonial from David Vile Testifies Anuric Tablets from Dr Marco’s line eased his kidney issues after six packages. The ad promotes Anuric as a proven general tonic similar to Pierce’s Favorite Prescription and Holten Medical Discovery, with pricing and a fashion plug for La Creole Hair Dress.
A child frets that great great grandparents joined the Revolution and war. The mother explains both great great grandparents and fathers were involved, while Freddie doubts their courage and questions their age and loyalty to the cause.
An advertisement claims Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic serves as a general tonic with quinine and iron. It asserts benefits for liver function malaria defense blood enrichment and overall system strength. The text references New York City and lists 86422 manufacturing establishments.
A fragment from a local gender piece notes a woman’s pride in home upkeep and laundry, praising blueing and family routines. It references the Bellefontaine Avenue twins and their father’s burden, with a neighbor commenting on their visit and a line about kindness having more power than dynamite.
A fragment discusses temperance, morality, and health linking alcohol use to longevity. It cites insurance data on 2 million policyholders and claims mortality rises with even light beer or whisky intake, contrasting teetotalers with drinkers and noting varying mortality among different drink levels.
A Konae City Star editorial argues that drunkenness now powers dangerous machinery and vehicles, turning intoxication into a threat to workers and the public. It asserts drunk drivers and operators can cause fatal wreckage, endangering fellow workmen and bystanders.
The year IDG notes a major triumph for prohibition as 52 weeks of state experience show economic, social, and moral benefits. It counters liquor publicity claims that prohibition fails or harms economy, citing the November 7 votes in Oregon, Washington, Colorado, Arizona, and Arkansas supporting new laws amid liquor industry opposition.
The publicity bureau of Kansas interests argues that prohibition states show higher insanity rates than wet states. It cites Kansas 17.2 per 100,000, with New York 142.2, New Jersey 238.1, Pennsylvania 290.1 per 100,000, claiming the claims are misrepresented by Aquarites.
Three Bt. Lewis breweries have closed recently amid prohibition pressures. The Mutant was shut after a referee’s bankruptcy order on November 14, the Excelsior ceased operations January 1, and Forest Park Brewing filed for bankruptcy around the same time.
In a facetious column the author notes average tax rates in dry cities as 6.01 and in wet cities as 54, ridiculing the figures. The piece then pivots to a quip about alcohol stimulating wit, arguing drinking lowers appreciation and sobriety dulls judgment.
A Louisville Courier-Journal note discusses claims that the secret of Greek fire matches components in a medieval manuscript. It cites naphtha pitch sulfur and mentions a siphon and explosive liquid used historically by Byzantines and later powers, noting dangers of ignition and delivery methods.
A concise recount of Texas independence history from Aztec links through Mexican rule to the rise of the Republic in 1836, followed by statehood and Civil War symbolism. It notes early claims by Spain and France, the Texas Revolution, and the later flags.
A philosophical meditation on every being’s role in the universe. It suggests even idle or seemingly fruitless lives contribute to the economy of the world through unseen, silent labor. The text argues purposeful activity shapes nature and society, guiding rivers, forests, and seas toward a broader order in Emersonian terms.
Willie enjoys illustrated history and a friend visits wearing a new hat. He blurts you look just like a witch, flattering the woman but embarrassing his mother who fears he referenced a very ugly Salem witel in the Nook.
In a fragmentary exchange, Mr Plobdub proposes to a man regarding his daughter’s hand. The reply hints at political bargaining as a ballot pledge is offered, signaling a nexus of marriage and voting ties. The dialogue underscores civic corruption themes within a community.
A mother took one of her children to a throat specialist. The medalist questioned the need for removal as the doctor claimed responsibility. The exchange reveals a sharp professional acknowledgement and a quiet resolve in a small town medical moment reported by Toianapelin News.
A garbled 1916 era ad-like snippet mentions La Creole Hair Dressing and pricing near one cent, with confused lines about distinguishing sympathy from curiosity and references to building payments by Taw Antielos and Hon Branesco.
The ad touts Dandeline as a quick remedy for brittle dull hair and scalp neglect. It claims a 25 cent bottle restores life and luster, makes hair wavy and abundant, and promises new hair growth after weeks of use. Also comments on social divisions and a brief, odd aside about a man losing nerve in a dentist chair.
Fragmentary text traces a young Hlithers turning to law and medicine, with cryptic phrases about hospital, a broken rib, tubes, and aviation. The readable segments hint at a later question what he is doing now, but the sense remains unclear and incomplete.
Fragmented OCR reads like a garbled ad or notice about a kidney medicine. It mentions Freund Nlegrg trae and a booklet offer, with stray phrases about current events and excitement. Names, dates, and places are scattered and unclear.
An advertisement touts SOAP 18 STRONGLY ALKALINE for scalp cleansing using La Creole Hale to darken and improve hair appearance. It references aging and obligations, urging memory of a thirty day reckoning and noting price and availability.
Superior Wisconsin expands paved streets to Kalispel Montana corridor extending roughly fifty miles with ongoing road work. The project improves transport links between the two regions and enhances regional commerce.
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