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Newspaper
The Citizen Republican
Location
Scotland, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Sep 30, 1920
Page
7
Bayonne New Jersey resident Mrs Susie Sacatansky reports six months of back and leg pain, fatigue, and headaches preventing work. After treatment she regained strength and urges friends to try the medicine, a promoted Lydia orange vegetable product, amid boastful claims of widespread success.
An old, misquoted ad urges mothers to look for the California on syrup of figs packaging as proof of a safe child laxative. It touts fruity taste and fall directions, claiming potent action in an ounce, with a rural-tinged line about a man with a horse knowing when to say nay.
A description of the grain commission man inspecting samples from trucks for moisture dirt weed infestation and mold, using smell and judgment to determine grade and weight per bushel. He may order resampling to maximize price, protecting country customers and aiming for top market value for farmers.
The piece urges choosing the League over no league to avert future wars. It argues neutrality fails, cites past and ongoing conflicts, and warns against modifying Versailles to empower Germany. It asserts a hemispheric alliance can prevent war, framing the issue as moral and religious, not merely political.
A scanned fragment discusses Osa Williams of Gillespie Macoupin county and a satire on feminism’s rise, praising a male baking role, with references to local associations, agricultural notes, and pro war and temperance sentiments. It blends politics, gender roles, and regional press voices of the era.
Michigan potato growers formed the Michigan Potato Exchange to pool and market crops through local associations. The system collects and ships potatoes uniformly, paying farmers by market changes while avoiding market manipulation.
A Detroit man, Michael Fake of East Palmer Avenue, writes that after about one year using Pe-ru-Na he finds it a very good medicine for catarrh. He reports weight gain, better appetite, regular bowels, and improved complexion and says he will continue to use Pe-ru-Na and recommend it to others with catarrh. The letter reflects widespread use of the remedy as a standby for coughs, stomach ills, and bowel disorders in tablet and liquid forms.
A humorous exchange quotes Mr Gripping who says he "cured" his wife’s phone habit during office hours by hiring an office girl with a dove like voice to answer the telephone. The remark implies a clever domestic ploy to curb calls.
An ad claims Freezone quickly relieves hard and soft corns without irritation Then the corn supposedly loosens and lifts away with fingers A druggist bottle costs a few cents and covers all corn types and calluses Also mentions China planning to use airplanes to locate bandits and smugglers and transport metals for routes exploration
An advertisement touts Danderine as stopping hair loss and improving beauty for a few cents. It asserts no fallen hairs or dandruff after use, with hair appearing more lively, bright, thicker, and stronger. A domestic repartee remark features a woman stating her face is her fortune and a man noting money talks.
A man shows notable courtesy by relinquishing his seat to a woman on an elevated train, illustrating courteous behavior beyond mere surface politeness.
A quip notes that a wise man never boasts of wisdom and leaves such claims to his press agent. The line suggests the media adviser handles public image while wisdom remains understated. No specific people or places are named.
An ad style excerpt touts Eatonic relief for sour stomach indigestion heartburn and gas. It mentions Mrs John and quick soothing effect with a guarantee though product costs are framed as high yet worthwhile. Also included are stray lines about a mystery owl a political remark and a joke exchange.
An advertisement touts Diamond Dyes for simple at home color jobs on wool, silk, linen, cotton or blends. It claims all garments including wearables and draperies can be dyed to rich, fadeless colors with directions on the package and a color card shown by the druggist.
In a city police court a motorist faced scrutiny after an officer cited a remark about the car's speed. A bystander's quip about a prize fight and the vehicle's reluctance to move drew attention during the proceedings, with reporters noting the interchange and the discussion of the incident.
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