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Newspaper
The Diller Record
Location
Diller, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jan 21, 1916
Page
3
A vintage ad praises California Syrup of Figs as a harmless fruit laxative that safely cleanses the stomach liver and bowels in hours. It promises quick relief for constipated children and adults with full bottle directions and a 10 cent price.
Western Newspaper Union reports from El Paso that U S soldiers of the 13th Cavalry aided Carranza forces in capturing Villa bandit leaders Baca Valles and Lieutenant Enrique Cisneros near Columbus New Mexico. The captured men were executed the day after their seizure. The report notes the border crossing incidents and American limitations at enforcing the border.
A lull in the European war frees war correspondents to focus on somber coverage of ruined cathedrals. Guests around the table discuss wealth in the war effort, praising the head waiter for his condescending poise and control of banquet details.
A New York Supreme Court ruling involved a wife suing for separation on desertion grounds and seeking alimony. The husband objected to alimony, citing a purchased talking machine he struggled to pay for. The justice ruled that a wife comes first and ordered him to dispose of the machine or pay alimony as required.
Testimony claims Postum improved a mother's heart health and digestion after long coffee use. A customer describes switching from coffee to Postum after a merchant introduced the product. The letter notes family benefits, product forms, pricing, and a slogan “There’s a Reason” with Battle Creek origin.
Washington reports the national civic federation begins its session with appeals for an adequate national preparedness policy. President Seth Low leads with a call to prevent European antagonisms from influencing America after the war, stressing reliance on our strength and willingness to sacrifice for what is precious to our nation and humanity.
The administration conservation bill allowing over 700 million acres of public lands to be leased to private interests passed the House without roll call. A 640 acre homestead bill followed, with a likely vote this week. Opposition centered on far western reps led by Mondell over oil resource development under federal leases.
Edith and Bell Foreman sisters and Alma Godby University Place students were killed when a Rock Island passenger train collided with their auto that had stalled at a crossing near Alvo Sunday afternoon. J H Foreman of Alvo father of the Foreman sisters was seriously injured. Godby died en route to a hospital in Lincoln.
The Telegraaf reports a dike burst at Katwoude threatening Zuid Polner which is flooded forcing residents to flee to Edam. Edam reports partial flooding and warns Poderezeevang dike is in danger risking widespread flooding across north Holland.
A massive Bergen fire destroyed about 400 buildings in Norway with damage pegged at 20 million dollars. Only one person died and a few were injured as emergency crews battled the blaze overnight.
Mrs W M May, seriously injured after an alleged assault, died Friday afternoon in a Lincoln hospital. Her sister and father were present at her bedside. she had sought to see her husband, who was allowed to visit Thursday night. May collapsed in his city jail cell upon learning of the death.
Rev W H Warner of Frederick asserts kidney pills saved his life after sciatica back lumbago neuraglia and headaches He praises Dodd's Kidney Pills as life saving at 0c a box and advertises Dodd's Dyspepsia Tablets and free Household Hints music and recipes from Dodd's Medicine Co Buffalo NY An ad release.
A quoted traveler critiques a resort brochure for overemphasizing sunsets rainbows and clouds while omitting concrete specs on beds baths and fodder. The excerpt highlights vague marketing versus lacking practical details.
A home remedy suggests mixing Bay Rum Barbo Compound and glycerine with water to darken gray hair. Apply twice weekly to reduce grayness and dandruff, improve hair texture, and avoid stickiness or rubbing off.
Susan, the servant, tells the matron there is one strawberry short, causing a light domestic moment about berries and planning a serving. The exchange captures a slice of household life with humor and everyday concern for hospitality.
An advertisement touts Pape's Diapepsin as a harmless, quick cure for indigestion, heartburn, gas, and related stomach distress. It claims dramatic relief within minutes and urges households to keep a fifty cent case on hand for daytime or nighttime episodes.
A conversation overheard about using a sponge to retrieve ice left on the step by the iceman this morning, hinting at a small domestic moment amid daily chores.
A succinct report notes a worm transforming into a butterfly, highlighting a dramatic life-cycle shift observed in the garden. The event emphasizes natural change and scientific curiosity for readers.
Urges urine tests for life insurance risk and promotes Dr. Pierce's Anuric as a dissolver of uric acid. Claims it preserves kidneys, regulates blood pressure, and prevents vessel degeneration. Advises consulting Dr. Pierce and buying 60 cent packages. touts Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription for weak women.
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