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Newspaper
The Diller Record
Location
Diller, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jul 03, 1903
Page
3
A reminiscence on Doan's Kidney Pills curing back pain swelling limbs and urinary issues. Testimonial claims include relief from frequent urination, dropsy symptoms, and diabetes concerns, with a user noting improvement after trial and two boxes.
A vintage ad promotes Alabastine durable wall coating for churches schools houses and homes. It invites readers to write for full towa or mee suggestions from artists and to buy only in properly labeled packages.
Senators Blackburn and Lindsay of Kentucky travel. Blackburn laments losing the better part of his baggage after an incident in the smoking room. He explains the cork came out, a wry punchline about a damaged trunk and spirits. The tale blends humor with travel mishap in a rustic vignette.
Short notice lists a farm land sale in Mulhall near Sioux City Iowa at four dollars per acre cash with balance due on crop until paid.
The writer argues that talking about anything may be natural while noting limits in polite society. A woman’s remark criticizing a man for admiring her waist is cited, prompting questions about why men should not observe what is deemed proper for women to display.
St Helena island once booming during the South African war now suffers with no market for beef and vegetables. The local paper calls for converting the island into a full penal settlement to salvage the economy and sustain the population.
Dublin Michigan June 29. Mrs. Fred Chalker suffered severe back pains and fatigue for a long period. After trying many remedies she used Dodd's Kidney Pills and, following two boxes, experienced complete relief. She now recommends the pills as a cure for back pain. The piece ends with a proverb about scandal.
The article recalls George Stephenson born June 9 1781 in a red tiled house between Newcastle and Hexham. It notes his first job earning a shilling weekly tending cows and his late reading at age 18. As a boy he modeled clay engines and later led engine improvements. In 1813 he built his first locomotive called a traveling engine and faced early financial doubt from Lord Ravensworth, later proven right as rail traffic grew by 1825.
Mrs Anthony widow of the famed "Brave Bill" Anthony, noted for Habana harbor bravery, has been promoted. She now holds a clerkship in the permanent Census Bureau with a salary of 900 dollars a year.
Mother Gray's Sweet Powders advertised for cure feverishness, bad stomach, teething disorders, and worm destruction. Promoted by Nurse Mother Gray of a New York Children's Home. Sold by druggists for 25 cents with free sample. address A. S. Olmsted LeRoy New York.
The brain of Thomas A Edison continues to astonish patent clerks as the listing shows he will reach 791 patents by month’s end. J B Babson reports Edison’s long record, noting 711 patents before 1895 and yearly gains through 1903 including 16 in 1900 and 23 in 1901.
United States Senator William A. Clark of Montana aims to build the city’s finest house and will not begin at the old Stewart castle site on Dupont Circle until Thomas F. Walsh’s Massachusetts Avenue mansion is finished. If Walsh’s home includes any features Clark wants, he will modify his plans accordingly.
A pithy remark notes that someone who focuses only on personal affairs quickly earns a reputation for eccentricity. The saying underscores social judgment on private conduct and public perception.
A Millville Massachusetts family of seven credits five years on Postum cereal drink with regained health and strength. The mother recalls chronic stomach issues and nervousness relieved after switching from coffee, praising Postum and Grape-Nuts and noting they share it with relatives. The ad mentions Battie Creek Michigan and a $7,500 cooks contest with $7350 money prizes.
Assistant Secretary Armstrong returned from New York and ordered a written report from Samuel W. Thompson Walter R. Elinton and other customs employees. He warned they must resign from the mining company board or be removed if their government roles were misrepresented. Treasury officials oppose employees engaging in concurrent private business and aim to curb such practices.
Reports indicate widespread foot and mouth disease in a South American country raising concern for livestock and trade. Officials note urgency and potential economic impact as authorities monitor the situation.
The treasury Bureau of Statistics reports eleven months ending May show imports of manufacturers materials rising by 66 million dollars from last year and 131 million from 1901. Exports of manufacturers rise, with total imports reaching 451,081,163 for the period, nearly doubling since 1890.
A metal ring hung from a tree at a Woodcliff crossroad near the New Jersey Palisades serves as an old fire alarm. Once notable during the railroad era when the area was forest land, the ring signaled alerts as trains passed by and the community developed from stage to electric communication.
The Department of Agriculture reports breeding bulls shipped from Indiana to Argentina developed foot and mouth disease upon arrival. No cases exist in Indiana or along the transport route to New York. The disease is present in Argentina, likely on the vessel importing wool. The department will study whether to halt wool imports from Argentina and other affected countries. Cardinal Vaughan’s body was moved from Westminster Cathedral to St Joseph’s College for high requiem mass before interment in the presence of many.
The report highlights a surge in pig iron production in the United States from 1900 to 1902, rising from 13,789,242 to 17,821,307 long tons. It notes increased cotton and wool outputs, and imports of raw silk, India rubber, and manila hemp expanding in the ten months compared with the prior year. Fibers and partially manufactured iron also show gains.
An old advertisement extols Defiance Starch as the best and cheapest option, claiming 16 ounces for 10 cents and promising superior quality and quantity. The copy also mentions Mrs Winslow's soothing syrup and a tongue in cheek line about being cautious with promises.
A fragment lists Red Cross Ball Blue 2 oz for five cents and Allen's Foot Base powder for feet with claims of curing swelling and hot sweating feet. It mentions free samples and a LeRoy New York address. The piece ends with a proverb about grumbling people not trying to improve things.
A loaded Northwestern car wreck occurred two miles west of York Nebraska at 5 p m Sunday when a broken flange caused a wreck. Five of six cars piled up and fifteen passengers were in the way car. All escaped with slight bruises except Jesse Moeder of Superior who was unconscious after being thrown against a stove. Dr J B Conaway attended and expects full recovery in a few days.
At a stockholders meeting the Trust Company of the Republic voted to reduce its capital stock from 1,000,000 dollars, signaling a major corporate restructuring and potential reallocation of resources. The vote reflects strategic financial planning by company leadership and board oversight.
In New Orleans Hester reports world visible cotton at 2 295 432 bales versus 2 514 259 last year with 1 191 432 American. In Trenton Grey grants show cause order to appoint receiver for Atlantic Window Glass Co magnolia N J. hearing in Camden July 6 after fire destroyed plant.
A bird's eye view illustration sized 18 by 36 inches will be sent on receipt of 10 cents, silver or stamps. Address George Morton G P A The Katy Box 911 St. Louis Missouri.
A reader from Trinity Springs Ind dated February 15 1900 laments that diary keepers do so to sell them and jokes about Piso’s Cure for Vansum lacking any equal for coughs and colds. He adds a comment on men who rise high in status yet cannot pay ground floor rents.
A string of humor and medicinal patent medicine references appears, touting "Cure 2 Cold in One Day" with Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets, money back promises, and assorted tobacco and product blurbs. The jumbled copy pokes fun at love, locksmiths, defiance starch, and an illogical mint julep closing line.
Prominent claims of Defiance Starch being the best with money back if not satisfied. Ball Blue promises clear white clothes with a 16 ounce or large package offer at 5 cents. Gentle admonitions about prying into affairs and a light quip about a drum not being delusion.
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