Local items note travel, construction and commerce
Geo M Place traveled to Beatrice on No 16 Tuesday. Concrete hotel foundation walls near completion. Clara Steiner was a Burlington passenger for Beatrice Monday. A thoroughbred Poland China male pig is for sale. The Beef trust cited as if processed by a sausage maker. A newborn girl to Mr and Mrs Sam Thompson Tuesday night June 19 1906. Octopi in Oyster Bay urged to leave. Pinsalve praised for healing and antiseptic use sold by Neely's Pharmacy. Poland China boars and sons available for August and September. Penn Railroad clerk who saved 75000 on a 126 salary noted as economical. Elsie Tristman began setting type at Arcoeo office last week. Colman Diller and Sam Hutchinson received brick for new sidewalk on Commercial Street. King's Dyspepsia Tablets advertised by Neely's Pharmacy. Missouri state fair managers plan largest mule exhibition with handsome prizes for two four and six mule teams.
Dr King’s New Life Pills Marketed For Constipation Relief
Advertisement notes frequent bowel neglect leading to chronic constipation and promotes Dr King’s New Life Pills as a gentle regulator, guaranteed by Spear Drug Co, price 25c. Also reports J. T. Henrichs stock shipment to Kansas City with cattle and hogs and plans for Ed to visit Eureka Springs Arkansas after selling.
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Dr. King
Spear Drug Co
George
Ben
Henrichs
Harry Patton
Kansas City
J. T. Henrichs
George - Henrichs
Eureka Springs
Ark
Bucklen Arnica Salve Publicized By Local Merchant
Chan Oslald of Rensadlaérsville, N. Y., writes that Bucklen's Arnica Salve cured a severe neck sore and prevents blood poisoning from injuries. The ad touts its antiseptic healing power and lists cures for cuts wounds burns and sores with a 25 cent price at Spear Drug Co.
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Chan Oslald
Rensadlaérsville
N. Y
Spear Drug Co
Hog shipments and social notes from local farmers
J B Zook sent a car load of hogs to market Wednesday. J C Packer and J E Clark shipped multiple car loads of hogs from Lanham and Diller Tuesday. Vail Lowe of Beatrice visits friend Herbert Beckwith since Saturday.
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J. B. Zook
J. E. Clark
Lanham
Diller
Vail. Lowe
Beatrice
Herbert Beckwith
Hog For Sale And Diverse Local Notices
A mixed clipping notes a Poland China hog for sale and various local notices. It mentions a buyer in Fairbury, editor activity, a Burlington inspection car, vacationing Ray McBride, Rev F G Knauer meeting in Wymore, a Dr Shoop Catarrh Cure advert, and a Chicago sales ad seeking an assistant manager with weekly pay and no investment required.
Reunion Scheduled for G A R and W R C Districts in Wymore
The Southeastern Nebraska G A R and W R C district reunion will be held at Wymore during the last week in August.
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Nebraska
G.A.R
W.R.C
Wymore
Ur Shoop's Restorative advertised for stomach distress
If your stomach is weak or food distresses you use Ur Shoop's Restorative for a month and see the effects. Sold by Spear Drug Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Spear Drug Co
Electric Bitters Cure Chronic Ailments Warned By Serpent Bites
An advertisement extols Electric Bitters as a universal remedy for stomach and liver disorders and other ailments. S. A. Brown of Bennettaville, S C, claims the medicine restored his wife to health after years of dyspepsia and fever. The Spear Drug Co offers it with a 50 cent price and guarantee.
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India
S. A. Brown
Bennettaville
S. C
Spear Drug Co
Print shop ad guidance from Peterson Iowa Patriot
The Peterson (Iowa) Patriot outlines a combative approach for visiting a print shop. It urges a disruptive, rapid inspection of exchanges and copy, pocketing items, adjusting the press, reading the job book, and inserting humorous type quickly before leaving and advising the editor on operations.
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Peterson
Iowa
Patriot
Laxets A Candy Bowel Laxative Advertisement
A vintage advertisement promotes Laxets A candy as a bowel laxative. It lists symptoms like constipation coated tongue dizziness biliousness and sour stomach and notes a price of five cents and that it is sold locally.
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Spear Drug Co
Wolf Bounty Funds Exhausted
Auditor records show wolf bounty claims exceed the $15,000 appropriation by $10,000, totaling $25,000 spent since July 1, 1905 and 20,000 wolves killed in the last eleven months. The excess will be settled by the next legislature.
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Lincoln
Very Best Friend for Bowel Trouble Endorsed by Bluffton Resident
Bluffton Indiana resident M. F. Burroughe endorses Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy as the best for bowel trouble. He has used it in his family for years and keeps it on hand. For sale by Spear Drug Co.
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M. F. Burroughe
Bluffton
Ind
Chamberlain
Spear Drug Co
Don’t Be Afraid to Laugh Learn to Tell a Story
A humorous, practical piece urges readers to laugh, smile, and keep personal woes to themselves. It advises hiding aches behind cheer, meeting friends with good humor, and avoiding constant complaining to avoid becoming a nuisance.
Farmer Wants It All and a Pasture Telephone
A farmer from up the Blue river visits town after rain claiming a want for a direct pasture telephone. He already uses Independent and Bell lines, daily mail delivery, fresh meat or fish, Florida vegetables to Manitoba, cattle transport by special train, and flexible auto access, but seeks remote cow milking calls. The quote reflects rural communication desires in Wy more Arbor State.
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Blue River
Independent
Bell
Florida
Manitoba
Wymore Arbor State
Unknown Friends Endorse Chamberlain’s Remedy
Many users praise Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy though reluctant to give testimonials. The medicine is a household name for cures of diarrhoea bowel troubles and is sold by Spear Drug Co.
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Spear Drug Co
No Fragmented Faction in Our City Says Community Voice
A community message urges unity and progress, praising a harmonious town spirit. It warns against envy jealousy and hatred and calls for neighbors to work together to improve property values and communal well being.
Incoherent Marriage Proposal From Lippincott's Magazine
A man nervously attempts to ask Mr Rocks for his daughter Madge’s hand in marriage. He falters repeatedly, finally declaring his love and seeking consent while admitting poverty and honesty as his strengths. The scene captures humorous miscommunication and earnest intent.
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Papa
Mr. Rocks
Madge
Lippincott’s Magazine
Mortified singer questions voice during music scene
After a performance, a woman laments an uncontrollable vocal break. Friends reassure her that guests likely noticed little as chatter filled the room. The remark captures a moment of social embarrassment in a hospitality setting echoed by quotes from the Chicago Record-Herald.
Miss Verner and Mr Hassel Exchange Batting Wit
Fragment from Philadelphia Press shows Miss Verner noting a planned visit by Mr Sloman and Mr Hassel missing due to the young man being present. The exchange hints at business over personal matters as Verner welcomes an expected caller.
Exchange Over Yacht Mortgage Mirrors Social Rift
In a sharp exchange, Mrs Yacht mocks, then counters that the husband can only hold the mortgage on the rival yacht. The dialogue highlights class tension and the salience of wealth in maritime circles.
A Variable Route
Pete declares a fondness for walking and dislikes uncertain travel while Mike contrasts golf envy in a short Washington Star comic strip line. The dialogue shows Meandering Pete and Plodding Pete weighing direction and purpose in travel.
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Pete
Mike
Washington Star
Incongruous Genius Quips Stir Readers
A witty exchange from the Detroit Free Press contrasts a self-described bore with a celebrated genius. The dialogue highlights the tension between perceived personality and intellectual prowess as readers weigh the idea of genius.
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Detroit
Bress
Diggs Blows Confidence Rise in Detroit Tribune Quote
A terse Detroit Tribune note says Diggs misplaced confidence and trusted himself, labeling the act a failure in judgment and quoting the line Diggs depicted as his own misstep.
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Diggs
Blowitz
Biggs
Detroit Tribune
Appetite Fades After Eating Says Old Sailor
Humorous exchange quoted from Tatler about hunger losing its bite after a meal. A speaker named Willum describes appetite dropping while dining and another named Jarge notes the opposite feeling, both in rustic dialect.
Willie and the jam shelf joke in Cleveland Plain Dealer
A humorous quip from the Cleveland Plain Dealer notes Willie is tall enough to nearly reach the jam on the top pantry shelf. The remark playfully comments on Willie’s growth and height with a lighthearted tone.
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Willie
Cleveland Plain Dealer
Mrs Wise Hopes for Husband’s Fishing Catch
The neighbor asks if the husband is out fishing and Mrs Wise replies he is, hoping for a good haul. She notes he always brings his pocket book along, implying preparedness or a habit when he goes fishing. Washington Star.
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Washington Star
Misjudged Flatterer Heartsdub Dialogue Paradox
A judge recounts a scene where a woman interrupts a lengthy talk by Mr Glibbsum, complimenting his flattery but affirming his sincerity and intent. The exchange centers on mistaken judgments about his character and whether he meant well.
Parental Self Sacrifice
Mrs. Ferguson asks George to nap on the lounge to quiet the fretful baby, noting his snoring has a lullaby effect. The playful exchange appears in the Chicago Tribune.
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George
Mrs. Ferguson
Mr. Ferguson
Chicago Tribune
Farm Life Wit Mirrors Hardship in Detroit Free Press
A reflective exchange mocks carefree rural living, asserting a farmworker’s experience involves grit from stone bruises and prickly heat, challenging the notion of happiness in rustic ease.
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Detroit Free Press
Distressing Fate at Thirteen at Table
A Tatler extract recalls a tense moment about being one of thirteen at table. The line reveals a deeper fear of hunger and scarcity when resources run low.
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Tatler
Chance For Him Gotrox And Miss DeSweet Wedding Rumor
A playful Chicago rumor hints Chance For Him Gotrox and Miss DeSweet may marry if a sudden fortune or inheritance alters plans. The exchange suggests skepticism about the report and a joking reply on the possibility.
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Gotrox
Mr. Goodwin
Engagement Ring Battle Report From New Orleans
In a brief exchange, Jack recalls a difficult courtship with Katharine, finally accepted, while Joe asks about her current state. Jack notes she remains in the ring.
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Jack
Katharine
Joe
New Orleans Times-Democrat
PITH AND POINT: Quips on justice memory and patience
A Chicago News quotation column reflects on justice memory and waiting as virtues. It quips about optimism bias and caution in speech to friends, noting the dangers of blind judgment and the misfortune of speaking to enemies.
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Chicago News
Flowers and tree flowering myths and tree blossoms
The text notes that peach trees bloom before leaves and that barberry stamens draw back when touched. It mentions inconspicuous flowers of oak elm and hickory and explains red flowers in floral myth as arising from sacred blood, citing the red anemone from Christ's wounds.
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Christ
Free Lands in the Crow Reservation Draw Registration
Burlington notices announce a government drawing for 160 acre Croo lands with 125000 irrigable acres. Tickets June 10 26 final July 10. round trip fare from B&M points up to 20 dollars. California Portland Puget Sound excursion rates start June 1 with later lower runs through July. Powell Wakely G P A Omaha Nebraska.
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Crow Reservation
Sheridan
California
Portland
Puget Sound
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Neely’s Pharmacy
Geo. M. Place
Clara Steiner
Burlington
Poland
China
C. E. Morris
Beef Trust
Sam Thompson
Oyster Bay
Neely
Penn
Elsie 1
Tristman
Arcoeo
Colman & Diller
Sam Hutchinson
Commercial Street
Missouri
Durham Bull
C. J. Packer
H. Sara
L. O. Ballard
Cramb
The
Fairbury Jornal
Recorp
Ray McBride
Franklin, Nebr
Chicago
Lake St
Chicago, Ill
Farmer
Nautical Finance
Willum
Burlington Bulletin
Colorado
Denver
L. Wakely
Omaha, Nebr
A. T. Watson
Ry. Diller
Nebr
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