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Newspaper
The Diller Record
Location
Diller, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1905
Page
3
A New York Press society page notes wealth heiresses chase quirky fancies from dyed dog fur to matching three cent stamps. Mrs. Gould runs a Port Washington chicken and pigeon farm as a strict business, selling to hotel kitchens while commanding a yacht with a captain’s authority.
The Potala, sacred palace of the Dalai Lama, photographed for the first time by the British Tibetan expedition. Col. Younghusband restricted reporters from entering sacred buildings, but exterior views were obtained. The palace rises 430 feet high and spans 800 to 900 feet, with white masonry, red zigzag stairs, and golden roofs dominating Lhasa.
A San Antonio Express item recalls A J Drexel Biddle entertaining Russians in Nice. He notes Boston as the Hub of the Universe, praising its educated inhabitants. A restaurant joke from Boston highlights a meatless sandwich as proof of minimal erudition.
John Rigley Carter succeeds Henry White as first secretary at the American embassy in London. He charms the British metropolis with a strong Virginian accent and striking appearance. Carter is witty, a good conversationalist, and appreciates others’ wit.
An Ava New York resident recounts Hiram Cronk the last War of 1812 veteran who lived to a hundred praising America while condemning Ava as dying. An English traveler challenged Cronk with a hypothetical British invasion, Cronk replied police would arrest them. The piece also references medical ads and light verse.
If Defiance Starch fails to please you return it to your dealer and get one third more for the same money. It will give satisfaction and will not stick to the iron. A fellow may be crooked and still tell a straight face. Some men dislike being called by their first names. Mr Upton asks who you are buying music for and Mr Hardred replies for his daughter to keep younger callers from staying late.
Promotes buying land in La Gloris Cuba through Cuban Land & Steamship Co. The ad pledges easy terms and profit potential from small investments, inviting readers to request a free illustrated booklet. Address given: 88 Broadway, B.C. City.
Mr. Bronston asks for dessert as Mrs. Bronston laments the pastry cook’s departure and offers kissés instead. He agrees and shifts to a playful demand for a French maid as the pause in service becomes a lighthearted exchange.
A historical medical pitch discusses female nerves and nervous prostration linked to reproductive health. It cites Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound as a remedy, including testimonials from Mrs. M. E. Shotwell of Brooklyn claiming relief after long illness and multiple doctors.
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