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Newspaper
The Jefferson County Record
Location
Diller, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Apr 15, 1898
Page
6
A Meeker reader criticizes public dances held in a school, claiming such events undermine discipline and morals. He cites torn desks, liquor bottle findings, and fears for students' attention and safety, asking Superintendent Gracerspy Patton for legal guidance.
A vivid account describes the pyrosoma, a luminous jelly like animal forming a cylinder from six inches to several feet. It is a colony of individuals. A ship passed through a sea of these creatures, turning water milky and deck gear into spectral glare as the sea broke.
A study links typhoid fever among soldiers in a small barracks to dust from floor sweepings. Bacteria were found in the sweepings, supporting the claim that contagion can occur via contamination of the environment rather than direct transmission.
An advertisement extols Hood's Sarsaparilla as the spring remedy to purify blood and relieve dyspepsia. A testimonial from Mrs. W. Kane of Media, Pa, describes malaria, dyspepsia, and an erysipelas foot sore improving after three days of use and lasting improvement.
The London Globe reports in the women s billiard room at the Waldorf Astoria that if a man removes his coat an attendant instantly provides a lounge jacket. All present close their eyes and stay shut until a bell signals sleeves have been covered.
Dr Samuel Pitcher of Hyannis Massachusetts declares exclusive rights to the word Castoria and Pitcher's Castoria. He states he originated the product and that the wrapper bears the facsimile signature of Chas H Fletcher. He warns no one may use his name except The Centaur Company led by Fletcher, dated March 8, 1897.
A light quip questions a man who boasted of marrying any girl. The reply notes he has yet to please anyone, highlighting a witty back and forth typical of the period panel.
A notice from John A. Salzer Seed Co. of La Crosse Wisconsin offers Salzer's German Coffee Berry, claiming one package bought for 15 cents yields 300 pounds of better coffee than store buys at 30 cents per pound. Requires 15 cents in stamps and this notice.
A newspaper note states there are about 400 mineral springs across the United States, highlighting the prevalence of these springs as a cultural and health resource.
Advertisement for No-To-Bac tobacco habit cure priced at 50 cents. Claims to make weak men strong and purify blood with disclaimer that it is sold by all druggists.
A compact critique notes that a magnetic temperament enhances an artist's drawing, suggesting the artist's personality fuels their skill and expressive reach in portraits and figures.
An 19th century style foot care ad promotes Allen's Foot Base a powder to shake into shoes. It claims to cure corns bunions chilblains swollen nervous damp sweating smarting and callous feet. Sold at druggists and shoe stores for 25 cents with sample free and address Allen S Olmsted LeRoy New York.
A brief note places Havana nearly directly south of Columbus Ohio, indicating geographic alignment and direction for readers scanning regional maps and travel cues.
рекламize end-user claim listing Cascarets as remedy for constipation with a 10c or 25c price and refund promise if not effective provided by a drugstore.
A count suggests England contains about 250 distinct religious sects with varied beliefs and practices across the country. The figure reflects ongoing religious diversity and historical divisions shaping worship and community life.
The message extols Star Tobacco as the world reading brand and urges forgiveness of enemies while avoiding religious debate, claiming a preacher is paid to argue for you.
Colorado is the banner gold producing state with 1897 production over 20 million dollars and this year expected to surpass 30 million. New strikes are reported daily, echoing the gold rush days. Newsstand ad urges twenty five cents for six months trial of Mining World.
An 1880s style ad notes Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup for teething children soothes gums reduces inflammation and relieves wind colic at 25 cents per bottle. A stray line about curly haired dogs snarling appears, indicating miscellaneous content.
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