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Newspaper
The Jefferson County Record
Location
Diller, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Aug 04, 1899
Page
6
A bold remark suggests an heiress can outbuy any poet, dismissing the speaker’s verse as inferior. The line implies wealth buys superior literary work and ends with a challenge to the would-be poet.
Indications suggest a minor impact on markets as Esterhazy and other conspirators are urged to win the vacancy created by Dreyfus leaving his cage. The tone hints at political maneuvering amid the ongoing affair.
A newspaper item notes a man who tried to kill himself due to poverty and mocks the idea that his appearance would improve after his death, reflecting harsh social attitudes of the time.
The melanolestes picipes or kiss ing bug has appeared in America and, despite its name, is not likely to be more kissable with another label though it may seem less formidable.
In Paris, Count Boni the impoverished financier and Anna Gould’s husband faces ridicule as his letter to the Prince of Monaco provokes laughter and is seen as unworthy of a French duel. The episode highlights social snubs and Count CasTellane’s taunting reaction.
Several hundred school teachers traveling through the west reached the base of Pike’s Peak and, learning a five dollar charge to reach the summit, returned to their hotels. The old motto Pike’s peak or bust seems not worth five dollars in thrifty days.
Miss Marie Williams of Wichita leads a group of women pledging to wed only men who served under Funston. The men face a dilemma if they return home or stay in the Philippines, risking accusations of cowardice or questions about their gallantry.
A Philadelphia physician treats cycling as a physical derangement when overdone, noting the bicycle can affect many body parts. Yet moderate riding serves as a tonic, while excessive use risks harmful effects.
Jeanne suspects her husband Karl and their confidante Myra Seymour of an affair. After spying their late night encounter in Smithsonian grounds, Jeanne endures a crushing revelation as Karl returns home and suggests Myra marry Tom Benton to free them from scandal.
London Chronicle notes French laws against bullfighting treated as a joke in the south. Marseilles Ascension Day events drew rioting as matadors Guerrita and Conesisto faced protests after a seventh bull request was denied. Boulogne’s plan reportedly aims for full scale bull fights with civic support, prompting potential French opposition.
Social revivals akin to religious reform are being carried out by the League for Social Service led by Dr. Josiah Strong and Dr. W H Tolman who call themselves social engineers. A series of meetings in Trenton addressed housing baths municipal housekeeping and civic education for working and middle class audiences. Similar movements are planned in other cities.
In a Pennsylvania town lawyers adopted a practice of closing from July 17 to August 5 for vacation. The measure proved so successful that all attorneys united for it that it will recur this season.
Do Your Feet Ache and Burns Shake into your shoes Allen's Foot Ease a powder for the feet It makes tight or new shoes feel easy Cures corns bunions swollen hot and sweating feet At all druggists and shoe stores 25c Sample sent free Address Allen S Olmsted Le Roy NY
An exchange from Harlem Life notes the church interior's harmonious colors, then humorously questions the sexton wearing stained glasses, hinting at local character and social wit.
An offer to buyers of Faultless Starch to obtain a free book from grocers. The booklet promises amusement and knowledge, described as available for 10 cents from all grocers.
A reflective line asserts that humans endure beyond a single life as God replenishes their inner light, contrasting with the idea of a candle burning away. The statement frames human value as ongoing divine sustenance rather than finitude.
In a Washington letter dated April 23 1899 Register of the Treasury Hon Judson W Lyons praises Pe r u n a as an excellent remedy for catarrhal ailments and heat related malaise. The note notes Lyons famed signature on currency and identifies him as Augusta Georgia resident and influential Republican tied to President McKinley.
Dr Hartman of Columbus Ohio claims Peruna is an absolute specific for cholera morbus cholera infantum summer complaint bilious colic diarrhoea and dysentery. In forty years practice he says he never lost a case and offers a free copy of Summer Catarrh for details.
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