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Newspaper
The Mellette County Pioneer
Location
Wood, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1919
Page
11
A vintage advertisement touts Spohn Them or Boohns Liquid Compound as a safe remedy for disease by expelling germs. It claims protection regardless of exposure and suitability for children. Sold by druggists, harness dealers, or via express prepaid by manufacturers. special agents sought.
The American Forestry association in Washington notes many kinds of warblers listed alphabetically from bay breasted to yellow rumped. A bird house contest is being conducted, and a collection of warblers would span colors from yellow and orange to chestnut, black, white, green, gray, brown and more.
In a Birmingham Age Herald quip a quaint village scene shows old men in the public square pitching horseshoes and ready with the warmest argument on Whats the Matter With Russia. The brisk exchange hints at lively public discourse among elderly residents.
Cartoon caption from the Buffalo Express shows an assisting man who slipped on a banana peel. The Optimist claims cursing won’t help and that he always smiles. The Pessimist replies that he didn’t notice the fall, reflecting a humorous contrast.
A housewife smiles at a basket of clear white clothes and thanks Red Cross Ball Blue as she shops at the grocers. Prices noted around five cents.
The colonel shows curiosity as the woman asserts she can both bake and brew. He notes brew may be worth investigating, signaling interest in her culinary and brewing skills.
A reflective opinion piece argues that rural life values large personalities and ample space for them, while smaller souls struggle to find room in the open country. The short essay critiques cultural norms favoring prominence over humility.
A witty remark questions a man’s profession asking if he is a doctor or a bellhop. The line highlights a traveler’s impression of a capable individual known for handling luggage with ease.
Advertisements claim nitro phosphate nourishes nerves and body cells to reverse extreme thinness. It argues modern foods lack phosphate and promises rapid weight gain, improved energy, brighter eyes, and healthier complexion, urging use unless flesh growth is undesired.
General order No 1 of American industry prompts vast research drives by Du Pont, United States wheat and meat expansion seeks, Standard Oil, Armour and 40 others to employ chemists and engineers. The piece extols persistent inquiry as the key to competitive advantage and warns against failing to “find out.”
Dr. H. E. Howe reports color blindness can arise from coloring effects rather than vision. Some eyes read red normally but fatigue with red and respond to green when red light mixes with certain red glasses. Copper ruby glass and similar contain blue end rays. selenium ruby glass transmits only red, preventing green perception.
Prof E E Barnard lists not less than 182 clearly defined dark patches in his latest catalogue. Some are round and regular while others are contorted, appearing as dark clouds or nebulae cutting off a faint background of stars or nebulous matter. Most patches lie in the Milky Way region where material is concentrated.
Two soldiers from Fort McKinley Maine attended a bounteous Thanksgiving repast and after sampling many dishes the hostess asked for more. One soldier eyed the untouched fruit candy and ice cream and said a little more room please.
A local amusement scene features a sword-swallower whose risky profession is described as appetizing to the crowd. The exchange hints at the strange allure and tension surrounding dangerous performances.
An advertisement extols Cuticura products for soothing baby rashes with soap and ointment followed by talcum for finishing touch. The image notes price at 25 cents and ends with a humorous line about tenants in a flat above owning a trapdrum outfit.
Advertisement offers $1000 for any catarrh case not cured by Hall's Catarrh Medicine. Claims internal action through the blood on mucous surfaces. Sold by druggists for over forty years. Price tied. Testimonials free. F J Cheney Co Toledo Ohio. A ship is called she indicating a sal ls lady.
Green's August Flower has long been a household remedy for constipation and digestive woes. It is described as a gentle laxative that treats indigestion, liver trouble, and related symptoms, with claims of relief after a few doses and to be sold by druggists worldwide.
The minister asks the mother of the bride to speak before the ceremony. The response from the Lady emphasizes she already said enough to land them at this moment.
An advertisement touts Othine double strength to remove freckles. It claims night and morning application will fade worst freckles and vanish lighter ones, often needing only one ounce. The product is sold with a money back guarantee if it fails.
Mrs M Godden of 925 Napoleon Street Fremont Ohio reports relief after using Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound during the climacteric period at age forty six. She cites improved energy and resolution of heat flashes nervousness backache headache irritability and blues. The Pinkham Medicine Co Lynn Mass offers guidance for any complications and keeps letters confidential.
In a theater lobby a sign reads crying children must be immediately taken out or we will refuse to admit them. The notice prompts questions about the manager’s nationality or policy tone without providing explicit facts.
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