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Newspaper
The Mobile Item
Location
Mobile, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jan 12, 1916
Page
7
A mixed page features a quip about basking in sunshine with a homespun call to take what is offered. It then shifts to winter bath robes, discussing warmth, fabric types, design details, pockets, and closures, followed by several kitchen recipes including baked fish pudding and meat dishes. It also covers lemon uses and throat protection tips, ending with a moisturising handCare remedy.
A period piece explains colds arise from disordered blood and lack of nutrients. Fat foods in seasonal change are said to distribute heat and strengthen the system. Scott's Emulsion is promoted as blood-building, drug-free, available at drug stores with the Scott & Bowne Bloomfield NJ label.
Letter from Robert E Hendrick of Kansas City Missouri recounts long kidney gravel treatment by doctors ending with Swamp Root. After seven bottles he says he was cured and has stayed well for over a year. he offers to let the letter be used as a testimonial with notary verification in Missouri.
An old advertisement urges readers to send ten cents to Dr Kilmer and Co for a sample bottle and a booklet about kidneys. It promises the sample will convince anyone and mentions the company based in Binghamton New York.
Inquiries on love affairs addressed to Miss Eros will be printed if not too lengthy. Names, however, will not be printed. Address your inquiries to Miss Eros Mobile Item. Personal letters not answered, or private correspondence handled. Use ink, write only on one side of paper.
Uncle Wiggily journeys with Twisty Tail to build the brick house for the third pig. The wolf attacks, but an icicle arrow from Uncle Wiggily forces the wolf to retreat as Twisty Tail and the rabbit clan stay safe inside. The tale echoes a familiar book while ending with a promise of more.
A 24 year old asks how to meet a nice young man and vows loneliness. The columnist advises overcoming shyness by daily problem solving to handle social moments and meet emergencies, rather than chasing more men. In a separate query, a reader asks about a man who visited and wrote weekly but did not call after a holiday. the advisor says the reason is unclear and urges waiting for him to explain.
Wednesday events include Cathedral Sanctuary Society and various clubs at McGill Institute B'nai B'rith Hall and other venues with meetings from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. Friday adds Craighead and YWCA programs. Saturday features Shakespeare Club reading As You Like It. Real estate transfers record Stonewall Insurance to Gerold H Kruempel for 773.87 and J H Wilson to M B Brown for 130 on specific lots.
Amusements list includes The Cactus Blossoms a two part Mustang drama with Anna Little charming and Frank Borzage opposite. Western realism noted with strong supporting roles by Dick La Reno and Chief Big Tree. Also Kiddus Kidds and Kiddo a one act beauty comedy with John Sheehan and John Steppling Foolish Fat Flora a Falstaff comedy with Arthur Cunningham. Helen Holmes in The Girl and the Game Friday admission five cents.
Old home remedy ad describes cures for rheumatism coughs and colds and foot issues. It touts Toris compound with syrup of sarsaparilla in whisky and Globe Pine Compound with glycerine in whiskey. Claims quick relief for sore feet corns bunions frost bite and feverish illness with genuine packaged ingredients.
In Des Moines Iowa Mrs Blanche Jefferson recalls illness four years ago and says Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound strengthened her to avoid surgery. She urges others to try the remedy before operation and notes her husband opposed surgery but supports her recovery. She invites confidential advice from Lydia E Pinkham Medicine Co. in Lynn Massachusetts.
A fragrant antiseptic cream is applied in the nostrils to clear air passages, soothe swollen mucous membrane, and relieve head colds and catarrh rapidly. A small bottle from the druggist promises instant relief and easier breathing.
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