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Newspaper
The Perrysburg Journal
Location
Perrysburg, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1902
Page
8
An ornate ad claims Woley's Kidney con cures kidney and bladder troubles with bold promises. Fragmentary text mentions testimonials and other remarks about health and a bird joke, reflecting playful, stray notes mixed with the ad.
An odd promotional piece warns against hunting tigers with bird shot and reframes consumption as a stealthy disease that rapidly destroys life. It extols Scott's Emulsion as a remedy to strengthen the body, soothe lungs, and resist disease until it wears itself out, inviting readers to request a free sample.
A correction from D. A. Haaylon explains that the three graduating class members were ranked 10, 38, and 4 by the examining committee. The numbers were arranged to reflect standing, not to diminish any student’s honor, and the misinterpretation prompted this clarification for Perrysburg and vicinity.
At the New Century Club meeting Mrs Minnie Blue was elected president with Mrs May Powell as vice president and Myra Trudeau as secretary. Other officers include Mrs Gertrude Voiteh treasurer and Miss Emma Maddy reporter. Members hosted at Miss Jessie Powell’s home with juggling feats, music by Miss Laura Love, supper, club colors, and the club baby Louise Langdon Maddy in attendance.
A lighthearted quip from the Chicago Daily News plays on the rib origin tale. Pa and Little Willie discuss the biblical story, suggesting a playful twist that the woman was made from the winir bone rather than the rib.
A chaotic excerpt from Brooklyn Lite mentions Algy-Poor Cholly nearly fainting after his automobile broke down during a mile race. Guusie questions the reckless rider while someone else claims a field mishap prevented a prior attempt from Wart to finish.
An old southern settlement near a railway station shows a mix of Methodist and Baptist revivalism, a fading school, limited public education for the poor, and a slow, simple life centered on crops and peaches. The piece ends with a domestic ad for Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets.
Mattie Keene and Company present Elia Wheeler Wilcox's sketch Ber First Divorce at the Casino. It charts a newly married couple unsure about divorce, with a female lawyer and jealousy helping reveal their mistake and happiness. Also on bill are Roberts Hayes & Roberts, The Babys! Pew Baker, Eberly & Egbert, Mollie Killenbeck, and Kinodrone moving pictures. The Casino, by the lake, continues to draw crowds. excursion rates apply and par admission is free. Clayton Wiska and Marie Stuart offer Geraldine, a new piece, at the Farm theater starting Thursday afternoon. Geraldine, by Willard Holcomb, aims to match or surpass the popularity of Dickey. The Burn venue promises star vaudeville attractions this season and aims to outpace last year’s attendance.
CansvorRtrta A. Bears the The Kind You Have Alvar Renight! Complete all arrangements for summer outing early to avoid wear and tear. Numerous rest and recreation spots along the St. Clair River offer family relaxation. Accommodation at a low cost is available, with about thirty seven hotels priced from $1.00 per day to higher weekly rates. The White Star Line, Greyhound, and other steamers provide transport from Toledo with an eight hour daylight ride. J. W. Gownrad, Genl Agt, Toledo.
A collage of humorous fragments from various newspapers includes quick exchanges on fidelity, bacteria talk, sailors habits, marriage and smoking, plus a mock interview about brain work. The snippets showcase light social humor, punchlines, and social observations from multiple outlets.
A missionary in equatorial Africa spent years pursuing a big chief to convert him and his tribe to Christianity. After the chief finally renounced polygamy and was baptized, he later clung to his multiple wives, causing the missionary to confront the practice again. The piece then shifts to a Venezuelan method of killing scorpions and a note on Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets for indigestion.
A fraternal notice from St Rhee Branch No 2 laments the death of John Munger and extends deep sympathy to his wife and family. The resolution details mourning rites, record drape, and prayers for his soul, signed by Jonux Ati Wa Marisa and Frank Niven. Letters from Robert Rk Watts of Salem, Missouri endorse Foley Kidney Cure after five years of illness, claiming cure and renewed health for the author. The report also notes a trip extension from The GB and J. Hy. for a binding event scheduled around June 28 to June 30.
An acknowledgement notice asks Perrysburg readers to help publicize a saving movement on May 2. It mentions a national veterans group and names Savilda L. Stussir Se and others. Limited readable details and several garbled phrases remain.
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