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Newspaper
The Progress
Location
Shreveport, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 26, 1895
Page
15
A jumble of medical advice and curious anecdotes fills a page. A minister’s parable about humility mixes with cautions on hangings to ease pain as a physician explains wick and oil chemistry. The text dances between sermons, poultry lore, and exotic plant trade along with rural letters and domestic misadventure.
The Mowragua Canal proposal dominates U S Senate talks with vivid cautions of foreigner danger and labor perils. The piece recalls Vanunis Railroad costs and cites fever like rheumatic pains and debility as a warning against delays. It touts a herbal remedy as relief, claiming broad strength and appetite benefits, while warning of deceptive substitutes and urging cautious use.
An old newspaper fragment touts potatoes and seed patators with grand claims. It mentions Sir Salgor and Salgor's Girly potatoes and a new seedling called Lightning Express with extraordinary yields. The ad promises low prices and offers free seeds upon payment, urging readers to send for “Tera IE You Will Get This” and a fourteens day packet.
An advertisement for Hale Pellets, sugar coated pills claimed to aid digestion and liver bowels. The copy promises relief from overeating and various stomach bowels disorders, touts ease of use and child friendly taking, and offers a free trial sample via mail order.
The item details a Velvet covered bodice with upper body styling and a satin or velvet tail front. It notes velour sleeves, a fitted waist, and a long skirt with velvet trim. The text emphasizes fabric choices like wool and silk and mentions color options such as chlor or amater.
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