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Newspaper
The Socorro Chieftain
Location
Socorro, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Nov 19, 1904
Page
3
The article explains Dr. Shimose's explosive, its safety features, and wartime power. It compares Shimose to gun cotton and gelatin, noting safety under impact and ignition, and cites tests showing large armor penetration and widespread fragment impact on crew.
The report notes Shimose powder was used to destroy warships not men and that its cost runs about half that of gun cotton, as stated by the examining doctor.
A translated spoof from a Sinhalese Colombo newspaper parodies wartime news with a tale of swordsmen fired like shrapnel by guns. The item is followed by a column of jokes and brief ads including Ballard's Snow Liniment and a yearlong gift pitch for The Youth's Companion.
In Paris a rat pound is noted where rats are used to gnaw flesh from dead animal remains. A horse brought in overnight has its flesh removed by morning, illustrating the grisly disposal practice.
A young woman asks to enlarge her engagement ring but the goldsmith warns a new setting is needed after five prior alterations. The exchange hints at themes of revenge and patience amid everyday frustrations.
An article extols wifehood as the test of a woman's virtue and argues health is essential for managing a household and bearing children. It cites Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription and Golden Medical Discovery as cures for womanly diseases and promotes Dr. Pierce's medical books and advice as confidential guidance for women seeking restoration of health.
A brisk exchange in old dialogue features Neverpay pressing for a loan of S13 while Eyetooth balks and asks for twelve instead. The scene shifts to a courtroom where Bjones faces a judge about a daughter's marriage, with the judge noting her father’s influence and her refusal to listen until he forbids visitation.
Chicago event runs November 16 to December 3 with tickets on sale November 2. Round trip price listed as 45.75 dollars with return by December 5. Santa Fe agent Tuos Jagurs.
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