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Newspaper
Titonka Topic
Location
Titonka, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 22, 1920
Page
6
An advertisement touts Danderine as a stimulating tonic to revive dull lifeless hair. It claims thicker, stronger, glossier hair with renewed color and vitality and urges purchasing a bottle at a drug or toilet goods counter to refresh the scalp.
An old time ad touts Cascarets as a gentle nightly cleanse for the stomach liver and bowels. It promises quick relief from sour fermenting foods rotten smells and constipated waste with no griping while you sleep at low cost.
The Athens Progress reports Serbia plans a 600 kilometer canal from the Danube Morava confluence to the Morava valley then to the Vardar near Salonika. The project would follow the Morava river through Serbia to reach the Salonika region.
The ad promotes Dr Kilmer Swamp Root as a physician prescribed remedy for kidney and bladder symptoms such as back pain headaches and nervousness. It urges immediate treatment and offers samples by mail while referencing a distractingly unrelated editorial fragment about Dissem ination of Appreciation.
A United States Department of Agriculture guide explains that well cured hay stored in barns or stacks can be kept indefinitely without heating. It advises keeping bales on edge with air spaces, using crosswise stacking to promote ventilation and prevent heat buildup, and notes failures from improper windrow baling and flat stacking.
The invention by W H Norris of Nashville Tennessee describes an adjustable ice shoe for horseshoes and hooves to prevent slipping on icy roads. The device includes a croppier and attachments to fit the hoof for secure footing on ice and slippery surfaces.
An illustration shows a horseshoe fitted with absorbent toe and heel calks mounted on caps. The caps connect within the shoe opening and around the caps to secure position. A plan view outlines the shoe design.
The article argues hogs are economical for home meat and urges farmers to raise hogs where feasible, noting grazing crops and farm conditions as factors. It emphasizes starting now by planning and preparing sowings to support hog production for home consumption.
A government study notes twenty eight Indian counties and the U S Department of Sericulture conducted a rat drive. About 57 100 rats were reported killed on rat drive day with estimates that several hundred thousand rats died. One rat can destroy a bushel of corn and spread disease, so authorities urge annual rat day to sustain campaigns. Knox County led with 10 000 rats killed.
A. D. Wilson of the University of Minnesota extension division urges cooperative community production of uniform high quality products in large quantities to lower marketing costs. He argues standardization and scale reduce labor and expense from farm to consumer. The piece cites copper alloy creamery marketing as supporting evidence.
Blackhead is a hard to eradicate disease that can spread to other poultry. Advice includes plowing up poultry houses, whitewashing, burning or boiling feeding vessels, and using freezing weather to slow spread. If severe, avoid raising turkeys next year and source new eggs from uninfected stock.
A brief notice highlights a winter shelter program noting high desirability during cold months. It emphasizes stock integrity and readiness to endure very severe weather conditions. Names and specific locations are not provided. The focus is on shelter viability and protection during harsh winter periods.
The article describes squirrel pelts used in fashion, noting Siberian gray fur for wraps, collars, and cuffs. It highlights dyeing, durability, and style, with emphasis on children's wear, luxury garments, and the role of the white belly fur in various trims and infant carriage robes.
Hatmakers showcase between-season headwear as winter fades and spring nears. The collection features satin ribbon hats in small to medium red tones, all-ribbon trims, and delicate brims. Styles include satin turbans, Breton shapes with narrow edging, and an all-black model with feather fringe, aimed at versatile wear in varied weather.
Mrs. Olé Bergman of 820 Pennsylvania St Gary Indiana describes severe back pain kidney troubles swelling legs and nocturnal urination. After taking three boxes of Doan’s Kidney Pills she claims full recovery and renewed health satisfaction.
Seattle shipped 10 785708 dollars worth of goods to Siberia in the first half of 1919, far more than 087881 dollars recorded in the same period of the previous year, highlighting a surge in trade through the American gateway to Siberia.
Vintage ad copy touts California Fig Syrup as a safe laxative for children. Claims it clears poisons from stomach liver and bowels with a fruity taste and simple dosing on the package. Mothers urged to give the product confidently referencing the California name.
A fragment describes a conversation where a young woman Agnes waits as her father is spoken to by George. George compliments the elder man for his vigorous speech and command of language while Agnes and a lover listen. The scene hints at family approval and affectionate dialogue.
Residents blame overlooked Scotland County as land prices rise elsewhere. Farmers from Iowa and Minnesota, seeking outlets in Illinois and Kansas City markets, note Scotland County lacks boom despite strong railway access and grain potential. Local sentiment: land value growth passed by, with bluegrass and crops underappreciated by buyers.
A garbled snippet records a protest-like remark about rising costs. The speaker objects to price hikes while a neighbor or passerby notes that not everything is high, with a reference to thermometers and a Kansas City setting amid unclear dialogue.
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