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Newspaper
Titonka Topic
Location
Titonka, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1917
Page
6
An archaic camp scene records a preacher urging song as hats are collected. A planter chats with the preacher about missing lines and a garbled exchange ends with a puzzled exchange over words and singing, per Christyn Heratt.
An OCR fragment describes a soil testing method with instructions on how to test color changes to assess soil quality. The text mentions a hill-raising specialist and references terms like testing soil and changes in color indicating when soil needs heavy undergoing treatment.
Mr. Robert W. Ferguson of Hingham writes of years with kidney disorder and backache. He nearly died in Vancouver but recovered through persistent use of Dodd's Kidney Pills. He remains cured and uses the remedy occasionally to keep his kidneys regulated.
An old advertisement touts ethine double strength for freckles claiming quick removal. It promises a guaranteed money back if the product fails and recommends applying nightly and morning routines for best results.
A St Paul Pioneer Press stance urges valuing city vacant lots while not overlooking vacant countryside spots. The editorial emphasizes balancing urban development with preserving rural open spaces.
The spring assortment adds white and light colored blouses with embroidery and lace. Many feature handwork and fine stitching. some dresses show blue shades and a green hue called Tame Green. Details note delicate collars, white frills, and ribbon trim as choices for refined wear.
The article describes practical khaki and denim garments for Red Cross work and gardening. It introduces the Bachelor Days shirt combining gilet and trousers for ease of movement, and a skirt-trouser hybrid with a catch‑through design, reflecting a shift toward versatile country wear and lace usage in women’s wardrobes.
A fragment recounts Isabel being served tea instead of milk and remarking in surprise. The tale notes her mother’s influence and the host's disbelief at a child drinking anything but milk.
An old advertisement touts Cuticura Soap and Ointment for soothing irritated skin in babies with a free sample offer by mail from Boston. The unnamed copy notes improved sleep after treatment and urges postcards to Cotburn Dept. Lb.
An advertisement touts Freezone as a cheap ether compound that soothes sore corns and calluses. A Cincinnati man claims a few drops dry and shrivel the corn, allowing it to be lifted away with fingers. If not in stock, advise your druggist to order a small bottle from Als Wholesale Drug House.
In a playful jab, Mean Consolation accuses Dobbs of stealing their best ideas and asks what to call the act, quipping about a mock phrase Tetly deeny. The exchange showcases light banter and creative wordplay.
Mrs Tros McGonigal of Philadelphia says she suffered four years with female troubles and cramps, tried several doctors, then used L. X Pinkham's Vegetable Compound after seeing an ad. She reports relief after three bottles, believes she was cured, and offers her testimonial for publication to help other women.
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