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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1902
Page
7
A sprawling, dialogue heavy piece examines marriage markets in a crowded urban district. It centers on a young woman’s popularity, suitors, social expectations, and the pressure to wed for status, money, or security amid a wary crowd and mounting parental attitudes.
In Baltimore, Jon N. Shank of Woodberry faced charges for assaulting Mum Bessie Saunders. The defense argued Saunders struck first, Shank shoved to prevent further blows but sought to justify his response as not cruel or deadly. The court returned a verdict amid disputes over mutual fault.
The article describes ear and tea drinkers ailments as mush malady from starch indigestion caused by pasty foods like cracked wheat. It explains fermentation and toxins irritate the small bowel, affect blood and nerves, and drain energy. It advocates prevention and a remedy described as appetizing food toasted wheat pushed with sweetened salt.
A prominent Mrs. Atherton endorses Lydia E. Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound as a universal remedy for women’s distress. The letter claims relief from ovarian troubles inflammation ulcers and womb displacement with better health for irregular or painful menstruation. The article touts testimonials as proof and cites widespread cures from the product.
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