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Newspaper
Troy Weekly Call
Location
Troy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Mar 03, 1916
Page
6
An old style ad touts Cascarets as a cure for biliousness headaches and stomach trouble. It promises a 10 cent box will cleanse the stomach, purge undigested food and poison, improve liver and bowels, and leave the reader refreshed by morning.
A satirical note depicts gasoline costs climbing as Knicker and Gecker muse on fuel futures. The piece suggests extravagant ideas like powering cars with champagne while consuming oil, underscoring expense and excess in a mock tone.
A 1915 testimonial from Leming of Pittsburgh describes severe kidney and bladder trouble, night pains, and constant urination. After using Dr Kilmer's Swamp Root, health returned and the writer endorses the remedy, urging readers to try a sample bottle and request more information. The notice is signed by Justice of the Peace Joseph Keys.
A quip contrasts sweeping cobwebs from the brain with the humorous suggestion to use a vacuum cleaner. The exchange playfully examines mental clarity and practical fixes.
An advertisement extols California Syrup of Figs as a gentle, effective laxative for children and adults, replacing harsh historic remedies like castor oil and calomel. It notes a 50 cent bottle and claims the product cleanses liver and bowels, with full usage directions on the bottle.
Ad text touts La Cre qla Hair Dressing as a natural solution for gray hairs at 1.00, claiming it proves right that some doubt will fade and beauty will prevail.
Sir Martin Conway describes Torcello as the ancient refuge that birthed Venice, noting its ruined cathedral, Santa Fosca, and an Octagonal church. He recounts restoration eras from the seventh century refugee church to Byzantine influence in 1008 and describes the decay and modern visitor appeal of the lagoon town.
A young correspondent, inexperienced in fashion detail, relies on a sympathetic woman journalist during a chic wedding. She guides him to describe Lady Betty Blank and her attire, but the next day the paper mocks the vanity and misreads the pink plastron disguise as a fashion feature.
An Italian scientist classifies four thousand cases of self destruction and notes most occur between ages fifteen and twenty six, a peak period in life. The observation highlights mental health concerns among youths and the need for attention to early warning signs.
The article predicts jersey cloth will replace serge in spring suits with brown and gray tones gaining popularity. It notes women favor worsted threads in street wear until hot weather, and cites Poiret inspired fur trims on Palm Beach hats. Sleeves and trims shift with bishop sleeve patterns and point d esprit ribbons in gowns.
Schoolgirls model sport coats in green and white checked velours with white ball buttons and wide belts. They pair with mufflers and hats, including a black velvet hat with a rolling brim, creating a coordinated outfit with deep patch pockets and tassel accents.
In local shops large black blankets for hunting and camping men are shown. The writer suggests using crewel needle and thick wool to decorate the blanket with big red or yellow flowers in long stitch, or purple arabesques for a vibrant den or library sofa accessory.
The article urges reviving quilting with vintage applique designs across home items. It envisions hollyhocks, morning glories, and cherry motifs in soft colors, with cretonne fabrics and worsted embroidery. It discusses pillows, table covers, and child clothing, highlighting tasteful borders and handmade details.
A vintage health blurb advocates a daily morning internal bath with hot water and limestone phosphate to purge indigestible waste. It claims cleansing the stomach liver kidneys and bowels prevents sickness, nervous days, and insomnia, urging a quarter pound dose as inexpensive proof. Seasonal quip follows as a light New York Sun humor note.
An old advertisement urges meat abstinence when back pain or kidney discomfort appears and promotes Jad Salts as a safe, affordable kidney flush. It claims the remedy neutralizes urine acids, improves filtration, and prevents urinary and blood impurities with daily use as a preventative or treatment.
A motorist named Gee faces costs in a ruling referencing Judge Twenty Five. The report notes a tire issue described as a whiz, signaling a sudden incident during the case. The court details the liability and financial obligations.
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