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Newspaper
Troy Weekly Call
Location
Troy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Oct 12, 1907
Page
8
An apparent pharmacist prepared blend combines Fluid Extract Dandelion Compound Karyon and Compound Syrup Sarsaparilla. Promoted as a top New York daily paper prescription for back ache kidney trouble weak bladder and urinary complaints with claims of rapid relief and no stomach injury.
In a family scene a four year old Katherine asks to pick the “underchildrenable” flowers for dinner after Grandma snips forget me nots. Grandparents earlier compromised by calling daisies and clovers “children's flowers” to save garden peace.
A travel magazine describes the routine of a mackerel schooner with a 14 man crew plus skipper and cook. Watches pair two hours on duty with 12 hours off, bunks split fore and aft, and galley duties, crew sleeping arrangements, and social divisions described. The London Daily Mail notes a Swiss hen honored for laying its thousandth egg with flags.
The passage argues quitting coffee is hard like quitting whisky or tobacco but Postum offers a smoother transition with cream. It claims Postum tastes better to connoisseurs, similar to mild Java, and within days to two weeks the body improves as caffeine disappears and nourishing liquid replaces it. It urges readers to try the test and read The Road to Wellville for proof.
A historical and devotional study on the Fall of Jericho from Joshua 6. It outlines timing, places Gilgal and Jericho, and the seven-day marching plan. The piece discusses the right of Israel to the land, the plan of attack, and the ceremonial elements of trumpets and the Ark, with reflections on faith and conduct.
A Indianapolis veteran recounts severe kidney trouble in 1897 with headaches dizziness and dropsy. After using Down's Kidney Pills his swelling and pains subsided, urine normalized, and he has stayed well for nine years. Also noted are Italian sensational claims of a young woman immured in Mantua and Beecher's anecdote about a fool word in a letter.
Walter W. Paglusch of Chicago Illinois reports years of eczema itch hindered sleep. After using Cuticnra Soap Cuticnra and Resolvent Pills he says he was completely cured at a total cost of twenty five cents. The note echoes a Carlyle quote about honest labor yielding fruit.
A lady explains to a visitor the advantages of concrete hollow-block construction highlighting heat insulation and better ventilation in a new home. The visitor quips that a frame house with a cat in the cellar and attic access is equally well built, reflecting opposing views on home design.
A National Magazine excerpt describes a foot care remedy with a lotion and powder for tender and swollen feet. Prepare a solution of bho Tracie acid in grain alcohol, soak and spray feet, then dry. Apply a powder of starch and scented oils in a stocking.
A coroner's jury finds the deceased died of heart failure caused by business failure and speculative losses. The jury cites the lack of foresight as the underlying cause and presents a moral for young businessmen.
A health note emphasizes examining Castoria bottles for infants, urging mothers to ensure children drink more water. It extols water’s soothing and hygienic qualities, noting many people do not drink enough between meals and suggesting varied use of water for better hydration and overall well being.
Poultney Bigelow praises a forthcoming Ataldens chicken farm while recalling Rash Rogers. Rogers joked on a suburban train about buying a $50 incubator and $15 eggs, then hatching a single bluebottle fly valued at $65. The anecdote contrasts ambition with a humorous misstep in poultry ventures.
A skeptical man laments that a woman fails to value the insight into streetcar congestion she doubts, arguing the cars were indeed blocked. The remark reflects gendered discourse and miscommunication over urban transit.
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