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Newspaper
Tucson Citizen
Location
Tucson, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Feb 03, 1902
Page
6
A discussion on how small personal quirks hinder career advancement. It notes bad temper, sloppy appearance, sharp tongue, and critical habits as common barriers. Emphasizes that even brilliant workers suffer from unamicable traits, while agreeable colleagues with less ability may rise higher.
The article argues the ear is as delicate as vision and warrants careful care. It notes many blind people would rather lose sight than hearing and urges correcting ear disorders before they become permanent. It criticizes public myths about the ear and praises the work of skilled aurists.
Housewives learn a carpet stain removal method using white soap hot water and fuller's earth until a thin cream consistency. The routine requires drying cloths a brush a sponge and fresh water and ends with thorough drying before the carpet dries. The text then includes a humorous exchange about a pettifogger and a dated epigram about doctors and purges from Gentleman's Magazine.
Spanish historian Herrara notes that when Pizarro landed in South America a rider's accidental fall saved the party. The natives, amazed by the apparent fusion of horse and man, fled as they believed the horse and rider were one creature, ending the Spaniards' retreat to their ships.
The text notes mummy’s former medicinal value and how it entered materia medica. It explains that by the eighteenth century its use declined, recipes for converting flesh into mummy appeared, and parts of the body were dried and spiced to resemble a mummy for sale to apothecaries.
Bologna houses two square towers the Asinelli built in 1109 stood 15 feet high while its rival the Garisenda built a year later leans notably. The Garisenda now 153 feet tall with walls six feet six inches thick at base tapering to four feet nine inches. Its origin remains debated with theories of lean or settled ground. It was sold in 1266 for 22 lire about forty four dollars.
A summoned juror in New York City recounts serving on a county jury down in South Jersey. In a heavy brogue he describes examining remains washed ashore after a shipwreck. An expert declared the body 4,000 years dead as a mummy, and the county refused to pay fees, ending with his excusal.
A youthful candidate replies to a friend about life after college by saying he will study medicine despite concerns about crowding in the field. He asserts that those already in medicine will have to take their chances rather than change his plan.
A story recalls an elder who stood in for the minister at short notice in an English church. He begins the sermon but falters as he mutters a stammering line about removing conceit, inviting any who need it to come forward.
An article mocks medical bluff and hair cutting as a remedy for hysterical episodes. It claims surgeons may cut hair to apply treatments and jokes that such bluff rarely fails. It also muses on birds and poets in a sardonic tone about owls and moonlit complaints.
Public notice in Tucson Arizona warns all persons claiming six parcels of placer gold seized as part of United States v. Six Parcels of Placer Gold to appear at the First Judicial District Court on March 1, 1902. The gold is attached under a warrant and remains in custody of Frank L. Dean, with claim actions and defenses to be presented. Local notices also promote dining and shopping ads.
Advertisement notes that poor baking powder costs money and promotes Schilling's Best as the superior option with a money back guarantee if customers prefer a different brand. It emphasizes quality and value for consumers.
A. L. Spafford of Chester Michigan recounts using One Minute Cough Cure during a sudden croup attack on his child. He reports the child became unconscious from strangulation and recovered after three doses. Bell's Pharmacy at 22 North Church street sells the remedy.
Central Park Floral Co operates as the largest cut flower store in Southern California at 1388 Spring St Los Angeles. It offers Holly Wreaths Redondo Carnations Violets Roses Smilax with Xmas orders promptly shipping.
Readers weigh benefits of The Citizen's Classified Act and whether the program pays or fails to compensate participants, with opinions reflecting use in local markets and practical outcomes.
The piece extols women's resilience and credits Dr. Pierce’s Favorite Prescription with saving many women from gendered illnesses. It cites testimonials praising relief from ovarian pain and general recovery, and promotes free medical guidance from Dr. Pierce alongside the flagship remedies.
The Washington Star quotes Miss Miami Brown asking about the count in human anatomy and Mr. Erastus Pinkley replying he cannot give an exact total but can infer many from “nicks in his razor,” implying a rough estimate of over two hundred. The exchange blends humor with a blunt metaphor.
Quote by Emerson on universal labor and virtue. It urges consistent effort, whether in farming or writing, as honest work in self approval earns reward to senses and thought. Defeat is temporary, for you are born to victory through sustained toil.
A description of mythical Mexican beliefs says a coal black monkey faced owl carries the spirit to the moon where its ancestors await. The spirits are escorted to a central moon cave where joy reigns supreme.
A Chicago Post quip notes a conflict where a child objects to joining a group singing. The teacher asks for participation while the child resists, claiming difficulty learning piano and complaining about Luthering with a harp in the story.
A reader notes surprise at a ten hour jury deliberation while the verdict was quickly agreed upon but later debated for literary merit of the judge's charge. The remark includes quotes about Wagner and social conversation from historical periodicals.
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