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Newspaper
Unionville Republican
Location
Unionville, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1916
Page
11
A vintage medical ad describes kidneys as vital organs and declares they can derange causing backache depression and headaches. It recommends drinking pure water and using Anuric from a pharmacy to remove uric acid before meals claiming strong potency over lithia.
Mrs A Shain of Kirksville Missouri describes a severe grippe left her weak and nervous. After taking Favorite Prescription she gained strength and felt like a different person, praising the cod liver oil based remedy for women seeking a tonic.
Neutral nations condemn German deportations of Belgian workers to Germany. The move is said to free German soldiers for the front, with Belgians forced into jobs that would otherwise go to Germans. The plan to pit Belgians against their countrymen is disapproved by neutrals and prompted a U S note.
A thief in Quincy Illinois stole jewelry and money from a house. A prior note in the jewelry warned the victim the thief had secured work or a loan and planned to return it. Also included are unrelated health and wartime opinion snippets from the era.
A cough neglected may become chronic. Dr Bell's Pine Tar Honey soothes irritation, eases breathing, and antiseptically helps healing. Useful for croup sore throat and bronchial conditions. Available at all druggists for 25 cents.
The passage argues that German militarism has been crushed and that Allied leaders held this view at the war’s start. It concludes that Canada has not shifted its beliefs despite the evolving course of the conflict.
The article suggests two possible reasons for German allies seeking peace last week. Either they believed they had reached their highest point and a peace would benefit them, or they acted with awareness of Allied desires for negotiations.
Readers are informed that Hall's Catarrh Cure claims to cure catarrh by constitutional treatment. The advertisement states the product is taken internally and acts on the blood to heal mucous surfaces. Proponents offer $100 for any case it fails to cure and invite testimonials from F. J. Cheney & Co. Toledo Ohio. Available from all druggists at 75 cents.
The White House will keep the US flag flying at all times and raise a second flag for the president. The presidential flag will be lowered only when the president is out of town.
A vintage advertisement urges relief from hacking coughs and colds using Dr King's New Discovery. It claims soothing pine balsams calm irritated membranes and antiseptic and laxative actions kill germs and break up mucus. Available at druggists for 50 cents.
A London dispatch claims Germany has lost about 3.9 million men, a figure that could affect morale and complicate any peace moves. The piece notes that such casualties would leave many German families unable to celebrate Christmas or New Year with joy.
The notice promotes Chamberlain's Tablets as remedies for nervousness caused by constipation. It claims rapid relief and improved digestion, with benefits stated across many locations.
The text argues Germany’s peace offer cleverly frames discussions on any basis while shifting blame to the Allies if rejected, noting nations hesitate to bear responsibility for further bloodshed.
The article claims men are more prone to appendicitis than women and mentions a home remedy using buckthorn bark glycerine Adler-ika claimed to relieve or prevent appendicitis and constipation. It also reports a coal mine explosion near Pittsburg Kansas killing twenty men last week, contrasted with events in Europe.
Chamberlain's tablets praised for constipation relief stating they are pleasant to take and gentle in effect. Available widely and easy to obtain.
The report notes wheat advancing amid fear of peace and broader stock movements. Analysts point to conflict-related supply concerns and market jitters as prices drift, with investors watching policy signals and global demand.
Sloan's Liniment is promoted as a helpful remedy for bumps bruises sprains rheumatic aches and neuralgia offering prompt relief without rubbing and marketed as cleaner than other plasters. The ad urges keeping a bottle for outdoor workers and external pains priced at 25c. The article notes Entente expectations after Germany offered peace last week.
An advertisement urges treating a cough as a danger signal and recommends Chamberlain's Cough Remedy to cure the underlying illness. It cites Mrs. Thomas Beeching of Andrews praising the product and notes it is widely obtainable, especially for persistent coughs after colds or grip.
Allied forces press the Greek king amid a widening rift with factions favoring direct alignment with the Allies. Tension rises as political power struggles threaten to trigger further conflict.
The French premier proposes a resolution to cut liquor consumption in France materially. Germany plans to restrict saloon hours further. Russia and England have already taken drastic steps, with the war seemingly driving reforms.
The German foreign minister states Germany has not violated pledges to the United States by sinking ships, blaming mistaken identity for the incidents. He notes many wartime mistakes occur. Spain and Switzerland offer their good offices to end the European war, with China remaining available if needed.
J W Forbes of Unionville recalls decades earlier kidney trouble and success with Doan's Kidney Pills. He describes frequent nighttime urination and burning, notes relief after two boxes, and later endorses the product in 1916. Sold for 50 cents at dealers, Foster Milburn Co., Buffalo NY.
A letter from Alfordsville Indiana recounts eight years of back pains and monthly suffering. The writer credits Cardui with ending the pain and nervous spells after three bottles. She urges other women with similar troubles to try the woman’s tonic, noting its vegetable ingredients and safety.
Rev L. T McNeiley finished a revival at Fairview church six miles southwest of town, adding forty two new members. The note appears in a brief weekly roundup of local items from the Republican files.
In a weekly roundup from 15 years ago this week four smallpox cases were noted in the west end of the county. R S McClellan bought the Harmon Bradshaw house in town, and G H Gardner was reappointed Unionville postmaster. Jay Curby was hurt by a runaway team but recovered in days. A series of wells was being dug near the city pond with water strikes reported. The city marshal caused turmoil after a night of drinking and shooting, leading to his dismissal by the council. Chapel items note rabbits being consumed and attempts at assimilation into humans, while Esper items remark cold weather and scarce water reducing ice prospects. R 8 McClellan bought the steam laundry of E O Lemen to operate it.
December 24 lesson discusses Isaiah’s prophecy of the Messiah as Wonderful Counselor Mighty God Everlasting Father and Prince of Peace John’s vision of Christ’s glory and the coming light that breaks darkness. It urges Sunday school leaders to impart the peace of God through Christ to learners.
Grandparents and neighbors shared Sunday visits with the Elsa Sherer and Baquet families. The Rennells and Lavern traveled home for Christmas plans, while Jane Brown from Lancaster visited Charley Rennells. Faye Small, Pearl Cand y, and Ruth Davis joined various gatherings, and Grant Jones showed off a new car.
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