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Newspaper
Upper Des Moines Republican
Location
Algona, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 05, 1908
Page
8
Advert says thousands have kidney trouble and never suspect it. It extols the prevalence of kidney disease and promotes Dr Kilmer s Swamp Root as a remedy. Claims relief for backache urinary issues and general kidney bladder liver problems. Offers sample bottle and book by mail from Kilmer Co Binghamton NY.
The speaker denounces corporate wealth as a root of political corruption, urges bold federal action to regulate interstate commerce and big corporations, and calls for honest business and politics. He argues that only national oversight can curb stock manipulation and abuse, while condemning wealth-driven evasion of law and urging unity to restrain fraud and elevate integrity.
The article cites David Starr Jordan on two laws: a nation’s blood shapes its history and a nation’s history shapes its blood. It argues that collective character is formed by past events and heredity, while current individuals reflect the historical stream, noting that those without descendants cannot influence heredity.
In Cornhill Magazine a writer recounts an incident in Algiers involving Misa Napier. A guard dog used to fetch 12 rolls for the baker, but it began leaving one for a starving stray female dog with puppies. After the baker increased the basket to 13, the dog returned 12 for several days, then all 18 were brought home as the mother recovered and no aid was needed.
A critique of relying on taste in museums and the broader art world. The author argues that expert curators and scientific sunlight should guide displays, not subjective aesthetics. The piece rails against the “morbid fluidity” of the academic temperament and echoes Darwin on fading esthetic life.
An American in Japan extols the cultural value of string as a universal tool used for emergency repairs, measurement, and clothing fixes. He notes its use even in restraint, tying a suspect’s wrist to guide him to the lockup, and reflects on Japan’s respect for law that makes the string binding effective.
The article discusses how each finger contributes differently to hand usefulness, with the thumb most crucial for grasping. It cites authorities estimating thumb loss lowers hand value by 15-25 percent on the right and 10-16 percent on the left, while index finger loss drops capacity by 16-25 percent on the right and 10-15 percent on the left. It notes middle, ring, and little fingers vary in importance, the little finger aiding specific professions for support.
A late 19th or early 20th century note describes Egyptian burial rules requiring rapid interment within 24 hours, and the costly or impractical embalming for foreign corpses. It notes a new law permitting cremation, but mosques and religion conflict hinder adoption, leaving traditional burial as the path. The discussion covers legal, religious, and logistical hurdles, including the impracticality and expense of embalming.
Jim Martin, a famed West Virginia lumberman, carried a heavy green river birch handspike. He enlisted in the Mexican War and died in Mexico, buried there. His handspike supposedly rooted in mud by Pond Fork Branch, growing into a giant tree still pointed out as his monument.
A reporter calls a writer a nature faker for a shark story. The writer retorts with plans to publish a revised tale where the man is restored to the raft by a shark, then an alligator reclaims him, highlighting sensational storytelling habits.
A famed French cook declares butter and onion form the secret of all sauces and stews. He says these ingredients enhance flavor and keep customers returning for more, noting butter drives appetite and long cooking days.
Two readers from Gardiner Maine and Chicago recount medical troubles relieved by Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound. One woman faced suggested surgery but recovered in three months. another avoided operation after doctors said it was necessary and was cured.
For thirty years Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound has been a standard cure for female ills. The ad claims it has helped thousands with displacements inflammation ulcers fibroid tumors irregularities periodic pains backache bearing-down feeling vertigo indigestion dizziness or nervous prostration. Mrs Pinkham invites sick women to write for advice at Lynn Massachusetts.
Dr Shoop of Racine Wisconsin has created Health Coffee a substitute made from toasted corn wis nuts and other ingredients with no real coffee in it It requires little boiling time and is marketed as a convincing coffee mimic sold by Dr A er of Racine Wisconsin.
Lopez of Martha, N. Y., says the wind carpenter saved by Hucklen's Arnica salve. It heals burns, sores, ulcers, fever cores, revema and piles. Sold at Millers druggist.
An assortment of early 20th century medicines advertised for common ailments. DeWitt's Carbolized Witch Hazel Salva mislabeled as helpful for cuts burns and scratches. Down's Reginia promises constipation relief digestion and appetite boost. Hollister's Rocky Mountain Tea marketed for strength and sleep. Dawn's Ointment claims to curb eczema itching and spreading skin issues. Conner & Co. advertises child soothing remedies with plain bottle ingredients.
Advertisement seeks a responsible ambitious young man or woman to learn engraving. After four months pay $15 monthly or start in business. Promises shorter hours, greater opportunities, better wages, with board while learning. Also promoting Hardock Blood Bitters claims to purify blood and improve complexion.
Certificate holder AL PALRENIAINEI warns that the owner must redeem within ninety days from completed service to avoid sale. Notice dated January 21, 1908 lists parcel details in Kossuth County Iowa including lot and plat references and names Dot A Way et al.
Tax sale notice records a December 5 1908 sale of Kossuth county Iowa real estate Lot 19 Black 1d original plat Tow. Malkenhainer holds certificate. redemption period expires within ninety days from service. dated January 1908 by Al Palkenhaterer.
For sale is a house with three acres of land in Klew its area. Includes water access and fine bath gear. Price and contact details not provided in readable text.
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