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Newspaper
Vindicator And Republican
Location
Estherville, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 19, 1913
Page
4
A cryptic tale recounts Agent Lincoln and a humorous incident about a chin and a mule. The story unfolds as a mule and a child witness a strange event on a field, prompting a punchline about a chin being the cause of a mule’s action.
The fragment discusses old views on trousers among ancient Britons and contrasts worn garments with breeches and later Western styles. It includes garbled notes on attire, a brief mention of Greek and Chinese characters, and a scattered, odd anecdote about dress and punishment. The text is inconsistent and largely unclear.
Sawyer argues for substituting a one day secret ballot for the thirty day open petition on the Shankland bill. He contends many temperance leaders initially favored the bill, notes support from anti saloon groups, and insists the secret ballot better reflects the will of the people. He criticizes coercion and pledges to oppose saloon interests while urging good government through fair voting.
The Shankland bill urged as a petition measure to let people vote on a liquor issue faces defeat or minor success. Prohibition districts call it pro liquor, saloon districts see it as a prohibition stunt. Supporters insist secret ballots let the people decide. The notion of voting for or against measures by petition is challenged as old and flawed.
Ames Times argues for a clean proposal on petition integrity and proposes four laws to criminalize withdrawing a name from a petition after submission. The piece stipulates bipartisan application to all questions where petitions are required.
The Sioux City Journal notes Waterloo has not yet decided on the Shankland land bill but predicts a pro bill result. It laments springtime orchard damage from rabbits, arguing protection for young apple trees benefits men’s disposition and finances.
A collection of humorous misstatements and misreadings from sermons and a courtroom scene. A minister jokes about a communion service, pastors describe fundraising plans, a curate mocks proud dress, a missionary college prayer yields a playful reply, and a juror scene features Buck the defendant and a crowd of black onlookers. The piece preserves retro dialect and racial tension while presenting lighthearted mishaps.
A Cleveland mother recalls telling five year old Harold he must sleep alone, insisting he could be a "big brave boy" though the child fears the dark. She notes his reply about trying and waiting for morning, highlighting parental tactics to curb daytime dependence.
A Philadelphia Record note recounts a fifth form assignment where girls drafted 250 word essays about a motorcar. One student wrote about an uncle buying a car, riding to the country, and the vehicle breaking down, with the uncle attempting repairs while the rest of his speech in town remains unwritten.
A humorous vignette from Lippincott's Magazine features a flirtatious exchange where a suitor sends 60 chocolates, the girl teases jealousy, and a neighbor greets a young father who quips about Fradee and a boy, noting two grandmothers have agreed to arbitrate.
A quirky dialogue hints at heredity and marriage into a judge’s family. Powell asserts belief in heredity while joking about marrying the daughter of a judge and dealing with law in daily life.
Pure and Pleasant of King's New Discovery promises quick and permanent relief for coughs and colds. The testimonial claims it cures bronchial and lung affections, with millions of bottles sold annually and a money back guarantee. A Joliet, Illinois testimonial highlights dramatic cough relief.
Advert copied praise for Chamberlain Cough Remedy claiming it prevents pneumonia from colds and offers a free trial. It also touts Dr King’s New Discovery as a remedy for coughs and lung ailments with user testimonials from J Ro Wells of Floydada Texas and S P Williants.
A fragment suggests Russian peasant girls sell hair for under a dollar a pound, earning $12 to $15 in the London market. The item notes a London trade and includes assorted quotations and ad-like lines about cures and products, with a remark about a banquet and a speech.
A fragmentary item discusses Asolo in Treviso northern Italy noted for Browning inspired verses, mentioning a cathedral, ruined aqueduct, and Catherine Cornaro palace nearby. The text then shifts to an advertisement for a skin remedy, promising cure for eczema and skin diseases and naming a Kennedy agent.
An old ad era note extols footstools for women with well shod feet and mothers, touting straw craft and heady fashion. It links poor digestion and worry to beach troubles and recommends Chamberlain’s Stomach and Liver Pills, sold by WS Shadde & Co, as a cure.
A scientific authority traces the urge to eat dirt to people across the world and identifies common motivations behind this unusual practice. The report notes the behavior appears in many regions and lacks a single cultural origin.
An advertisement promotes Moeritol Rheumatoid Rub powder as a cure for rheumatism by neutralising uric acid in blood. It claims the product is easy to take and effective. J. J. Rlopp is listed as the exclusive local agent.
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