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Newspaper
Vindicator And Republican
Location
Estherville, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 13, 1909
Page
6
The Class of 1879 presented a large flag to Professor Arthur Latham Perry, famed free trader, to adorn his house. He praised the gift, later the flag hung behind the head table at their reunion. A separate note recalls a teacher and a boy’s sly moral reform tale from Sunday lessons.
A confusing fragment describes a child at Sunday school during a year without presets being given away and a trust issue involved. The text hints at a dispute about fees or conditions but lacks concrete details or names.
A Wells Maine resident describes years of nervous collapse from travel, two nervous prostrations, and sleepless worry. The ad touts Dr Miles Restorative Nervine as a remedy, claiming it rebuilds the nervous system and restores organ harmony, with a money back guarantee if no benefit.
A Parisian movement of high society women forms the Anti-Corset League to protest tight lacing and the corset. They vow to abandon their stays, promote the cause, and distribute 60,000 pamphlets on the harms of corsets. Prominent sympathizers include Marcel Prevost and M. Passy, with many doctors backing the effort, though enrollment runs slowly.
The prodigal sun weary of huska diet joins the church after repentance. Sisters debate his desirability with Mrs Straightlace calling him a bunco leerer. Mrs Up-to-date notes his aid for church fairs as a wise Latin quips about tastes.
A visitor taunts with a joke about chickens while Mr. Sirius Harker responds that such meals are occasionally enjoyed. The exchange hints at neighborly tension as the phrase those chickens are not be the ext amok keep out to get even with the neighbura appears in dialogue.
The society column notes the closing of a stately hall bedroom for a two week season of residence in two palatial tents in Kane City Journal.
Readable fragments hint at a literary debate on vengeance in Petrarch with a provocative proposed title Jett le wolien. The text suggests tension between legacy and reimagining classic themes in early modern poetry.
A and humorous exchange features a man with iridescent whiskers and a green handkerchief telling a riddle to a service clerk. The dialogue riffs on corruption and cabality, contrasting a police officer with civil service work while the punchline hints at elusive cleverness.
A brief note reflects a Latin proverb about friendship with the prosperous. It centers on the idea that many friends align with wealth, signaling social ties around affluence and status.
A reader, Francis KH Dobensky of Emmetsburg, recounts relief from backache and urinary issues after using Dean's Kidney Pills. He credits improved kidney function and pain reduction, urging others to try the remedy via local Williams & Anderson's drug store. Foster-Milburn Co. distributes in the U.S. for 50 cent price.
A Boston Globe reader describes making four useful hassock frames from a soap box using a diagram, tin can strips, and simple tools. He details cutting shaping joining, and finishing, noting the result as neat, durable, and practical, plus a practical baking oven dripping pan to catch overflow.
The article notes a fashion shift back toward taffeta petticoats as soft materials dominate skirts. It describes fitted satin or chiffon taffeta petticoats with lingerie ruffles, embroidered lace, and non bulky options like messaline and sun plaited styles. A veil fitting tip follows, advising adjustments with hairpins for a smooth, lasting drape.
Remedy for light scars involves daily friction after thorough toning, a warm bath, and a preparation of iodine crushed with olive oil rubbed into the scar once daily with a reverse direction. The text also notes new sleeveless coats cut generously under the arms with cord closures instead of bands.
The bank highlights loaning as a chief function and revenue source. With capital and surplus of 120000 and deposits near 360000, it claims ample facilities for depositors. It invites nondepositors to join and use the bank when in need.
A letter from A A Chrisholm of Treadwell N K praises Electric Bitters as a cure for indigestion liver trouble and nervous debility. Other items note a 1908 drop in Japanese porcelain and exports to China while Mats and refined sugar rise. Foley’s Honey and Tar is cited as a safe cough remedy. 100,000 children succumb yearly to diphtheria TB and scarlet fever. giraffes and elephants unlikely to be exterminated in Africa per Selous.
A Washington Star quip jokes that appendicitis lets a doctor open a man and empty his bank account. The Youth's Companion notes describe hot air polishing to produce quick metal shine. Foley's Kidney Remedy ad urges early treatment for kidney trouble to prevent Bright's disease.
La Salle Station central to downtown Chicago offers convenient access with Rock Island Lines. The terminal sits within minutes of La Salle Station, highlighting a key transit link in the city.
Historic advertisement claims Dr A W Chase Kidney and Liver Pills cure kidney disease and constipation. A testimonial from W M Bago of Driftwood Pa describes improved health and passing an insurance exam after using the pills. The piece notes price and availability through dealers and Dr A W Chase Medicine Co Buffalo NY. Peculiar view on money ends the fragment.
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