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Newspaper
Warren Mail
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 25, 1906
Page
9
The paper’s Pattern Department offers two shirtwaist suit patterns Nos 5499 and 5530 with duchess front closures and gathered sleeves. Sizes range waist 22 to 42 inches and bust 32 to 42 inches. required fabric varies by project. price ten cents each with mail order via a coupon.
Pattern No 5455-8262 describes a black on white check suit with green broadcloth trim and black silk cord loops. It features a surplice waist, dainty lace chemisette, high collar, and a full box-pleated eight gore skirt. Materials listed include chiffon broadcloth etamine and serge.
A Rural New Yorker correspondent describes root pruning in peach trees planted in crowbar holes. Deep tap roots form and reach near water level, improving drought tolerance compared with surface-rooted trees, though early growth may be slow.
A compact aphorism notes an egotist is a man who points with pride highlighting self regard and vanity as defining traits.
A Farm Journal quotation encourages perseverance when life brings adversity. It notes that a person’s true worth is shown by how they respond to pain and setbacks, using the example of someone grimacing after fingers are pinched in a door of difficulty.
The note advises that early fruit not indicate value. If two crops are poor, graft or destroy the tree to prevent wasted effort.
A congressman recounts Indiana's unique path to statehood and its first presidential electoral votes cast before admission. He notes Indiana adopted a constitution on June 16 1816 and became a state December 11 1816, electing a governor, legislature, and two U S senators in between. The New York Sun summary highlights Henry Clay's ruling that prevented further action when a New York representative challenged Indiana's eligibility. Indiana's three votes went to James Monroe.
A Detroit Free Press quip contrasts beauty culture with intellect, noting humor in the era's gender topic as readers discuss whether women should pursue beauty trends or cultivate brains.
A Chicago Tribune snippet quotes critics arguing stable currency cannot back a garage economy, contrasting beliefs in stability with a demand for practical financial backing for everyday assets.
A brief quip notes Chesterfield, our half back, repeatedly saying Pardon may I pass so fast the opponent could not score. The line captures a humorous turn in a football game memory from the time.
British naval officers who entertained the French fleet at Portsmouth were promised crosses by the French government but received only souvenir paper knives as tokens of thanks.
Across New York Cleveland Toledo East Buffalo and Pittsburgh the Jan 24 1906 markets show flour and grain prices steady to dull with wheat at 9% to 894c, corn around 45 to 51%c, oats 33 to 40%c, and livestock values with hogs 5.80 to 6.25 and cattle and lambs differing by city.
Henry Vignaud of the American embassy in Paris recalls a visitor who tours Napoleon’s tomb. The guide describes a 40 ton sarcophagus with nested metal and wood containers. The American asks to be cable notified if Napoleon ever escapes, at his expense.
An old advertisement from John A. Salter Seed Co announces a special Salzer’s Bargain Seed Book. It offers free seed to grow three tons of grass on a farm, with bargain prices on seeds and a package ofCosmos flowers for remittance of 4 cents. The notice is directed to farmers in La Crosse Wisconsin and surrounding areas.
Fragmentary dialogue between Miss Gumwell and Mr Spoonall referenced in the Chicago Tribune. The quote alludes to possible romance and a prior inquiry about affection linked to a Brad Street listing. No clear event or人物 beyond the quoted exchange.
Druggists refund money if Pazo OINTMENT fails to cure in Stol 4 days. 50¢ Also notes on pain relief oils and humorous quips from Chicago Daily News and Puck.
A Missouri theft trial about a bushel of pawpaws sparks jury questions. Prosecutor challenges jurors who like pawpaws as biased by temptation, while defense objects that those who dislike them lack fair judgment. A jury of men who never tasted pawpaws is seated.
A Portland opinion framing etiquette as a mask and barrier versus courtesy as genuine feeling. It contrasts acquired social polish with spontaneous courtesy and argues law versus justice in human conduct.
A Chicago woman with long standing hand sores found no relief from three doctors. After using Cuticura Soap and Ointment her sores began to peel within three days and cleared, allowing continued work in a dye house.
A dialogue mocks moon habitation arguing a crescent moon would be empty and asks where people would go. The excerpt then shifts to domestic humor noting sausage and buckwheat cakes make a perfect breakfast. A remark about a woman needing to be quite fat to enjoy early horseback riding follows.
A reader from Trinity Springs Indiana questions Piso's Cure for Consumption claiming no equal for colds and noting the need more than a buoyant nature to maintain appearances. The message is dated February with illegible year initials.
The Nickel Plate Road highlights comfort and care for travelers with colored porters in uniform, clean cars, Pullman sleepers on all trains, and an excellent dining service with club meals or à la carte. Tickets from La Salle Street Chicago. General Agent J Y Calahan at 111 Adams Street, Chicago. The Chicago Record Herald notes a widow’s stance on remarriage.
An old amusing ad note claims a single day cure with Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets and promises refunds if it fails. It asserts E W Groves signature on each box and ends with a humorous quip about zeal outrunning discretion and travel.
Henry Soule of Hammondsport New York recounts kidney trouble twenty years ago with backache gravel dizziness and severe urinary disorders. After using Dean's Kidney Pills he recovered eight years ago and has stayed well since. Sold by FosterMilburn Co Buffalo NY priced 50 cents a box.
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