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Newspaper
Washburn Times
Location
Washburn, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Feb 20, 1908
Page
2
A columnist argues for a national scheme to insure all bank deposits and back bank notes with federal support. He estimates a 0.15 percent annual tax on average deposits would cover losses, prevent panics, and curb risky bank practices while safeguarding the public and economy.
Chronic constipation warning and Urino Laxative Fruit Syrup promotion claim relief by aiding digestion and stimulating liver and bowels. Urino Laxative touted as gentle and pleasant with immediate improvement promises. Refuses substitutes.
A humorous fragment from Chicago News shows Gladys asking her Grandmother to kneel so she can draw an elephant while fondly noting the playful dynamic. The quotation also includes a pithy aphorism about money, and ancient lines about blessedness.
An old Exchange note claims birds show extraordinary muscular power with an eagle lifting a pig, and describes the ostrich kick as capable of breaking a man’s thigh or a horse’s leg, illustrating remarkable animal strength.
A playful reminiscence contrasts old fashioned courting in country lanes with modern life. The father recalls gathering daisies and walking, while the son notes they now travel by auto and chase momentum.
Dialogue humor shows Beggs asking what to say to a wife when arriving late. Jaggs retorts a foolish man and questions whether he even has a chance to talk.
The ad claims Realth Coffee is the closest imitation ever produced by Dr. Shoop of Racine. It asserts no real coffee is used and that the substitute is made from toasted cereal with malt and nuts. The maker says coffee flavor without long boiling and promises a minute brew.
Advertising claim states Dean's Ointment stops eczema spread instantly relieves itching and cures it permanently at any drug store.
Joel Chandler Harris presents cornmeal as a versatile daily staple with recipes for breakfast batter cakes waffles muffins porridge grits corn pone dumplings hoecake and supper dishes served with buttermilk greens gravy and ham juice. The piece celebrates simple meals to ease laborers and families after work.
An Oversight. Chappie awakes in his apartments in pink pajamas, lamenting a restless night. Alphonse suggests the cause, noting the trouserines of the pajamas were not creased, since the prepared ones hung across the foot of the bed.
A witty exchange shows Mrs Hall complimenting a gown at a reception. She praises the look, says it was a dream, and admits she nearly mistook the gown wearer for someone else. A London Telegraph quip contrasts female cleverness with labor division.
An 19th century advertisement argues cosmetics fail to improve skin. It claims purity of blood via a healthy liver cures sallowness and greasiness. Green's August Flower is said to cleanse blood, relieve constipation and biliousness, calm nerves, and aid sleep. Trial and regular bottle pricing is listed by Art Frost & Spies.
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