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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 02, 1907
Page
8
Bronchial coughs vex sufferers with weather changes and drafts. Hy-o-mei medicated air claims to reach nose throat and lungs, soothe mucous membranes, and cure bronchitis as a local treatment. Lemmon's Pharmacy offers a money back guarantee if unsatisfied, with a full bottle priced at $1.00.
A descriptive note details the loon as a large, rapid-swimming diver found across northern states. It covers its awkward on land, powerful underwater dives, diet of aquatic life and plant roots, nesting in marshes with grass piles, and seasonal range from Long Island and Chesapeake shores to Maine breeding grounds. A lake specimen once tied to a fisherman's line at Seneca Lake reportedly dived nearly 100 feet.
Notice assures Foley's Honey and Tar cough remedy is not subject to the National Pure Food and Drug law as it contains no opiates or harmful drugs. Sold by all druggists.
The piece urges pursuing a new field during spare time to refresh the mind. It cites Lucy Larcom and mill workers using newspapers for inspiration, and suggests bird study, language learning, history, or a favorite author to brighten days and broaden horizons.
Our little boy suffered eczema for five years with lung involvement. After failing with two home doctors and others, Electric Watters was tried and quickly improved. Several bottles were used and the boy was completely cured. Guaranteed at Stewart's pharmacy for 50 cents.
The article advises applying olive oil freely without rubbing to reduce extensive skin discoloration. Absorbent cotton soaked in the oil should be applied, and if the skin is broken, a small amount of boric acid should be used over the abrasion. A black eye may return to normal within a few hours.
Rev Joseph Corden of Beloit Episcopal Church told the Religious Fellowship Congress that Chicago is ruled by thieves crafters and criminals and praised relief to the poor over church stones. He attacked Rockefeller and Carnegie for stifling criticism with large gifts and warned of a looming revolution if reforms are not made.
Judge Hastings will be asked to annul the marriage of Donald C tamm aged 17 of New London and Delvina Delmaris of Marinette after they eloped on Thanksgiving Day to Menominee Michigan declaring they were over 21. C tamm’s banker father pursued them but arrived too late to stop the wedding.
Alexander Benton of Fort Edward New York recounts how Dr Kings New Discovery cured his asthma years ago and helped his son's wife recover from incipient consumption. He praises its cough and cold power and notes Stewart's Pharmacy fully guarantees the remedy with options 50 cents one dollar and a free trial bottle.
A young woman, a former Troyes servant, was found dead in a pine forest near Maisons sur Marne. Noted as starved and exhausted after walking toward Reims in severe weather, there were no signs of violence.
Mrs. S Joyce of 180 Sullivan Street Claremont New Hampshire says Foley's Kidney Cure cured a severe kidney trouble after years of problems. She praises the medicine as grand and good and recommends it to others. Sold by all druggists.
A death row inmate in Auburn receives progressive prison visits from women, including a Brooklyn reformer who delivers magazines and periodicals. She pledges more reading material, but the inmate asks why bring continued stories since his execution is set for Friday.
A short ad notes Cham berlain's Pain Balm as a remedy for sprains. It claims quick cure with liberal bathing of the affected area and absolute rest. Sold by Cook and Sherman.
Chicago News notes a humorous hotel complaint about meals with the line promoting Sunday trips to Peoria via the Iowa Central Railway. The program runs May 5 with a round trip of 2.00 dollars, departing Brighton at 6 40 a m and returning from Peoria at 6 30 p m, inviting local agents for details.
A young girl Marjorie imagines a journey with Rough and Kitty to Fairyland in a May garden. They cross a stream with a frog helper and explore a vivid, magical world before waking to the kitchen and a comforting lullaby from her mother.
The Chicago News explains that Kentucky blue grass appears green, not blue, and clarifies the name. The blue tint is a myth due to a blue limestone layer beneath the region, which enriches the soil and grass.
Alexander succeeded to the Macedonian throne at twenty one and died at thirty two. In about twelve years he brought Greek states under control crushed Darius and the Persians crossed the Indus and defeated Porus. He was a conqueror and sought to weld diverse lands into a single empire.
A Boston dog Nep enjoys solo downhill sled coasts then returns to top with the dragged sled. In New York a pet dog is sworn witness in a theft case, barking joyfully when freed to indicate his true owner. A farmer’s dog helps churn butter but runs away each Monday, forcing capture on Sundays.
The article observes cattle grazing around lark nests without disturbing them, leaving a protective green wall around the nest. A lark avoids ground activity near her nest, and travels up to a hundred yards away before covertly returning to tend her brood, often nesting in cornfields yet seldom alighting in the same spot.
A brief childlike verse from the Philadelphia Ledger describes three fluffy spring chickens peering at eggshells with curious wonder. The whimsical piece evokes a light, rural mood in a newspaper column.
The universal standard catalogue lists 20,496 known postage stamp varieties issued by all governments. America accounts for 4,668, Europe 4,361, Asia 4,856, and Africa 4,469.
A British legation member recalls the late shah of Persia at a Park Lane dinner appraising women as livestock. He assigns sheep values to various beauties, but declares Mrs Willie James priceless, saying no man owns enough sheep to value her.
The Chicago Record-Herald notes a Kansas man was swept up by a cyclone and carried six miles. He bit off the end of his tongue upon landing but suffered no other injuries. The scene is kept light with a breezy, clipped account.
An old ad touts Dr King’s New Life Pills from Stewart's pharmacy as a gentle remedy to keep bowels regular. It claims the appendix won’t be troubled and offers a 25 cent purchase price with a guaranteed effect.
William Willey of Minneapolis despondent over his wife’s death drank chloroform at Janesville Wisconsin and will probably die. The American Association baseball season opened today. Prince Nicholas of Montenegro has accepted the resignation of the entire cabinet. A heavy Gaeta Italy storm disrupts Edward and Victor Emmanuel meeting with the town needle unable to decorate.
Jews in New York are building foundations of a nation with an international ruler and congress. The movement has about 4,000 members locally and similar numbers elsewhere, inaugurated only weeks ago. Delegates will soon travel to Russia Germany France England and other countries to recruit supporters.
Washington May 2 rumor circles around Comptroller of the Treasury H J Tracewell of Indiana. Backed by Vice President Fairbanks and Senator Hemenway he is said to retire to private life. The president and Secretary Cartelyou refuse discussion. office conduct appears satisfactory to the administration.
G W Cloyd of Plunk Missouri escaped with a finger wound after a jimson bar injures his thumb. The doctor urged amputation but he treated it with Bucklen Amica Salve which he credits with curing the wound. Stewart's pharmacy sells it for 25 cents.
Round trip to Minneapolis and St Paul for four dollars on the Iowa Central Railway. Depart Saturday May 18. See local agent for details.
Iowa Central Ry offers round trip tickets to Los Angeles and San Francisco from April 25 to May 28 with return by July 31 at one fare. Travel via any direct route, return via another direct route with stopovers allowed. Inquiries to A B Cutts G P T A Minneapolis May 18.
Arlo H a pacing stallion stands at A H McElwain's barn for a limited mare service until June 1 or mid month. Fee is 20 dollars. Pedigree notes his sire Ganzoo and dam Leota with lines to Gam betta Wilkes and Wagner's Bashaw. Stands 15 hands 3 inches tall and about 1100 pounds.
The four year old Standard bred bay stallion Gipsey Chief stands 16 hands 1 inch and weighs 1250 pounds. Sired by Onward Chief and Onward 1411, dam Lady Wilson by Gipsey Boy. He will cover mares at my barn four miles east of Washington during the 1907 season.
Horse breeders are urged that trotting bred stock excels foreign coach horses for light harness work. Gipsey Chief is rated superior among many road stallions, offered at 812.50 for a live colt. Mares sold incur forfeited insurance and payment becomes due. care is taken but not responsible for accidents. The horse will be at Marbourg and Helwick's each Saturday afternoon for inspection. Martin Swill Jr. owns and keeps the horse.
Real estate notes from Minneapolis Minnesota advertise farm land bargains. G. P. and T. A. Cutts present deals and contact points for buyers seeking agricultural plots in the region.
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