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Newspaper
Webster City Tribune
Location
Webster City, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 21, 1908
Page
3
The advertorial claims Syrup of Figs and Elixir of Senna is a safe, pleasant laxative that cleanses and relieves internal organs without debilitating after effects. It emphasizes natural action, physician approval, and urges buyers to purchase only the California Fig Syrup Co. product from leading druggists.
A mother recalls her baby with constant scratching from eczema, despite doctors. She credits Cuticura Soap and Ointment for a full recovery in three months, praising the products and sharing the address in St. Louis, May 2 and 20, 1907.
A tall tramp in a green shirt mocks political meetings as fake while his companion complains of an overflow meeting that had no overflow at all. An ad touts Defilance Starch for home laundry and proper shirt stiffness. The Methodist Times reports $2,200 given to aged ministers and widows funds.
Leesburg Virginia resident Maude FE Yorgh reports she suffered months from feminine ills and nearly gave up. After using Lydia E Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound and following the prescribed treatment she says she feels strong again and thanks Mrs Pinkham.
An advertisement touts Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound as a thirty year standard remedy for female ailments including displacements inflammation ulcers fibroid tumors irregularities and nervous prostration. Mrs Pinkham invites sick women to write for advice at Lynn Massachusetts.
Governor Cummins issues a statement inviting input from all Republican factions as to the senatorial succession. He says no progressive caucus will be called and decisions will follow the August 25 general conference of Republican leaders. He will act as governor and take responsibility, seeking counsel from friends and foes alike while aiming to promote good government and party interests.
The monthly report of Chief of Detectives ML Johnston to Council shows $1,022 worth of property recovered and returned. Detectives made 36 arrests, capturing five men wanted in other cities and six fugitives from Des Moines arrested in other jurisdictions.
Charles W. Hodge known as Pexas was pardoned by Governor Cummins after 33 citizens signed a petition. He served four and a half months of a one year jail term for selling lottery tickets and had been arrested in February and sentenced in April. He then held the position of trusty at the county jail.
Springfield Illinois August 18 Governor Deneen issued six proclamations offering rewards totaling 1200 dollars for the arrest and conviction of rioters who killed and injured residents during a recent outbreak. Militia and police continued patrols and urged witnesses to come forward to help convict those responsible.
In Traverse City Michigan on August 18 three are dead a dozen or more missing and presumed drowned two fatally injured and several others seriously hurt after the steamer Lewisnan exploded on Carp Jake yesterday.
Berlin August 18 The expected visit of David Lloyd George British chancellor of the exchequer stirs speculation that Britain will seek naval curbs. Observers believe his talks may aim at reducing military outlays by reaching an accord with Germany on armament reductions.
A Bible study piece examines the bond between Jonathan and David from 1 Samuel. It highlights Jonathan as noble and selfless, David as brave and faithful, and their friendship as a model of love, sacrifice, and providential guidance expressed through courtly gifts, defense of David, and covenantal loyalty.
Mrs. James M. Long of Staunton Virginia testifies Doan’s Kidney Pills cured her backache and urinary troubles on January 31 1903 and four and a half years later says she has had no kidney trouble since Her statement reiterates the relief and sellers remain 60 cents a box Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY
Mr. Jug gins and Mrs. Juggins discuss a summer shopping total of 99.90 for three Merry Widows in pink green and mauve. Mrs. Juggins lists items while Mr. Juggins remarks on the near hundred dollar amount and finishing touches.
The article notes Defiance Starch provides one third more starch per package than competitors for the same price, proving good and cheap quality. It also mentions the American Friends' board plans to extend its mission work from Cuba to Palestine Mexico and Japan.
The article argues Peruna contains two kinds of remedies for catarrh and tonics. It notes chronic catarrh affects many body parts and that Peruna lists its principal active constituents for scrutiny. It emphasizes decades of physician experience and the remedy’s advertising transparency.
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