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Newspaper
Williston Graphic
Location
Williston, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
May 20, 1898
Page
3
A coarse voiced man creates a scene in a barber shop by boasting and shouting insults while being shaved. He feigns authority, ridicules others, and clashes with barbers as the proprietor shrugs off the uproar and jokes about money made from gentlemen. The tale echoes a Detroit Free Press narrative.
A Nebraska City physician extols Peruna, noting extensive use over two years and many cured cases. Dr Niehart and Dr Sanders praise the remedy for mucous membranes and heart valve issues, urging readers to request a free chronic catarrh book from Hartman Drug Manufacturing.
Jim and his mother dodge pursuers after the death of a captain and treasure chest at Admiral Benbow. They shelter under the bank as the blind beggar and his crew hunt the chest, while neighbors refuse aid and the clock ticks toward ten as danger closes in.
Peter C Tomson of Philadelphia directs residuary income to care for city workmen. A Gilman Page portrait of Gen Neal Daw gifted to Portland mayor's office. A three year old Kentucky girl in bourbon country noted for song. A stained glass memorial for John Hampden in Hampden church. Mme Leniaire appointed botanical drawing professor in Paris Jardin des Plantes. Captain St C Clipperton to retire after 40 years service. Queen Victoria fond of Scott poems and recitals. Isaac A Shepard will provides two weeks pay for long time employees.
The piece discusses a French analysis on declining births in Massachusetts and the U.S. future, linking birth-rate drops to individualism and democratic ideals. It cites Arne Dumont, Bertillon, and Massachuset s statistics, noting immigration impacts and differing European rates. It also mentions historical birth trends in France, Germany, Austria, England, and Italy, with commentary on American immigration from Austria Hungary Italy Poland and Russia.
A long piece touts Dr Ayer's Sarsaparilla as a cure for blood disorders and chronic diseases citing physician endorsements and numerous cures. It notes halting claims of catarrh and other conditions, extols testimonials and promises money back, while weaving in various product pitches and unrelated ads.
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