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Newspaper
Wilson Mirror
Location
Wilson, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Sep 26, 1888
Page
3
A jumble of anecdotes includes a Sydney solicitor chase for a debtor in England, a couple heir to 30000, and curious scenes from Maine deer and wolves history. Reports cover a Long Lake thunderball apparition, railroad growth in the South, and peculiar animal tales across the U S.
The Price Current criticizes private watchmen for causing fires, noting fires are often detected by others and arguing that watchmen claim to have passed the scene minutes before with no sign of flame. The piece suggests watchmen, trusted to be truthful, may accidentally start fires with pipes or matches.
In Crescoville a lightning strike damaged a maple at Miner Cresco’s home. A dead black snake lay beneath the tree with a robin in its mouth. The tree’s robin nest housed three young birds, two of which survived as a boy climbed the tree.
Francis O'Reilly of 18 Prince Street New York extols Allcock's Plasters as chest protectors and tonics after forty two years in livery and hacking. He credits the plasters with warding off cold rheumatism back and side pains and notes long personal use and household supply. His wife and daughter also use them for weak back and are impressed.
Several high church figures including the Bishop of Ripon and the Dean of Windsor have discarded clerical gaiters in a striking costume gesture. The commentary argues that affectation in dress has become common in church circles.
Description of nasal catarrh with symptoms including nasal obstruction, watery purulent discharges, Eye irritation and altered voice. Warns that many cases lead to consumption and death. Claims a $500 reward for a cure failure by Dr Sage’s Catarrh Remedy and notes remedy cost.
Miss Braddon is fifty years old and has authored fifty stories. The note highlights her longevity and prolific output in a concise biographical line.
A mandarin in a palanquin praises Ivory Soap during a humorous exchange about laundry. He warns that many white soaps claim equal quality but are counterfeit, urging buyers to insist on Ivory Soap to avoid inferior products and legal penalties.
An advertisement claims Dr. Pierce’s Favorite Prescription offers safe care for disorders of the female reproductive system, aiding modest women who avoid doctor visits. It asserts the medicine targets women’s weaknesses and guarantees satisfaction with a refund if not.
The Empress of Japan is described as a diligent learner, studying German Russian French and Italian. Her linguistic pursuits reflect broad cultural engagement and scholarly interests.
A persuasive ad promotes Kemp's Balsam for the throat and lungs as a guaranteed remedy for coughs colds asthma croup and related troubles. It offers a free sample from any druggist and notes the large bottle costs 50 cents and one dollar.
Reports from Berlin indicate Prince Bismarck is gravely ill with severe health and mental strain. Observers note his condition has worsened, affecting public duties and family matters.
An old advertisement extols Dr Pierce’s Pleasant Purgative Pellets for purging, claiming they replace large legacy pills. The copy uses a rhyme about Jack and Jill and asserts growing popularity and effectiveness.
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