The Soldier's Wife and War's Ends in Acton
A fragment from Ethal Talbot recalls a wife and children awaiting a soldier's return, imagining he may be wounded and never coming home while the family holds faith and hope. The piece shifts to advertising provocations urging readers toward liquor and civic questions about being wet or dry, then to moral anecdotes and a preacher's tale about debt.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peraleta
Ita
Aldea
Lhovey
Detroit
Tharli
Hore Hahroity
Moritauy
Germany
Goll
Intorat
Fragmentary Local Tale of Town Mischief and Rumors
In a misty New England town an evening of vague mischief unfolds around a vaudeville style show and rumors at a school. Characters debate propriety while a weary manager contemplates unusual acts as townsfolk discuss hunger and discipline at family dinners.
How Much Would You Do Joe For College
Uncle Phil challenges Joe's work ethic as a farmer's son, recalling his older siblings and the pressures of education. The dialogue reveals a harsh view of labor over schooling, highlighting Joe's doubts about prep school and college.
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Joo
Wolfe
Uncle Phil
Uncle Phill
Joe'u
Tralia
Ten Angels
Laura
Hia
Tole
Rajolosd Tila Uote
M-Bay
Uncle Po
Two Women Saved From Operations
Readable letters from Edmonton Alberta and Beatrice Nebraska recount women spared from surgery by Lydia Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound. One patient suffered organ inflammation and bed confinement before claiming regained health after three bottles. The Beatrice case notes severe side pain treated without operation, with continued health and two children.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edmonton
Alberta
Dan
Lydia Pinkham
Rck
Lydis E. Pinkham
Pinkham
Franx Ewanyy
Columbia Avenue
Beatrice
Umea
Lydia
Ava
Casin
Distinctive report on college hall guard at Wellesley fire aftermath
An aged watchman prevents a party from entering College Hall after a great fire at Wellesley. Visitors argue they will assume all responsibility, while the guard urges them to stay out, amid tension and cautious dialogue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Usarulaa
Collage Hall
Wellesley Net
Dale
Fletcher's Toria Toria Ad Claims Health Tonic
Fragmented advert claims a vegetable liver and digestion tonic named Fletcher's Toria Toria will regulate the stomach and liver, restore health, and support digestion. It urges readers to use the product and follow its advice, quoting anecdotal benefits and family usage.
Milburn's Nerve Pills Endorsed By Patient Letter
A testimonial from Mr. Y of Hamilton Ontario describes severe illness and paralysis, claiming Milburn's Nerve Pills offered relief after over two years of treatment with no success. The letter promotes the pills and lists price and mail order details from Olivara Co Limited.
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Milburn
Bd v. Olivara Co, Limited
Looking Yndian Tale Describes Look Yedlan Trick
In a quirky tale Aunt Alloo and family search a hall for a missing item. Harold explains the playful ritual of looking for objects by patting the floor and upholding a superstition that Indians and plainsmen always say look Tadlan to reveal what is lost.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alloo
Ant Allos
Warold
Alice
Milburns Laxa-Liver Pills Claim Quick Constipation Cure
A Toronto mail order ad features Milburns Laxa-Liver Pills claiming to cure long standing constipation. A Manchester Ontario reader reports relief after three vials, praising the medicine for regulating bile and bowel regularity. Each vial costs $1.00 and can be bought from dealers or ordered directly from The T Milburn Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Milburd
T. Milburn Co
United
Toronto
Carrot Germination Trick and Fall Plant Notes
A jumbled item offers a home garden tip: cut a carrot, place in water with the top exposed, and in short order green shoots appear. It also mentions Mother Graves Works Externalator, a druggist source for Color LIndussa, and a quip about ducks in Chile. The text is noisy with ad-like lines and literary references.
Constantly Troubled By Boils Patent Medicine Ad
A garbled advertorial fragment touts cures for boils with claim of quick relief using patent medicines. It references two bottles of a remedy and mentions bad blood as a cause, noting production by The T Milburns Co Limited in Porato Ost with dubious dosing and customer testimonials.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Burdork Wand
T. Milburs Co, Limited
Fragmented Observations on Sky and Serenity
A reflective meditation on cloud forms and celestial harmony. The prose evokes a tranquil skyscape and inner peace, contrasting life’s flaws with the universe’s beauty. It suggests patience, faith, and acceptance while inviting contemplation of day and night.
Childrens War Play Mock Battle At Home
Willie pretends to fight with toy soldiers and a mother questions him about playing war with George Brown. Willie explains they pretend to be Germans and Belgians, shouting patriotic lines from Pearson's Weekly.
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Willie
Baother
Bellalo
Patriotio
Pearson's Weekly
Library plot confusion in a New England village tale
A quirky scene unfolds in a village free library where a young woman seeks a real sensible book not romance or sensational tales. The librarian, amid garbled country talk, hints at Robertson Cruve and other adventures, while a buyer desires authentic literature rather than soap opera fiction.
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Hhrarlang
Whartoa
New England
Alory
Matanar
Abe
Theory and Practice of Applying Good Theories
A discussion contrasts theory with practical application in business, noting many theories fail when used in real tasks. It cites Awoll Hutchings driving a point about effective execution, and warns that manner of expression can alienate friends or enemies.
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Tata
Ellen Ralata
Lest Cholera Strikes Infants and Aids to Constipation Cure
Fragments warn mothers against overwatching infants during hot summers as cholera kills many. A letter recalls a family near Prosser Brook and a doctor miles away. The text touts Dr Vowler's Wild Strawberries Extract and marketing limits, advertising prices in cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Algan
Mr. Gee
W. Garland
Prosser Brook
Joe
Mothers Value Dr Thomas Koleotrla Oil
Mothers, who know how sudden croup threatens children, value prompt relief. They keep Dr. Thomas Koleotrla Oil on hand, believing it best for treating the ailment. The tale notes mothers’ experience and the oil’s perceived usefulness, despite imperfect phrasing.
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Thomas
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Ethal Talbot
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Castoria
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Tha Viaitos
Paladalphia
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Tnlalaury
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Toria
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John Bt. Bouth
Hamilton
Milburs
Withurn
Tha Chaapadis
Stewie
Gillett
Tcompany
Weing
Eatian
Infantum
Vowley
Dr. Vowler
Mubura Co
Eens Wilson
Tiaras
Ely
Inseam
Nées
Uisinie Sadie Edict
Montreallnew York
Tiwact
Weapper
Canada
Empire Typewriter Co
Adelaide
Weed Yoronto, Ont
Acton
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le Caande
Helehvs Fonds
F. A. Maclean
Acton’s Electric
B.B. Caldwell
Acton, Ont
Ic. C. Speicht
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Pandora
Heatera
C.C. Speight Mill Street
R. Milligan
Ait and
Young Stresty
QTR
Ryomptty
Farmoer
Grand Trunk Railway
Paiener
Harris & Co., Limited
Robt
Noble, Ltd
National
Plymouth
Mlepliont
J. R. Livingstone Husrigger To
HICK
Will Gieset
Aeton
Rien
Williams Mill
Willems
George Hall
Charyge
Amurose McCann
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