Toronto Motel Keeper's Plea on Tax Burden and Liquor Laws
A letter to the editor argues that motel keepers and the hotel industry face unfair taxes supporting saloons and prohibition, calling for reforms to reduce per capita tax burdens. The writer compares hotel and local option towns, claiming конт that travelers receive less value for higher costs. He cites broader social costs from alcohol and urges action to curb excessive taxation. The letter also includes promotional ads for unrelated remedies and products.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Toronto
Keapar
Ff O'Nlack
United
Avery
Cours
Vom Publia
Fara
Prohibition
Sabhor
Gaveral
Callad
Leapare
Boalasaa
Hotal Keopera
Kespera
Adelnesa
Olasa
Nana Hotel
Lotola
H. Arnott, MB
Trench Suellany and Wartime Verse Parody
A fragmented wartime piece recounts Joseph Wynn leading Canadian troops to the front with a cavalry pastiche and trench parody. The text blends soldierly reminiscence, mock song, and vivid imagery of bombardment, home longing, and discipline amid the chaos of the Western Front.
Derhel and the Great War Transport Pact
A garbled report describes a wartime transport agreement and actions by Elwood and a group from Httto village. Within ten days they sent notices to about 83,000, with Elwood traveling to Chicago. The piece hints at preparations and stealthy movements for military use.
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Derhel
Elwood
Chieago
Burdock Blood Bitters Promised Cure for Dyspepsia
An old testimonial from Quebec describes relief from stomach troubles after two weeks on Burdock Blood Bitters. The ad claims the product cures dyspepsia and worm-related issues, manufactured by The Milburns Co in Toronto, urging long term use and highlighting a lack of recurrence after treatment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
N. Mandereon
Ritters
BNW. Ia
T. Milbuns Co
Toronto
Why Women Write Letters About Lydia E Pinkham Co
Women answer why they write letters to the Lydia E Pinkham Medicine Co praising its Vegatable Compound. They stress no letters or names are fictitious and all consented. The letters recount relief from pain and various health issues, restoring health and hope to many women.
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Wall
Lydia E. Pinkham Medicine Co
Pinkjam Moilcino Co
Hydre E. Pinksham
Unclear fragmentary note on wedding or triad affair
Fragmentary OCR reads Raroty 2No Jack 19 anged. fa he Anji is Fanny the bridetake. First-No, who 2 the triad-to-ba,- Neale rathea Augwan.
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Raroty
Fanny
Neale Rathea Augwan
Fragmented OCR leads to unclear speech in local note
A garbled passage hints at a speaker Mouoy addressing a crowd and audience reactions during a life story. It mentions a daughter and a fortune theme, with scattered phrases about money seeking and a tense setting at an event or talk.
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Mouoy
Hla
Fletcher's Castoria Ad Phrase Fragment
Fragmentary OCR snippet about a Castoria advertisement with jumbled text and unclear context. Mentions a joke line and laughter and an umbrella analogy. No clear event dates people or organizations to identify.
Commentary on Acts in Samaria and Ethiopian eunuch tale
A devotional passage discusses Philip preaching in Samaria with great power as Simon the sorcerer is exposed. Peter and John assist, while a messenger directs Philip toward Gaza to explain Scripture to the Ethiopian aboard a chariot. The narrative emphasizes obedience, Holy Spirit power, and the spread of the gospel beyond Jerusalem.
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Mamory Verdes
Tov
D. Millearnu
Hreplion
Trigau
Juded
Baninda
Samaria
Josue Chrdgt
Baptistea
Veraoe
Thors
Bamaria
Aineol
Phip
Peter
John
Jerusalem
Christ
Job
Bned
Jesus
Jon Bed
Brntaria
Sond Josue
Yoruxelom
Heaven
Ehheiwat
Gamarie
Fall bin
Jerusalam
Gaia
Philip
Nehemiah
Nahamiah
Cisen
Eithiopia
Jéraalon
Guapal
Philly
Hamuel
Ethiopia
Yaa
Bila
Boy's sacrifice to reach college amid poverty and pride
The tale describes a poor family's decision for the son to attend college despite hardship. Four years of privation on the farm, then graduation as the crowd cheers the valedictorian. The son returns, kneels before his mother’s photo, and proclaims the medal is hers, a testament to parental sacrifice and faith.
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Wong
Hana
Elaog
Joan Forwand
Hla
Wen
J. Wilbur Chapman
Dr Wood's Norway Pine Syrup Promises Quick Cough Cure
A testimonial praises Dr Wood's Norway Pine Syrup as an effective remedy for bronchitis and coughs. It claims long market presence, urges stock on hand, and warns against asthma and choking, though some text is garbled. Also mentions Dr J D Kellogg's Asthma Remedy as a relief option.
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Wes
DR. Wood
Dr. Wool
Norway
Dio
Haaven
Goss
J.D Kellogg
Svery Wulfarar
Abscotchman
Heart and Nerve Pills Promoted For Health Benefit
An apparent advertisement touts Heart and Nerve Pills claiming to strengthen the heart and nerves, promising wealth for the future and relief from nervous ailments. Mrs Youn Hicks endorses the product, citing long use and universal regard as unrivaled for heart and nerve issues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Uobla
Uni
Salt Production and Historical Observations From Europe to Turkey
A fragmented essay discusses salt making along Europe coastlines, noting evaporation from seawater, impurities, and government control in various regions. It touches on Turkish prison terms for salt trade, literary quotes on writing, historical anecdotes about the Janissaries and Constantinople, and brief humorous gags.
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Europa
Hilliony
Bela Cat
United
Walla
Magnesia
Polauujuma
Mie
Frometo
Milly
Europe
Céharmou
Turkey
Sen Tae Tev
Mare Sholy
Milburn's Laxa-Liver Pills Ad Promises Relief
An old penny press style ad touts Milburn's Laxa-Liver Pills as a remedy for sluggish livers and coated tongues. It claims the pills cleanse waste, purify the system, and improve liver function with a 3500 mg vial priced at 61.00, available at dealers or by receipt.
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Biven
Fiat
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Joseph Wynn
Hagland
Otrono
Kong
Wynn
Lyons
Creon
Romel
London Daily Mail
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Pondora
Lydia E. Pinkham
Medicine Co
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Fletcher
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Congress
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Mabey
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Tle
Constantinople
Alberto Ban
Franklin
Devota Wifa
Lady Franklin
Conatar
Ruperta
Advanciny
Mr. Cowroy
Khata
Waahlugiou
Milburn
Ccastoria
Castoria
Canada
Empire Typewriter Co
Wsinida
Yoronto
Ont
the Merchants Bank OF Canada
Habad
Brasches
Jide Bt
Acton
F. A. MacLean
Marager
Monanry
Dasha
Genoa
R. E. Nelson
Warahant Talloe Wyndhats
DM. Saxe
New Post Office
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Grand Trunk Railway
Vabornoun
Anton
London
Guelph
Healann
M. Vatficld
Olwioh
the Home OF Quality
J.R Livingstone
TamUoa
Owathnam
Alexander McKenzie
P.O
Bow
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Aston
Boots, Shoes & Robbers
W. Williams
Fuvienna Ant
Tatato
Willans
K. Cooper
de Laval
Uit University
Montreal
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