Don’t neglect your kidneys says Obadiah Dean’s ad
An advertisement urges kidney care citing Obadiah Dean of Watertown and praising Doran’s Kidney Pills from Foster Milburn Co. The copy notes relief from rheumatic pain and urinary issues and lists Buffalo as the distributor, urging sale by druggists and general stores. A second item references a child mishearing fire hoses as “hosiery” dragged by firemen.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Obadiah
Crane
Watertown
Dak
Doran
Dean’s
Price
Foster-Milburn Co
Buffalo
N. Y
Properly Thankful Georgia Chickens Theft Case
Clark Howell of Atlanta reports a sad Georgia case where an elderly Black man was charged with stealing chickens. The defendant, defended by a young inexperienced attorney, was found guilty beyond doubt and given a severe sentence. After sentencing the man cheerfully thanked the judge saying he expected to be hanged.
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Clark Howell
Atlanta
Darky
Georgia
An Astonished Boy
A Wisconsin farmer took his twelve year old son to a village for the first time in February. The boy saw a train of cars and was so astonished he lost the power of speech for three weeks. If ever taken to a circus or zoo he may remain struck dumb for life. The father says his farm must be hidden away.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wisconsin
Nathaniel
Jeekum
Neil
Nat
Cole
Hull Nathaniel
Yes Familiar Biting Exchange on Husbands Worth
In a wry exchange Nageget notes that a wife treats her husband like bric-a-brac. Mrs. Nagget prompts for the answer. He notes that the more the husband is worth, the more she tries to break him.
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Arlene
Firremen
Lippincott’s
Nageget
Distemper Cure Promises Healing for Horses and Dogs
Spohn's Distemper Cure claims to cure distemper in all ages of horses and dogs with over 600,000 bottles sold last year. Each bottle priced fifty cents to one dollar and guaranteed. Available at druggists or from Spohn Medical Co Goshen Ind. Also contains a child’s circus anecdote.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Spohn
Genta
Spohn Medical Co
Goshen
Ind
Allen's Foot-Ease Ad Claims Comfort For Tired Feet
An old advertisement promotes Allen's Foot-Ease antiseptic powder for tired aching and swollen feet, promising rest and comfort and easier walking. It urges no substitutes and includes a sample request address. A Bowdler quote about doing good appears as a moral aside.
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Allen
Olmsted
le Hoy
Island of the Lilacs Bossed by the Mormon King
Captain Plum lands on Peaver Island to confront king Strang over loot. Nat and Marion plot escape as Strang seals fate of Neil and Plum. A battle erupts with an avenging host, Plum wounded, jailed, and awaiting a grim sea fate.
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Nathaniel Plum
Peaver Island
Obadiah Price
Nat
Franklin Pierce
United States
Price
Strang
Caiting
Neil
Arbur Croche
Plum
Marlon
Marion
Winngame
Arbort Croche
Nell
St. James
Nall
Therisoners
Winnsome
Bouna
The Strait Death and Rescue at Strang Bay
Nathaniel and Neil cling to life as they are bound to stakes on a moonlit shore. The condemning ritual and a nightmare struggle unfold while wolves howl and Marion and Winnsome Croche race to avert a grim fate. A mysterious rescue by dawn shifts their fortunes and promises a perilous return.
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Jeckum
Nathaniel
Neil
Nat
Strang
Marion
Winnsome Croche
Winnsome
Historic Hungarian Stews and Allied Dishes Featured
The article lists Hungarian beef stew and French veal preparation instructions with butter, onion, flour, and water, plus spiced beef and fillet Jardiniere methods. It also covers Mock Duck, Veal Loaf, Almond Salad, Temperance Punch, edible serving ideas, and companion foods for picnics like sandwiches and cold drinks.
Road to Health and the Ills of Imagination
Fragmentary verse-poem condemns assuming health through imagination and doctors. It critiques common mortal ills and asserts the surest path to wellbeing lies beyond speculative thinking. The piece voices caution about overreliance on medical pretenses.
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Iit
Herd Silence Cuts Deep Like Scornful Words
A fragment hints at a proverb about silence and sharp actions. The speaker compares restraint to a precise cut, suggesting that quiet restraint can be more effective than loud reproach. The passage emphasizes the power of measured silence over careless talk.
NEW CAKE FILLINGS FOR LAYER CAKES
A historic list of cake fillings including Sweet Cream and Chocolate Filling, Rain Filling with raisins and nuts, Prince Bickler peanut cream, Delicious Raisin Fig Almond filling, Caramel Filling with sugar, egg and cream, and Apple Filling with grated apple and meringue.
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Prince Bickler
New Ways With Vegetables Cooked Salads and Sauces
A reader offers crisp cucumber serving ideas from whole slices to latticed forms and lettuce beds. Recipes include Green Peppers and Tomato Sauce with garlic oil, parsley, and bay leaf, plus a salmon salad with pickle and fresh coconut. Stuffed green peppers with various meat fillings are noted.
Progress of Cremation Across Europe and Britain
The piece notes cremation expanding in Europe with Germany operating 20 crematories and over 23,000 cremations, England and Scotland 8,121, and Paris more than 94,000 over 20 years. It contrasts Swiss activity with five crematories and higher proportional cremations.
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Europe
Germany
England
Scotland
Switzerland
Great Britain
Paris
Picnic Ideas Highlight Useful Fireless Cooker
Ideas for picnic planning emphasize a fireless cooker to ease labor and enhance enjoyment. The piece suggests making coffee at home and keeping it ready, with suggestions like creamed chicken and baked dishes to simplify outdoor meals.
Veiled Woman Reacts to Sun’s Harsh Light
Wise questions why a striking woman wears a veil. Howe explains she fears the sun might blister the paint, suggesting vanity or preservation amid scrutiny.
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Howe
Test of Social Standing in a Bonnet Necklace Snare
A humorous quip about a wife seeking society prominence by concealing a pearl necklace in her bonnet. A Customs Inspector remarks on the unusual tactic, while Old Porkenlarrd asserts the aim is to attract press attention as a society leader.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Old Porkenlarrd
Customs
Porkenlarrd
Puck
Best In the World Proposal Sparks Maidenly Question
Maud faces mockery as Ethel defends the act with the golden rule. The dialogue centers on propriety and romance with Jack as the proposed fiancé.
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Maud
Jack
Ethel
Golden Rule
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Lern
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Harper’s Weekly
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Mary
Whittier
Libby
Cs Ae Ate
Post
Postum Cereal CO
Lad
Battle Creek
Mick
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