Identifies by His Lips Porters Akron Boy’s Touch Reveals Identity
An Akron blind boy aged 13 at Huron Street Hospital astonishes physicians with a remarkable sense perception through the lips. He can identify objects after touching them with his lips and discern money denominations. He also distinguishes two identical tops as Tom and Jerry by touch. He identified his nurses by placing hands on their heads, puzzling doctors who report no similar case.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Porter Reilly
Akron
Huron Street Hospital
Tom
Jerry
Boo
Cin
Enquirer
Allen's Foot-Bane powder advert reads in old style
An early 20th century advertisement touts Allen's Foot-Bane powder to relieve corns bunions swollen sore hot calloused aching sweating feet and ingrowing nails It claims to make new or tight shoes easy and notes 26c price plus a free sample address Allen Co Le Roy New York sold by all druggists and general stores
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New York
Mra. Pryxnast
Lydia
Pinkham
Jess
Adelaide ‘Prail
St. Ann's Age
New York City
Adelaide Prail
Allen
Olmated
le Roy
N.Y
Fragmentary note hints at music and discomfort relief
The fragment mentions a modern song that could be cheering if not heard, and a claim that walking back and forth for five or ten minutes could cure a nervous headache. The text is fragmented and lacks clear names or places.
Windmill Agent Sparks Lover's Jealousy and a Wedding
Burt Thatcher and Minnie Davis were engaged when a windmill agent with golden whiskers arrived at the Davis farm. Jealousy followed as Minnie and the agent shared music and chores, prompting a quarrel. A later showdown at the farmhouse ended with Minnie shooting near the agent, who departed, angering Burt, but he later reconciled with Minnie as her parents returned and the couple prepared to marry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Burt Thatcher
Minnie Davis
Shevas
Parmer Tavis
Minnie
Biehctor
Minn
Davis
Burt ‘Thatcher
Bult
Gallar
Minonle
Thatcher
Cassville
Dari
Knowig
Tarmer Davis
Fred
Doctor Sewell Survives Burial Notice At College Meeting
Doctor Sewell long warden of New Colle recovers from a severe illness after a home secretary’s leave to bury him was read at a college meeting. He presided and read the burial permit with cheer, stating he did not regret that both were wasted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Doctor Sewell
New Colle
Home Secretary
Home Office
Jolkley Joke and Money Woes Mixed Wit and Warnings
A fragmented collection of quips and quotes on money humor and happiness. The Britisher questions laughter while a joke lands. a Billie parent quips money sustains bills and rent yet earns respect only six days a week. a writer notes a fever and a spring fighter.
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Atlantic Constitution
Doctor Advocated Peruna Heal All Forms Of Female Ills
A patient testimonials campaign for Peruna claims it cures a range of female disorders by treating the underlying cause. Letters from Eva Bartho Milwaukee and Maud Steinbach Milwaukee praised it after avoiding surgery and restoring health in weeks. Dr Hartman of Columbus Ohio invites further case details for free advice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gaiaere
Hadnith
Columbus
Ohio
Eva Bariho
Lastrath Street
No Y. City
N. 1
Peruna
Eva Bartho
Maud Brelnbach
Perrin
Miay
Maud Steinbach
Praisin
Pr. Hartman
Lving
Choir resignations spark church discord in village
A church choir in a local community resigned en masse after a minister’s personal remark during a Sunday service. Mrs Nexdoor challenges the minister, citing scripture from Acts, while townsfolk debate the pastor’s conduct amid moral judgments. In a separate note, the Philadelphia Press records a London statistic: 8,900 women convicted for drunkenness over ten offenses.
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Mra
Nexdoor
Homer
London Crowds Look Alike to the Quick Observer
Walter A. Wycodt notes in Scribner's that crowded London hides diverse workers from 14 to old age across industries. Distinctions by dress fade, as factory girls, costermongers, and sweatshop workers blend. True classification rests on deeper study of life and labor beyond wages.
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London
Walter A. Wycodt
Scribner's
America
Nona
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Jolkley
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