Peruna claims and railroad rate talk mix in a 1900s column
A composite of testimonial ad copy for Peruna featuring Assemblyman John Tighe endorsing the tonic as a nerve and health Restorer. The piece includes a Washington Senate testimony excerpt by Inter-State Commerce Commissioner Prouty on railroad rates and a humorous closing quip section about credit and air compression.
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John Tighe
Peruna
J. Tighe
Hartman
Hartman Sanitarium
Columbus
Senate
Washington
Inter-State Commerce
Prouty
Circuit Court of the United States
Australian Leaf herbal remedy promoted for women
Here Is Relief for Women describes AUSTRALIAN LEAF a female health tonic by The Mother Gray Co., LeRoy New York. It promises cures for female weaknesses back ache kidney bladder and urinal troubles and offers a free sample by mail for 60 cents at druggists. The ad also notes the Lewis Single Binder cigar from Lewis Factory Peoria Illinois and defends its value and popularity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paxton Company Bowron, Mase
Mother Gray
New York
Mother Gray Co
LeRoy, N.Y
Lewis’ Factory
Peoria
Danish dairies reveal strict steps for quality and cleanliness
The article notes Danish dairy practices with concrete floors, water systems for daily cleansing, fireproof stables, cow records and milk tests, a cow hospital for the ill, and rules on milker attire and hygiene. It highlights pasteurized cream and the belief that cleanliness yields high butter quality and long shelf life.
Keeping Summer Manure From Stabling Odors
Hobart Wilkins of Andrew County Missouri explains practical manure management for farms. Move manure away from stables during hot weather, haul it to gardens, or bury it under ground. A covered wooden box can reduce flies and odors, though it adds the task of removal when hauling manure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hobart Wilkins
Andrew Co
Farmers’ Review
Paper milk bottles and cheese paraffining debated in 1900s
The article notes paper milk bottles may replace glass due to infection risk, detailing stamping, sealing, paraffin coating, and sterilization. It reviews English reactions to paraffin for cheese, finding it beneficial for firm cheeses but harmful for mushy varieties. Calves should come in groups for uniform market readiness.
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Canada
Euglish
New York Central to cut 18 hour run to Chicago
At a June 6 conference in New York, managers from the New York Central Lines approved a plan to quicken the Twentieth Century Limited to eighteen hours between New York and Chicago starting June 18, extending the Empire State Express pace. The Lake Shore Limited and Southwestern Limited schedules were also adjusted to save time.
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New York Central Lines
New York
Chicago
New York Central
Buffalo
Grand Central Station
Lake Shore Limited
Lake Shore
St. Louis
Cincinnati
Postum Coffee credited with aiding a young woman’s health
A reader recounts health improvements after avoiding coffee and tea, opting for Postum Food Coffee instead. She describes relief from headaches, stomach pains, and nervousness, noting better sleep, sharper thinking, and overall improved health attributed to the beverage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Postim
Postum Co
Battle Crm
Wealthy Iowa farmer praises Des Moines Fire Insurance Co
Mr BE A Himt of Lyon County near Rock Rapids Iowa suffered a fire that destroyed two barns a granary grain hay and harness. Ten days later the Des Moines Fire Insurance Co issued a draft for 3456.29 to him. He says he is pleased with the company and can recommend its service.
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A. Himt
Lyon County
Rock Rapids
Iowa
Des Moines
Wight
Ile
Tin peddler seeks customers with tin in Berlin sign
A Berlin beer saloon posts a sign offering to escort any patron home for free if they become intoxicated. The remark highlights a then unusual humor about responsible drinking. The note ends with a general comment that giving good advice is easier than earning a decent living.
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Berlin
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