Fragmented 1912 report on global issues and travel safety
The text fragments discuss ivory craft, aging due to body water, and national spending by Germany France and Russia. It references political movements in Turkey, a Panama court case, and financial shifts in Antonia era banks. It notes pedestrians and vehicle accidents in Great Britain and the United States with accident rates, plus Hungary’s wandering typelen population.
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Iaet
Germany
France
Ruwwla
Woromution
Stave” Timeric
Turkey
Supreme Court of Panama
Eee
EPR Ant Dotal Mfcey
Eos
Trealau
Thare
Hallwayn
Great Britate Kill
United Stata
Boma
Hiungary
Swamp Root Claim Highlights Cure for Kidneys
A letter from Mrs Mary Byrne of New Jersey recounts using Dr Kilmer’s Swamp Root to treat her daughter Angela’s kidney illness. She credits the remedy with swift improvement after medical opinion failed, noting Angela’s kidneys became healthy and the doctor approved ongoing health.
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Angela
The
Tiio
Howe
Ava
Peruna advertised as head catarrh cure and tonic
An old advertisement touts Peruna as a cure for head catarrh with promises of sample bottles and an informational booklet on kidneys and bladder. The text also contains fragmentary notes and stray quotes from unrelated current events and a local joke about a geography school.
Grecian Myths Read Aloud Inspires Philadelphia Class
A Philadelphia schoolteacher has her pupils read Grecian myth aloud and recount tales in their own language. One student assigned the story of Medusa described Gorgon sisters with hair of snakes and claws, noting the inland origin near Port Henport in the Indian Ocean.
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Philadelphia
Ately
Ind
Henport Don
Indian Ocean
Tonka
Pittsburg
Woman Credits Lydia E Pinkham Vegetable Compound
A Richmond Pennsylvania woman testifies that after using Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound she recovered from severe health issues including headaches and fatigue. She praises the remedy and recommends it to other women seeking relief from female ailments, noting years of testimonials backing its effectiveness.
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Lydia
Cas
Faane Clark
N. Tulip 8
Richmond
Lydie
Pinkham
Enormais Demas Fort
Lydia E. Pinkham
Pda Pia
Lynn
Mana
Hen photo eggs spark consumer health dispute
A fragment reports Jude Johnson defending that each egg should bear the hen’s image so consumers can know if the egg came from a healthy hen. She plans to raise the matter with Topeka and Washington authorities per the Globe.
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Jude Johnson
Topeka
Washington
Atchizon Globe
California Syrup of Figs Promotes Health for Children
A Panama Pacific Exposition exhibit highlights the benefits of California Syrup of Figs as a gentle laxative for children. The ad describes coated tongues, constipation relief, and directions for dosing children of all ages, urging mothers to consult their druggist for the 50 cent bottle. It mentions political tensions in Britain and a large railroad strike in the background.
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San Francisco
California
Palnse
Liberal Arts
Etamburg
Lend
D- Hugo
Bottonf
Byrup
Kian
Dablaig Childrui
Carranza Decree Tightens Lines to Government
Washington reports General Verna tinso Carransa the head of the constitutionalist army declares all outside communications to his government must go through him. Rafael Zriburan Capmany wires the decree to Elinn Azcedondo, Carranza’s local representative in Mexico City. The order could bar foreign diplomats from dealing with the de facto government without traveling to Vera Cruz.
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Washington
D. C
Vernatinso Carransa
Constitutionalist
Nourcen
Carranza
Rafael Zriburan Capmany
Elinn Azcedondo
Forign
Vera Cruz
Mexico City
Accused Aide of McNamara Bros. Found
New York arrest of Matthew A. Schmidt a year old, a fugitive from justice on an October 1912 Los Angeles indictment. He is alleged to have accompanied J B McNamara to the Giant Powder works and bought 1000 pounds of dynamite. Schmidt, 24, was held for extendition until February 24.
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New York
Matthew A. Schmidt
Los Angeles
Los Angeles Times
Upper Broadway
Moarch
William J. Burns
Schmidt
J. B. McNamara
Giant Powder Company
California
Jeport
McQuade
Moechanle
Britain to Divert Food Shipment War Reads Wilhelmina Case
London reports the foreign office will consider diverting the Wilhelmina cargo for Belgian distress relief. if not, the cargo faces British prize court proceedings. The Wilhelmina sailed from New York with food gifts to prevent famine, while the consignor seeks guidance from the American embassy and awaits instructions on the cargo’s status.
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Britain
London
Foreign Office
Belgium
New York
Hays
Green Company
Falmouth
Los Angeles Children Thrifty and Wealthy Bank Showings
A Los Angeles bank canvas shows 40000 children under 15 hold deposits totaling near 1 million dollars with an average of 26 dollars each. The largest account belongs to a 12 year old with 1672 dollars, started seven years ago from 60 cents. Officials label Los Angeles children the thriftiest, crediting school instruction. Lincoln memorial clash noted in Portland as a soapbox spectator is knocked down. a Vancouver man’s attack spawns injuries and two disorderly conduct charges.
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Los Angeles
Bunin
Lincoln
Portland
Abraham Lincoln
St. Pureala
Vancouver
Ronnie
Eight Sloth in Panama Fight Details Emerging
Fragmentary report from Panama describes a clash involving soldiers and police with several fatalities and multiple injuries. Unclear names, dates, or authorities are given, but the scene centers on a deadly confrontation and ongoing investigation.
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Panama
Grst
Scena
Mente
Caught Between Cultures and Prohibition Echoes
A fragmentary column notes gradual progress of China in medicine and the peculiar idea of medical taping as a profession in California. It contrasts external wisdom with evolving practices while referencing political chatter on prohibition and gambler’s self confidence in the Washington Star dialogue.
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China
Sary
Clvittie
University of California
Pitron
Coleati
Joseph Gasette
End stomach trouble cure advertised for indigestion relief
An advertisement touts Pape’s Diapepain as a five minute cure for indigestion and stomach distress with claims of rapid relief from sour stomach gas and dyspepsia. It mixes testimonials and notes on Dr Pierce’s Pleasant Pellets as regu lating digestion while embedding unrelated quotes about English and color schemes.
Resinol Ointment Promotes Quick Relief For Skin Trouble
A vintage advertisement notes Resinol ointment and Resinol soap as soothing antiseptic aids for eczema ringworm and rashes. It claims fast relief and urges readers to use the products until symptoms subside. The aria includes anecdotes and misc quotes about health and household items from period publications.
Biggins Takes Himself Too Seriously Declares Fear of Self
Washington Star quotes Biggins claiming he has landed in many troubles and fears himself. The remark frames his self doubts as a natural consequence of his actions.
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Washington Star
Cascarrets for Liver and Bowels Adverts
An old advertisement promotes Cascarets tablets as a liver and bowel cure. It claims relief from headaches constipation biliousness sour stomach and indigestion. The copy markets the product as a nightly cleanser that works while you sleep.
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Nigel
Steller
McYeanOld Hen Lays 9000th Egg Milas Sisto Dobbian
Caldwell New Jersey resident Milas Sisto Dobbian claims the world’s champion hen sits atop an industry led by Old Reliable a fowl nicknamed who has produced 9000 eggs as a milestone. The unrelated quotes reference political reform and domestic strife with no direct link to the hen event.
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McYeanOld Han
Milas Sisto Dobbian
Caldwell
N. J
Hon
Ald Bestald
Linn
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