Prodigal Jim Griggs Returns for Prue Merriweather Party
Miss Prue Merriweather uses a charity gathering to welcome back Jim Griggs after ten years away. A snowy reunion unfolds as Griggs explains he kept a vow to return with a fortune, while neighbors and relatives observe a heartfelt feast for the poor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Miss Merriweather
Miss Prue
Miss Prue’s Sister, Mrs. Potter
Meg Potter
Aunt Prue
Meg
Mrs. Potter
Prue Merriweather
Jemima Jonquil
Jonquil
Jim Giggs
Prue
Jane Higgs
Daddy Skirkins
Jim Griggs
Mr. Griggs
Remarkable Endorsement for Hop Bitters from Wide Testimony
A historic statement extols Hop Bitters as a miraculous remedy, noting many vouch for its cures across ages and classes including old and young, rich and poor, pastors, doctors, and lawyers, urging readers to believe the claims without doubt.
West Court Suit Arising From Lynching Allegations
A western man wrongfully accused by a mob claims damages after nearly being hanged for a crime he did not commit. The suit targets several individuals alleged to have participated in the mob action.
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Out West
Shi loh’s Cure Promoted for Immediate Relief
An advertisement claims Shi loh’s Cure provides instant relief with prices listed as 10 ets 50 ets and $1. It notes sales through E. R. Lash.
Harvard Graduates Question Journalism’s Worth
A Harvard graduating student questions journalism by noting the field risks losing genius and claims a college graduate can undermine a boss, framing a critique of professional media.
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Harvard
Lone fisherman clash leads to rifle shot under California pond
The story recounts Joe Murphy and friends Badlam Berry and Dr Brown at Badlam's ranch fishing near a pond. A staged fishing dummy angler triggers a confrontation ending with Berry firing at the fisherman, narrowly missing and prompting an intervening doctor. The piece blends farce with a violent turn.
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Joe Murphy
Alex
Badlam
Fult
Berry
California
Murphy
Dr. Brown
Joe
Gar
Rain Forecast Turns Upon Deacon’s Prayer Sayings
A Presbyterian farmer asks about rain as a Brethren member notes that Deacon Richardson prayed for it at last night’s meeting, changing the expectation of imminent showers.
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Deacon Richardson
Ace Mreace Price Sold by E R Lash
A catalog note records a sale listing for Ace Mreace at a listed price while identifying seller E R Lash. The fragment provides limited context but confirms a transaction with the named parties.
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E. R. Lash
Do You Want To Sue For A Calf In Detroit
A Detroit woman confronts a justice of the peace about filing a lawsuit for a calf sale dispute. She offers to pay fees to influence a verdict and demands a court be formed, prompting a firm rebuke from the official. The exchange ends with her leaving without filing.
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Detroit
Free Press
Banquet Row Over Texas Officials Toast Incident
At a recent Austin banquet Colonel Flanagan Curtis, already drinking, sprang up before the banquet began and toasted the Texas state officials. A manager whispered that officials arrive after dinner, but he insisted they came after the grub. He was escorted out by force.
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Austin
Flanagan Curtis
Col. Curtis
State of Texas
Hunt's Remedy Restores Health and Peace in Home Life
An old advertisement extols Hunt's Remedy as a cure for back weakness and kidney issues, claiming it restores bodily function, renews vigor, and ends sour temper, bringing lasting peace and better business performance. The text frames illness as the source of domestic strife and presents the remedy as a sure, comprehensive cure.
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Hunt
Soldier Peter Sandals Dies in London at 97
Peter Sandals, a veteran of Wellington’s army at Waterloo and one of the squad that fired over Sir John More’s grave, has died in London aged 97.
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Peter Sandals
Wellington
Waterloo
Sir John More
London
Ladies cured by Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound
Public request to Mrs. Lydia E. Pinkham of Lynn Massachusetts seeks names of women whose female weakness improved through her Vegetable Compound. The notice invites testimonials and implies payment for submissions.
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Lydia E. Pinkham Lynn
Mass
Indiana Senator Sees Clear Party Weather Metaphor
Senator Harrison of Indiana stated the difference between the parties by saying Republicans recognize a trade wind when it strikes, while Democrats cannot tell a trade wind from a squall.
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Harrison
Indiana
Remarkable Quip and a Ham Theft Admitted
A secretary reports an old colored preacher in Little Rock quit his post citing pressures and an admitted theft case. The tale, framed as humor, links an unproven ham theft to a forced resignation under scrutiny.
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Arkansaw Traveler
Amos
Little Rock
Quarantine and Health Remedies Highlight 19th Century Tone
The piece notes quarantine meaning 40 days for ships and cites Dr. D. H. Bissell, once of hospital ship Falcon, praising Mishler's Herb Bitters. It claims the preparation cures cholera erysipelas bronchitis and blood impurity related illnesses, urged by physicians and public alike.
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D. H. Bissell
Falcon
New York
Mishler
Peach Year Promises 5 Million Baskets in Delaware Chesapeake Region
The Philadelphia Press notes a bumper peach season with every tree between Delaware and Chesapeake bays loaded with ripe fruit. Estimates place regional yield above 5,000,000 baskets from Wilmington to Northampton County, Virginia.
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Philadelphia
Delaware
Chesapeake
Wilmington
Northampton County
The Dangers of the Stock Market Ointment Ad
A man fearing stock market risks turns to Dr. Swayne's Ointment to ease itching piles and restore rest. The ad contrasts bulls and bears with the balm’s promised relief and money recovery.
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Dr. Swayne
Stock Exchange
Sun Exposed Water Heals Diarrhoea Claim by Cincinnati Doctor
A Cincinnati physician asserts that diarrhoea and summer complaint can be cured by exposing water in a blue bottle to sun for about thirty minutes. The sun irradiated water is described as a powerful nerving refrigerant and astringent. The remedy involves giving one or two teaspoonfuls hourly until symptoms ease.
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Cincinnati
Shiloh's Vitalizer Ad Promises Relief for Dyspepsia
An old bottle label claims Shiloh's Vitalizer cures dyspepsia and liver complaints. The ad notes a printed Cuentes on every bottle and lists seller as E. Lash.
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Shiloh
Lash
Hawkeye humor over cyclones travels to Nebraska
The Burlington Hawkeye jokes about Iowa bred cyclones visiting Nebraska and other states, noting cyclones originate in Iowa and only travel west to scout new locations. The piece likens them to the James boys in Missouri, emphasizing their Iowa roots.
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Burlington
Shilohs Catarrh Remedy Offered With Free Nasal Injector
An advertisement states a nasal injector is free with each bottle of Shilohs Catarrh Remedy priced at 50 cents, sold by E. R. Lash.
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Shiloh
E. R. Lash
Stage-driver Hank Monk Escapes Montana Attack
Horace Greely's famed stage-driver Hank Monk was assaulted by road agents in Montana last week. He escaped in his usual dash, though bullets rang out around him and his flying horses, one horse fatally wounded.
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Hank Monk
Horace Greely
Montana
Shiloh’s Cure Promises Quick Relief for Croup
A dated advertisement promotes Shiloh’s Cure as an immediate remedy for croup whooping cough and bronchitis sold by E R Lash. The copy emphasizes fast relief and branding.
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Shiloh
E. R. Lash
Wells' Health Renewer Promoted in Ohio Advert
An Ohio advertisement from John Park & Sons of Cincinnati promotes Wells Health Renewer as a remedy for debility and sexual weakness. The terse copy touts importance and nationwide usefulness at a price of $1.
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Ohio Depot
John
Park & Sons
Cincinnati
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