Teachers in the United States Rise in Numbers
Census Bulletin 23 analyzes 1900 data on teachers across the United States. It notes teachers exceed clergy, physicians, and lawyers combined, with 104 per 10 000 teachable age persons, and shows growth since 1870. The report details geographic and demographic patterns including sex, age, urban versus rural distributions, immigrant and Native populations, and regional differences.
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Bureau of the Census
Walter F. Willcox
Cornell University
United States
Continental
Nevada
Vermont
Maine
Iowa
Washington
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North Atlantic
North Oentral
New Hampshire
Massachusetts
New York
New Mexico
West Virginia
United
Marshfield Public Schools Open September 4
Marshfield public schools will open Monday September 4. F. H. McVay serves as superintendent, E. L. Dunmaree leads the grammar school, and Miss Nettie Clendenin directs the primary department. The high school course will continue with changes per state commissioner recommendations.
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Marshfield
F. H. McVay
E. L. Dunmaree
Mias Nettie Clendenin
Modest Claims vs Real Results in 19th Century Remedies
The article compares Maxim's overstatements about a gun's power with Chamberlain's Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy claims. It notes manufacturers rarely boast of all effects, letting users speak. It asserts the remedy will cure diarrhoea dysentery and stomach pains and has never failed, sold at W. H. McKee drug store and Barton Drug Co., Chauncey, Ohio.
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Maxim
Chamberlain
W. H. McKee
Barton Drag Co
Chauncey
Marriage Announcement for Clarence Henson and Blanch Nell Wilson
Friends report the marriage of Clarence Henson and Blanch Nell Wilson in Portland Oregon on Wednesday August 23 They plan to reside after October 1 at 1628 State Street New Orleans LA The bride daughter of Amy J Wilson was a popular local schoolteacher and Henson a former University student now in educational circles in New Orleans
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Clarence ©. Henson
Miss Blanch Nell Wilson
Portland
Oregon
State Street
New Orleans
Amy J. Wilson
Henson
Kidney troubles blamed on female physiology cure touted
An advertisement extols Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound as the best treatment for kidney troubles in women. It cites rising kidney disease among women and includes a testimonial from Mrs Emma Sawyer of Conyers Georgia praising the remedy after a long illness and nervous prostration. It offers free advice from Mrs Pinkham and lists Lynn as the contact location.
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Lydia E. Pinkham
Sawyer
Dee
Emma Sawyer
Conyers
Pinkham
Lynn
May Break Record for Rain Streak in August Outlook
Weather report notes August rainfall likely to be among the wettest in 33 years at Columbus station since 1878. Through mid month 5.26 inches have fallen, easing annual deficit to 3.57 inches and creating a 3.33 inch monthly excess. Rainfall occurred on most days. peak period 10th to 16th brought 2.87 inches.
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Weather Bureau
Columbus
Dr. King's New Life Pills Promote Health Claim
J. D. Ranyan of Butlerville reports his symptoms disappear after using Dr. King's New Life Pills. He calls them a perfect remedy for dizziness sour stomach headache and constipation and notes they are guaranteed at McKee's drug store for 25 cents.
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J. D. Ranyan
Butlerville, C
Ohio Squirrel Season Open September to October 15
Ohio law sets open season for squirrels from September 1 to October 15, with a daily limit of ten. The article notes additional penalties for possession, sale, or transport of squirrels killed during the closed period, and highlights trespass rules requiring written owner permission to hunt on private lands.
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Ohio
Laxitive Bromo Quinine Tablets Ad
Advertisement notes a money back guarantee if the medicine fails to cure and bears W. Grove's signature on each box dated October 1906. It references druggists refunding the purchase price if ineffective and lists a product in period tone.
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W. Grove
Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets Endorsement
A testimonial from Towns of Rat Portage Ontario praises Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets as mild with pleasant after effects. The product is available at W. H. McKee's drug store and Barton Drug Co., Chauncey, Ohio.
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Chamberlain
Rat Portage
Ontario
Canada
W. H. McKee
Barton Drug Co
Chauncey
Ohio
Attractive Ideas Two Suggestions For Combining Livability
Two ideas for pairing livability with decoration describe a desirable deer guard and practical homemade washstand. The article notes moderate budget homes look more attractive than expensive upscale designs and mentions a two bedroom setup as a fitting example.
Decorative Door Guards and Unusual Washstand Designs
A writer favors combining utility with decoration by a door guard hung over a hinge opening. The washstand concept is revived with a jogged wall space, linen curtains, oilcloth top, pique cover, and a towel rack, plus wall mounted boards and optional cleats for support.
Clam Bouillon Preparation Instructions
Wash shells in cold water and place clams in a kettle with hot water. Cover to steam shells open, remove shells, strain broth, chop clams, return to fire with broth and simmer twenty minutes. Strain, reheat with milk or cream and season to taste.
Fresh egg in lemonade for convalescents
A remedy suggests beating a fresh egg very lightly into a glass of strong lemonade to mask the raw taste of the egg for convalescents. The lemon is said to neutralize the strong, raw flavor.
Adding Up of Days Poem Reflection on Noble Life
A reflective verse contrasts a noble life with brief glory, emphasizing the steady accumulation of daily deeds. The lines celebrate continuity, patience, and consistent good work as the measure of virtue.
Sunbeams and Shadows Reflect a Poet's Melancholy
A reflective piece by Clarence Matheney contemplates joy and sorrow in life. The narrator sits by a window on an autumn day, contrasting nature's cheer with personal gloom. He ponders friends, society, and the value of a single true friend amid hardship.
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Clarence Matheney
Kodol After Eating Heals Indigestion Claims
A health product advertisement asserts that taking Kodol after meals prevents indigestion attacks. It markets Kodol as a thorough digestant and cure for indigestion dyspepsia gas sour rising and related stomach troubles sold at Cline's Pharmacy.
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E. O. Dewitt & CO
Chicago
Waiting for Something Turns Up Turns Up His Toes
A wry saying notes that a man who awaits luck may meet sudden fatal consequences as fate overtakes him. The quip underscores the irony of passive waiting and the inevitability of outcomes.
Saving of Baby Girl From Death by Dr King’s New Discovery
The Eyler family of Cumberland Maryland reports their 11 month old daughter recovered from a serious throat trouble after four bottles of Dr King’s New Discovery for Consumption Cold and Cough. The remedy relieves and cures coughs and colds, with a free trial bottle offered at W H Mckee’s drug store, guaranteed.
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Geo. A. Eyler
Cumberland Md
Dr. King
W. H. McKee
Gasoline Policy Sparks Public Opinion
A controversial rule bans carrying or storing gasoline at home nationwide. Officials say the measure aims to reduce fire risk and enhance safety, while critics warn of inconvenient fuel shortages and enforcement challenges.
Saved His Comrade's Life With A Remedy
A comrade from Elgin Illinois traveling from the Grand Army Encampment in Washington City fell ill with cholera morbus. J Houghland of Eldon Iowa reported he used Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy to save his life. He has spent ten years in immigration work and recommends carrying the remedy. Sold by H Meekes drug store and Barton Drug Co Chauncey Ohio.
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Washington City
Elgin
J. . Houghland
Eldon
Iowa
Chamberlain
H. Meeke
Barton Drug Co
Chauncey Ohio
Ordinance grant to Sunday Creek Company in Athens Ohio
The Athens village council grants Sunday Creek Company a nonexclusive right to erect and maintain electric poles wires and fixtures on Lancaster Street Road State Street between Court and Cemetery Streets and Cemetery Street between Hocking Valley depot and State Street. Poles must be placed without hindering travel and be uniform in size. The village holds harmless the company and may regulate by police power. Rights may be assigned with consent. The ordinance takes effect after legal period and is dated August 25, 1006.
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Sunday Creek Company
Lancaster
State
Cemetery
Athens
Ohio
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State Street
Court
Cemetery Street
Hocking Valley Railroad
Sunny Creek Company
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