Life of Lydia E Pinkham and her Vegetable Compound
A biography of Lydia E Estes Pinkham born 1819 in Lynn Massachusetts. It traces her early teaching work her interest in herbs and roots and the creation of Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound after 1875 to aid women. It details family involvement the shift from free remedies to paid sales and the establishment of a vast advisory network for women seeking health guidance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Isaac Pinkham
Lydia E Pinkham
Lynn
Pinkham
Lydia KE. Pinkham
Pinkhams
Seth
Pinkham Sons
Boston
New York
Brooklyn
Lydia E. Pinkham
Lydia EE. Pinkham
Pocahontas Lodge Holds Banquet and Dance Night
The Degree of Pocahontas met in Red Men's Hall with over sixty members present. A masquerade ball was planned for Campbell's Hall. The group enjoyed a Birthday Banquet, cards, music, and a lavish supper cooked by the men. Dancing featured two steps, waltzes, and the Virginia Reel, with prizes to Mayor Day and Will Cameron. The event wrapped up late with praise for the evening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Degree of Pocahontas
Red Men's Hall
Campbell's
Mayor Day
Will Cameron
Rural Carrier’s Five Year Route Biography and Tips
An elderly rural carrier details life on Route No. 1 since December 1900. He describes his horse and buggy, mileage, gear, and a veteran’s perspective on pay and conditions. he offers practical routines for feeding, driving speed, grooming, and warmth to prolong a horse’s working life.
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Inrgey
Death of Mrs Elizabeth Tomlinson at State Hospital
Mrs Elizabeth Tomlinson died at the State Hospital after losing her mind following her daughter's death. She had been committed to the hospital about nine months ago and her remains were shipped to friends at Waverly.
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State Hospital
Elizabeth Tom
Linson
Waverly
DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve Promises Quick Relief
Soothing DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve claims instant pain relief for piles sores cuts and boils. It draws out inflammation reduces swelling and circulates blood through affected parts aiding nature to remove trouble. Sold by Cline's Pharmacy.
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DeWitt
Cline
O B Murphy and Son Move to New Quarters
O B Murphy and Son relocate from the Law building to the second floor of the Lawrence Worstell building today marking a new office location after a year in the previous site.
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O. B. Murphy & Son
Law
Lawrence Worstell
Chamberlains Stomach and Liver Tablets Endorsement
J R Cullman a Potterville Michigan druggist endorses Chamberlains Stomach and Liver Tablets as the best remedy for stomach troubles and constipation and says customers are satisfied. The product is easy to take and sold by W H McKee druggist with guaranteed action and no complaints.
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Chamberlain
J. R. Cullman
Potterville
Mich
W. H. McKee
Aged Woman Dead In Albany County
Mrs Jack Woods aged 70 near Carpenter Station died after a period of illness due to old age. An respected Athens County resident, she will be buried from School Lot church tomorrow at one o clock.
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Albany
Ohio
Jack Woods
Carpenter Station
Athens County
School Lot
Horse Blankets and Lap Robes at Goldsberg’s
A local ad lists horse blankets and lap robes of various kinds and descriptions available at Goldsberg’s store.
Narrow Escape From Death In Coolville Hunting Accident
Henry Cooley aged about 17 son of the late M E Cooley suffered severe injuries when a shotgun discharged while he stooped to place a ferret in a rabbit hole. He lost the thumb of his right hand and the first two fingers of his left, his face burned by powder but no serious harm overall. Doctors Laurence and Frame attended at his home half a mile south. He had a very narrow escape from death.
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Sam
Coolville
Henry Cooley
M. E. Cooley
Drs. Lawrence
Frame
Cooley
Dangers of a Cold and How to Avoid Them
An old medical advisory highlights cold dangers and early treatment. It promotes Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as prompt and effective, stating it loosens coughs, relieves lungs, opens secretions, and aids nature to restore health. Sold by various druggists.
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Nature
W. H. McKee
Two Weddings in One Afternoon in Probate Office
Pearly C. Jarvis of Sistersville West Virginia married Miss Laura Barrows of Frost by Rev W L Slutz D D in the Probate office Saturday afternoon. A few hours later P C Barrett Jr and Miss Emma Wise of Parkersburg were married by the same minister at the Methodist parsonage.
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Pearly C. Jarvis
Sistersville
W. Va
Laura Barrows
Frost
W. L. Slutz
D. D
The
Methodist Church
Mr. Slutz
P. C. Barrett, Jr
Emma Wise
Parkersburg
Methodist Parson
Kodol Dyspepsia Cure Promotes Digestive Rest
An advertisement claims Kodol Dyspepsia Cure overcomes indigestion by digesting what you eat and giving the stomach a rest to recuperate. It purports to relieve indigestion belching gas sour stomach and heartburn and to help transform foods into rich red blood. Sold by local vendors.
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Cline
Capitalists in City Discuss Canaan Coal Tax Valuation
John E. Jones and Louis V. Brown, capitalists from Jackson and owners of the Canaan Coal Company at Canaanville, met with County Commissioners in the city yesterday to discuss fixing the tax valuation of the mining property.
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Jackson
Canaan Coal Company
Canaanville
Beating The Music Cure With New Life Pills
Mrs Bary Brown of 20 Lafayette Place Poughkeepsie N Y endorses Dr Kings New Life Pills as the most reliable pleasant laxative for stomach liver and bowels. W H McKee druggist sells them for 25 cents with guarantee.
Scott's Emulsion trade mark and cod liver oil hype
An old advertisement extols Scott's Emulsion with the Hilo image as a symbol of strength and purity. It warns of cod liver oil extinction and lauds the product’s palatable delivery of cod liver oil for children and the weak or wasting, inviting free samples from Scott & Bowne chemists.
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Hilo
Scott’s
Scott's
Scott
Infant dies at home of Clark near Sugar Creek
The infant child of Mr. and Mrs. John Clark died Tuesday afternoon at their Sugar Creek home. Burial was held this morning at the Catholic cemetery. Mr. Clark works at Mine 211.
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John Clark
Sugar Creek
Clark
Cure a Cold in One Day Promoted Bromide Quinine Tablets
A vintage advertisement promoting Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets claiming a one day cure for colds. Druggists refund money if it fails. Each box bears E W Groves signature and is priced at 25 cents.
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E. W. Grove
Woman Receives Above Knee Amputation in Columbus
Mrs. Anna Koehler of near Alfred, visiting the Day family on College street, underwent an above the knee amputation after being run over by a wagon as a child. She had the surgery at Mt. Carmel hospital in Columbus six weeks ago, and reports the wound healing. She will rest in Athens briefly before returning home.
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Anna Koehler
Alfred
W. E. Day
College Street
Columbus
Mt. Carmel Hospital
Athens
Kennedy's Laxative Honey and Tar Liquid Cold Cure
An advertisement touts Kennedy's Laxative Honey and Tar Liquid Cold Cure as superior for coughs colds and croup. It claims rapid relief by cleansing the bowels and strengthening lungs, noting it is loved by children and sold locally.
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Kennedy
Cline
Reeves dies of pneumonia after typhoid strike in Zelda
Perry Reeves aged about sixty died last night of pneumonia following a typhoid fever outbreak. His brother Will Reeves had died recently from typhoid and the illness spread to the Reeves family, including a wife and three children, who are recovering. Nearby cases linked to the contagion include Grant Bolin Winna Gibson and Charles Ballenger.
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Zelda
Perry Reeves
Will Reeves
Grant Bolin
Winna Gibson
Charles Ballenger
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Miamisburg
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Will
Cole
Goldsber
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J. E. Spicer
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John E. Jones and
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Pearl Sthert
Aldruggista
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