Great wrolite found in Washington County Pa by Professor Emerick
The great wrolite discovered in Washington County Pennsylvania by Professor Emerick of William and Mary College weighs about 8 tons and is buried in the earth. Its composition includes chromium nickel aluminum copper magnesium tin and 87 percent iron ready to work. Schreibersite is noted as a unique accompanying substance. Emerick preserves several large specimens and hails the find as the greatest wrolite known.
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Washington County
Emerick
William and Mary College
Ohio
Call for Judicial Convention to renominate Judge deSteiner
The Marietta Register urges placing Judge deSteiner on the ticket without a convention after a favorable first year. It notes the earlier nomination for a vacancy and argues he deserves the full term with common consent.
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deSteiner
Marietta
Dawes Named Central Figure in District Convention Plan
Marietta is identified as the district center for the convention with Gen Dawes as a key member of the congressional committee. Counties are urged to contact him regarding timing and representation for the forthcoming gathering.
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Gen. Dawes
Congressional Committee
Marietta
Stay Stay, Silver Moon A New Serenade by Will N Gates
Publisher announces Stay Stay, Silver Moon a new serenade by Will N Gates with Mackinac Island artwork on the title. Readers urged to mail 40 cents to H M Brainard Co Cleveland Ohio to receive a copy by mail.
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Silver Moon
Will N. Gates
Mackinac Island
H. M. Brainard & Co
Cleveland
Ohio
Courtneys claimed inventor of parlor matches in Wilmington
A Wilmington newspaper asserts Henry B. Courtney conceived the idea of parlor matches and was the only person in the world who knew how to manufacture them.
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Wilmington
Del
Henry B. Courtney
Rheumatism remedy Athlophoros praised by user in Springfield
A testimonial asserts Athlophoros cures rheumatism and neuralgia with repeated use. W E Hutchinson of Springfield reports lasting relief and calls it a perfect cure. A novel locomotive for trial on a French line features six coupled wheels eight and a quarter feet diameter. The design aims for speeds of 72 to 78 mph with matching wheel sizes on tender and coaches.
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W. E. Hutchinson
South Shafer Street
Springfield
Hood's Sarsaparilla Promises Blood Purity and Strength
Advert promotes Hood's Sarsaparilla as a standout blood purifier and strength builder from plants. It claims digestion is regulated and vigor restored with testimonials from Mrs. Simmons of Cohoes and Mrs. Davis of Brockport. Includes pricing: 100 doses for one dollar, six for five, sold by Hood’s in Lowell Massachusetts.
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Hood
Hompson H
Deeds
Lowell
Mass
Barrington
Bank
New York
Hood’s. Sarsaparilla
C. L. Hood & CO
What is Dyspepsia and Its Causes
Dyspepsia or indigestion presents with variable appetite a gnawing stomach ache heartburn wind in the stomach bad breath and constipation. The text attributes prevalence to high living and rapid eating and promotes Burdock Blood Bitters as a cure by regulating digestion.
The President and Miss Folsom Wed at the White House
The much talked of marriage of the President to Miss Frank Folsom was consummated last Wednesday June 2 at the White House. News coverage was limited to twenty six spectators with no reporters present. Queen Victoria sent a congratulatory cablegram to the newly married pair.
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United States
Frank Folsom
White House
Associated Press
Dan Lamont
Queen Victoria
Prince Albert
Mustangs and Man’s Ailments Fueled by Liniment Claim
An old advertisement extols Mustang Liniment as a cooling lotion for a variety of hurts and ailments of both man and beast, promising quick relief and general well being.
More than one bride puzzled by wedding gift tongs
The Troy Times jokes about brides and wedding presents as a humorous warning. It notes women considering asparagus and grape tong gifts leave suitors puzzled and hesitant about marriage, while blaming the inventor of such tongs for the confusion.
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Troy Times
Hood's Sarsaparilla Offered as Pure Reliable Remedy
Hood's Sarsaparilla is prepared by C. I. Hood and Co Apothecaries of Lowell Massachusetts with long experience in pharmacy. It is made with great skill and care under the direction of the originators and may be depended upon as a thoroughly pure honest and reliable medicine.
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C. I. Hood & Co
Apothecaries
Lowell
Mass
Traditional Girlhood Standards Questioned in Barnesville
The Barnesville Republican editor questions if girls should graduate only after mastering domestic chores and helping in the kitchen. The piece asks how many young ladies are willing to complete such a course. Ayer's Sarsaparilla ad follows asserting it cleanses scrofula taints from the body with lasting effects.
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Barnesville Republican
Farmyard Fight Ends Fatal for Mare in New Jersey
A mare and a bulldog fought in Stanley New Jersey leaving the horse victorious but fatally injured. After killing the dog the mare had to be killed due to injuries from the encounter. A Buffalo woman endorses Hood s Sarsaparilla and discusses women’s rising role in politics as saloons in Washington are owned by women.
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Stanley
N. J
Washington, Ll
Training School Uses Pestalozzian Methods in Des Moines
A successful school trains young women in teaching art and aims for strict Pestalozzian principles. Three rooms host two teachers each while others study education history and critique methods. The process includes guided reading, examinations, and ongoing classroom discipline. The report cites the New York Tribune.
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Des Moines
New York Tribune
Favorite Prescription Offered To Cure Female Irregularities
An advertisement touts Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription as a cure for female irregularities and weaknesses. It claims a single trial proves its merit and notes a price reduction to one dollar. In separate legal notes, Pennsylvania Supreme Court hearings on Oleomargarine continue with arguments on constitutionality and public welfare.
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Pierce
Congress
Supreme Court of Pennsylvania
D. T. Watson
Wayne McVeagh
Supreme Court
Dr Pierce’s Golden Medical Discovery praised by club
The Nineteenth Century Club plans equal numbers of men and women and hails Dr. Pierce’s Golden Medical Discovery as the most successful remedy for pulmonary consumption, claiming it arrests the disease when given early. A Denver News column notes ancient ship timbers found in Middle Park and discusses public figures and events from a single day.
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Pierce
Denver News
Middle Park
Old physician offers free remedy for diverse ailments
Retired Rochester physician W A Noyes claims a vegetable cure once given by an East India missionary can rapidly and permanently treat throat and lung issues including bronchitis and asthma as well as nervous complaints. He will mail free the preparation and instructions in German French or English to any reader who requests it, with a stamped reply to 149 Power's Block Rochester NY.
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East India
W. A. Noyes
Power’s Block
Rochester
N.Y
Milk shake debuts at Atlanta soda fountains
The At Janta Constitution describes a new Atlanta drink called milk shake. The mix pours sweet milk with ice, unknown ingredients, syrup, and nutmeg, shaken in a tin cap to resemble a Tom and Jerry, served for five cents. Henderson & Minear promote Ackers Blood Elixir as a guaranteed cure for rheumatism, syphilis, and blood disorders.
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Atlanta
At- Janta
At- Janta Constitution
Henderson & Minear
Acker
April Rainfall Exceeds Average With 3.87 Inches
Total April rainfall reached 3.87 inches, well above the long term average. This moisture surplus indicates wetter conditions for the month.
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