Remarkable boy preacher Paschal Porter astonishes Carrollton
Carrollton Ky report highlights eleven year old Paschal Porter who preaches twice daily at the Methodist church, drawing crowds and conversion so extensive that 1200 townsfolk attend, with locals like Rabbi Simeon Marks moved to belief in his messianic claims. Porter, who plays marbles and baseball off duty, travels to Worthville and New Liberty with his father and manager.
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Cincinnati Times-Star
Paschal Porter
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Paschal
Worthville
New Liberty
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Hood's Sarsaparilla Promoted as Spring Blood Purifier
An advertisement touts Hood's Sarsaparilla as especially effective in purifying blood during the spring. It claims the medicine expels impurities, increases vitality, and revitalizes digestion and liver function, backed by supposed widespread testimonial evidence.
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Hood
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Trance Seizes Lizzie Mayhew in West Virginia
A Parkersburg dispatch reports Lizzie Mayhew of Fairview has lain in a trance for eight days. Despite visits by physicians she remains unresponsive, having taken no nourishment while sacred songs continue to hum in the background.
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Parkersburg
West Va
Lizzie Mayhew
Fairview
Electric Bitters Credited With Malaria Cure
A Texas county attorney and a Kentucky resident praise Electric Bitters. They claim the tonic saved a life during malaria fever and jaundice and wards off or cures malaria diseases as well as kidney liver and stomach disorders. Priced at 50 cents and 1 dollar.
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Fish in Oyster Shell Baffles Saloon Patrons in Portland
In Portland New Brunswick a shell found with a mummied fish inside while oysters were being opened at John Doucett’s saloon. The shell housed a small fish over an inch long resembling a cod. The oysters originated from Cocaigne and the shell was preserved in alcohol.
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John Doucett
Portland
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Dr. Pierce’s Pleasant Pellets Touted for Gentle Relief
An old remedy claim promotes Dr. Pierce’s Pleasant Pellets as a mild cure for constipation indigestion and biliousness without the griping associated with traditional pills. The ad notes one granule per dose and contrasts with harsher purges. It also cites an Exchange quip about using a folded newspaper for warmth or to provoke an editor.
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Liver Disease Perils Warned By Medical Admonition
An 19th century health note cites quotes on life’s three wicks and warns about derangements of the blood liver and kidney organs. It highlights how torpid liver impairs purification and mentions ensuing disease chains and risks to health.
Fragmented 19th century note on engagement and family
A garbled OCR fragment discusses parental permission for a daughter’s engagement and the social expectations surrounding marriage. The text hints at disapproval and a conflict over the suitability of a match, with phrases about arranging a betrothal and reputational concerns. The overall meaning is unclear due to corruption.
Townsend the Unconquerable Senator in Debate
A Columbus Columbus Daily excerpt praises Senator Townsend for readiness with answers and wit, noting his ability to deflect questions with sharp, humorous replies. The piece contrasts his skill with other figures and mentions public perceptions of a famous tooth wash advertisement and a real estate boast about corn yields.
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Cincinnati Times Star
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