Just As You Like It and The World of Verse Musings
A collage of old newspaper fragments mixes literary reflections with local color. It mentions readers and writers, references a marriage, weather, orchards, and a Mars joke, then returns to musings on poetry and the soul, closing with a nod to Vernon Critte in a news column.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pak
Earth
Mars
Pak Wan
Garmer
Rian
Summier
von Waert
Vernon Critte
Dee
Tess
Charles W. Murtfeldt
St. Louis Republic
Criticism and Public Comment on Womanly Health Claims
A lengthy critique explores the misuse of criticism in public discourse, defending fair, reasoned judgment while condemning petty fashioned blasting. The article contrasts constructive evaluation with habit of moralizing censure toward women and public figures, arguing for balanced appraisal over blanket fault finding.
Perversion of gossip and social morals critique
A stark critique of gossip and petty public scrutiny, arguing that vulgar talk thrives in every community. The piece condemns casual discussions at social events as degrading, urging self-reflection to curb moral decay and the spread of harmful chatter.
Rich Man's Charitable Plan Draws Public Interest
A prominent man's vow to devote nearly all his fortune to philanthropy sparks strong debate. Supporters praise the intent as noble while critics question the feasibility and effectiveness of such single-minded charity. A fragment mentions claims about stomach bitters and other remedies, reflecting era medical beliefs and a local bank note toward the end.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atich Man
Cycling injuries and a promised pain cure tale
A fragmented notice describes a cyclist facing cuts, bruises, and pain while a friend claims to kill the pain and aid healing. The garbled text references Curvechaing and a claimed cure, with late phrases about labor union warrants and a Philadelphia trace.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jacklen
Arne
Uidersane
Beware of a Cough and Its False Cures
Fragmentary OCR note warns against coughing remedies sold by Harris and Scheu, claiming dubious cures. It emphasizes that a supposed remedy may be ineffective, with the vendor promising no cost to the buyer and asserting wide reputation. The text also mentions potential danger to eyes and calls out a local seller.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. EH
Scheu
Fragmented Advertisements and Oddities From a Crumbled Page
A garbled mix of product pitches and notices fields scattered through a newspaper fragment. Mentions The Standard Bath Cabinet Company, Sarsaparilla cures, agents wanted, and various names and places blurred by OCR. The text suggests a collage of ads, promotions, and brief notices rather than a cohesive story.
Turbodeaux Bride Finds Uride Elect Missing in Chicago
An article notes James Menzes of Turbodeaux La arriving in Chicago for a wedding but the bride elect Ida Owens had vanished. Additionally a long warped advertisement advertises Major’s cement and glue products with testimonials and pricing claims.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Menzes
Turbodeaux
Chicago
Ida Owens
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Messengee and Herald Family
Wishin
Hood
Lydia E. Pinkham
Mt. Vernon
Kuo
Handrede
Thin
Bor
Dotelo Yen
Thocble
Philadelphia
Wes
Dean
Elizabeth Gates
Corner of May
Dayton
Doan
Iy Foster-Milburn Co
Butivlo
United Stat
Lima
Scrofula
S. S
S.S. S
S.S
Bowen
Monticello
Cific Company
Atlanta, Ga
Ely Ber Ise SR
Pete Tin
Wttev
Evra Wie
Flamin
Peta
Srsteve Stepad
Nike
Kastatis Wien
Gestelaesay
Tibetacs Cures
Amlev Matin Gymibies Hiddache Gont Md Mb
Reese
Wales
Wwe
Wiese
THE
Standard Bath Cabinet Company
Horn
Tripic Lurconl Sargent
Druid Heyal Academy
Terre Haute
Homeseekers
Ohio Central Lines
Findlay
Renee
G. A. Getrert
J. Cater
Teledu
O. WA Prren
Cohuaybus
Toledo
Ti. Richards
Willseyville
Northern Pacific
Aaor
Ore York
Major
Major's Cement
Gydele
Druigstet
Taos
Gillard
Lavin
Ne. Ama
Weabon
Gripelte
Sterling Kemoas
Celene Tantrenl
Reed
Tobares
Rentini
Samuel L. Kepler
Jewerr & Witorr
Aprilitte Mavi
Attys
E C. Dewitt
BCE
Athens County
Ana
W. BE. Perens
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