Nervous Prostration Relief Reported by Philadelphia Woman
A Philadelphia woman recounts long years of nervous prostration and poor health ending with a recovery after using Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound. She urges other women to try the remedy and notes a transformation enabling her to perform housework and share the experience. The missive quotes her address and endorses the medicine from the Lydia E. Pinkham Medicine Co. Lynn, Massachusetts.
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Philadelphia
Pinkham
Lydia FE
Itzgerald
N. 41St Street
West
Lynn, Mass
The Struggle by Zoe Beckley
Edith confronts her husband John Ferrol over his pride and doubt about supporting their family. She argues she may earn separate money while protecting their son Jack, and he reluctantly admits his sense of failure. Their equality and mutual respect are tested as they revisit their finances and pride.
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Edith
John
Mulry
Ierror
Jackie
Moving Picture Studio
Jack
John Ferrol
California Syrup of Figs Ad Copy
Public health note warns against misleading laxative ads for children. It emphasizes the phrase Ourup of Figs and urges consumers to look for California on the package to ensure a safe laxative. The copy touts fruity taste and dosing directions on each bottle.
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California
Obituary of Virgil Smith 1906 191? Child of Alva and Grace Gillett
Virgil Smith, only child of Alva and Grace Gillett, born Athens Ohio October 19 1906, died November 23 191% at age 12 years 1 month 4 days. He loved school and Sunday school, endured illness with cheer, and wished to go to heaven. He blessed his family with faith and spoke of Jesus before dying, asking his mamma not to worry. The poem recalls a single vacant chair in heaven.
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Virgil Smith
Alva
Grace Gillett
Athens
Ohio
Virgil
Jesus
Heaven
Card of Thanks for Virgil's illness and death
We express appreciation to friends and neighbors for kindness shown during our son Virgil's illness and death. Special thanks to Rev. Shaw for comfort and to Mr. and Mrs. Liggett and all for the beautiful floral offerings.
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Virgil
Shaw
Liggett
Inventor Develops One Man Controls Three Cars
A Los Angeles inventor unveils a device enabling a single operator to drive three automobiles simultaneously along a road without assistance. The breakthrough promises substantial changes in auto operation and efficiency for drivers and fleets.
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Vlos Angeles
Olive Tablets Offer Liver and Bowels Cure
Thousands seek relief from indigestion by targeting the liver and bowels with Dr Edwards Olive Tablets. The vegetable compound is said to stimulate natural function, relieve bad tastes and coated tongue, and avoid calomel side effects. Take one or two at bedtime. available 10c and 25c at druggists.
Fashion pattern tips for waist and skirt sets
The article describes waist pattern 2392 and skirt pattern 2400 in crepe linen and gingham fabrics with minimal trimming. It notes matching color contrasts, size ranges, fabric yardage estimates, and that two separate patterns are mailed for 10 cents each.
Columbus Opens Auto Pound for Violations
Columbus establishes an auto pound where vehicles left in violation of traffic rules are impounded by police. Owners must pay a $3 fee plus storage charges before reclaiming their cars.
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Columbus
Log cabin blaze claims ten lives in Scioto County
At Duck Run near Portsmouth Ohio six persons died in a log cabin fire caused by a coal oil explosion used to start the blaze. The dead include Robert Radcliff and Mrs. Robert Radcliff along with Mrs. Effine Neal and three grandchildren Clarence Neal Ruth and Willard Lord, with no one escaping.
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Pourtsmouth
Duck Run
Scioto County
Robert Radcliff
Effi Neal
Clarence Neal
Ruth
Willard Lord
Beecham's Pills Promoted for Health and Liver Aid
Advertisement claims Beecham's Pills rapidly improve complexion by arousing the liver and putting stomach and blood in good order. Declares largest sale of any medicine in the world with boxes widely available.
You Cant Rub It Away Rheumatism Blood Purifier Ad
A circa historical ad promotes S. S. S. as a blood purifier to cure rheumatism by cleansing the blood rather than using liniments or local applications. It urges readers to remove the disease cause and obtain free medical advice from the Swift Laboratory in Atlanta, Georgia.
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Swift Laboratory
Atlanta
Dr King’s New Discovery Advertises Relief for Coughs
An old advertisement touts Dr King’s New Discovery as relief for coughs and bronchial attacks. It claims the remedy has been used by millions for half a century and sold by druggists since 1869, with prices 60 cents and 1.20 dollars.
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Dr. King
Dr King’s New Life Pills Promise Bowel Relief
Advertises Dr King’s New Life Pills as a cure for constipation and improved digestion. Claims liver function improves, skin clears from bile, and urges immediate purchase at 25 cents to start the day right.
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Dr. King
Local Notices and Family News Highlights
Miss Ethel Swiner left Saturday for Marietta after visiting with Mr and Mrs Jacob Keck. A newborn son for Mr and Mrs Felix Lindholum. Mr Nick Hartley sold his property here and moved to Trimble. Lenona Lemoine visiting Greens Run with Harry Leek family. P H Wilkes and son Alfred traveled to Columbus for business. Clarence Wince family and Gladys Golding recovering from flu. Newborn son for Mr and Mrs Jeess Withen. George Herbs hosted relatives for dinner in honor of daughter Lillian Deeal marriage to Bert Judson in Athens. Etta Taylor aged 17 died of influenza. funeral at home. Interment Taylor Ridge cemetery. Mrs Chasie Judson and daughter Ethel of Greens Run visiting here. Planters in Hawaii report sugar cane tops as useful stack feed when prepared properly.
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Ethel Swiner
Marietta
Jacob Keck
Felix Lindholum
Nick Hartley
Trimble
Lenona Lemoine
Harry Leek
Greens Run
P. H.wilkes
Alfred
Columbus
Clarence Wince
Gladys Golding
Jeess Withen
George Herbs
Lillian Deeal
Bert Judson
Athens
Etta Taylor
James and
Alice Taylor
Gine
Taylor Ridge
Chasie Judson
Ethel
Armistice Not End To Columbus School Language Ban
Columbus public schools refuse to reinstate German language instruction after the armistice. Rabbi J S Kornfeld, school board president, says reversing the ban would require a drastic shift in public sentiment.
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Columbus
Columbus Public Schools
J. S. Kornfeld
Shiloh Guaranteed to Relieve Worst Cough in 24 Hours
Health ad claims Shiloh stops coughs and relieves the worst cough in a day. Emphasizes coughing spreads disease and promotes a reliable remedy.
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Scotts
Scott & Bowne
Bloomfield NJ
Lydia E. Pickham
Vinci
Comfort Powder Co
Boston
Mass
Paris
Zoe Beckley
Jhinola
Tre
Simova
SAM — Quality
Mrs. A. R. Gillette
Dr. Edwards
OIA
Beecham
Tia
Hawaii
Swanson Furn. Co
North Court ST
Middletown
Conn
C. B. Wilkinson
Manville, R.1
Mrs. James H. Hal
Utot
McKee Drug CO
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