Will Restore Life via Invention of Resurrection Machine
Peter Lord of 17 Uxbridge Street seeks a patent for a resurrection machine claimed to restore breathing and prolong life. Plans show an airtight chamber, a respiration plunger, dual air pumps, and pressure controls to induce breathing with minimal effort, potentially reviving almost-dead patients. A Worcester physician quotes support while Lord envisions universal youth and vigor through his device. Also included is a testimonial praising Chamberlain’s remedy for cholera morbus saved by J B Houghland, with local druggists noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peter Lord
Uxbridge Street
Worcester
Worcester (Mars
Morbus
Grand Army
Washington City
Isin IL
J. BE. Houghland
Eldon
Iowa
Chamberlain
H. &. Palmer & Sons
W. J. Smith & Bro
Athens
Shoe Sale At Factory Cost For Misses And Children
A local retailer advertises a clearance offering the complete line of Misses and Children's Shoes at factory cost to clear inventory. The promotion emphasizes deep discounts and volume purchase options for shoppers seeking affordable footwear.
Health official in Indiana warns sweltering masses on sunstroke
Indianapolis July 22 Secre tary Harry of the state board of health issues guidance for avoiding sunstroke and heat prostration. He warns alcohol and overeating worsen cases. recommends temperance fruits milk eggs vegetables cereals abstinence from alcohol wearing straw hats wet crowns woolen garments cool water and prompt cooling measures. for severe cases cautious stimulants and tea-angled methods. in extreme asphyxia risk bleeding.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indianapolis
Ind
Harry
State Board of Health
Hurry
Cow Helps Man Drag Injured Worker Home
Jeremy Wall, a farmhand for T. T. Yates of Sharon Township, was struck by a falling tree and broke his right leg. Unable to walk, he called for a nearby cow named Sukey, who came to his aid, dragged him a mile back to the pasture, and delivered him safely despite his injury and rough terrain.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jeremy Wall
T. T. Yates
Sharon Township
Mr. Yates
Mentone
Sukey
Glover Captures Niagara River Swim Title in 4 Miles
William J. Glover Jr of Baltimore won a grueling four mile swim through Niagara River rapids from Whirlpool to Lewiston, defeating veteran Cartiste D. Graham of Philadelphia. Glover finished 4:28, despite cramps near the shore, while Graham was towed ashore five minutes later after a brutal ride.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Niagara Falls
Billy
William J. Glover, Jr
Baltimore
Cartiste D. Graham
Niagara River
Lewiston
Glover
Lewiston Landing
Graham
Also Mentioned on This Page
Lowe’s
Lee
Georgia
Indiana
Sam Small
Brunswick Journal
Smart
John Mello
Berkeley
Mello
John
Maria
Azores
Ife
Miello
California
Manuel
Rosia’ Maria
Andrew
San Franctisco Cor
Cleveland
H. R. Palmer & Sons
W. J. Smith & Tro
Chicago Chronicle
Tening
Lewiston Bridge
Siser
Matthew Webb
Carlisle
Philadelphia
Maud
Lard
Canton
Anna Taylor
Michigan
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