Strange Affliction of Little Wilbur Robinson in North Carolina
A Charlotte Observer reporter visits Iron Station Lincoln County to document Wilbur Robinson’s cure from grippe aftermath using Dr Williams Pink Pills for Pale People. The Robinson family, including mother Carrie L Robinson grandmother Mrs Sarah A Bandy and father Robert O Robinson, recount Wilbur’s progress from unable to walk at fourteen months to walking unaided after three to four boxes of the pills. The mother and grandmother attest the pills cured him and pledge sworn affidavits.
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Iron Station
Lincoln County
Wilbur Robinson
North Carolina
Robert O. Robinson
Carrie L. Robinson
Sarah A. Bandy
Wilbur
Dr. Williams
Robinson Mill
Lincolnton
Charlotte Observer
C. L. Robinson
R. O. Robertson
H. A. Banks
Williams
Slow Train Frustrations End In Farmer Herd Reveal
A Western traveler on a notoriously slow Southern railroad complains about delays. After naps interrupted by jerks, he jokes about the train hitting a new herd of cattle, only to learn they are the same herd the train had previously encountered. The conductor casually explains they’ve merely caught up with the first herd.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tice
Bucklen's Arnica Salve advertised for all skin ailments
The advertisement promotes Bucklen's Arnica Salve as the best salve for cuts sores ulcers salt rheum fever sores tetter chapped hands chilblains corns and all skin eruptions. It guarantees satisfaction or money refunded and lists price as 25 cents per box sold by S. B. Burr.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
S. B. Burr
Mind Reading Power And Its Mystery
A discussion of mind reading as a possible born ability with Prof A J M Tyndall cited. He claims the power cannot be learned, only possessed, and recalls a 19 year old test in which he correctly guessed thoughts, including a wife’s death in a chair, as proof of the phenomenon.
Speedy One Minute Cough Cure Ad Claims Quick Relief
An old advertisement extols a product named One Minute Cough Cure for rapid and safe relief of asthma bronchitis coughs and colds. It credits Dr W A Whocur as endorsing the remedy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ir. W. A
Electric Bitters touted as bowel and kidney aid for elderly
Old people needing medicine to regulate bowels and kidneys are advised to use Electric Bitters. The tonic alters digestion without alcohol, strengthens the stomach and bowels, and supports natural functions. Marketed as an appetite enhancer and digestion aid at 50 cents and 7 dollars per bottle by S. B. Burr Jr. Drug Store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
S. B. Burr Jrs
The Judge Decides Palmistry Verdict by Default
The Judge accuses his daughter’s visitor of palm reading for over two hours on the porch. She admits the scene, jokes about binding, and notes the suitor’s palmistry study. The Judge, charmed yet stern, lets the matter go by default.
MEN OF MARK. Notable figures and travels in brief sketches
General Leger, Haiti’s new minister, is described as handsome and stately yet non English speaking. Prince Bhanurangse plans a Europe visit and will reach the U S soon. Ex Governor Northen of Georgia promotes immigration with fifty agencies across Illinois Michigan Indiana Wisconsin. Charles Frohman, famed industry figure, declines photography. A German aristocrat identified as Graf V Sch werin was among pigeon shooters detained with the Grand Duke of Mecklenburg Schwerin. Munkacsy’s Hungarian return falters due to health, raising doubt he will paint again. Constipation warns of health risks but DeWitt’s Little Early Risers offer a cure.
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Northen
Georgia
Ilinois
Michigan
Indiana
Wisconsin
Heiligendamn
Baltic
Society For the Prevention
Munkacksy
Paris
Hungary
Buda Pesth
Munkacsy
Baden Baden
The French Boy in Contrast to American Youth
The article contrasts French and Anglo American youth noting French boys become mature earlier, possess a richer intellectual fund, and show less social polish, while American and English youths display lingering childishness. It cites a Western boy’s chimney climb as a vivid memory of American youth daring.
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Marbles
Robinson Crusoe
Lycee
Dr Kings New Discovery Heal Lady After Lagrippe
Mr James Jones of Jones and Son Cowden Illinois recalls his wife suffering lagrippe that worsened to consumption before Dr Kings New Discovery relieved her after one dose and a few bottles. Free trials available at S B Burr Jr Drug Store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Jones
Jones & Son
Cowden
Dr. King
Pana
Dr King
S. B. Burr, Jrs
DeWitts Witch Hazel Salve Promises Quick Healing
An advertisement touts DeWitt’s Witch Hazel Salve as antiseptic soothing healing for burns scalds cuts bruises and piles. It claims instant pain relief and marks the product as from DeWitt and Wricurt.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
DeWitt
de. W. A. Wricurt
Hood's Sarsa parilla prompted blood purification
Promotion urges readers to select Hood's Sarsa parilla as a tonic for blood purification enrichment and vitality during the season.
Bespectacled Mule Of New Jersey Stuns Seattleville
Colonel Briggs of New Jersey narrates how his near sighted mule gained vision with octagonal glasses in heavy leather frames strapped to the bridle. The spectacle mule, first balking at fences, now brays when the glasses come off and is famed throughout Seattleville for his improved sight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Colonel Briggs
New Jersey
Maria
Voice care claim from One Minute Cough Cure ad
An advertisement touts One Minute Cough Cure as a preventive for huskiness and laryngitis used by political speakers clergymen and singers. It claims instant relief and prevention, attributed to Dr W A Wricur.
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de. W. A. Wricur
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Mallory Bros. & Co
Macon, Ga
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American WU Net Agency For
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Besion Datent
Wenn & Clvil Broadway
Usis
MOM & CO
New York City
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Charles E- Hires Co
Philadelphia
Miles
Thinacura
Teinacura CO
Broadway
N.Y
Chichester
Muiaia
Parker
Hindersorns
HERD
Bucklen
Mabel
Blackstone
Young Blackstone
Mark
S. N. Leger
Hayti
Bhanurangse
Siam
Europe
Charles Frohman
England
France
Hood
U.s.journal of Medictre
W.H. Peeke
Iueros
W. KR. Peex
Cedar St
Cohnser’s Bolladenas
John Weld' Neys
Washingt
Histor
Wade & Butcher
Sheffield
A.M. Rothschild
State St
van Buren
Jackson
Chicaco
New York Journal
Bryan and
Sewall
New Spencer Medicine Co
Chattanooga
Tenn
Adrian
Mich
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