The Test of Love by Aunt Jane
A reflective essay on love as enduring service, not a single heroic act. It contrasts youthful ardor with lifelong duty, praising parental selflessness and the moral growth from caring for family, community, and humanity, framed by Aunt Jane’s homiletic voice.
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Jane
Browns' Iron Bitters advertised to restore strength
An old advertisement claims Browns' Iron Bitters fights weakness by rebuilding blood and tissues. It asserts the tonic soothes nerves, improves complexion, and provides a cheaper alternative to costly medicines, with distribution through all dealers.
Pointed Paragraphs of Wit and Caution
A collage of wry maxims and quips on marriage pride and human foibles. It cites humor about art, money, self obsession, and social behavior, ending with a testimonial for One Minute Cough Cure from Evans City Globe. Dr. W. A. Wriaur signature appears.
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Evans City
Globe
W. A. Wriaur
DeWitts Little Early Risers Promote Quick Relief
An advertisement touts DeWitts Little Early Risers as a pleasant cure for sick headache billiousness constipation and all liver and stomach troubles. The claim notes high regard from Dr W A Wricut and urges readers to try the pills for fast relief.
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W. A. Wricut
Miles
L. C. Bramley
Henry St
St. Catherines
Ontario
Dr. Miles
Monkey wrench confession ends a quarrel in Chicago News
After a heated quarrel a man tries to kill himself with a weapon only to reveal a monkey wrench borrowed on a prior day. The woman begs him to drop the idea, and they reconcile in the parlor, resuming their romance. The incident is reported by the Chicago News.
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Chicago News
Albert
Honored Patriot Lost Sons and War Reflections
Washington citizen Henry A. Pixton recalls his two sons who served in the war and one who died at Santiago while the other remains in service with the Fifth United States Cavalry. He speaks of loyalty, sacrifice, and the cost of defending the flag amid personal grief. The piece weaves in newspaper quotes and other observations from the era.
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Henry A. Pixton
Washington
Santiago
Antilles
Mr. Pixton
England
Post
War Department
Harry
Fifth United States Cavalry
First
New Jersey Infantry
Phil Kearney
Camp Alger
Will
Washington Post
Helpful Thoughts on Daily Virtue and Self Improvement
A reflective piece urges diligence in study and self improvement to benefit others. It emphasizes cheerful submission to divine will, cultivating virtue, and consciously shaping a life that leaves beautiful impressions. It urges daily self examination to avoid repeating mistakes.
Local Resident Praises De Witt’s Little Early Risers
Bob Moore of Lafayette Indiana says De Witt’s Little Early Risers are perfect for constipation and never gripe. Trial urged with doctor noted as W A Wrient.
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Bob Moore
Lafayette
Ind
de Witt
Witty Aphorisms From An Antiquated Page
A string of observations contrasts traits in men and women with humor. It notes the tramp’s puncture proof tire, bold suitors, and wisdom of self analysis. The author muses on self made men and the social games of attention and fate.
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Money
Poor
Eve
Adam
John White Chadwick
Lieve
Perry Davis & Son
Brothers In Arms
Auu Yur Tavuniud
W. A. Wrient
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New York
Boston
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