Last Job At Burglary Turns Honest After Clerk Aid
A would be bank robber narrates a failed break in at the Tenth National Bank Elfen. He recalls a steady clerk who persuaded him to abandon violence, provided a safe alternative, and offered a way to regain honesty. The pair form a fragile bond as dawn nears and the thief contemplates a future free from crime.
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Tenth National Bank
Elfen
Tors
Janka
Mynelf
Ck Jou
Pena
Awhille
Thomas J. Christie
Advice to Young Women From Pinkham in Massachusetts
A note encourages young women to seek guidance from Lydia E. Pinkham of Lynn Massachusetts for health concerns. The advisory emphasizes she is a mother who understands and suggests writing to her for reliable illness related advice based on letters she receives.
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Ferars
Pinkham
Lynn
Masa
Thoas
Mer
Pinkham's Vegetable Compound Promises Cure for Women
Ellen letters praise Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound for female ailments. Abby Barrows of Selgonjin reports relief from headaches backache and irregularities after using the remedy and advice. Elsie Hook of Chelsea, ten years old, says it cured pains with the treatment. The advertisements claim the product has aided thousands with inflammation ulcers irregularities and backache.
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E. Pinkham
Abby F. Barrows
Selgon- Jin
Lydia E
Fragmentary Scrapbook Snippets and Theatrical Snatches
A jumble of clipped phrases from The New York Press and other periodicals features a streetcar fare dispute with a mother and child, a reflective poem about marriage, and a playwright’s blunt exchange at a stage door. The pieces read like a collage of late 19th century social bits and literary quips.
Benevolent Gentleman Praises Boy For Cleaning Wet Papers
In a Boston Post item a small boy with a bundle of papers is seen in a street fountain. A kind elderly man scolds the boy for dampening papers to appear fresh, saying the trick fools readers about dating. The boy jokes about future employment.
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Boston Post
The Order of St Patrick and the Thistle Compared
A London writer notes that the Order of St Patrick dates from 1783 and was founded by George III, not rivaling the ancient Thistle revived by James I in 1087. The blue riband of St Patrick’s is linked to its blue hackles, while Thistle’s green imagery recalls Erin’s verdant tale. State ceremonies often confuse the two orders.
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Order of St. Patrick
London
George Itl
Order of the Thistle
James 1
St. Patrick's
Scotland
Seth
Davis
Erin
Birthday congratulations for Samuel Gompers in labor circles
The piece notes President Samuel Gompers of the American Federation of Labor receiving widespread congratulations on his eighty eighth birthday. It mentions favors poetry and kind words from fellow workers in the cause of humanity and expresses curiosity about past leadership terms and events referenced as perjury.
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Sammuel Gompers
American Federation of Labor
Cause of Humanity
Eegaulzad
The Baker Mystery and Exhumed Body Probe
Friends of Walter P Baker, who died suddenly after a fight with Frank J Hunt, report authorities in New Jersey and New York are investigating claims by Baker’s brother that the death was due to poisoning. The body has been exhumed and moved to New Jersey for review, with efforts to substantiate foul play.
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Boston
Watler P Baker
Thivelty
Ton Howe
Frank J. Hunt
Rogita
Jerey
Biker
Hackensack
Reity
Mr. Beker
Walter F. Baker
Mysterious Death of Walter Baker Probed in New York
The lengthy report details Walter V. Bakers death in 4 wheation, with his Boston fortune and the ensuing New York and New Jersey investigations. It notes embalming, transfer to Boston, a contested will, and involvement of private investigators, with subpoenas expected as authorities pursue further examination and possible court actions.
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New York
Walter V. Baker
Boston
Baker
Ridgefield Park
Toyote
Hurd
Tie
Ute Llmeyer
Pourte
Ethelen
Jaouary
Flo
Walter
Eheu
Thoston
Forest Hille
New Jersey
Lotirie
Koerler
Ant
Bayote Vines
Magiert
Mrs Hurts Aivter
Walter Ralistete
Jin
Miter
Mike Death
Ale City
Conner Wutmpesee
Conner Wutmpesee A Se Ieee — Sebtude
Conertiaker
Woman's World Health And Beauty Remedies
A column advises on beauty and home remedies, including skin care methods to alter facial features with creams and trimming, treating burns with oil water and flour, ink stain removal using oxalic acid, and eyelash enhancement through vaseline rubs. It promotes DIY beauty practices and eye care tips as ways to improve appearance.
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Veseilne
Ima
Novel paper bag with foldable sides and handle
A description of a new paper bag design for retailers. The bag resembles a nail tag but adds foldable sides and bottom. Perforations near the top form holes for a string that becomes a handle when folded. The design reinforces perforations to prevent tearing, enabling carrying multiple items single handedly.
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Tle
Guests Cards For Elegant Table Seating Aid
A discussion of dinner cards and seating plans for entertaining guests. It highlights practical and decorative card strategies, including a Paris style wire rack card holder and a moveable guest list to improve table harmony and avoid awkward seatings.
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Mu Savas
Lumebwon
Minner
Imost
Fenton
Amute
Paris
Brevoh Wurkwen
Pape’s Dia胃 Digestion Aid Promises Quick Relief
An ad style note claims Pape’s Dia digestion pills cure indigestion in minutes. It touts a 22 grain Triqugule preparation and a Triangle pill, promising total digestion of meals and removal of gas, impurities, and heaviness with no side effects.
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Pape
Vail
Artful household hints and curious fashion notes
A pasted column offers tips on making artificial flower clusters and clever curtain care. It describes using small dia per cards as decorative stems, cautions about souvenir theft, and provides curtain length fixes. Additional notes cover scented handkerchief care with arrowroot and borax to keep stiffness, plus a remark on Japanese fashion history.
Duck Shover and Swanker Debating Debt in Court
A London courtroom scene features Judge Willis, a plain-tif and a debtor as the man who gets things on credit is derided as a duck shover and swanker. The judge clarifies the term with laughter, an order for five shillings monthly is issued amid humorous banter.
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Willis
K. C
Duck Shover
Dock Shover
Swanker
London News
Missing Word Musical Game For Young Folks
An Victorian style column from the London Chronicle describes a party game session for children and guests. It details a word missing exercise with musical terms and a spoons game, plus snippets of playful dialogue. The piece reflects social entertainments and light humor of a past era.
The First Advertier Saga Reflected In A Farmer Tale
A New Orleans Times-Democrat fragment imagines the first advertiser while the author studies his History of Advertising. A farmer speculates on the elusive origin of advertising mentioning the person you are seeking, noting no extant data exists.
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New Orleans
World Goss On
A brief note reflects on work and effort in a changing world. It suggests many imagine their work is essential, yet progress persists even as individuals pass away. The tone echoes a local column musing on time, value, and human endeavor.
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Ote
Atchison Giube
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Health and Beauty
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