Historic Indian Chief Ailiance of Christian Island Passes
The Penetanguishene Herald reports the passing of Chief Ailiance of the Christian Island Bands. He led Chippewa communities for years and descended from a family central to regional pioneer history. The narrative traces land treaties from 1785 to 1798 and 1815, missionary work, and early evangelistic efforts in the area around Penetanguishene, Midland, and surrounding reserves.
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Ailiance
David Aissance
Chippeways
Chief Aissance
Penetanguishene
Goode
Lake Simcoe
Georgian Bay
Lake
Midland
Aissance
Hurry Ends in Indigestion
A brief health note warns that rushed eating leads to indigestion. It advises chewing food thoroughly to avoid stomach troubles from quick lunches and bolting meals.
Surprising Household Tips From a Past Era
A half lemon kept under a glass preserves flavor and prevents drying. A floor mirror in a dressing room helps spot uneven skirts. Do not soak hand painted or gilt china in hot water as decorations may be ruined.
The Earth as a Moon Seen From Venus and Moon view
The piece explains how Venus would perceive Earth as a bright disk when near, potentially offering a distant second moon. It contrasts Earth’s appearance from Venus with the Moon’s view from Earth, noting Europas, continents discernible like papier mache and substantial reflected light enabling near daylight for the lunar observer.
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Venus
Earth
Professor Todd
St. Louis Republic
Gold Hiders of Aborqueta Kill for Gold on Sierra Peak
The Aurohuacos, a secretive tribe atop Aborqueta in northern Colombia, worship gold and murder miners for it. Their neighbors the Talemancas trade gold or emeralds for whiskey, but the Aurohuacos hoard gold dust and coin, hiding wealth in mountain fastnesses while locals dream of Colombia’s riches.
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Aborqueta
Sierras de San Marta
Colombia
Aurobanco
Talemancas
Talemanca
Republic of Colombia
Aurobuncos
Sentinel
New York World
Dew Ponds Then and Now at Gibraltar
The article describes ancient English dew ponds and their modern counterparts at Gibraltar where drinking water is collected by dew condensation. It explains the primitive method of hollowing ground, laying dry straw, and covering with clay, later improved by asphalt or cement under straw, with current practice using wood and sheet iron.
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England
Rock of
Gibraltar
The Howards and Austrians in Genealogy Debate
The London Globe notes the Howards as Saxon in origin with the name Hereward. It cites that trustworthy authorities place the dukes of Norfolk as the oldest family in the world, with records dating back to 957.
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Austria
Dukes of Norfolk
London Globe
There is one thing women could grasp in politics
A Baltimore American quotation notes a remark about women and political reform. The line imagines that with voting rights, women would understand sweeping reforms when they are considered, reflecting early 20th century debates on suffrage and political insight.
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Baltimore American
Alliston East Ward School Board Nomination Scare
Citizens ready to sacrifice themselves for duty are scarce says the Herald. At the December nomination meeting no candidates were proposed for the East Ward, and a Thursday special nomination meeting yielded no names, no nominations.
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Alliston
East Ward
Zam-Buk praised for four-year sore healing
Mrs. Wilson of 110 Wickson Ave Toronto credits Zam-Buk with curing a right jaw area sore that resisted fifteen years of doctor visits and various treatments. She used Zam-Buk for three weeks and, within a month, the sore healed and left only a pale patch. The ad urges trying Zam-Buk for eczema ulcers and other skin ailments, priced 50c, available at druggists or by mail from Zam-Buk Co. Toronto.
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Zam-Buk Co
Toronto
Public Meeting Highlights Child Aid Work in Guelph
The Annual Public Meeting of the Children's Aid Society in Town Hall drew about 300 attendees. Amos Tovell spoke on child saving, stressing prevention and the aim to rescue neglected children. High-class stereopticon views aided the talk, and the gathering was the largest yet for the local Society.
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Children’s Aid Society
Donald Ross
McLeod
J H. Morgan
Amos Tovell
Guelph
Tovell
Barrie
Crease
J. R. Aikenhead
Kidney Pills Promote Health Amid Weak Kidneys
Overwork and illness injure kidneys, causing aches, weakness, and urinary troubles. Booth's Kidney Pills claim to directly support kidney function and curb related ailments, with testimonials from Mrs. R yan of Barrie praising them. Sold for 50 cents by The D H MacLaren Drug Store and R T Booth Co Limited Fort Erie as Canadian agents. Also YOME cures respiratory ailments with money back guarantee via H G Robertson.
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Bright
Booth
Barrie
Ryan
Worsley St
Ont
D. H. MacLaren
R. T. Booth Co., Ltd
Fort Erie
IH. G. Robertson
Minard’s Liniment Co advertisements claim cure for elbow injury
A St. Joseph reader details a 13 year old daughter injured after slipping from a sleigh and suffering a stiff elbow. Four bottles of Minard’s Liniment allegedly cured her and she has had no trouble for two years. Letter dated August 18 1900.
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Minard’s Liniment Co., Limited
Minard
How a Girl May Become Popular
The March Delineator suggests popularity rests on kindness and tact beyond looks voice or money. It advises girl readers to be kind forget themselves read noble books think nobly and bring beauty into life, with practical tips like polite manners and thoughtful conversation.
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Hope Canby
March
Old tablecloths reused for soft face towels
The article advises cutting out the best parts of old tablecloths, hemming them, and using them as face towels due to their delightful softness.
Simple wash promises cure for eczema by D D D
An advertisement touts a wash called D D D Prescription made from oil of wintergreen thymol and glycerine claimed to halt itch and cure eczema. It invites readers to request a free trial bottle from D D D Laboratories in Toronto and notes it is sold by druggists. The report also lists numerous names likely participants or subscribers in a testimonial section.
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D. D. D. Laboratories
Dept. B. F
Jordan St
Toronto
Soak Figs or Prunes Before Stewing for Richer Flavor
Soak the fruit for several hours prior to stewing and cook in the same soaking water. This method preserves sweetness and builds richer flavor in the finished dish.
Caution on Dressing Tables Mirrors and Raisins
Be careful where you place dressing tables and mirrors as sun light can destroy bevel French plate and backing, a costly restoration. Dampness causes damage too. For stone raisins, pour boiling water over night to ease removal and prevent tearing. dry as usual, but longer.
Stop Your Hair From Falling With Salvia Tonic
It is not often you can buy a preparation with such a strong guarantee attached to it as given with every bottle of Salvia The Hair Tonic. If your hair is falling out or has lost its life or if you are troubled with it, Salvia promises noticeable improvement with daily use.
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Canada
MacLaren Imperial Cheese Co., Ltd
Toronto, Can
Rial
Fay
EN Imperia
G. G. Smith & CO
Corner Colter and Gast Bayfield Sts
Yonge St
Methodist Church
Elder Case
Peter Jones
John Aissance
Holland Landing
Allsance
Ke-ne-wah-se-noo
Yellowhead
Penetanguisbene
Sir John Colborne
Upper Canada
Port Credit
Coldwater
Beausoliel
Christian Islande
Beecham
the Howards
Zam-Buk
the Children’s Aid
J. B. Livesque
St. Joseph, P. O
Goa
Shiloh
Willie
Son
John
Siiloh
Shilon
Sita
Walkerville
Montreal
John Crispin
T. O’neill
Phelpston
John Quinn
Orillia
John Rogers
Bradford
Frank Steele
Gilford
Chas. Wright
Minesing
Oro
Adele Curtis
Roy Beardsall
Fred le Feuvre
Edna Bertram
Ritchard Coward
Edna Church
Andrew Ruthven
Victoree
Fred Bennett
Johnnie
Beard Ball
Ewart Emms
Wallace Beardgall
Milford Bertram
Willie Burtchwell
Hope Church
Birdie Healey
Jeffrey Bertram
Goldie Healey
Jack Chorch
Victor Church
Jack Chaurehb
Goldie Bealey
Richard Coward
N. Palmer
MacLaren
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