Popular patent remedies claim miracle cures in ads
A string of testimonial lines touts Kodol Dyspepsia Cure and Foley kidney products. W R Wilkinson from Albany Tennessee cites life saving digestion relief, while J E Watkins of Chillicothe Missouri endorses lasting dyspepsia relief. Beggs Blood Purifier is promoted as a cure for impure blood and spring medicine.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. R. Wilkinson
Albany, Tenn
A. L Bibbins
Fred Ackerman
Moberly, Mo
A. L. Bibbing
J. E. Watkins
Chillicothe, Mo
A. L. Bibbins
Morley’s Wonderful Height Cure Promises Quick Pain Relief
An advertisement touts Morley’s Wonderful Height as a universal remedy for cholera, diarrhea, colic, cramps, lameness, sprains, lumbago, swellings, headaches and body pains, neuralgia, rheumatism, and toothache. Free trial battles offered at A. L. Bibbins.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Morley
A. L. Bibbins
Sprained Ankle Quickly Cured by Pain Balm
Geo. E. Cary of the Guide in Washington Virginia recounts a severe ankle sprain and says after trying several medicines he found relief with Chamberlain's Pain Balm. He reports a complete cure quickly and notes it is sold by A L Bibbins.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Geo. E. Cary
the Guide
Washington, Va
O Chamberlain
A. L. Bibbins
Bucklen’s Salve Promises Quick Relief for Skin Ailments
An 19th century style advertisement touts Bucklen’s Salve as a universal remedy for volcanic eruptions skin eruptions and joy-robbing sores. It claims to cure old running and fever sores ulcers boils felons corns warts cuts bruises burns scalds chapped hands chilblains and piles. Sold by A L Bibbins druggist at 25 cents a box with a guaranteed cure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. Borden
Saumsville
D. R. Johnson
Blackshell
Swift Specific Co
Atlanta, Ga
A. L. Bibbins
Beggs Hair Renewer Restores Dandruff-Free Hair Says Walsh
A reader from Iowa City testifies that Beggs Hair Renewer cleared dandruff at once and allowed hair to regrow after years of trouble. The endorsement comes from W. J. Walsh and is cited by A. L. Bibbins.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. J. Walsh
Iowa City
Iowa
A. L. Bibbins
De Witts Little Early Risers Promote Cleanse
The text endorses De Witts Little Early Risers as the easiest method to purify the blood and invigorate the system, describing them as famous little pills for cleansing the liver and bowels.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
de Witt
A. L. Bibbins
State of Affairs in the Philippines Ferdinand I Reign Recapped
Dow C. W. Musser outlines the Spanish conquest of Mindanao and Sulu, detailing Sultan Ferdinand I's captivity, the failed expedition from Zamboanga, and the Moro resistance. He notes the Sultan’s later reinstatement and ongoing conflict with Christian powers, plus a brewing tariff dispute over Sulu trade.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ferdinand I
Manila
Ferdinand
Zamboanga
Mindanao
Sulu
Maestro de Campo
Tawi Tawi
Archipelago
Prince Azin
Sultanate
Philippines
United States
Sultan of
Jolo
Sulu Islands
Spain
Great Britain
Germany
Congress
Dow C. W. Musser
Noisy Rainy Railroad Duty Sparks Medical Reform Ad
An on duty station agent risks exposure in rain and snow, leading to bronchitis fears and urging Dr. Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery as non narcotic remedy. A Kansas man reports chronic bronchitis relief after four bottles, praising improved lung health and digestion with Dr Pierces products.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Doctor Pierce
Golden Medical
Golden Medical “Discovery
T. B. Staples
Hsq
Barclay
Osage County
Kang
Dr. Pierce
Hay and Open Door Policy Reassessed for China
An Omaha World Herald commentary cautions Secretary Hay that the Open Door may slam shut anytime. It notes initial claims of a firm understanding with continental powers on China spheres of influence proved vague, as Russia offered nothing and others only promised if others would. The piece urges Hay to push harder, even remove the door and replace it with an archway.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hay
Omaha ‘World- Herald
United States
China
England
Russia
Germany
France
Japan
Italy
War Fears Grow From Pekin Crisis as China Faces Allied Entry
The St Louis Republic notes the murder of Germany’s minister to China and destruction of Pekin legations signal a potential broad conflict with allied powers. The piece warns of a looming European war and the possible dismemberment of China, while comments on unrest in Hopkins and local notices appear amid broader international tension.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
China
Legation
Pekin
Hina
St. Louis Republic
Russia
England
Japan
Electric Bitters claimed to free woman from disease chains
Manchester Michigan resident George D Williams recounts how his wife, long bedridden for five years, regained ability to move after using two bottles of Electric Bitters. The advertisement touts the remedy as the supreme cure for female ailments, nervousness, sleeplessness, melancholy, and other ailments, promising quick, guaranteed relief for 50 cents per bottle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George D. Williams
Manchester
Mich
A. Bibbins
Kidney Troubles: Letters About Mrs Pinkham’s Cure
A collection of letters from women describing relief from kidney and bladder issues using Lydia E. Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound. Testimonials from Miss Emma Frederick of Troy Ohio and others recount long-standing ailments, backache, leucorrhea, and improved health after using the remedy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Bansaisg
Windsor, Pa
Gems and Doctrines From Diverse Denominations
A column compiling religious thoughts from various denominations. Quoted sermons discuss faith reason and divine guidance, with remarks from Episcopal Rev McKonon Presbyterian Rev Payson Sivedenborginn Rev Bow en Christian Church Rev Harvout Ethical Culture Dr Adler and Rev Proctor. The piece also notes a Des Moines milk adulteration decision involving boracic acid.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McKonon
Episcopal
Kansas City
Christ
George Hubbard Payson
Presbyterian
Rahway
N. J
Do You Get Up With A Lane Back
Public notice reproduces a vintage advertisement for Kilmer’s Swamp Root kidney and bladder remedy. It touts cures for kidney and bladder trouble, urges readers to request a free sample by mail, and directs mentioning the paper when replying to Kilmer & Co. in Binghamton NY.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bright
Foley
Remington & Bailie
Druke Kilmer
Kilmer
Dr. Kilmer & Go
Binghamton, Ny
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Justice of the Peace
Bedford
Beall’s Grocery
West Side Court Street
Gray
En FY
Hebra
Dru
Eneas
Eirealer
Toledo
E. C. DeWitt &Co
Chicago
Rmor Plate Stockings
Osiery ‘Mill Ay
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E.crum
F. R. Walker
C.G. Martin
Chas. B. Baily
Bedfordational Bank
Bedford, Iowa
J.M. Thompsey
C. Monier Cuas
G. Manin
W. E. Crum
F.B. WaLgiEr
Frank Dunning
A. P. Evans
H. P. Long Tes
The
Citizens Bank
Haddock Investment
Barbers
Thomas & Fitch
Court Street
Proprietors
Shiloh
H. B. Rhoads Dreg Co
U. S
Thomas & Brown
John Schwertly
J. Lindsay
East Side
Lowa
State “of Affairs
Maryville
Jesse
Jefferson City
Burlington Junction
Hopkins
Ella Remington
Elmer E. Hagan
Dickerson
South Dakota
Hopkins Journal
Frederick
Bra
Pinkham
D. V. Bowen
Sivedenborginn
San Jose
Cal
A. M. Harvout
Christian Church
Cincinnati
Felix Adler
Ethical Culture
New York
Henry H. Proctor
Congregational
Atlanta
Des Moines
Bishop
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