Des Moines Woman Credits Lydia Pinkham Remedy For Avoided Operation
A Des Moines Iowa woman says Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound saved her from an operation after a serious female illness. A Richmond Indiana client also reports renewed strength and ability to move into a new home and tend farm tasks after using the remedy. The advertisement notes many cases benefited without surgery and invites letters to the Lydia E Pinkham Medicine Co for confidential guidance.
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Lydia E. Pinkham
Des Moines
Iowa
Blanche Jefferson
Lyon St
Richmond
Ind
M. O. Johnston
Route D
Box 190
Hope Fuels Vision of a Bright Future
In a hopeful note, the phrase underscores belief that optimistic thinking shapes upcoming progress and better prospects for communities and individuals alike. The tone emphasizes forward-looking attitudes and the power of aspiration to guide actions.
Boschee's German Syrup Featured as Cold Remedy
Advertisement promotes Boschee's German Syrup as a preventive for illnesses from sudden weather changes. It claims fifty years of success for coughs colds and throat or lung troubles and notes it aids sleep and morning excretion. Bottles priced 25 and 75 cents sold by druggists worldwide.
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Boschee
Civilized World
Do You Neglect Your Machinery
Advises weekly cleansing of the body as preventive care and promotes Dr. Pierce’s Pleasant Pellets for laxative use. Claims the Golden Medical Discovery banishes skin issues and blood impurities, strengthening and invigorating the system. Describes product forms, origins, and dealer availability.
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Dr. Pierce
Pierce
Cat Show Prizes Sparked Unusual Victory
A humorous report notes a dog winning a cat show by taking the cat as prize. The playful claim circulates as a witty exchange about the unlikely upset.
RedCross Bag Blue Ad Claims Beautifies Clothes
An old advertisement urges readers to request Red Cross Bag Blue with the promise it makes white clothes look better. It touts availability at all good grocers and presents a concise promotional note.
Two Girls Reflect on Birthplace and Pride
Two Norwegian native parents listen to a lecturer praising Norway. One girl boasts about being born in Norway. The other quips she would rather be born in America and already be there. Source: Christian Herald.
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Norway
America
Christian Herald
Allen's Foot-Ease for the Troops in Drills
Advertises Allen's Foot-Ease antiseptic powder for shaking into shoes or foot baths to rest feet and prevent friction. Claims use by Allied forces and troops in drills for Military Preparedness. Ends with a customer interaction about a delivery and collection.
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Allen
Mothers Duty to Protect Child from All Preventable Diseases
The article urges mothers to shield children from preventable illnesses to ensure healthy growth. It highlights the burden of caring for ten million under-fives, stresses early care and nutrition, and advocates regular medical checks, isolating sick children, and expanding infant and preschool examinations, especially through Baby Week campaigns.
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United States
Birth Registration Shines In War Time Need
Birth records become critical amid war as prove identity and inheritance. A Washington family illustrates how missing birth certificates can hinder citizenship, inheritance, and proof of age, prompting calls for universal, timely registration and local follow up during Baby Week. The Children's Bureau provides guidance and pamphlets on birth-registration tests and general birth registration.
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Washington
France
New England
New York
Pennsylvania
Maryland
Michigan
Minnesota
District of Columbia
Census Bureau
Children’s Bureau
Children’s Bureau of
United States Department of Labor
Clever George and Mabel Oh Body Discovery
In a terse exchange the pair discuss a noon report of a dead body and await George Aright to sit up with the corpse, revealing a grim scene and a startled tone.
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George
Mabel
Les
Cure Skin Troubles With Cuticura Free Trial
An advertisement promotes Cuticura soap and ointment offering free samples by mail with a book. It claims relief for itching burning eczema pimples dandruff and baby skin troubles and suggests daily use to prevent escalation. Postal postcard from Cuticura Dept. L Boston. Also a short joke about sending a dog by parcel post.
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Cuticura
Dept. L
Boston
No humbug Apply a few drops then lift with fingers
A brief note instructs applying a small amount of liquid and lifting it away with fingers. It emphasizes minimal product use and manual removal. The tone resembles practical guidance or a quick how to tip from a consumer article.
Freezone advertised corn remover from Cincinnati chemist
An ether compound named freezone is advertised as an inexpensive drop on corn or callus that loosens and removes it painlessly. The ad claims instant relief, no irritation, and that the product works on hard and soft corns and between toes. It urges druggists to stock it and assures no humbug or burning.
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Cincinnati
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W. V. Bennett
Bee Bldg
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WPT
Hera
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the Gentaur Company
Castoria
Bright
Dean
Colorado
Frank Low
First St
Loveland
Colo
Doan
Foster-Milburn CO
Buffalo
P.P.L.E
Levi Strauss & Co
San Francisco
John van Riper Investment Co
Wyoming
Equitable Bldg
Denver
Col
Haanstad & McKee
16Th Street
Watson E.coleman
Washington,d.c
Specialties CO
S. Broadway
Carter
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Arter
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