Stone in Her Stomach Doctored by Pink Pills
Mrs. Adams wife of Rev A R Adams pastor at Bedford Christian Church Blandinsville Ill describes six years of illness with weight loss left side pain nervousness and dropsy like swelling She credits Dr Williams Pink Pills for Pale People with her recovery after taking them from November meeting relief after the eleventh box and urges others to try them Hundreds of cases have been cured by the pills.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. R. Adams
Bedford Christian Church
Blandinsville
Ill
Dr. Illiams
Elevator Incident Sparks Job Change in Cleveland
A Cleveland Plain Dealer excerpt describes a fat man hiring a small chap after rope failures in the elevator, noting the new worker was chosen because he could handle repeated breakdowns. The dialogue shows a blunt exchange about competence and size as the fat man confronts the elevator operator.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bub
Cleveland Plain Dealer
Castoria safety note urges genuine signature mark
Castoria manufacturers warn mothers to look for the Chas H Fletcher signature to avoid counterfeits. The notice states fraud harms children and that authentic Castoria bears Fletcher's facsimile signature, used under his supervision for over thirty years, with extensive advertising to protect the brand.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Castoria
Chas H. Fletcher
Chas. H. Fletcher
And Such Is Fame In Gossip Column Query
Miss Olive of St Louis asks about the man last recognized as Damrosche the great musical conductor. Mr Wabash recalls Damrosche and Chicago News confirms his road as conductor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Olive
St. Louis
Wabash
Damrosche
Miss Olive
Chicago News
Blood-Cleaning and Household Duty
An editorial urges regular blood cleaning as a household duty and compares it to sweeping dirt. It promotes Cascarets Candy Cathartic as the best cleanser and purifier for the blood and recommends them to readers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cascarets
Advertisements Offer Interesting Bargains and Readable Ads
Readers are invited to study the advertisements for bargains and interest. Advertisers, including Paula, submit what they advertise, promising useful notices and likely good value for shoppers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paula
Salzer Seed Catalogue Promises Wheat Profit At Low Cost
Advertisement touts wining profits from growing wheat at 40 cents a bushel with Salzer's Red Cross winter wheat and other seeds. It claims 80 bushels per acre and offers rye oats clovers and a farm seed catalogue for four cents postage from John A Salzer Seed Co. La Crosse Wisconsin.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Salzer
Red Cross
John A. Salzer
la Crosse
Wis
W.D.U
Phrase Clarifies “better half” Meaning in Indianaplis Journal
The Indianapolis Journal explains that the term better half is a polite way of saying the whole thing. The note appears in a reader prompt about language usage and family terms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tommy—Paw
Mr. Figg
Indianapolis Journal
Dr Klines Great Nerve Restorer Ad Teaser
Advertisement claims permanent cure for nervousness and fits after yesterday's use. Offers free bend and a $2.00 trial bottle with treatise from Dr R H King Ltd at 931 Arch St Philadelphia.
Two Different Views On Wederly-Young Marriage
Mrs. Wederly says Singleton is crazy to marry. Mrs. Wederly-Young asserts he must wed. Chicago News reports a playful exchange reflecting opinions on the match.
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Wederly
Young Singleton
Chicago News
Cosmo Buttermilk Toilet Soap Endorsed in 1895 Ad
An old advertisement proclaims Cosmo Buttermilk Toilet Soap makes the skin soft, white and healthy with solid coverage. A fan quote from Mrs. Joncy Wallace of Marquette Kansas dated December 12 1895 mentions Piso's Cure preventing quick consumption and references framing old masters at an ancient schoolhouse door.
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COSMO
Joncy Wallace
Marquette, Kans
Educate Your Bowels With Cascarets
An old advertisement touts Cascarets candy as a cathartic cure for constipation with a money back offer if it fails. It also notes the Reading Terminal as the end of a serial story.
Raising Calves by Hand for Strong Future Stock
Article by Wm. Gill advises on calf rearing methods from Indiana Farmer. It outlines milk substitutes, flax seed or meal preparations, jelly feed, oats, and skim milk ratios to develop bone and muscle. Emphasizes watchfulness against scours and contrasts good calf buildup with poor, runty calves.
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Wm. Gill
Indiana
Disinfection of stock quarters urged for disease control
The article argues thorough disinfection after every outbreak to prevent mild disease from becoming havoc. It urges removing stock, cleaning barns with sulphuric acid or whitewash, and adopting scientific practices even when a disease seems absent. It warns against short term speculating and stresses prudent herd management over boom gains.
Stock Raising as Foundation of Farming
A. P. Grout argues that stock and manure are essential to soil fertility and that livestock farming should drive farming operations rather than be just a byproduct. He notes Russians avoid eating pigeons due to dove sanctity in scriptures.
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A. P. Grout
Picking Pockets with Toes by Argentine Gauchos
The Boston Transcript reports that Gauchos from Buenos Aires display remarkable dexterity with hands and feet. They can fling lassos and even pick pockets with their toes, as a French fisherman once discovered when a Gaucho discreetly stole his hocks and valuables from his pocket.
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Boston Transcript
Buenos ‘Ayres
Buenos Ayres
Acclimated France Cuba talk causes tense moment
A brief Chicago Tribune dialogue captures a passenger with a skull cap and another with spectacles debating how Cuban climate affects travelers. The word acclimated is discussed, highlighting mispronunciation fears and cultural nuance.
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Cuba
Chicago Tribune
A Philippine Heroine and a Noted Remedy
A Philippine insurgent leader described as a beautiful heroine gains attention for her life and strength. The piece notes many locals appear charmed, but the true charm lies in resilience thanked by Hostetters Stomach Bitters as a celebrated remedy.
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Hostetter
Cascarets advertise beauty and clean blood promises
The ad touts Cascarets candy as a tonic to cleanse blood and liver, claiming it banishes pimples boils blotches and bilious complexions. It urges immediate purchase for 10 cents with options 25 and 50 cents and guarantees satisfaction at druggists.
Quickest way to hospital joke at street corner
A humor item notes a Spaniard asking for directions to the nearest hospital as Ramsey recalls telling him to cross the street and shout three cheers for Spain, a vaudeville style gag observed on the curb.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ramsey
Arthur
Spain
Harper’s Bazar
COSMO BUTTERMILK SOAP Promises Clear Skin
Advertises Cosmo Buttermilk Soap as ideal for perfect cars plerlon and clear healthy skin. Claims sold everywhere and notes some thirsty people say soft drinks are hard to get.
Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup advertised for teething pain
An old advertisement touts Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup claiming it softens gums reduces inflammation soothes teething pain and cures wind colic for 25 cents a bottle. The ad adds a moral line about hurting your feelings being harmful yet unrelated to the product.
Cure Constipation Forever with Cascarets Candy Cathartic
Advertisement claims Cascarets candy cathartic cures constipation and promises a refund if it fails. Mentions price of 10 cents or 230 pounds? unclear. References druggists and a guaranteed money-back offer. An odd line about an early train and baby thoughts appears.
Rumor Sparks Rush to Washington Amid Appointment Talk
A Chicago News snippet notes a rumor that the president would appoint six more colonels. Citizens rush to Washington out of curiosity, but Ackley clarifies there is no fire.
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Billinger
Ackley
Washington
Chicago News
First Iron Bridge Removed in Ohio at Musk ingum County
Within the past month the first iron bridge in Ohio was removed. It spanned Salt Creek on the Central Ohio division of the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad in Muskingum County. Built in 1851, the single span measured 71 feet and was a Bollman deck truss bridge with plate girders. Bollman, chief engineer of construction for the B and O Railroad, designed it.
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State of
Ohio
Salt Creek
Central Ohio
Baltimore and Ohio Railroad
Muskingum County
Insidious speeches prompt readers to skip long texts
A Washington Star quote argues that lengthy speeches have limited impact as readers skip them. The remark suggests readers may miss ideas that could persuade if they were read.
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Washington Star
A Shrewd Suspicion in Washington Star Exchange
In a Washington Star snippet two Spaniards joke about Gen Weyler invading the United States, wondering what paused it. One replies he does not know. the other quips it may be an attack of insomnia.
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Gen. Weyler
United States
Washington Star
No-To-Bac Miracle Worker for Quitting Tobacco
Ad claims No-To-Bac helps men quit tobacco easily and permanently. Promotes magnetic life and vigor with a promise of a certificate guarantee. Offers booklet and sample free via Sterling Remedy Co. Chicago or New York.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sterling Remedy Co
Chicago
New York
Meekton Expresses Wish to Become a Chef
In a dialogue cited by the Washington Star a man named Meekton says he would like to be a chef. His wife reacts sharply, dropping her knife and fork and warning against believing sensational kitchen myths.
Cobbler Craft Leaves Lasting Impression
A report notes skilled cobblers create durable impressions with careful fittings and durable footwear. The piece highlights traditional methods, attention to detail, and the enduring value of well-made shoes.
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