Daniel Webster and the turning point in his career
The article traces Daniel Webster from a shy student who cried on his first attempts to speak to a self assured lawyer who chose to speak with substance. It notes his early failures his resolve after criticism and his prodigious work ethic in school and farm life. It highlights the pivotal moment when he rejected a court clerkship to speak for himself and the impact of his personal presence in public life.
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Webster
New Hampshire
Boston
Daniel Webster
Cough remedies and cold care advertised in 19th century notice
An advertisement touts Cham ilain n Cough Remedy from S. Keener & Co of Tomotia C and Foley's Orino Laxative as non gagging laxative remedies. It promotes Preventics candy tablets for early colds with no quinine or harsh ingredients and claims pneumonia could be avoided with prompt care. It ends with a moral line about minding your own business.
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S. Keener & Co
Tomotia, C
J. W. Peeler
Grippe
Lards’ Poor Quality Affects Digestion Says Expert
A health note warns that much store bought lard is unfit for human consumption. It cites concerns about origin suggesting uncleanliness and unhealthfulness and notes greasy foods from such lard can interfere with digestion.
Night Alarm and Home Cough Remedies Promised
An alarm at night is worsened by a metallic croup cough, mothers urged to use Foley's Honey and Tar, claimed to save lives and safe for children. Dr Shoop promotes Restorative for Stomach Heart and Kidney nerves with free booklet and samples, plus a catarrh remedy offer and mail solicitation from Racine Wis.
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Foley
Saunders Drug Co
Favorite Prescription and Dr Pierce Remedies Promoted
An advertisement extols Favorite Prescription as a proven cure for female weakness and pelvic discomfort. It claims glyceric extracts from native medicinal roots, no alcohol, and sworn ingredients. It touts endorsements by medical writers and grateful patients, urging readers to avoid unknown substitutes and to trust Dr Pierce's Pleasant Pellets as the original Little Liver Pills.
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Dr. Pierce
Cough Remedy Ad Promotes Foley’s Honey and Tar Use
An old advertisement urges readers to keep Foley’s Honey and Tar for coughs colds croup and whooping cough claiming it stops coughing and expels the cold. It mentions Saunders Drug Co and notes a local dealer J. W. Peeler. Also advertises a Dauy favorite and Semi-Weekly Dallas News subscription for 82.75.
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Dallas News
Ballard's Snow Liniment Promises Fast Relief
An ad claims Baby Hands will misbehave often causing burns cuts or scalds and urges applying Ballard's Snow Liniment immediately to ease pain and speed healing. It promotes cures for sprains rheumatism and pains with bottle sizes of 250 500 and Sila. Sold by Saunders Drug Co.
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Ballard
Saunders Drug Co
Ballard’s Horehound Syrup Promises Quick Cough Relief
An old advertisement touts Ballard’s Horehound Syrup to stop a cough lasting over two months. It claims effectiveness for coughs colds on chest influenza bronchitis and pulmonary troubles with prices 25 cents 50 cents and 1 dollar. Sold by Saunders Drug Co. The second line paraphrases a humorous quip about young men.
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Ballard
Saunders Drug Co
Do Not Neglect The Children Bowels This Season
An old advisory urges immediate attention to a child's looseness with abdominal symptoms. It recommends Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhea Remedy followed by castor oil as directed. The note is signed by J. W. Peeler.
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Chamberlain
J. W. Peeler
Local Markets Price Corrections Noted
The Local Markets lists items with fixed prices that remain stable until a daily change occurs. When prices adjust, all affected entries will be updated to reflect the new figures.
Foley's Honey and Tar Promises Cure for Coughs
An advertisement touts Foley's Honey and Tar as a sensational remedy for severe coughs and colds that resisted other treatments. It claims the product will stop coughs heal the lungs and expel the cold it contains no harmful drugs and is backed by Snaunders Drug Co. The notice also invites readers to place ads in the WEEKLY Favorite which is published every Thursday.
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Saunders Drug Co
Foley
Snaunders Drug Co
Hall's Catarrh Cure Offered as Blood Remedy
Catarrh is described as a blood or constitutional disease and requires internal remedies. Hall's Catarrh Cure is presented as an internal treatment that acts on the blood and mucous surfaces. The advertisement claims it is not a quack medicine and urges sending for testimonials from F. J. Cheney & Co of Toledo, with a 13n price and distribution by druggists.
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Hall
F. J. Cheney & Co
Props
Toledo
Dauggiste
Worn Out Cough Remedies Promoted By Advertisers
An old advertisement touts Ballard's Horehound Syrup and Dr. Shoop's Cough Cure as safe, effective cough remedies. It claims to heal lungs and bronchial membranes, contains no opium or chloroform, and advises mothers to use Dr. Shoop's for children. The piece ends with a curious note on female pugilists and women’s rights.
Kidney Remedy Claim Promises Health Benefits
An advertisement asserts Foley's Kidney Remedy can correct irregularities and cure kidney or bladder disorders. It urges immediate use to prevent Bright's disease and diabetes, presenting a bold health claim for lifelong wellbeing.
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Foley
Ioley
Bright
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Saunders Dang Co
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N. K. Fairbank Company
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Org
Metropolitan Magazine
Theetropolitan Magazine
Heaven
Kennedy
DeWitt
Saunders Drug Company
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