Scarlet Fever Back Ailment Heals With Pink Pills
A Newark woman recalls eighteen years of back pain after scarlet fever and a failed hospital operation. She credits Dr Williams Pink Pills with restoring her health after months of use, noting renewed strength and absence of pain. The pills are sold in boxes for 50 cents each or six for $2.50.
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Evening News
Newark
N. J
Annie Dale
Bruce Street
St. Michael’s Hospital
High Street
Central Avenue
Dr Williams
Dr. Williams’ Medicine Company
Schenectady
N. Y
Hog disease devastates McLean and nearby counties
Farmers report a rapidly spreading hog disease that has already destroyed thousands of pigs. The illness differs from Cholera, causes swelled hogs that often burst before death, and shows inflamed congested organs on post mortem exams. It now affects nearly every township in the county and nearby areas.
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Mclean
Renewed health promised by Syrup of Figs
The advertisement touts Syrup of Figs as a rejuvenating laxative that brings renewed health and internal cleanliness. It contrasts this with old time medicines and cheap substitutes rejected by the well informed.
Fortune From Lard Invention By Mme Zenowsky
Mme Zenowsky an American wife of a Russian built a fortune with a new material made from lard. She observed a chemical change in lard near paper on a window sill, creating a thin transparent substance, then produced the material artificially for use in paper flowers and tissue paper.
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Mme. Zenowsky
Philadelphia Ledger
Parker’s Ginger Tente and the realizing properties
A fragment notes Parker’s Ginger Tente and the belief in its realizing properties, with a speaker affirming a mother’s stance and urging familiarity with the product’s perceived effects.
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Parker
Newton Recites Powers Of Numbers Under One Hundred
A note highlights Sir Isaac Newton's remarkable memory for the first six powers of every number below one hundred. The claim emphasizes his mathematical prowess and mental calculation skills.
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Sir Isaac Newton
Hintercorns Relief Earns Praises at Drugstores
A brief note highlights Hintercorns producing noticeable relief as coins are taken out and customers praise the remedy at druggists.
Anarchists in France Under Surveillance Across Europe
About 2 000 people in France are labeled anarchists and watched by police across Europe. Of these, 200 are French and 1 800 foreigners, with Italy leading at 500 and Switzerland 300. Occupations span shoemakers, carpenters, and day laborers, while educated professions are scarce. Russians show a high student share at 30 percent.
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France
Italy
Switzerland
Germany
Russia
Austria
Belgium
le Pigaro
Kickapoo Indian Sagwa Promoted as Rheumatism Cure
An ad style notice claims rheumatism stems from blood acids and says Kickapoo Indian Sagwa cures by cleansing the system. It cites Mrs. Jennie Chambers of Rideway California, swearing seven days of relief, plus external Kickapoo Oil for local pain.
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Jennie Chambers
Rideway
California
A Troublesome Girl. Chapter II Continues
Barbour and Amory discuss watching a rebellious young violinist who may clash with her grandfather. Barbour hopes to help her yet fears losing control of the situation as she defiantly declares she will have her own path.
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Barbour
Amory
Dicky Sylvester
I would do what I pleased and have my will
A reflective line about personal choice and contentment, expressing the idea that pursuing one’s own desires leads to satisfaction, yet suggests continual longing and an endless quest for fulfillment. The quote frames contentment as desirable but never final.
Fiery quarrel over marriage tests Eleanor and Noel
In a country drawing room, Eleanor Fairfax resists her grandfather Lord Carbyne's plan that she wed Noel. He threatens disinheritance, while she clings to her violin and dreams of a public career, dreaming of freedom and fame against family pressure.
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Grandpapa
Miss Fairfax
Eleanor
Pshaw
Lord Carbyne
Noel
Carbyne Castle
Mr. Barbour
Nell
Carbyne
Mary Sylvester and Nell Argue Over Suitors and Love
In a private drawing room, Mary Sylvester and Nell Fairfax debate marriage options. Nell urges Mary toward Noel, while Mary resists a rich but stern Colonel Dalrymple and hints at Charley Lyons or Sir John Amery as possible matches. The dialogue reveals Nell’s vanity, Mary’s resolve, and tension over love, money, and personal choice.
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Miss Fairfax
Noel
Miss Sylvester
Sue
Grandpapa
Dalrymple
Mary
Miss Eylivester
Mrs Sylvester
Neel
Nelly
Charley Lyons
Sir John Amery
Nell
John Amorys
Nelli
John
Mary Sylvester
Lady Swansdown's
Lord Dartford
Miss Farfax
Prosaic talk and temper at the Moores' gathering
Mary Sylvester and her friend clash over a recalled night at the Moores' as a foolish enthusiast and Noel become a point of contention. The fragment ends with a cold remark from Mary and a tease of continuation.
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Noel
Moores
Mary Sylvester
Two Wisconsin Vets Thank Gen Gordon for Water and Canteen
James Whitty and Mark Smith, both wounded at the Wilder ness battle in May 1864, thanked Confederate Gen John B Gordon for sharing his canteen and corn pone during a 1894 Madison speech. Gordon recalled the moment in which he gave aid to the amputees, a gesture remembered by the three veterans in later years.
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John B. Gordon
Wisconsin
James Whitty
Mark Smith
Whitty
Washington
Gordon
Madison
Caicago Times-Herald
A Tailor Explains Shoulder Heights From City to City
A Philadelphia Times note explains that only about one in a hundred men have equal shoulders. Buffalo Bill was once measured for a suit and found to have a higher right shoulder. The paper cites causes from carrying packages to writing posture and notes tailors pad the lower shoulder.
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Chestnut Street
Buffalo Bill
Col. Cody
Philadelphia Times
Cats learn timing to meet worker weekly, yet miss Sunday
A barn housed cat colony watches for a workman who brings meals after dinner. The cats consistently leave the barn fifteen to twenty minutes before his arrival, suggesting judgment but failing to grasp the weekly Sunday absence. The note from Meehan's Monthly highlights surprising feline timing and limits of counting.
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Meehan
Charlotte russes and a carriage of memory
A suburban wife sends word to her city husband through a colored gardener about buying household supplies. She asks for a dozen Charlotte russes, and the gardener clarifies noting Carolines and Charlottes among the colored community. The husband jokes about a syndicate of car lines when hearing a misheard request.
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Charlotte
Caroline
Troy Times
Japanese Navy Electric Installations Affected by Shells
The Japanese legation in Paris reports to the French government that naval electric systems on Mikado’s ships were not disrupted by gun recoil but by exploding Chinese shells. Electric ignition wires were damaged by vibration from heavy gunfire though ordnance maneuvered by electricity remained functional.
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Paris
N Scientific American
Disfigured director speaks on wreck scene findings
A reporter on a special train reaches a wreck site and questions a disfigured company director, who, despite missing teeth and facial injuries, denies knowledge of any accident. The man sits on a locomotive fragment surveying the ruin and records details in a notebook.
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Pearson’s Weekly
Permanency of Pencil Marks on Zinc Labels
A zinc label kept for thirty years shows a plant name written with ordinary pencil remains legible after oxide rubbed off. The observation, cited by Meehan's Monthly, suggests pencil marks can endure when permanence is needed and no illegibility is desired.
Just His Usual Luck
A brief Chicago Record quip notes a man boasting of a shooting yesterday while joking that only the game law expired, keeping the exchange sharp and dry.
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Chicago
Scotch Sailor Misses Joke In Sea Story
On an Atlantic steamer a Scottish passenger failed to laugh at a joke about sea sickness. After the tale ends he sighs, “Ah, very sad, what was the name of the parties?” and the Americans abandon trying to amuse him.
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New York
New York Journal
Tattoo removal methods described by medical correspondent
A medical correspondent explains tattoo removal using tannin paint, needle pickings, and nitrate of silver, producing a temporary crust that fades over months. It notes antiseptic precautions and mentions bioxalate of potassium as a potentially better remover than silver nitrate.
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Duke of York
England
Baillot
Making and applying paper pulp repair paste
A practical guide to using paper pulp mixed with glue and plaster or cement to seal cracks and leaks. It covers preparation in a closed bottle, mixing to a thin gruel, applying with cheesecloth over pipes, and forming a durable paste that hardens well for leaks and crack repairs.
Telegraphists seek inquiry into grievances with deadly health toll
London Post Office telegraphists win a government inquiry into rules and hours. Evidence shows high mortality from respiratory diseases, including phthisis, among telegraphists compared with Sheffield grinders and general male populations. Rates reach 24.4 percent for ages 15 to 55, with phthisis at 46.5 versus 33.1 for grinders.
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London Postoffice
Post Office
Sheffield
Government Chemist Praises Royal Baking Powder Quality
The U S Government Chemist, after testing for the Indian Department, states that the Royal Baking Powder is the purest in quality and highest in strength of any baking powder known to him.
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United States
Indian Department
Japan's Hard Task in Formosa Says London Dispatch
Yokobama writes that Japanese forces face stiff resistance from the Hakkas in Formosa with guerilla warfare. A harsh proclamation threatens death for acts aiding rebels or harming troops and infrastructure, amid reports of village burnings and pestilence among troops.
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Japan
Formosa
China
Kabayama
Yokobama Cor
The
London News
Farm Notes On Butter Testing And Clover Pastures
A farmer tests butter fat in a cow herd finding half the expected butter from milk and notes widespread use of improper equipment. The piece also details clover grazing advantages, claiming one acre can fatten more pork than corn, with practical feeding observations and farmer testimony.
Poultry Raising Practices From England At A Glance
The article summarizes English methods for growing poultry, detailing fresh daily feed, phased meals from hatching through growth, and special additions. It covers winter rations, sod for confined fowl, salt and Epsom salts occasionally, and frequent feeding schedules with diverse foods.
Experiment Farms Wool Pasture Plan By Prof Shaw
Northwestern Farmer reports Prof Shaw conducting a long term pasture test on an acre by dividing it into four plots to feed six sheep and ten lambs. The flock thrives on live pasture with harrowed plots and ongoing reseeding as the season favors. A bulletin will publish full details after the pasturing season.
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Prof. Shaw
Northwest
United States
Shaw
August and September Lamb Care Urgency in Flock Health
The piece warns that neglect in July can harm lambs with heat and drought stressing water, pasture, and sanitation. It advises separating afflicted lambs, shelter from heat, pure water, salt, bran, oats, and possibly turning lambs to corn fields to prevent diarrhea and dysentery. It also covers poultry water, iron tincture, clabber milk for fowls, and hog and calf care tips.
Calves Fed Varying Milk Formula In Station Trial
The North Carolina Agricultural Experiment Station reports on an feeding trial with two grade Jersey calves. They were raised on dam milk only at first, then mixed milk stages, progressing to increased separated milk with ground catts added, over successive five day periods.
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North Carolina Agricultural Experiment Station
F. E. Emery
Large stock of corn in Bloomington region farmers cribs
An investigation finds an astonishing amount of old corn stored in farmers cribs and elevator bins around Bloomington and neighboring towns. By week’s end the corn is moving out to make room for new crop, as buyers expect no price rise soon. Counts include Barnes 500,000 bushels and Athaiita 1,000,000, Birckbeck 800,000, Kappa 700,000, El Paso 150,000, Eureka 100,000, reflecting broad regional storage across Illinois counties.
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Bloomington
Barnes
Athaiita
Birckbeck
de Witt
Kappa
Woodford
el Paso
Eureka
Advancing horse stock through selective breeding and oats
The article urges the revival of horse breeding with high standards, emphasizing superior brood mares and careful sire choice. It notes oats as the best grain to build bone, muscle, stamina, and endurance in horses, recommending liberal use this coming winter.
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United States
Poultry Guidance for Winter Egg Production and Yard Care
The article advises selecting eggs from non breeding cocks, avoiding overfat hens, and choosing eggs with germs-free quality. It notes a hen laying fifteen dozen eggs per season is worthwhile and suggests Pekin ducks can do this, though uncommon. It emphasizes clean nests, proper roost space, and large yard variety for health and profit. It cautions against artificial poultry yards and recommends affordable cockerels to grade up stock.
Ideal Sewing Machine promo offers big premiums with Pioneer Press
The Ideal Sewing Machine is offered as a premium with Daily Sunday and Weekly Pioneer Press subscriptions. Offers include free machines with multi year or combined subscriptions, with prices ranging from 1.85 to 8.80 for various bundles. Subscriptions extend from one year to twenty one months, freight paid by the subscriber, and delivery may take a week or ten days.
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Pioneer Press
Wilces & Gibbs
Danvy and
Sunday Pioneer Press
Ideal Sewtax
Ideal Sewing Machine
Vpioneer Press
Sunday
Northwest
Ideal Department
St Paul
Miun
Politeness in Decline Reflects on Modern Courtesy
A reflective piece laments vanishing old-fashioned politeness and courtesy. It contrasts heartfelt helpfulness with formal etiquette learned from books, urging everyday kindness toward strangers and humble acts to brighten common courtesy.
Hall's Catarrh Cure Ad in 19th Century Toledo
Frank J. Cheney sworn as senior partner of F J Cheney & Co of Toledo Ohio to pay one hundred dollars for every case of catarrh cured or not cured by Hall's Catarrh Cure. Federal notice cites internal action on blood and mucous surfaces. Testimonials, Toledo ads, and prices included for Hall's Family Pills.
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State of Ohio
Toledo
Lucas County
Frank J. Cheney
F J. Cheney & Co
Staite
A. W Gleason
Notary Public Hall
F. J. Cheney & CO
Hall
Robinson Party Welcomes Guests Despite Dull Tone
A dialogue fragment describes Robinson hosting a party where Toddles' gatherings are praised for hospitality while Penhecker expresses reluctance to attend, citing discomfort with the atmosphere and a shudder at the mention of the event.
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Robinson
Penhecker Q
Baseless claims shadow Wickwire Mudge debate
A fragment from the Indianapolis Journal shows a heated exchange between Wickwire and Mudge about money. Yabsley denies any financial accusation, insisting even closest friends have not charged him with wrongdoing.
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Wickwire
Mudge
Yabsley
Indianapolis Journal
Saintate tone promotional tonic ad for stomach bitters
The notice promotes Hos tetter's Stomach Hitters as a remedy for kidney and bladder distress and digestive issues. It claims the product boosts activity, warns of immediate danger if ignored, and advises early use before meals to aid digestion and related ailments.
Great Revival in Business Indicates Customer Order Shift
Boston Tranus cript records a grocer noting John may order two dozen plain cups and saucers and four dozen breakfast plates while Mrs Grimes quits her own work and hires a girl. The brief scene hints at small business shifts and staffing changes.
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John
Camphor Ice with Glycerine by C. G. Clark Co.
An advertisement for siegeman’s Camphor Ice with Glycerine from C. G. Clark Co of New Haven offers relief for chapped hands and face tender or sore feet chilblains piles and related ailments.
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Siegeman
C. C. G. Clark Co
New Haven
Retribution and Hypocrite Wives Satire Exchange
A brief quip contrasts a husband and wife about marriage misgivings and hypocrisy. The husband laments, while the wife sharpens the sting with a retort about vows and truth. The exchange reads as a witty, pointed aside on honesty within marriage.
Teething Advice Promotes Mags Soothe Syrup for Children
The notice urges parents to use Winslow’s Soothe for teething relief in infants. It claims the remedy calms discomfort and aids cutting teeth.
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Mags. Winsloww
In Danger A Kentucky Democrat Faces Bigamy Joke
A Washington Star quip quotes a Kentucky Democrat declaring unwavering party faith and a friend warning him to stay silent lest he be arrested for bigamy. The exchange underscores political bravado and a humorous gambit amid party loyalty.
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Kentucky
Washington Star
Dr Kline’s Great Nerve Restorer Promises Free Trial
Circular touts a free trial bottle of a nerve tonic claimed to cure fits and nerve troubles after one day of use. It directs readers to mail to Dr. Kline at 951 Arch St Whila Pa for the trial bottle and treatise.
William Ann Exchange About Seeing New York
A brief dialogue contrasts visiting New York with staying longer to truly see it. William argues a week isn’t enough while Upereeck suggests longer helps. William counters that extended stays may reveal nothing new.
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William Ann
New York
Upereeck
My Lady's Looking Glass Advice for self image and vanity
The piece urges girls unhappy with their appearance to trust their own reflection over glasses. It notes plate glass alters color and waves, yet the owner sees flaws others do not. Tiny hairs or overwork can seem like highlights, and only the full figure reveals true balance.
Street Name Change in Chicago Recorded as Avenue
The Chicago Record notes the street name has been changed to an avenue by city authorities, affecting address records and navigation for residents and businesses. Local officials confirm the adjustment aims to standardize street naming conventions across the city.
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Chicago
Fraulein Mentions Loneliness in Carried Thought
A short fragment from Fliegende Blaetter recalls a fraulein musing on solitary thoughts carried for months. The exchange hints at loneliness and the need for companionship in a reflective, period voice.
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Fraulein
Wooly Wester Blames Fellers For Quick Weight Gain
In a terse exchange Wooly Wester accuses others of causing his sudden two pound gain in minutes. The conversation turns to references of flesh and blame without clear context.
Night Gaslight Reflections Stirred By Quiet Conversation
A fragmentary dialogue reveals budding romantic tension as one person reflects on desire to kiss under the gaslight while the other dismisses the idea that today’s thoughts must become tomorrow’s actions, hinting at hesitation and urban nocturnal mood.
Emancipated Bride Deliberates Choose Best Woman
A mother asks if wedding details are ready while her daughter, soon to be married, contemplates who will be the best woman for the ceremony. The exchange mirrors the urgency of arranging a family wedding.
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Washington, D.C
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