Old Fashioned Lady in Tweed Era Portrait
Partial excerpt from William C Hudgon's Random Recollections describing the dauntless witty hostess famed for grace and sympathy. The scene recalls Governor Hoff man and Boss Tweed clashing in the executive chamber over a bill, revealing political power and tension of the era.
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Hoff
Old Capitol
Hoffman
Tweed
Buch
Senator Tweed
Bee
State of
New York
William C Hudgon
With The Coming of Middle Age Letting Down Forces
A brief medical advertisement noting that middle age weakens bodily forces and causes kidney and bladder discomfort. It promotes Lay Kidney Pills as a regulative strengthening medicine, urging readers to try them, endorsed by Wm Robinson & Co.
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Wm Robinson & Co
Exchange on Moral Clarity Reads as Allegory
A fragmented exchange ponders why those unfamiliar with right from wrong persist in error. The dialogue hints at moral certainty while raising questions about judgment, knowledge, and accountability in everyday conduct.
Alarm at Night Warns of Croup Remedy Use
An old notice extols Foley's Honey and Tar Compound as vital for treating child croup and hoarseness. Canton New York resident H W Canselman and distributer Wm Robinson & Co urge keeping a bottle at home, claiming its effectiveness and value for households with young children.
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Foley
H W. Canselman
Canton
N Y
Wm Robinson & Co
Our idea of shame is to ride back to town in an automobile
A Galveston News reflection laments a bygone moral stance, quoting a line about shame tied to returning to town in an automobile hitched to a farm wagon, illustrating tension between progress and social norms.
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Galveston News
Saved His Wie Life by Dr King’s New Discovery
Story of O H Brown of Maccadine Alabama crediting Dr King’s New Discovery with saving his wife from a severe bronchial illness and dangerous cough. He mentions she was bedridden and improved after using the medicine. The ad-style piece touts the remedy as infallible for coughs and colds and offers a trial bottle with guarantees.
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O. H. Brown
Maccadine
Ala
King
Dr. King
Hepiore
Wai
Hobinson &~Co
sGuaranteod
Local Christmas Notes From Brimfield and Peoria
Mr and Mrs JE Stansbury spent Christmas in Brimfield. Lena Mehan of Galesburg and Miss Zola Griggs of Peoria visited Brimfield and Peoria relatives. Mr and Mrs Seward of Peoria spent Christmas day with Mel Seward. C W Freeman received a carload of alfalfa for his farm south of town. Frank Foocs and Carrie visited from Peoria for Christmas dinner. Chas Roney of North Dakota visited his aunt Ellen Murdock and relatives. Mrs Slocum and W T Cowley spent Christmas with Geo Ashman in Peoria. A store invites customers to view pictures, suitcases, sewing machines, pianos, and furniture. B Johnson & Bon.
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Mrs Seward
Peoria
Mel Seward
Chas Roney
Oaka
North Dakota
Ellen Murdock
Johnson & Bon
Basketball Schedule Inevites Brimfield Area Matchups
Local listings show a string of basketball fixtures featuring Brimfield and nearby teams. Princeville travels December 29, Crescente visits Kendires January 1, Spalding January 5, Brimfield hosts Abingdon January 12, Brimfield hosts Wyoming January 19, Abingdon visits Brimfield January 26, Albans at Knoxville February 2, Albans at Brimfield February 28.
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Princeville
Brimfield
Crescente
Kendires
Spalding
Brimield
Brinfield
Abingdon
Wyoming
Albans
Knoxville
Tripe Diet Misunderstanding Ends In Worsening Condition
Mrs Mills seeks dietary advice for her son Albert from Dr Grimes. The doctor’s remark stomach signals a digestive issue, but Mrs Mills interprets it as a wish for tripe. Albert worsens after Mrs Mills serves only tripe, highlighting a miscommunication with grave consequences.
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Mr. Mills
Mrs. Mills
Budapest ceremony honors Danube drowning victims
On All Souls Day a few thousand people in Budapest walked to the Danube near the Franz Josef bridge to honor those who died by drowning. A leather wreath was sunk, prayers were said, and a layman condemned the church for not blessing those who died by self-destruction.
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Danube
Budapest
Franz Josef Bridge
Remains of George Whitefield and a Double Atlantic Journey
The London Chronicle notes that Rev Silvester Horne seeks to have Whitefield’s remains moved to Tottenham Court Road Chapel. Whitefield died in 1770 in America and was buried at Newburyport. The coffin was opened in 1784 and 1901, revealing a preserved gown but no flesh, with a right arm bone stolen and later returned to Newburyport in 1837.
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George Whitefield
Silvester Horne
America
Tottenham Court Road
Atlantic
Whitefield
Presbyterian Church
Newburyport
Emgland
London Chronicle
Honey Bread and Honey’s Preservative Value in Europe
European confectioners favor honey bread for its moist freshness and preservative qualities. While U S bakers once favored sugar, honey’s value is gaining recognition as a wholesome delicious ingredient. In France, a year old honey bread is preferred for its ripened flavor.
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Europe
United States
France
The
Christian Herald
Parrot as Germ Carrier in Public Warnings
The article warns against parrots as germ carriers, citing psittacose and human infection risks. It notes the parrot’s lack of singing, its disruptive nature, and critiques the bird as a nuisance while urging readers to ignore fears and live.
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New York Mail
Christmas Services Praise Broad Attendance and Plans
The Christmas Eve service was well carried out and praised by a large crowd. A watch night service is planned for Sunday at eight PM to ring out the old year and welcome the new one. Epworth League meets Sunday at seven PM, Lena to host the Woman's Foreign Missionary Society Thursday afternoon at Mrs C T Cady's home, and evangelistic campaign plans to begin Sunday January 28.
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Epworth League
Lena
Woman's Foreign Missionary Society
Mra C T Cady
Resolutions from Dietmer Court 487 Extend Sympathy
The Dietmer Court No 487 and related groups express heartfelt condolences for the illness and death of members. Resolutions honor Mr Alexander M Chapman and extend sympathy to his sister Mrs H O Cady, with draped charter and published notice in Brimfield News.
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Thatser Court
Chapman
Anciety Raa
Brimfeld-News
Alexander M Chapman
Brimfield
Foley Kidney Pills Tonic in Action
Willence any case of bladder disorder not beyond the reach of medicine. Wm Robinson & Co.
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Wm Robinson & Co
Equality of Opportunity at West Point and Beyond
The Atlantic argues that equality of opportunity and reward does not hinder initiative or efficiency. It cites West Point as proof that wealth or privilege are not necessary to spur effort, with individuals succeeding by merit and without reliance on material advantages.
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West Point
Atlantic
An Iconoclast Criticizes Alfred the Great Beliefs
A traveler notes European enemies formed by his wife's bold skepticism of traditions. Her attack on Alfred the Great arouses a feud with an old gentleman who recalled a cake burning tale. She quips that no fire in England was hot enough to burn cakes, igniting lasting resentment.
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Europe
Alfred the Great
England
No disapproval of marriage title but objection to the man
Mr Cumrox voices mixed feelings about his daughter's marriage to a titled person. He says he does not object to the marriage itself but dislikes the idea of the accompanying social elevation and the man who comes with it.
Here lies a chump who wouldn't advertise
An oblique obituary laments a man who shunned advertising and trade, praising his restraint and wealth while urging a quiet, undisturbed repose. It criticizes the reliance on patronage and market action, ending with a macabre joke about a wreath and a grave stone inscribed with the taunt.
Congregational Church Notes
Preaching Sunday morning as usual with no evening service. C E at 6 o clock on Things I Want to Do Better Next Year Philippians 3 19 55. Leader Evelyn Member Miss Mildred. Poster reports good on Co O meeting at Peoria last Friday and Saturday. Prayer meeting tonight at 7. Some business to come before meeting. Christmas Cantate and tree Saturday night well attended and enjoyed by all.
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Congregational Church
C. E
Evelyn Memier
Mildred
Co. O
Péoria
King’s New Life Pills Advert for Liver and Digestion
A period ad promotes a tonic to regulate the liver and bowels and relieve constipation indigestion and jaundice. It claims to build health with a simple daily dose and urges purchase at Wm Robinson & Co for 26 cents.
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King's
Wm Robinson & Co
Glasford Creamery Set to Open Ahead of Schedule
Glasford prepares to launch its new creamery within days as officials finalize operations and await first shipments. The venture aims to boost local dairy processing, create jobs, and provide fresh products to the region.
Your Neighbor's Experience Es How You May Profit By It
A reader from Glendale Ave Peoria shares relief from kidney area pain weakness and insomnia after taking Foley Kidney Pills. The testimonial notes rapid improvement and recommends the product with a local address and name.
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Glendale Ave
Peoria
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