Freezone Corn Remedy Promises Pain Free Removal
An advertisement touts Freezone as a magical corn remover that lifts corn with no pain using a small application. It claims instant relief from ache and painless corn removal, selling a tiny bottle through druggists for a few cents and promising to rid feet of hard and soft corns and calluses. The piece also mentions a Treasury proposal to color code currency with seals by denomination, opposing dye variations.
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Cincinnati
Why Druggists Recommend Swamp Root Medicine
For years druggists note the strong record of Dr Kilmer’s Swamp Root, a kidney liver and bladder medicine. It is a physician’s prescription strengthening remedy. It has many supporters and is sold by all druggists on merit. A sample bottle offer is described.
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Kilmer & Co
Binghamton, NY
Adyo
Aspirin Bayer tablet ad text and protest dialogue
Fragmentary ad for Bayer aspirin tablets appears with references to genuine Bayer tablets and relief for pain. The text shifts to a protest scene with lines about non deserc profiteers and a father speaking to a son, mentioning Kansas City and a harsh critique of demand and suffering.
Early glimpses of a continent and a nation’s birth
Disjointed historical notes trace explorers like Cabot and Columbus and early colonial milestones. Mentions Cape Cod settlement in 1621, Plymouth, and the 1776 Declaration of Independence. References to Jefferson, Franklin, Paine, and the drafting of a foundational document shaping the United States.
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Coloraban
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Bhiewsetf
John Cabot
Columba
Beouth
America
Atuercog
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Oansanthent
Congress
United States
Thomas Jefferson
Benjamin Franklin
Thomas Paine
Words That Made Men Free In Congress July 4 1776
July 4 1776 marked a milestone as the nation proclaimed independence and the Stars and Stripes rose in triumph. The document reflects the historic energy of the era and the birth of a free republic.
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Congress
Propose Re ringing the Liberty Bell with a second bell
An article from Popular Science Monthly argues for constructing a second bell within the Liberty Bell jacket to restore ringing. It notes the original crack since 1843, the cracked recast bell, and asks why not create a newer bell carrying the same inscription Proclaim Liberty Throughout All the Land Unto All the Inhabitants Thereof for future generations to hear the bell ring again in Independence Hall Philadelphia.
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Independence Hall
Thiladelphia
Philadelphia
John Marshal
Popular Science Monthly
Valley Forge and the Washingtons Vision of Survival
Washington led a bedraggled army at Valley Forge as fever and shortages pressed hard. Lafayette warned that America could be undone by internal strife, while Washington urged resilience and unity. Trevelyan calls the encampment a national Valhalla, with a Gothic chapel built by many communities to honor Washington and his companions.
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Valley Forge
Lafayette
America
Washington
Marquis
Virginia
Congress
Nathaniel Greene
Robert Morrin
Anthony” Wayne
Deader
Saturday Evening Post
Kosciuszko Among Allied Soldiers in American War
During the struggle for American independence experienced soldiers were welcomed, among them Kosciuszko. A top student of the leading military school and well versed in modern strategic sciences, he was especially sought after for his value to the alliance.
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United States
Kosciuszko
Chicago Gov Con deals with representation and drainage plan
Springfield reports show downstate delegates backing a plan to limit Chicago's Senate share to one third and House to one less than a majority. Votes 47 to 23, with Hamill voting to reconsider. Costs cited near 2 million as convention, county and state spending.
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Springfield
Chicago
Legislative Department
Senate
House
Charles Hamill
Cook County
Keera Jo Tindly
Inter
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Brewster
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Gilbert
Goodyear Gray
Hamill Hogan
Holfenbeck
Jack
Jarman
Kerrick
M F Greenebaum
George F. Cole
Citizens Association of
Conkeaynty
Néno
Mr Cole
Rufus Dawes
Revenue Committee
Agricultural Committee
Dinoij
The Misery of Backache in Muskegon, Mich
Muskegon reflects on six years of back pain with recurring weakness and discomfort. The narrative highlights ongoing struggles and the search for relief, illustrating personal impact and persistent ailment in the community.
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Muskegon, Mich
Woman's health remedy promoted by Lydia Pinkham
A period style note urges women to care for health and promotes Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound as a remedy. It claims success in restoring health for women with sex-specific ailments and offers confidential, woman-to-woman advice from the Lydia E. Pinkham Medicine Co.
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Lydia E. Pinkham
Lydia Pinkham
Einkham Medicine Co
L Mans
Epitaph Defiance At Mr Skinner's Tombstone
A neighbor recalls defacement after the funeral of Captain of Industry Mr Skinner. The epitaph was altered with the word friends added, prompting questions about the intended message and the respect shown to the deceased.
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Skinner
Mr Jones
Allen's Foot-Ease antiseptic powder ad claims relief
An old wartime style advertisement promises Allen's Foot-Ease powder will relieve stings from corns bunions and tired feet. It describes shaking powder into shoes and sprinkling in bath water to ease aching swollen feet and mentions 1 600 000 pounds used by the Army and Navy.
Shoes Shine Remark Sparks Awkward Exchange in NY Day
A brief, unclear passage describes a woman in New York on a nearly full day with her husband. She recalls a motion to touch a stranger's knee and makes a flippant remark about his shoes. The man responds that he is married, leading to an awkward interaction during a bus ride.
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New York
Can't Escape Them Creditors Duel
A terse exchange hints at a confrontation with creditors. The speaker claims regular meetings with creditors, while a counterpart insists the claim is incorrect. The dialogue suggests ongoing financial pressure and stubborn resolve.
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