Attention Farmers: South offers year round outdoor work
The article argues that farmers should relocate to the South where work and production can continue year round. It praises Alabama and Florida as cheaper beef and sheep producers with vast cheap ranges and opportunities for fattening materials like velvet bean and cassava. It invites readers to contact G. A. Park of Louisville and Nashville Railroad for more information.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alabama
Florida
Florda
G. A. Park
A Lesson in Health From Kidney Cure Claim
An old advertisement touts Foley's Kidney Cure as making sound kidneys and curing kidney and bladder disease. It claims the medicine strengthens the whole system and promotes health, with Wm. Robinson & Co. listed as sellers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Foley
Wm. Robinson & Co
Cough Remedy Claims Cure For Greenville Student
A Greenville North Carolina law student, H P Burbage, suffered years of a persistent cough that alarmed him. After trying Chamberlains Cough Remedy he reports a remarkable change and says two bottles cured him permanently. Sold by Wm Robinson & Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
H P. Burbage
Greenville
N. C
Wm Robinson & Co
Sign of Advancing Age at Waldorf Astoria Birth
A fragment notes a mother recognizing age as the first child born at the Waldorf Astoria last week. It questions if the famed hotel is losing fashion and influence as this event raises curiosity about its status.
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Waldorf-Astoria
DeWitts Little Early Risers Pills Ad for Constipation Aid
A vintage ad promotes DeWitts Little Early Risers as a remedy for constipation biliousness and liver troubles. The copy claims the pills awaken secretions move the bowels gently restore tone to stomach and liver and prevent recurrence with short use. Sold by Wm Robinson & Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
DeWitt
Wm Robinson & Co
Brimfield Village Annual Statement 1903
The Village of Brimfield in Peoria County Illinois presents its annual financial statement for the year ending May 4 1903 prepared by treasurer C L Dungan. It shows receipts of 2024 49 dollars including balance on hand 134 87 and items from taxes fines and rents, and expenditures of 1934 70 dollars covering police street work lumber salaries and other expenses.
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State of
Illinois
Peoria
Brimfield
C. L. Dungan
Fusps
Cece Ee
Exchange Bank
JF Koupp
J T Hill
J T Gill
Chas Hayes
Griggs
Cecec Sabaiovasta
Range No
Peoria County
Brimfield Ledger Reports Balance Sheet and Notices
The snippet shows fiscal year receipts and expenditures for Brimfield including transfers from town fund and district receipts. It lists treasurer fees, printing, and distribution balances, with a sworn certificate. A directory of local churches, civic groups, and fraternal lodges follows, naming pastors and meeting times. It ends with a brief obituary note about Dean Fuertes of Cornell.
The National Land List real estate paper ad
The National Land List offers bargains and exchanges for land and property. Circulates nationwide with copies to Canada and Mexico. Single copies by mail 10 cents. Address The National Land List Publishing Co., Green Ridge, Missouri.
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America
Union
Canada
Mexico
South
Central America
National Land List
AE Land List Publishing Co
Green Ridge
Missouri
Foley's Kidney Cure restores kidneys and bladder health
A historical ad notes Foley's Kidney Cure as a remedy claimed to make kidneys and bladder right, promoting restoration of urinary health through a generic patent medicine claim.
Consumption cure urged for neglected cases
The ad argues that consumption is curable and that neglected consumption is the real danger. It recommends prompt use of Scott's Emulsion at the first suspicion, claims thousands of cases were helped, and invites readers to send for a free sample from Scott & Bowne, New York.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scott
Kansas City shifts term in speed limit ordinance
Objection to the use of the French word chauffeur in the ordinance regulating automobile speed led officials to substitute operator to designate the man controlling the machine in Kansas City.
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Kansas City
Lorenz and Slang In New York Medical Remarks
New York doctors joked about American slang while Dr Lorenz reflected on a fee dispute. The discussion centered on a claim that he charged Armour's family a large sum, with figures mentioned as thirty thousand dollars for the daughter rather than the father.
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Dr. Lorenz
New York
Lorenz
Leetle
How Lyddite Was Discovered
Lyddite, stripped of technical detail, is a form of picric acid melted and solidified. It was found in 1771 and for 125 years served as a dye for silk and wool without its explosive powers known. A warehouse fire in Manchester burned a shed with picric acid and caused a terrible explosion, leading to the discovery of Lyddite.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Manchester
England
Nebraska farm land pamphlet issued by railroad company
The Chicago Burlington and Quincy A. B. has released an illustrated pamphlet with complete information about Nebraska farm land. Free copies are available upon request to P. Eustis, General Passenger Agent, Chicago Indiana.
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Chicago Burlington & Quincy A. B
Nebraska
Eustis
Chicago
Wanted faithful traveler for well established house
Classified ad seeking a faithful person to travel across several counties calling on retail merchants and agents in a local territory. salary 1024 a year plus expenses, with 1470 a week payable in cash and expenses advanced. permanent position for a successful business. Address Standard House 334 Dearborn St Chicago.
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Standard House
Dearborn St
Chicago
Metimselah Votes in Precinct Citing Ancient Years
An elderly man, Metimselah, is asked how long he’s resided in the precinct. He answers with cryptic arithmetic and biblical-era references, then is allowed to cast his ballot, surprising the election judges in a Chicago Tribune tale.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lamech
Metimselah
Chicago Tribune
Jackson County Judge Reports Horse Rescued From Cistern
Allen McCurdy's horse fell into a cistern Sunday afternoon. He called the fire department, water was pumped in, the animal floated to the top and was removed without trouble. The incident underscores water safety concerns in the county.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jackson County
Allen McCurdy
Fire Department
DeWitts Witch Hazel Salve Promises Quick Cure
An old advertisement touts DeWitts Witch Hazel Salve as a fast remedy from minor skin injuries to burns and boils. It claims healing without scarring and notes it is specific for piles and related conditions. Sold by Wm. Robinson & Co.
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DeWitt
Wm. Robinson & Co
How Can I Cure My Indigestion
X rays and tests show catarrh of the stomach arises from repeated indigestion. Kodol Dyspepsia Cure is claimed to cure indigestion and dyspepsia and prevent or cure stomach catarrh. Sold by Wm Robinson & Co.
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Wm Robinson & Co
Italian engineer claims hydroscope to see sea bed far offshore
Signor Pino, an Italian engineer, invented a hydroscope that allegedly lets a person view the sea bed at depths from 260 to 500 yards with a vision range of thousands of square yards. He says the device, adaptable for ships, would allow captains to detect submerged rocks and reefs from the main deck. The potential value is easy to grasp if his claims are correct.
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Signor Pino
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C. L. Duncan
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L. Duncan
Treas
Cong. C. Carson
Brimfield Directory
M. E. Church
J E. Mercer
J. E Mercer
T. Young People’s Meeting
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A J. Buair
St. Joseph’s Church
A.main Ville
G. L. Fort Post
Riorr
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Brimfield District Court of Honor
Mu. W.A Hall
H. R. Jonxson
Fireep Arber
Brimfield Fire Company
A. Pacey
Charles M 08S
John V Brown
G.A & Hall
L. Bort
Arthlue Pacey
W. A
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Arnholt Camp
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M. W A.ball
May Carson
Oracle
Carrie Arber
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W F. m
Mary E. Capy
Nettie Silloway
Dean Fuertes
College of Civil Engineering
Cornell
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Sam End
Memler Bros
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Tee Bewft
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Willow Bark Company
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