Doctor Urged an Operation in Baltimore Woman’s Case
Nellie B. Rittingham of Baltimore Maryland credits Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound with curing her organic nervousness and headaches after months of suffering and pressure from physicians to operate Her sister recommended the remedy before surgery and she says it brought relief and renewed work and social life
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Baltimore
Lydia E. Pinkham
Pinkham
Nellie B. Rittingham
Calverton Rd
Enkham
True Patriotism at Hotel Severin Breakfast
A French Blue Devil soldier injured a finger during the sleeper trip. Dr F E Manker treated the wound at the Hotel Severin breakfast and reception. A Severin official refused payment, saying no French soldier can pay him, noting a personal family connection to France.
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Blue Devils
France
Hotel Severin
F. E. Manker
A. Bennett Gates
the Severin
Indianapolis
Why He Liked the Eclipse
Eugene Kelley former deputy city clerk of Muncie admired the recent total eclipse. After viewing with a friend’s smoked glass he asked to look again and said it was the first thing since the war began that hadn’t cost him anything.
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Eugene Kelley
Muncie
Indianapolis News
Lemon Lotion Claims Sunburn Relief and Whiteness
An advertisement promotes a lemon based skin lotion using lemon juice mixed with Orchard White to remove freckles sunburn windburn and tan. It promises fast, harmless results with a fragrant formula for the face neck arms and hands and claims the product is inexpensive.
Invention of Paper Shredder Turns Waste into Packing Material
A new machine shreds different paper types into soft material suitable for packing fragile items. The device converts old documents and scraps into protective packing, offering a reusable filler for shipments.
Billie Brown Plays Piano in Town Topics
Milly notes Billie Brown is a great pianist and asks whether he performs while people eat or during conversations in this Town Topics item.
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Billie—Brown
Milly
Gold Medal Haarlem Oil Capsules Promoted for Kidney Health
An advertisement touts Gold Medal Haarlem Oil Capsules as a long standing remedy for kidney and urinary issues. It claims the oil heals by cleansing the kidneys and bladder, promises restoration of vigor, and offers a money back guarantee. Also notes direct import from Holland and three sealed sizes.
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Haarlem
Holnd
Cold drinks and health claims from a dubious remedy
A fragmented notice discusses supposed dangers of cold drinks in heat and promotes a dubious tablet named EATONIO. It claims quick relief after meals and urges readers to use the product to feel cool and comfortable, mentioning purchases and insurance but offering no credible medical evidence.
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EATO
Eatonio
The Way of Sport Styles in Modern Dress
The article discusses sport fashion’s rise with bold colors and patterns. Stripes and checks dominate, paired with matching hats and turbans, while new textiles like silk weaves and fringed tricoits expand options. It highlights a white shantung skirt with green panels and coordinated sleeveless jacket and accessories to form versatile sport outfits.
Late Summer Frocks For Children In Silk And Taffetas
Fashion notes favor silk and taffeta for late summer dresses for girls. Wool remains economical, with silk touring as an equivalent option, while foulards and crepe de chine offer plain or small pattern choices. The featured design shows a five box-pleated skirt and shoulder suspenders in porcelain blue taffeta with black French knots.
Cape fashion notes on yoke line and contrasting vests
The article describes capes designed to follow the yoke line exactly for daytime wear. It notes other capes intended for afternoon use are made of satin or heavy silks and feature front vests of contrasting material.
Dorothy’s Salt Request to a Distinguished Bishop
Little Dorothy, surprised by a real bishop at table, sits in embarrassed silence before blurting a simple plea. She asks the exalted cleric to pass the salt, a humorous moment captured in Pearson's Weekly.
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Dorothy
Pearson’s. Weekly
Tunnel In the Pyrenees Connects French Spanish Railroads
After years of effort the Pyrenees tunnels link French and Spanish rail systems enabling cross border rail traffic. The project completes a major transport artery strengthening trade and travel between the two nations.
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Pyrenees
Man Faces One-Sided Struggle When Self-Foe Rules
A proverb suggests a man battles his own worst enemy with a skewed contest. It implies internal conflict creates an uneven fight, where self-sabotage dominates the outcome.
Disturbing Thoughts Targeted by Adage for Women
A provocative saying claims thoughts that disturb men must never enter a woman's head. The remark frames gendered mental boundaries and prompts debate on autonomy and psychology.
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Taloum
Mexico
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Swift & Company
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U.S.A
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Canada
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