The Socialists View of Capitalist Dispensability
The author argues capitalism is obsolete as socialized labor powers expand. He cites Chicago packing houses to show workers run industries, questions capitalist roles, and envisions a cooperative commonwealth where each worker earns according to contribution and ownership rests with society.
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Chicago
Armour
Lake Shore Drive
Europe
China
Baguio
United States
Cooperative Commonwealth of Socialism
Courage of Mme Cahen Defies Prussian Takeover at Vendome
During the Franco German war the Vendome hospital led by Mme Coralie Cahen sheltered thousands of French and German wounded. When Prussians aimed to seize the hospital they claimed authority, but Cahen refused to surrender and insisted the Red Cross and French flag protected the facility. Her stand earned German admiration.
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Vendome
Mme
Coralie Cahen
Christian Sisters of Mercy
Mme. Cohen
Francisque Sarcey The fearless French drama critic
Francisque Sarcey dominated French literary life for four decades as a fearless critic of drama. He valued independence, even declining a French Academy invitation to avoid bias. A friend once drew him a insult and Sarcey answered that public memory would outlast the term and recall his name.
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Francisque Sarcey
French Academy
Sarcey
Noted Dickens Quip Delights Tennessee Congressman
In Washington Dickens joked about Little Nell with a Tennessee congressman. The exchange centered on the line I have found an almost exact counterpart of Little Nell. The congressman misunderstood and joked about Dickens’s daughter as he spoke.
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Dickens
Charles Dickens
Washington
Capitol
Tennessee
Little Nell
The Norman Farmer and His Moving Top Soil
An elderly farmer describes how French tenants effectively carry their farms with them when they move. He compares their compact holdings to a tortoise carrying its house, praising the topsoil and farming efficiency while noting leases allow removal of soil at termination.
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New York Press
The Modern Hat and Its Ills for Men
A Berliner Umschau essay tests men hats by sun exposure. A healthy subject wore several hats for fifteen minutes each with thermometers in the crown. Readings show the Panama 77, straw sailor 81, silk 89, felt 95, black hat 89, and yacht cap 100 degrees.
Persian Bathing Traditions And Monthly Public Baths
The piece notes that Persians bathe only monthly at public baths. Men and women have fixed bath days, with men shouting Hamum to announce bath day. Afterward women have their hair plaited into many thin braids that are not undone until the next bath day.
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Persia
Dynamite accident report from Punjab sparks terse reply
A Punjab project subaltern sent a telegram to the commander in chief admitting twelve native laborers were killed by a dynamite accident. The response was a blunt inquiry, “Do you want any more dynamite?” reflecting grim wartime discipline and humor.
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Lord Kitchener
United States Gazette
Kitchener
Punjab
Greedy Englishmen argue over French dining in Paris
Two Englishmen on holiday in France argue at a Paris restaurant as Mr. Smith domineers in poor French and Mr. Cross criticizes. The clash peaks when Smith asks for a staircase by mistake while needing only a spoon, prompting a sharp retort.
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France
Paris
London Mall
Mrs Spurmiug’s marriage alters mission to aid suffering humanity
In a Houston Post snippet, Mrs Spurmiug, famed for tending to suffering humanity, is described as married. The joke implies her husband will now bear the burden of suffering humanity, reshaping the public perception of her lifelong mission.
The Pursuit of Pleasure
A moral note on human nature condemns haste in seeking pleasure. It argues that impatience leads to blunders, comparing ignorant cutting of trees for fruit to everyday reckless desire.
Dull Attire Among Britons Cited By Journal
The Chambery Journal notes a trend of dull and morose dress among British people. It attributes this to complacent carelessness in clothing and implies a rising affectation in style.
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Chambery Journal
Hints for Farmers Balancing the Ration
The article explains dairy cow rations to meet a 27 lb dry matter per thousand pounds live weight standard. Four pounds of corn plus pasture may fall short on protein while excess carbohydrates appear. alternative mixes using corn on the cob and bran are analyzed for protein, carbohydrate, and fat content. Originating from the Chicago Inter Ocean.
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Chicago Inter Ocean
Ration Guidelines for Driving Horses Focus on Endurance
The article notes driving horses need a different ration from average work horses. It warns to feed less roughage and choose non loosening forage. It favors timothy or millet in small amounts, warns clover hay can loosen digestion, and suggests pure oat or barley straw as possible small supplements.
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Timothy Day
Tobacco lice remedy for dairy cattle
Tobacco tea is proposed as an effective lice remedy for cattle. A pound of tobacco boiled for hours in two gallons of water is cooled and diluted with two more gallons of water. The resulting liquid is applied to cows with a brush, rubbing under the hair. Reported results say one or two applications erase even severe lice, with special benefit for young stock.
Poultry Notes on Care and Feeding for Chicks
Weather allows limited outdoor time for chicks but supervision is essential. Fresh food only. sour feed causes sickness. Provide sweet milk briefly daily. avoid leaving it for long. Pay special attention to young turkeys. Thanksgiving demand may be steady with prudent supply.
Hog Farming Advice For Better Farrow Management
The text emphasizes valuing a well used dipping tank, clipping pig tusks to prevent sow irritation and self injury, and the financial comfort of marketable hogs. It warns that forceps are rarely needed if sows are well cared for and past the early farrowing stage, noting that inexperienced use can cause more harm than good.
The Farmer's Resources Grow on the Farm
The farmer is resourceful and should rely on land for fenceposts and fuel. A grove of catalpas black locusts cottonwood and other quick growing trees will in a few years supply all fence material and fuel needed on the farm.
Avoid Waste In Feeding
Roadside barnyards show cornstalks and litter wasted feeding cattle outdoors. Building cheap racks for cattle to eat from could have saved much of this waste. The piece urges thrift and warns against saving pennies while wasting pounds.
Late peas require deep planting for dry spells
The advice states that late peas should be planted deeply so they can withstand extended dry periods. Planting depth is emphasized as the key to better drought tolerance and earlier harvest potential.
Itching Skin Cured by Simple ZEMO Remedy
Readers are urged to try ZEMO a vegetable based external liquid promising to stop itching draw out germs and poisons and cure chronic skin conditions once deemed incurable. Notable local testimonials include Jacob Frank R W Emerson W P Taylor and Mrs Harvey Burks with Cambridge City druggist Callaway endorsing the treatment.
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E. W. Rose Medicine Co
St. Louis
Zemo
Jacob Frank
Frank Mercantile Co
N.6th Street
R. W. Emerson
Anchor Steam Laundry
W. P. Taylor
Shinkle St
Findlay, C
Harvey Burks
Harrisburg
Callaway
Cambridge City
Weak man steered by church’s moral influence
A critic argues that a man without inner strength must be guided by the perceived goodness of church influence to uphold virtue. The statement frames moral reform as dependent on external religious pressure.
How to Avoid Appendicitis
A brief health notice claims most appendicitis victims are constipated and promotes Orino Laxative Fruit Syrup as a cure for chronic constipation. It states the product stimulates the liver and bowels without causing nausea or griping and advises refusing substitutes. Georg E Callaway.
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Orino
Geo. E. Callaway
No man fully realizes a lover's folly after the ceremony
A reflective line notes that true foolishness of a lover becomes clear only after marriage, highlighting disillusionment and the surprise of romantic naivete following vows.
A Paying Investment
Mr John White of 38 Highland Ave Houston Maine reports a winter cough that persisted through advertised remedies until using Dr King s New Discovery. A few doses banished the cough again this year and he calls it the best cough and lung remedy. Sold with guarantee at Geo F Callaway s drug store. We and 1 trial bottle free.
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John White
Highland Ave
Houston
Maine
Dr. King
Geo. FE
Callaway
The Girl With Money to Burn Sparks Fiery Debate
A sharp line reads like a social note about a wealthy girl who flaunts wealth and influence, prompting questions about responsibility and consequences. Her flashy lifestyle and ready cash illuminate social divides and public curiosity.
Foleys Honey and Tar Approved Under Pure Food Law
The product is not affected by the National Pure Food and Drug Law as it contains no opiates or harmful drugs. It is recommended as a safe remedy for children and adults by Geo. E. Callaway.
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Foleys
Geo
E. Callaway
Unreliable Praise Undermines Reputation Says Commentator
A columnist warns that praising everyone damages credibility. The piece argues selective approval builds trust and signals discernment.
Electric Bitters touted by Chicago man for mother's strength
P J Daly of 1247 W Congress St Chicago reports his feeble mother gained weight, slept better and grew stronger after using Electric Bitters. The tonic quickly relieves stomach liver and kidney complaints and is sold under guarantee at Geo E Callaway's drug store.
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P. J. Daly
W. Congress
Chicago
Geo. E. Callaway
Guarded Vigilance Protects From Hidden Dangers
A saying notes safety comes from constant vigilance even in calm times. The adage emphasizes preemptive awareness and prudent caution to avoid harm despite perceived security.
Oley’s Kidney Cure Promoted for Early Trouble
An advertisement touts Oley’s Kidney Cure as a remedy for kidney trouble. It claims the product corrects irregularities and prevents Brights disease and diabetes, urging prompt use at the first sign of trouble and naming Geo. E. Callaway.
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Oley
Brights
Geo
E. Callaway
In the court of his own conscience no guilty man is acquitted
The line presents a moral judgment about guilt and conscience, suggesting that true absolution comes only from inner judgment rather than external verdicts. It reflects a theme of personal accountability and ethical law beyond courts.
Bucklen’s Arnica Salve Proves a Sure Knockout
Reidsville North Carolina resident J C Goodwin testifies that Bucklen’s Arnica Salve healed a severe leg ulcer after a few applications. The ad claims the salve guarantees relief for piles sores and burns and notes it is sold for 25 cents at Geo E Callaway’s drug store.
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J.C. Goodwin
Reidsville, N. C
Foley's Kidney Cure Promises Safe Kidney Health
An advertisement claims Foley's Kidney Cure strengthens the entire system by making sound kidneys and curing kidney and bladder diseases. It is attributed to Geo. E. Callaway.
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Foley
Geo
E. Callaway
The Only Competition Worthy of a Wise Man
A reflective thought on self-mastery notes that true challenge lies within. It urges discipline, patience, and continual self-improvement over external rivals.
Dr. King's New Life Pills Endorsement Prompted
N H Brown of Pittsfield VI says the pills ease stomach liver and bowel kinks with no fuss. Guarantee of satisfaction offered at Geo E Callaway's drug store.
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Dr. King
N. H. Brown
Pittsfield
Geo. E. Callaway
When all men say you are an ass it is time to bray
A pithy aphorism on social perception urging firm self assertion when doubters outnumber supporters. It frames ridicule as motivation to respond with bold action and clear resolve.
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Bray
Notable Patent Remedy Promises from 19th Century Ad
Of Interest to Many Foleys Kidney Cure will cure any case of kidney or bladder trouble that is not beyond the reach of medicine. No medicine could do more. Geo. E.
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Geo
E.callaway
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