Club Exonerated in East Liverpool Liquor Case
East Liverpool November 29 Mayor W V Blake exonerates the Buckeye club in a liquor selling charge declaring the prosecution unwarranted Smith Fowler owner of the building and John Trainer steward named defendants the case targets the club itself and an appeal may follow to challenge club members right to use liquor in club rooms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
East Liverpool
W. V. Blake
Buckeye Club
Smith Fowler
John Trainer
Teddy Bear Proposal Sparks Elwood Wedding
In Elwood Texas a surprise wedding linked to a Teddy bear craze. Clinton Sidwell, son of a local jeweler, married Maggie Barnett after she admired Teddy bears in a shop window. Sidwell offered, “Let me be your Teddy bear,” and the couple wed shortly thereafter.
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Elwood
Tex
Clinton Sidwell
Maggie Barnett
Chicago
DeWitts Medicine Ads Across Multiple Remedies
A collage of old time patent medicine pitches for DeWitts Kidney and Bladder Pills Carbolized Witch Hazel Salve and Kodol for Dyspepsia. It touts cures for piles stomach trouble indigestion and stomach belching with various testimonials and endorsements typical of early 20th century drug ads.
Systematic public accounting eyed for state funds
Colorado passes a law to create a public examiner and deputy positions to oversee all public funds. The office will install a uniform accounting system by 1909, with strict duties, salaries, and penalties for noncompliance to ensure transparent state finances.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Colorado
Jesse F. McDonald
Henry A. Buechtel
Ohio
Oregon
Witty maxims on life and a fanciful voyage poem
A collection of quips about money worry truth and happiness contrasts with a long nostalgic poem about a perfect voyage. It blends humor with philosophy and ends with a wish for carefree travel and culture. The verses lampoon human folly and idealize effortless charm.
Deft Cough Cure Praised by Westfield Reader
G. S. Clark of Westfield Iowa credits Dr King s New Discovery with saving his life from severe lung illness. He reports an almost fatal dry hacking cough stopped after one bottle and complete cure after two more bottles. The remedy is guaranteed by local druggists at 50 cents or 1.00 with a trial bottle free.
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Lowe
G. S. Clark
Westfield
Iowa
O. Heiner
Byesville
Neilley & Go
Cambridge
Girl Found Secretly Fond Of A Boy When Aides Are Absent
A young girl shows a peculiar habit by expressing strong fondness for a male companion only in private moments when no other people are present.
Ely's Liquid Cream Balm Atomizer Ad
Many sufferers from nasa catarrh report splendid results with an atomizer. Ely's Liquid Cream Balm is like the familiar healing cream but as a spray. No cocaine or dangerous drugs. Relieves at once. All druggists 75c. Spraying tube included or mailed by Ely Bros New York.
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NASA
Ely
Ely Bros
Warren St
New York
Poetic Exchange Reveals Hidden Suffering
Two characters remark on a youth with sad eyes and imply a broken heart, but the reply contradicts this by citing cramp colic as the cause. The dialogue hints at misdirection about the youth's ailment and emotional state.
A Man Learns Humility as Child Questions Rise
A reflective line notes how a father's certainty dissolves when a child asks sharp questions, revealing gaps in knowledge and prompting humility.
Dr King and Heiner promote New Life Pills cures for ailments
An advertisement claims appendicitis stems from bowel abuse and promotes Dr King’s New Life Pills as safe laxatives. It lists A Heiner’s in Byesville and Neilley & Co.’s in Cambridge as selling drug stores and guarantees relief from headache biliousness malaria and jaundice.
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Dr King
Is . A. Heiner's
Byesville
Neilley & Co.'s
Cambridge
Wag of a Yellow Dog Tail Outshines Fake Friends
A short proverb reflected in a columnist note praising loyal animal companionship over deceitful social ties. The line contrasts a wagging dog with the unreliable support of a false circle, underscoring value in genuine allegiance.
Bucklen Arnica Salve praised for quick healing
J G Jenkins of Chapel Hill NC writes of Bucklen’s Arnica Salve curing a felon quickly and relieving pain. The ad claims it is best for sores burns and wounds and lists 25c price at C A Heiner’s Byesville and Neilley & Co’s Cambridge drug stores.
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Bucklen
J. G. Jenkins
Chapel Hill N.C
C. A. Heiner’s
Byesville
Neilley & Co
Cambridge
Crowds boastful in rival town gala tales
Two men trade boasts about crowd sizes at local events. One recalls homecoming crowds so large hotels could only fit guests standing. The other claims a fall street fair drew so many visitors one man wandered three miles to recall his name again.
Man Not Sound in Life Cites Lips as Sound
A philosophical remark notes that a man appears uncured in life due to excessive sound from his lips rather than genuine deeds. It emphasizes inward virtue over outward talk.
Send Your Skins to Crosby Frisian Fur Company
SEND YOUR COW, STEER AND HORSE HIDES, Calf, Dog, and other Skins to the Crosby Frisian Fur Company, Rochester, Y, to be converted into Fur Coats, Robes, Gloves, Mittens, or Rugs. They are the largest custom Fur taoners of rare wild and domestic animal skins in the world. Send for illustrated catalog.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Crosby Frisian Fur Company
Rochester
Miser Loved by Neighbors Like Mice Adore a Cat
A quaint saying compares a tightfisted man to a cat loved by mice, illustrating affection for frugality. Neighbors humorously praise the stingy figure as if he were a benevolent if unlikely guardian.
Taxation Constitutional Amendment Proposed for Oregon
The Oregon State Tax Commission urges adoption of a constitutional amendment. It would require consent of the people or their representatives for taxes and ensure uniform taxation on the same class of subjects within the taxing authority. It calls for lawful property taxation and a uniform assessment rate with just valuation across taxed property.
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Oregon State Tax Commission
Legislative Assembly
Progress Through Tax Reform Urged by Committee
The Committee on Taxation Laws calls for removing constitutional obstacles to advance industrial and commercial growth, arguing streamlined reforms will boost economic progress and competitiveness.
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Committee On
Flower and Tree Care in Warm Climates
Tourists have damaged most olive trees on the Mount of Olives. Ferns prefer shade or moist partial shade. Water roses in the morning to prevent mildew from evening moisture. Do not allow coleus to flower as it spoils foliage. pinch buds early. A flourishing bed needs ample water.
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Mount of Olives
English Spavin Liniment Advertises Holistic Horse Cure
An 19th century ad touts English Spavin Liniment as removing lumps, blemishes, blood spavins, curbs, splints, sweeney, ring bone, and other ailments from horses. It claims savings with one bottle and calls the product the most wonderful blemish cure. Sold by Jno M Ogier, Druggist in Cambridge Ohio. The text also oddly notes a disjointed line about a car ready for sladner to make lips ready to slay.
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Jno
M. Ogier
Cambridge
Ohio
Alleged Truth Handling Sparks Social Reflection
The remark suggests that some individuals treat truth with carelessness, hinting at a broader social critique. It implies a fault line in honesty and public discourse without naming specific figures or events.
Tales of Cities and City Ordinances
A Chicago paper reports 40 000 arrestees for drunkenness in a year in that city. Hanover Square in New York honors King George of the Hanover house. An ordinance in Highmore South Dakota bans loitering on public steps, eating candy or peanuts in the streets, and flirting anywhere in public.
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Venice
Chicago
George
Hanover Square
House of Hanover
Highmore
S. D
Anklie
Man Wonders If He Looks His Age Sign of Time
A reflection on aging emerges as a man questions whether his appearance confirms growing older. The line between self perception and reality prompts contemplation of vitality and age in daily life.
Do Not Judge A Woman By The Size Of Her Tongue
A provocative proverb challenges judging a woman's eloquence by appearance. The note suggests speaking with merit over stereotype, urging readers to value substance in voice and argument.
The Modesty of Women and Favorite Prescription Ad
An advertisement extols Favorite Prescription as a trusted cure for female ailments, claiming it cures drains irregularity and weakness without alcohol or hazardous ingredients. It cites endorsements and offers a free medical adviser pamphlet and doctor correspondence, promising confidentiality and home health guidance.
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R. V. Pierce
Bulolo
Pierce
Ruth as Narrated Gleaning and Faithful Devotion
The lesson surveys Ruth chapter 1 with focus on Naomi and Ruth’s loyalty amid hardship in Moab and Bethlehem. It links Ruth’s devotion to David’s lineage, notes divine overruling of human missteps, and highlights faith as the key to blessing. It references Elimelech, Boaz, Rahab, Ittai, and Elisha in supporting themes of steadfast faith and divine plan.
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American Press Association
God
Othniel
Gideon
Barak
Jephtha
David
Christ
Ruth
Boas
Rahab
Jericho
Israel
Obad
Elimelech
Naomi
Moab
Job
Sodom
Lot
Ittai
Jesus
Elisha
Elijah
Foley's Honey and Tar Endorsed by Pure Food Law
An advertisement touts Foley's Honey and Tar as safe for coughs colds and lung troubles not regulated by the Pure Food and Drug Law claiming it contains no opiates or harmful drugs. It features endorsements from D. M. Hawthorne and notes success stories of kidney cures and general health claims.
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Kennedy
Foley
D. M. Hawthorne
Artful Saying About Religion Keeps Doing
A noted proverb claims a man’s faith endures as long as he remains active in his beliefs, suggesting religion survives through ongoing deeds rather than idle doctrine.
Pie Filling Offer from Local Racer Ad
A brief ad urges readers to buy a 10 cent package of Our Vill Preparation in lemon chocolate or custard from a racer for making pies. The notice promises reliably good results and appeals to home bakers seeking easy dessert options.
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