Weston’s Walk Recalls Pioneer Pedestrian Feat
Edward Payson Weston, age near seventy, resumes his 1260 mile Portland Maine to Chicago trek begun October 29 1867 at age 29. He follows post roads and plans to shave time off his earlier record while avoiding Sundays. rival Dan O Leary remains active. A vegetarian vs meat eater walking test was recently staged Newark to Philadelphia.
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Edward Payson Weston
Portland
Chicago
Weston
Dan O'Leary
Newark
Philadelphia
Pheasant Hatching Progress in Illinois
Reports to the state game commissioner show Illinois farmers receiving pheasant eggs with a 55 percent hatch rate and birds already more than half grown. The main issue is rough handling by express companies, risking restocking efforts unless eggs receive better care. Proposals include deputies collecting eggs at county game offices in Springfield to distribute locally next season.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Illinois
Express
Game Department
Springfield
DeWitts and Other Patent Medicines Adverts Mixed in Notice
A dense clipping promotes DeWitts Kidney and Bladder Pills Carbolized Witch Hazel Salve and Kodol for Dyspepsia with claims of healing relief and health boosts. It touts mothers remedies Kennedy Laxative Syrup and general stomach health advice while urging readers to purchase from druggists. The fragment lists various brands and says these medicines are sold by all druggists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gasconade, Mo
Daniel A. Bugh
DeWitt
Kennedy
Wea
Double Taxation Debate on Ohio Constitution Section 2
The Ohio Farmer argues that the semicolon in section 2 of article 12 splits taxable items into two classes, urging uniform taxation of tangible property while arguing that intangible assets like stocks and bonds should be taxed differently or not at all. It contends that taxing moneyed instruments would lead to double taxation and longs a shift from 1851-era rules to modern realities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ohio Farmer
Savings Bank
The Auto Race at Hippodrome Captivates New York Audience
The Hippodrome unveils The Auto Race a three act musical spectacle where three racing machines speed toward the audience at sixty miles per hour then stop two feet from the curtain. Edward P Temple staged it with Klein music and Voegtlin scenery culminating in a Four Seasons ballet by 500 performers.
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New York
Edward P. Temple
Masiuel Klein
Arthur Voegtlin
Long Island
Lady Gay Spanker
Lady Gay
Hippodrome
Robert Butler
State Board Does Not Equalize Tax Assessments
The Sacramento Union warns that the state board of equalization fails to set property assessments at true value. It notes many counties lie far below fair value, with some at 33 1 3 percent and others at up to 60 percent, urging adoption of constitutional amendments to end the board's power.
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State Board of Equalization
Sacramento
Cal
Turfmen Form Nonexclusive Club in Paris Turf Scene
The Paris Jockey Club plans a democratic turf organization named Association Chevaline. It will welcome trainers jockeys and owners on equal terms, align with reputable turf clubs, and recognize membership cards across ranks.
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Paris
Cy Young Touted to Coach West Point Baseball Hopefuls
West Point has approached Cy Young, famed Boston Americans pitcher, about coaching the soldiers in base ball candidates for service. The overture signals a high profile training influence for the academy team.
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Cy Young
West Point
Boston Americans
Soldiers
Government Ofacts Promotes Safe Home Remedies Under New Law
The passage advertises Ely's Cream Balm as compliant with newly enacted food and drug labeling requirements. It claims the product provides public benefit, contains no injurious drugs, and is safe for colds hay fever and nasal congestion.
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Ely
Foley
D. M. Hawthorne
The Ear Ready for Sladner Slays Lips
A fragment reads like a cryptic line about readiness and a figure named Sladner. The wording hints at a bold action or statement, with an implied confrontation or display. The text remains obscure but centers on a lip or speech act connected to Sladner.
Bucklen’s Arnica Salve Endorsed By Le Raysville Merchant
O. 8 Woolever of Le Raysville N Y recommends Bucklen’s Arnica Salve for piles claiming a cure twenty years ago. The salve is said to cure every sore wound burn or abrasion and is sold for 25 cents at Neilley & Co Cambridge and C A Heiner’s Byesville drug stores.
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Woolever
le Raysville
N. Y
Neilley & Co
Cambridge
C. A. Heiner’s
Byesville
Williams
M’s'g Co
Props
Cleveland
Brenan & Wilson
Women Win Rights and Lefts at a Shoe Store
A quirky local item notes women claim equal treatment and a playful jab as customers at a shoe store receive both empowerment and footwear options. The piece highlights gender equity in a lighthearted retail scene.
Dangerous Deadlock Remedy Offered by Local Drugstores
A threatening medical condition described as a halt of liver and bowel functions is presented as to be rapidly ended by Dr. King's New Knife Pills. The ad claims guaranteed satisfaction with a money back offer at Neilley & Co Cambridge and C. A. Heiner Byesville drug stores, price 25 cents.
Handling Truth Reveals Varied Attitudes Among People
An editorial remark notes that some individuals treat truth casually, suggesting loose acquaintance with factual accuracy. The line implies skepticism about how openly people confront or disclose objective realities.
Remarkable cure tale in Winterton man via Electric Bitters
Abraham Brown describes doctors misdiagnosing his ailment as heart disease kidney trouble blood poison and stomach and liver trouble. After trying Electric Bitters recommended by his wife he claims rapid recovery from multiple ailments. Sold by Neilley & Co Cambridge and C A Hiener Byesville at 50 cents.
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Abraham* Brown
Winterton
N. Y
Neilley & Co
Cambridge
C A. Hiener
Byesville
Bright
Cregems
Dr Pierce’s Favorite Prescription for women’s ailments
The ad describes period irregularities and related female symptoms and promotes Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription as a safe, non habit forming remedy. It claims benefits for the pelvic organs and digestion, warns it will not cure tumors, invites long standing cases to write to Dr. Pierce, and offers a medical adviser free upon payment of stamps.
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Ingredien
Pierce
Doctor Pierce
R. V. Pierce
Buffalo
N. Y
When a Man Questions His Age It Signals Aging
A concise remark notes that aging shows when a man begins to wonder if he looks his age. The phrase suggests self-awareness of age appearance and hints at common social reflection.
Quiet Affection Follows Hidden Favorite
A girl reveals a private fondness for a single fellow when others are absent. The behavior centers on intimate attention kept away from peers, suggesting a personal courtyard of affection rather than public display.
A Real Wonderland Healing Triumph At Mound City
A truncated notice from Mound City reports a remarkable healing case at Mrs. BE. D. Clapp’s home where a boy recovered after taking a medicine marketed by Neilley & Co. Cambridge and A Heiner Byesville. The ad promises a cough and cold remedy priced at 50c and 1.00.
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South Dakota
Mound City
BE. D. Clapp
Neilley & Co
Cambridge
Heiner, Byesville
Irogatets
Ted Coy Rising Yale All Round Athlete and Star Fullback
Ted Coy, entering Yale a year ago from Hotchkiss, emerges as Yale’s leading all around athlete and top fullback. A sprinter, distance punter, and capable baseball player, Coy starred on the freshman teams and set himself for future captaincy while hailed for his intercollegiate promise and versatile exploits across track, baseball, and football.
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Yale
Chase
Ted Coy
Billy Knox
Knox
Coy
Hotchkiss School
Edward G. Coy
Lakeville
Conn
Harvard
Princeton
Tigers
Cubs
Born
Hotchkiss
New Haven
al Sharpe
Obscure Remedies and Quack Advertisements Reported
Fragmentary text shows claims for Kidney Cure and Foley remedies. Mentions may include testimonials from Gail Donahue, D. M. Hawthorne, and references to no harmful drugs under National Pure Drug law. Also includes oblique notices and product promotions with miscellaneous quotes and phrases.
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James Donahue
New B Conn
Trea
Foley
Hawthorne
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Weston’s
Edward Payson
New York Hippodrome
Mies la Harte
Prima Donna
Rose LA Harte
State Board
Perfection
Rago Lamp
Wien
Lares Central
Ut Pou Cannon
Wren
CoponicuTs &c
Munn & Co
Scientific American
All Newsdensure
UNN & Co
Ofice
Washington
Collamen & Co
ST. WasHincTon, D. C
Parker
Castoria
Cfflixx
City Directory
Fred L. Rosemond
Attorney AT Law
Old National Bank
Rost
B. Moore
New York Life Insurance Co
Kemps Balsa
Messrs. E. GC
DB Witt & GO
Ill
Cornell
Roding, Ga
Kodol
Genu M. Hawthorne
Enou
Gail
Pro Bono Publica
M. Hawthorne
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