Heart to Heart Talks. Drunkard described as pitied victim
A harsh portrait of a drunken man stumbling home to his family, contrasted with the crowd’s cruel laughter. The piece urges pity and medical care, citing a Christian commander’s plea not to mock the afflicted and to seek treatment for the disease of alcoholism. It then lauds Dick Snell for generous estate policy favoring his sister-in-law and nephews, calling him a high minded man.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Anon
Howe
Texas
Santiago
The Wider View on Fog of Perception
A thoughtful meditation on how bias narrows vision. The speaker argues that people see through fogged senses, clinging to partisan or religious certainties, and urges patience. Only a broader horizon reveals truth, as individual bright spots exist within a larger haze.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pearly Gates
Shines a Good Deed In A Naughty World Dick Snell Story
The tale recounts Richard Snell the black sheep son of Colonel Snell an Illinois millionaire He contested his fathers will after his fathers death and was awarded 750000 but refused more than 300000 He proposed sharing the remainder with his brothers widow and her three children
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Young Snell
Colonel Snell
Dick Snell
Richard Snell
Illinois
Snell
Ten Commandments keep their timeless force over changing views
Charles Winslow Hall argues in National Magazine that the Ten Commandments are unchangeable moral laws, foundational to law and ethics, and not altered by revisions to language or scripture. He contrasts this with human attempts at revision and cites historical uses of remedies and magic in ancient societies.
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England
Christendom
Daniel Webster
United States
States
Charles Winslow Hall
National Magazine
Seconds and Minutes Through Ancient Time
The article notes that measuring small time changes is a modern concern. Romans used momentum and punctum temporis to imply instantaneity. General use of hours emerged in the mid second century and varied. Roman hours ranged about 44.5 to 75.5 minutes by season. Modern uniform hours appeared late in the fourth century AD.
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BBC
Rome
Nervous proposal noted in Spokane Spokesman-Review
Ella recalls Gill was awfully nervous when he proposed and suggests she was also tense. The Spokane newspaper excerpt captures a moment of marital suspense as both partners show nerves before a life milestone.
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Ella
Gill
Spokane Spokesman-Review
Foley Kidney Pills Endorsement From Findlay Reader
A Findlay resident reports kidney and bladder trouble improving after using Foley Kidney Pills. He describes severe backache dizziness and fatigue before treatment and credits the product with normal kidney action and restored strength. The testimonial is signed J. D. from Ewing.
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Foley
R. V. McDougal
Allen Ave
Findlay, O
Freddy Fickle Plans Marriage Rumor Stir
A fragment notices Freddy Fickle intends to marry a specific girl, while an ad pitches Foley Kidney Pills as a remedy for kidney and bladder issues from J. D. Ewing.
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Freddy
Old fashioned marriage proposal dialogue scene
A short dialogue fragment shows a couple debating how to approach the father about marriage. The man promises to seek approval that night while the woman advocates direct disclosure and boldness. The tone hints at social expectations and generational tension.
Dean's Ointment Promises Quick Relief For Itching
An old ad touts Dean's Ointment claiming instant relief from itching and cures for piles eczema salt rheum tetter hives herpes and scabies. The source text then pivots to a humorous exchange about lawsuits for breach of promise, with a line about a writer gathering material for summer love stories and a mention of Puck.
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Rite
Puck
Dr Thomas Eclectic Oil Promoted for Croup Remedy
Mrs Whiteacre of Buffalo New York touts Dr Thomas Eclectic Oil as the best remedy for croup. She reports eight years of successful use in her family and endorses its efficacy.
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Thomas
Greeley Linked to Early Typing Device Claim
A quotation exchanges claim that Horace Greeley invented the typewriter, followed by a note that his handwriting likely spurred its development more than any single factor. The remark surveys the historical attribution and handwriting influence.
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Horace Greeley
Chamberlain's Liniment lauded for rheumatism relief
A local advertclaims internal medicines useless for muscular or chronic rheumatism and promotes Chamberlain's Liniment applied externally. It notes the product is sold by J. D. Ewing and C. W. Brayton.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
J. D. Ewing
Youthful Churchgoer Searches Pockets During Collection
Reported locally a young man paused during a church collection and began fishing in his pockets for something unknown, drawing attention from fellow attendees. Eyewitnesses described a brief distraction before the moment passed without incident.
Chambers Cough and Digestive Remedies Featured in Local Snippets
A parade of ads and quips highlights Chamberlain remedies for cough fever and digestion. J D Ewing and C W Brayton promote Colic Cholera Diarrhoea Remedy and Stomach and Liver Tablets as essential summer aids. A Sabbath lesson with a gag from Miss Hartz ends in lighthearted chat about creation.
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Vis. Chamberlain
J. D. Ewing
C. W. Brayton
Frances Hartz
Chamberlain
Napoleon Spanked on Elba by His Mother Story
A Harper's tale describes Napoleon's childhood in Ajaccio where he and Pauline mocked an elderly grandmother. His mother delayed punishment and later spanked him for misbehavior, using the fut of her band as discipline, while his uniform remained sacred.
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Napoleon
Elba
Ajaccio
Pauline
Lct
Mme
Letitia Bonaparte
Harper's
A Resolute Humorist and a Farce Author
A humorous exchange imagines doctors finding patients who laugh uncontrollably as targets for a new farce. The Washington Star notes a Great Chance to Kick a King story while the London Spectator recalls Harrow school pranks and a Duke of Genoa tale. Rubies grown by building up stones of 80 carats are described.
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Mane
Washington Star
George Russell
Duke of Genoa
Harrow
Spain
London Spectator
Rice Dominates Asia While Less Common in Europe
Rice remains the dominant staple across Asia far surpassing other foods, whereas in Europe it is rarely cultivated. The contrast highlights regional agricultural patterns and dietary reliance.
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Asia
Europe
Back Pain Sufferer Tells Of Miles Anti Pain Pills
Ex judge J. P. Atten of Glasgow Kentucky describes years of back and kidney trouble. After three months on Dr Miles Anti Pain Pills he reports kidney improvement and hope for full health. Pills sold by druggists with a money back guarantee from Miles Medical Co.
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Miles
J. P. Atten
City Court
Glasgow
Dr. Miles
Miles Medical CO
Elkhart
Ind
Farm property buy or sell in Ohio areas sought
Real estate notice offering farms of 20 40 60 100 160 and 200 acres in Seneca Wyandot counties with bargains in Trumbull and Portage counties. Seller W M Presler Adrian Ohio contact home phone 5167. Full particulars on application. Carey Times Job Dept invites news.
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W. M. Presler
Adrian
Ohio
Seneca
Wyandot
Trumbull
Portage
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Are
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J. A. Gibbs Insurance Agent
G. W. Croker Auctioneer
G. W. Croker
Carey
J. E. Nichols
Chesebrough
Carey, Ohio
F. L. Moyer
VY. S
Moyer’s Livery Barn
Main St
Big Four
W. O. Longfellow
Ware Street
Qid Foundry
É&C
Cakotch
Ts Ue Sa
A ‘ Munk &Co
Wasabi
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