Humor and Philosophy by Duncan M Smith PERT PARAGRAPHS
A witty meditation on virtue wealth and desire frames a blend of maxims. The author notes that critics may exist yet confidence remains while money matters and secret keeping prove elusive. Faith hope and worry shape life as staying in may cure rheumatism.
Time to Decide on the Ballot Day
A poem urging the undecided voter to choose a side at the ballot box as platforms discuss commerce subsidies protection and banks. Speakers present strong arguments while newspapers highlight the campaign. The piece stresses decision time and the certainty that voting cannot be done both ways.
Broken English Described As Slowed Language Effort
A narrator notes the subject speaks broken English and struggles with language as if a typewriter runs backward. The remarks frame language learning as a difficult, imperfect process.
Not Enthusiastic Campaign Remarks Echo Cautious Tone
A muted campaign message stresses a sane approach this year. Public chatter questions changes in tone and leadership. Voters weigh remarks about efforts to improve civic life amid skeptical commentary.
Murmur of a Plot Thickens in Campaign
A fragmentary note hints at rising tension in a campaign and growing chatter around a figure named Beott. Vague red flags and mounting intrigue suggest a tense political atmosphere with unclear outcomes.
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G. Beott
Unclear quotation on Uncle Henry and automobile invention
A fragmentary dialogue attributes a tribute to Uncle Henry noting several reasons and claiming automobiles were not invented until after he stopped stirring about. The text uses dialect and uncertain attribution, with no clear event or date.
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Henry
Anderson's Rise from Newsboy to Congressional Candidate
A profile of Carl C. Anderson from Fremont, detailing his early life as a newsboy, rapid rise in business in Fostoria, Ohio, and his nomination by the Democratic Party to run for Congress in the Thirteenth Ohio district. It highlights his factory ventures, civic roles as mayor and board president, community growth, and varied memberships.
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Fremont
Congress
Feof
Carl C. Anderson
Ohio
House of Representatives
Anderson the Boost Mayor of Fremont era remembered
A profile recalls Carl Anderson born 1877 Bluffton, later Fremont, who at 16 bought a house with saved earnings and built a business and a life fast. He moved to Fostoria, married Nellie Ford, started a local boom, and in 1905 was elected mayor, earning fame as the Boost Mayor as factories and homes multiplied in the town.
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Anderson
Fostoria
McComb
Fremont
Guy
Bluffton
Allen County
Carl
Ember
Nellie Ford
Fustoria
West Tiffin Street
Tiffin
Anderson Houusehold
Irustoria
Ohio
Nostoria
Why chefs overuse a l’Espagnole sauce with tomatoes
A New York Times reader narrator mocks chefs who label dishes with a l’Espagnole style linking everything to tomato. He condemns sloppy use of tomato in sauces from eggs to chicken fricassee and fears the phrase walking Spanish will become a joke for tomato mishaps.
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New York Times
Tennyson and Lowell Meet Through Mrs Procter
Mrs Procter, wife of Barry Cornwall, pushed to pair Tennyson with US minister Mr Lowell in London. Tennyson, wary and aloof, initially resisted Lowell’s poetry, but the two eventually became intimate friends after persistent prodding by Mrs Procter.
A Sly Dog and the Station Rut
The story recounts Dr. James Freeman Clarke recalling his dog who avoided the railway station to avoid danger. The dog ignored Clarke’s whistle and behaved as if not recognizing him, choosing to “cut direct” when near the station while happily greeting him elsewhere. Clarke mused the dog relied on his owner’s nearsightedness.
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James Freeman Clarke
Bert Mitten Promotes Northwestern Ohio Cleaning and Dying Services
Local ad from Bert Mitten offers dying and cleaning services in Northwestern Ohio. He invites inquiries for all related work and requests interested parties to call.
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Ohio
Bert Mitten
Hall's Catarrh Cure Claim: Cure All Stages
The notice touts Hall's Catarrh Cure as a universal remedy for catarrh, a constitutional disease, with internal use targeting blood and mucous surfaces. It promises a $100 reward for any case not cured and urges readers to request testimonials from F. J. Cheney Co. Toledo. It also recommends Hall's Family Pills for constipation.
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Hall
Hail
F. J. Cheney Co
Toledo
Tomato Preserves Recipe from an Old Card
Recipe notes twelve pounds ripe tomatoes eight pounds sugar and six lemons cut in small pieces with two tablespoons whole cloves a large cupful stick cinnamon or three fourths pound green ginger. Cook until firm but not too dark.
Rheumatism Remedy Recipe Promoted by Authority
A well known rheumatism expert offers a simple home remedy using Fluid Extract Dandelion Compound Karyon Compound Syrup Sarcaparilla. Mix and take a teaspoon after meals and at night. Ingredients are vegetable based and said to be harmless and affordable. Drug stores confirm availability and some will mix it for readers.
Canker Remedy From Corn Cob Ashes Suggested
A historical note suggests applying ashes from a corn cob to a canker sore mouth burn two or three times daily as a remedy. The guidance reflects old home health practices and uses simple plant ash for irritation relief.
Foley's Ortno Laxative credited with saving boy
A Wisconsin man asserts Foley's Ortno Laxative rescued his three year old son from severe constipation and fever. He reports the child recovered after taking two doses and credits the remedy with saving his life.
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Foley
A. Wolkush
Casimer
Wis
J. D. Ewing
Influence of feminine dress on men's judgment
A London Graphic reflection argues that men are not unbiased and are swayed by appearances. It contends that a few yards of silk and soft laces influence reasoning and conviction more than logic or argument.
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London Graphic
Duan's Regulars Deliver Desired Bowels Regulation
A reader from Atoona Pa. praises Duan's Regulars for their mild action and perfect regulation of the bowels. George B. Krause of 306 Walnut Ave. notes the positive results.
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Bu Duan
George B. Krause
Walnut Ave
Atoona, Pa
Made Quite a Difference in Evening Drawing Room
A fragmentary dialogue quotes Miss Watson and Clara in a drawing room exchange. The speaker notes Emerson about trusting the Creator for unseen things, reflecting a literary tone and personal reflection.
Remedies and paints advertise cures and products
An assortment of old advertisements promotes Foley's Kidney Remedy for kidney and bladder issues, Dean's Ointment for skin itching, and Yoley's Honey and Tar for coughs. It also notes paint coverage and a 1907 petroleum production figure.
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Dean
Yoley
J. D. Ewing
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Elks
Modern Woodmen
United Commercial Travelers
Cincinnati
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Free Daily
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Carey
Sa Toy
Hocking Valley Railway
A.m. G.m. Ee
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North American Accident Insurance Co
Michigan
Texas
Iron
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Greening
Monrog, Mica
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