Behind the Scenes in Politics the Ward Bosses
Ernest M Gaffey surveys political bosses across eras and ethnicities, noting how they rise and fall, shape policy, and differ in style from the old slugger image to modern talkers and tacticians. He recalls a club election where a boss’s support faltered and reflects on loyalty, expediency, and the boss’s power.
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Hosses
Wak
Dugan
Tve
Danny Dugan
Dan
Danny
Bert Pace
Casey
Degbt
Iriah
Bose
United States
Polke
Kes
Aesjires
Puguligm
Boas
Ogocession
Ellemee
Longevity in Hot Climates and Climate Myths
The article summarizes Dr. Lugi Sambon of Rome arguing that warm, variable climates may not hinder longevity and may suit human development. It cites Arabs living longer than Eskimos, Hindus maturing early yet aging well, and comparisons of centenarians in England and Spain to suggest urban sanitation, not climate, drives mortality differences.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lugi Sambon
Rome
Central
South America
Europe
England
Spain
Forcing His Chances in Card Scandal
Washington Star notes a performer known as Shadiboy t faces trouble again amid a card scandal. A quoted line argues he should only play if he can afford losses, implying advice confusion and risky conduct.
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Shadiboy
Washington Star
Editor Rejects Essay On Woman and Her Defects
A caller presents an essay about Woman and Her Defects to a Cleveland Plain Dealer editor. The editor jokes about suitability of subject matter and marriage status before returning the piece.
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The
Cleveland Plain Dealer
Tortured Six Months By Eczema Baby Cured By Cutura
Mrs Louis Leck of San Antonio Texas describes her two year old son’s eczema lasting six months with facial sores and sleepless nights. After trying two doctors the Cuthura Remedies eased his itching and sores within weeks and he has remained clear since April 1907.
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Louis Leck
San Antonio
Tex
Curious Indian Custom of the Omaha During Planting Time
J Owen Dorsey records a spring council of the Omaha where the Hanga leader orders planting. He wears a robe with hair outside and cries as he travels, carrying sacred corn and distributing a few kernels to each household to begin digging and planting.
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J. Owen Dorsey
Omaha
Indiana
Time Ball Game Day Request From Willie
A voice boy named Willie approaches the firm head with a stammer to ask permission to take time for the ball game. The employer rushes him to speak and offers no delay. Willie explains he wished to take time off for the game this day.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Willie
Witle
Harper's Weekly
Allen's Foot-Ease Cures Painful Feet and Ingrown Nails
In an old advertisement the powder Allen's Foot-Ease is promoted as a cure for emollient feet, sweating feet, and ingrown nails. It promises easy shoe fitting and comfort, with a trial package offered free and a 25 cent price from druggists. The note ends with a humorous quotation from the Washington Star.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allen
Olmeted
le Roy
N. Y
Melodrama Exchange Sparks Courtship Debate
A sharp exchange features a melodrama line about a blacksmith and a banker, followed by courtship counsel. The dialogue pivots on risking life for love, then practical sacrifice after marriage, highlighting tensions between romance and duty.
Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound hailed as life saver
A Manning Iowa woman credits Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound with restoring her health after years of severe female illness. She says following the company’s advice and using the product saved her life and urges other sick women to try it. Mrs Pinkham invites letters for free advice from Lynn Mass.
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L Pinkham
T. C. Willadsen
Manning
Town
Lydia E. Pinkham
Lydie E. Pinkham
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Ernest M'Gaffey
Joseph B. Bowles
Andly
Misanthropic
Cutiura
Ananias
Pettit
All Druggista
Howard Bros
Buffalo
Dodds
He Food Products
Libby
McNeill
Chicago
Sui
Eadaghe
CARTE
Warnenee
E&cares
Thempeon’s
Lye Water
Oliver
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