Derelict Ghosts Sail Atlantic Lanes Threaten Mariners
Historic account details drifting derelicts like the James W. and Wyer G. Sargent, wreckers Nina and Gresham, and famed Countess of Dufferin. Navy patrols under Commander Holman chase and beach wrecks, while pinnacles and icebergs remain grave Atlantic hazards.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Barkentine
Nantucket Island
Atlantic
Mailes
Corvo
Azores
Holman
James W
Charlottetown
Prince Edwardsland
Halifax
New York
Amsterdam
Bell
Nina
Hydrographic Office
Forsien
Gresham
Wyer G. Sargent
Countess of Dufferin
W. L. White
Hebrides
Gulf Stream
Europe
New York Times
Remarkable Cures Claimed For Peruna In Old Letters
A 1900 advertisement collects letters praising Peruna from John O. Atkinson of Independence Missouri and Mrs Alla Schwandt of Sanborn Minnesota. They describe long standing catarrh, constipation, rheumatism, and recovery after Peruna and Manalin use. The piece notes old age as a factor in systemic catarrh and claims $10,000 guarantees testimonial authenticity.
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Manalin
John O. Atkinson
Alla Schwandt
Market Exchange Bank
Columbus
Ohio
Annandad
No Change Thirsty Jim Gee Trumps Beer Price Hike Plan
Weary Willie remarks that the trust should raise beer prices, while the public ledger notes that they will instead raise prices themselves. The exchange portrays a local economic protest with two named figures and a city setting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jim
Willie
Philadelphia Public Ledger
Flocking into Canada amid land scarcity drives Dakota migration
Major Allison Edwards, United States Consul General in Montreal, reports North Dakotans and neighboring states flooding into Western Canada for farms. He notes no boundary concern, only lack of land, and says migrants are well off and informed. Canadian agents offer extensive homestead land guidance.
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Dakota
Maj. Edwards
United States
Montreal
Allison Edwards
Fargo
North Dakota
Canada
West
Woman Discusses Notions of Beauty and Rivalry
A woman argues that she willnever accept another woman as more homely than herself, expressing a belief that competition in appearance is ongoing and unending.
Allen's Foot-Ease Advertises Soothing Foot Remedy
A testimonial from Mrs. W. J. Walker of Camden New Jersey praises Allen's Foot-Ease noting its cure for burning itching feet. The ad invites readers to ask their druggist and states the product is sold by all druggists for 25 cents.
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Allen
W.J Walker
Camden
N. J
Man and Woman Ahead and Behind Their Ages
A reflective line notes that many men age faster than their years and many women lag behind theirs, suggesting social tempo and personal growth vary by gender and individual.
Laxative Bromo Quinine Advertised as Cold Cure
An old advertisement promises a one day cure for colds using Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets. It states all druggists will refund the money if the remedy fails and notes E Wrove's signature on each box.
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Dra
E. W.rove
Noisy Preacher Keeps Small Boy Awake in Church
A short newspaper item notes a loud preacher in a local church drawing attention as a young boy struggles to stay awake during service. The scene highlights a humorous, relatable moment in early morning worship.
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S. M. Holman
United States Navy
Pennsylvania
Saratoga
White House
Queen Victoria
Uncle Sam
John Bull
John Franklin
Melville Bay
New England
Northumberland Gulf
New London
Congress
England
Hayes
Marine Services
Tively
Havana
Pe Rusna
Hartman
Sanborn, Minn
Mrs. Mno
O.atkinson
Independence
Mpr
Mrs, Schwandt
Janborny Minn
Ian
Eas
Mark
Northwestern Yeast Co
Chicago
Ick
Thompson’s Eye
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