Munsterberg Demonstrates Mind Reading For Crime Detecting
At Radcliffe College, Hugo Munsterberg tests his psychological method with three female volunteers. He claims to read minds by the speed and hesitation of responses to words tied to a clipping, noting a long pause when a relevant clue appears.
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Radcliffe College
Harvard
Munsterberg
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Bulldog Crib Defeated by Coons in Evanston
Archtect Charles Ayres reports his bull terrier Crib fought a raccoon in the early hours between two and four. Crib survived but was defeated and is in mourning while the intruder is kept on public display in a box on the Ayres back porch.
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Charles Ayres
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Gross Point
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Laughter as Cure Says Healthograms Mock Pill Trade
Chicago health bulletin mocks pill reliance by promoting laughter as a remedy for dyspepsia. It jokes about vac cination, cleanliness, and hygiene while urging women workers to be seated apart. The piece parodies medical advice and lampoons the pill industry and factory life.
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Health Department
Doffing the Queue and Robes Debate in China
Chinese Pacific coast nationals petition the emperor to abandon the queue and flowing robes as they seek to resemble American dress. They await an imperial rescript after entrusting a memorial to Prince Tsai Tao, minister of War and uncle of the emperor.
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AN Francisco
Pacific Coast
Tsai Tao
Statesman Travel Sparks Speech Duty Debate
A witty exchange notes that statesmanship carries burdens as a traveling official must prepare speeches for public consumption rather than simply sending postcards home. The remark contrasts formal duties with casual correspondence.
Reading Sparks and Walls Spark Gossip in Ancient City
Mrs Stubb remarks on towering city walls used to shield homes in ancient times Mr Stubb quips about a grand scheme to stop back yard gossiping The exchange highlights domestic humor amid urban legends and architectural features from antiquity
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Stubb
Reading
Building for longevity and home value tips by Radford
The article promotes expert free advice on building topics by William A. Radford and urges readers to plan generously from the start. It discusses how extra features inflate costs and how durable materials and cement plaster finishes, popular in Chicago suburbs, reduce monotony and increase home value.
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William A. Radford
Fifth Ave
Chicago
Ill
Wall Street’s Old Church and Trinity’s Timeless Spire
A vivid portrait of Trinity Church at Wall Street above a century old cemetery. The piece notes its seven room design priced at 4500 dollars, a first floor bedroom, large kitchen, and living spaces. It contrasts Trinity with nearby St Paul’s chapel and highlights Trinity Corporation as a major landowner with 13 million dollars in productive property.
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New York
Trinity Church
America
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Cerulean Heights
United States
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St. Paul’s Chapel
George Washington
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Doan's Kidney Pills Prove Effective for Mrs Remington
Mrs Mary I Remington of Elgleberry St Gilroy Cal describes severe kidney pain and frequent, burning passages during a critical period of life. After failing with other remedies she used Doan's Kidney Pills and was permanently cured, prompting her to urge others to remember the name. For sale by all dealers 60 cents a box FosterMilburn Co Buffalo NY
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Mary I. Remington
Elgleberry St. Gilroy
Cal
Doan
Dean’s
Foster-Milburn Co
Buffalo, N. Y
Foxes Kill Hunting Dogs in Daring Chase
A pair of valuable fox hunting dogs owned by James Dowling were killed by a pack of five foxes during a chase this afternoon. Witnesses from nearby yards observed the dramatic event as Game and Fish Association members warn that ravenous foxes threaten game in woods and mountains around Pottsville, with locals noting increasing fox numbers.
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James Dowling
Game and Fish Association
Pottsville
Philadelphia
Humble Offer Revealed For Daughters Marriage Aid
In a terse exchange the uncle suggests aiding a daughter's marriage by a future inheritance. The father refuses to reveal plans and says he will not leave her a million. The dialogue hints at family strategy and social expectations without explicit action.
Tuberculosis Beds by State Rise in 1915 Plan
New York leads with 5476 beds for consumptives as of May 1, 1915, followed by Massachusetts 2403 and Pennsylvania 13487 beds. The National Association urges universal care and aims to reach 35000 beds by May 1, 1916 to stamp out tuberculosis through home or institutional care.
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Massachusetts
Pennsylvania
Colorado
New Mexico
New York
National Association
A Practical Discourse Improvised Indoor Sermon
A stormy indoors scene shows Theo dore leading Florence in a mock church. He assigns roles and delivers a playful sermon about obedience and sharing, highlighting siblings negotiating toys and behavior.
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Florence
Theodore
Christian Herald
Casey At The Jet Gas Jet Alarm Tale
In dialogue from McGinnis and O Reilly Casey is accused of attempting self harm by opening every gas jet in a house and waiting. The piece records a sensational quoted exchange.
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Casey
McGinnis
O'Reilly
Doctor's Experience Warns Coffee Harms Health
A letter asserts coffee undermines health, claiming Postum improved a 42 year old sufferer’s nervous system, sleep, weight, and energy after two months. It notes the reader’s family also stopped coffee and grew healthier, urging readers to try Postum and read The Road to Wellville.
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Postum
Wellville
Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound Ad
Hudson reader testimony praises the remedy for irregular and painful periods. The ad claims hundreds of letters from mothers support its benefits and urges girls with health issues to seek Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound and free advice from Mrs. Pinkham in Lynn Massachusetts.
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Ohio
Lydia E. Pinkham
George Strickler
Hudson, Ohio
R. No
Lydia Pinkham
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It Was His Turn Featherbed Tale
Two weary travelers stay at a rural hotel owner offers a spare feather bed for both. One sleeps soundly while the other stays awake. At 2 a.m. the wakeful man wakes his companion claiming it is his turn to sleep on the feather.
Irish Policeman Chases Speeding Motorist Tale
A Dublin area patrolman, keen sportsman, spots a car at 20 mph but sees no sign. A faster vehicle at 40 mph draws his attention, then a car racing a mile a minute prompts a joyful exclamation. The comic anecdote ends with the wag praise of the swift driver.
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Dublin
Guardian
Pat
Beware of Mercury Ointments for Catarrh
Warning against catarrh ointments containing mercury and urging prescription use. Promotes Hall's Catarrh Cure by F J Cheney & Co Toledo Ohio as mercury free and effective, with testimonials and nationwide availability. Also advertises Hall's Family Pills for constipation at Cruesists.
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F J. Cheney & Co
Toledo
Toledo Ohio
F. J Cheney & Co
The Kid and the Goat Share Lakeside Fun
A boy leads a goat toward the lake inviting a companion to join. The boy jokes the goat just ate a crate of sponges and will drink at the water. The exchange captures a lighthearted rural scene with playful dialogue.
Allen's Foot-Ease Shoes Tighten Relief
Advertises Allen's Foot-Ease antiseptic powder to cure tired feet and ease corns and bunions. Promotes use when breaking in new shoes and for dancing. Sold everywhere for 25c with free sample by Allen Olmsted in Le Roy New York.
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Allen
Olmsted
le Roy
Circumstances Are Beyond Man’s Control Yet His Conduct Remains
A short inspirational adage attributed to Beaumont notes that circumstances escape human control while individual conduct remains within a person’s power. The saying emphasizes personal responsibility amid fate.
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Beaumont
Patent tonics and syrups fill old ad page claims
An old advertisement page touts Dr Pierce’s Pleasant Pellets as stomach and bowel regulators and sugarcoated granules. It also promotes Mrs Winston’s Soothing Syrup for teething and gums with claims to ease pain and reduce inflammation, ending with a poetic line about divine love.
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Mrs. Winston
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