The Marrying Squire of Brazil Indiana
Justice Geo E Law of Brazil Indiana known as the Marrying Squire for marrying about 1400 couples. He cites kidney trouble in the 1880s and credits three boxes of Deans Kidney Pills with cure in 1897 and nine years of relief. Sold by Lester Milburn Co Buffalo NY 60 cents a box.
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Geo. E. Law
Brazil
Ind
Martring Squire
Justice Law
Dean
Lester-Milburn Co
Buffalo, N. Y
His Lucky Horse Chestnut Returns After Arrests
J. G. Simpson, held as an alleged bookmaker, begs Lieut Wheeler for the return of a horse chestnut after release for want of evidence. He insists the charm helps him gamble and greets its return with more joy than his discharge.
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J. G. Simpson
Lieut Wheeler
Questions of Age with Jokesmith and Critic
A humorous dialogue where Jokesmith jokes about writing in the woods to escape a stuffy den and the Critic notes squirrels stealing stale chestnuts as a playful jab about aging and creativity.
Whale Bone Built Cottage and Boathouse Reported
A Lancashire coast cottage and boathouse were constructed largely from whalebone remains and dried whale skins forming walls and roof. A similar structure exists in Scotland using skulls and heavy bones as exterior ornaments.
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Lancashire
England
Scotland
Soldier's Gold Watch Found After Crowd Gaffe
A First Regiment of Artillery soldier named Jules Corncloup was leaving the Metropolitan station at Avenue de Suffren when a passerby warned him to look out. He saw a magnificent gold watch hanging by a chain from his dolman button, apparently snagged on the crowd.
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Artillery
Jules Corncloup
Paris Figaro
Metropolitan
Avenue de Sufffren
Dolman
Trials of Dr Paton in New Hebrides 1858 hardship
The Missionary Dr John Gibson Paton recounts his arrival in the New Hebrides in 1858. He describes natives in war paint, a violent scene with deaths, and a native servant returning with water tainted by dead bodies. He later drank coconut water to cope with the ordeal.
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John Gibson Paton
New Hebrides
Enigmatic Suitor Seeks Daughter’s Hand
A man declares to a noble figure that his wish to marry the daughter would make him son-in-law, while the father questions the intent. The suitor insists he wishes to wed, noting that his becoming son-in-law is an unavoidable consequence.
Cure For Baby Sores With Cutiura Soap
Mrs George J Steese of Akron Ohio recalls a child’s skin disease that resisted doctors and remedies until Cutiura Soap and Ointment were used. After half a cake of Soap and half a jar of Ointment the sores disappeared and the baby’s face and body cleared completely. She would pay five dollars if needed.
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George J. Steese
Coburn St
Nine to Account For Thomas and Kitty Exchange
Thomas declares affection to Caterwaul while Kitty Mouser responds with concern and curiosity in a playful exchange between pet characters.
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Thomas Caterwaul
Pet
Kitty Mouser
Tommy
Garfield Tea: A Herbal Laxative for All Ages
An advertisement promotes Garfield Tea as a herbal laxative suitable for men women and children. It claims to purify the blood eradicate disease and overcome constipation while delivering good health.
Duty and Willingness Shape People’s Labors
The remark notes that while people are ready to fulfill duties, they resist excessive effort. It contrasts obligation with enthusiasm and suggests a cautious approach to workload, hinting at a balance between responsibility and personal limits.
How Woman Has Elevated the Stage
An analysis of women in Shakespearean and modern drama, tracing early resistance to female players to their pivotal roles in advancing the art. Julia Marlowe and others are cited as models of perseverance, talent, and moral influence, arguing that women’s presence enhances dramatic literature and education.
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Julia Marlowe
Lake Country
England
Kansas
Parsienia
Ingomar
Theate
New York
Juliet
Viola
Rosalind
Barbar
Trietchie
Colliette
Mary Tudor
Anne Marshall
Margaret Hughes
Pepys
Killigrew
London
Beaumont and Pletcin
Rachel,Ristori
Fanny Kemble
Charlotte Cushman
Helen Faucit
Adelaide Neilson
Mr. Ruskin
Modjeska
Terry
Dusa
Mrs Betterton and the Rise of Women in the Theatre
The text celebrates the emergence of women’s prominence in drama led by Mrs Betterton. It notes her role as instructress to Princesses Mary and Anne after Calista at court and praises her influence on acting dignity and charity within her home. It highlights the lasting impact of early actresses on the stage.
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Pyrane
Juliet
Desdemona
Mrs. Betterton
Woman's steadfast work elevates drama in education
A tribute notes a woman's arduous effort and untiring devotion in state service. Her work has elevated drama to its rightful place among educational forces, echoing Morley’s call to enter boldly at the playhouse door where the gods reside.
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Morley
Insurance appeal rates debated by English judge and counsel
English judge Justice Darling asked if insurers insure against a successful appeal. Counsel answered yes, noting insurers apply different rates for different judges. The exchange reflects concerns about appeals and insurance practices in legal circles.
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Darling
Popular Cement Uses on the Farm and Concrete Mixes
Cement is versatile on farms with durable floors for stables and pig pens. Prof. Crane of Illinois Agricultural College outlines concrete mixes from rich to lean, sand quality tests, and proper curing to ensure strong, sanitary surfaces and lasting foundations.
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Crane
Illinois Agricultural College
Keep Them Clean Milk Vessels
All milk vessels should be thoroughly cleaned by washing then scalding with boiling water and finally aired to remain perfectly sweet.
Butter Makes Fine Grain From Proper Cream
The text notes that butter will never grain finely if the fat globules are damaged by overheating cream or excessive churning.
Pills Claim Cure All Rheumatism Through blood Purification
An advertisement asserts Dr Williams Pink Pills cure rheumatism by purifying blood. It cites Mrs Ellen Russell of Auburn Missouri describing long illness, joint pain and heart weakness improved after taking pills. Claims pills also aid nervous debility indigestion headaches and other ailments and offers pamphlet and diet book. Pills sold by druggists or mail order from Schenectady New York.
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Williams
Mra
Ellen A. Russell
South Goff St
Auburn
Moe
Dr. Williams
Dr. Williams Medicine Company
Schenectady
Old Will Found in Bank of England Leaves Windel Family Rich
A 1745 will deposited at the Bank of England is found to leave £26,000 to the Windel family of Fuerstenburg near Baden. The funds have grown by compound interest to about $7,250,000. Windel descendants abroad sent agents to London with papers proving their lineage.
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Bank of England
Windel
Fuerstenburg
Baden
London
A Growler from Brother Williams
A quip from Brother Williams notes that many men growl due to lack of anything to growl about. He recalls a man who growled because the sunspots were not large enough to provide shade while plowing in July.
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Brother Wiliams
Memorial Window Sculpts Light at Church Pew
Witnesses recall the moment a light from a memorial window fell on the Jones pew, altering the look of a woman’s complexion as she and her husband left the church.
Man’s Daily Submissions to Injustice Defy Yesterday’s Vow
A man repeats daily indignities he swore he would resist, illustrating a cycle of compromise and resolve. The piece frames personal struggle as a test ofCharacter and will against recurring pressures.
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Cuthura
Shakespeare
Mrs. Drew
J. B. Bowles
Rachel
Racine
Lander
Zoltan
F. J Cheney Co
Toledo
Ohio
F.J Cheney & CO
Telede
Hajl
N. W. Hide & Fur Co
Minneapolis
Minn
Waterman Hunter Co
Ist
Ave. S
Dodds
Dion Ya Nel
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