Thomas Gale of Alaska Congressman and endorsements
Biographical notes identify THOS GALE of Alaska as a member of the U S Congress with Washington D C addresses listed in 1312 6th St NW and 1912 9th St NW Columbus Ohio based Peruna endorsements from Thomas Caton C Slem Py and a Virginia congressman praising Peruna as a cough cold remedy and cure for catarrh along with ad copy for Ideal Laxative
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Thos. Gale
Alaska
U.S
Congress
Pacific Slope
Washington
9Th St
N.W
Washington, N
Washington, D.C
Peruana Drug Co
Columbus
Ohio
Thomas Cale
Iton C. Slem Py
Virginia
Dealers Profit in Fashion Talk at City Shop Windows
An older bachelor observes changing women’s dress as winter styles shift to short skirts and sleeves. He notes shoppers spend freely on smart shoes and alterations, remarking on the era of fashion and spending without complaint.
Incurable eczema cured by Cuticura remedies
Mrs Lily Hedre of Camberwell Green England writes of a son Owen who suffered from severe eczema from age three months to fifteen years. After four hospitalizations and many hopeless treatments a set of Cuticura Remedies brought a miraculous recovery and he is now perfectly cured. January 12 1907.
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Ling
Owen
Lily Hedre
Camblewell Green
England
Cutse and Effect Doctor Tailor Joke
A doctor compliments a family on their health while the tailor notes it has been two years since a coat was made. The exchange plays on mutual care and timing in a light, humorous fashion.
May artist remarks on a graceful portrait exchange
A humorous exchange centers on a pretty graceful picture. The artist comments on the reception while mishearing a question about whose portrait prompted the remark.
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Bess
Vex
Remedy for Neuralgia and Nerve Pain Promoted
An advertisement touts Sloan's Liniment as a powerful, fast acting nerve sedative providing relief from neuralgia and facial pain without rubbing. It cites a Marietta South Carolina case by J P Hubbard who says a 25 cent bottle cured his neuralgia and he would not be without it, noting use for insect bites and sore throat.
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Sloan
J. P. Hubbard
Marietta
S. C
Hospitality Question Sparks Mixed Reactions
Local residents discuss visitors at hospitals amid busy times as many decline offers of company. Respondents emphasize personal preference and privacy during peak hours.
Piles Cured in 6 to 14 Days by Pazo Ointment
An old advertisement touts Pazo Ointment with a money back guarantee to cure piles itching bleeding or protruding in six to fourteen days with a bold claim of guaranteed results and a reference to a founder.
Fashion notes on lace adorned blouses and elegance
An excerpt discusses lace heavy blouses, their elegance, and designer use of embroidery. It notes lace as a dominant, refined feature and hints at the impact on wearers and fashion perception.
Coronet Veil Adds Height and Grace to Brides
Fashion notes a new coronet veil arrangement using soft tulle and a wreath of orange blossoms to raise the bride’s height by two to three inches. The style offers a queenly front view, graceful back and profile, and encourages long dignified lines reminiscent of courtly eras. Brides should consider perspective when choosing bridal attire.
Pretty skirt effects with velvet borders and braid details
The article describes skirt styles featuring velvet borders, buttons, and braid. It highlights tunics with square fronts in black or white satin faced cloth, edged by velvet pastilles and borders, emphasizing elegance without embroidery.
Pretty Nut Brown Cashmere HomeWear Skirt Ensemble
A vintage description presents a nut brown cashmere skirt with a narrow front and circular sides. Novel trimming features two bands with cord loops and velvet buttons connecting the edges, extended to the bodice and lace vest. Garment uses eight yards of fabric, seven dozen buttons, satin, lace, and silk pieces.
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Bretelles
Veiled Fashion Showpiece Described in Quiet Detail
An evening coat of dull green satin with a 12 inch hand painted border is described. A black chiffon overdrapery veils the garment in full folds, edged along the fronts with a three inch band of black lamb. Sleeves appear as loops of screen chiffon and delicate jaima fabric.
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Neils
Vests Succeed Yokes in Fashion Details
A description notes how milady’s theater or opera chair reveal a bodice rich in braid embroidery or lace. It contrasts the long-used round yoke with shorter yokes and evolving vest effects marked by straight lines and open waist sides.
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Milady
Fashionable Net Dress Trimming Gains in Vogue
A discussion on economy in fashion notes net fabrics rising in popularity as dress trim. Silk floss embroidery, floral designs, and bold outlines are highlighted for novelty. Mention is made of their use beyond shirtwaists and blouses to dresses.
Pretty in Leather New Accessory Trends for Women
Leather remains a dominant element in the well dressed woman's wardrobe with gauntlet gloves and other imported leather pieces showcased. The just unpacked novelties offer varied styles and smart finishes, presenting both novelty and practicality for the season.
The Ritz Bag and 1908 Leather Accessories Parade
A catalog style notice describes the Ritz small patent leather bag with white moire lining, gold plated frame, and inner change purse. It notes compact flat bags for carriage use, leather kits for travel, monogrammed silver fittings, and a purse designed to pair with a fashionable muff and gauntlet gloves, emphasizing practicality and finish.
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Ritz
Milady
Hanger for the Watch Design for bedside display
Instructional description of a watch hanger crafted from cardboard and silk. A seven by four inch card is covered with brocade or silk, padded with satin stitch, edged with cordings, and mounted with a sateen back. Two small back rings hang on wall nails and a gilt top hook holds the watch and chain in a silk bag.
Glove Pharmaceutical Co Pine Oil Cure Promoted
An advertisement touts a home remedy mixing Concentrated oil of pine with glycerine and whiskey to treat acute coughs in 24 hours. It claims the product is sold as a half ounce vial from Globe Pharmaceutical Co. of Dayton Ohio.
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Globe Pharmaceutical Co
Dayton
Ohio
New Ideas in Embroideries Adorn Evening Wear
Embroideries in floss silk and metal threads illuminate luxurious evening wraps and gowns. Gold and old silver tissue present foundations for tunics and overdresses in lace and embroidered filet net. Heavily sequined black gowns and net lace outfits remain fashionable and richly embellished.
Hair nets that wear like iron and fit like a glove
An improved hair net described as bag shaped with even elastic distribution. It uses a strong invisible silk draw thread at the edge with a non detachable pin for easy handling. Made from human hair and available in all shades.
New Velvet Ribbon Jewelry Delights The Era
The item highlights ornate velvet ribbons worn around the throat enhanced with jewels and seed pearls. It notes durable substitutes like metal in collars and announces shimmering options set with diamonds and sapphires suited for women of varying ages.
Variety of blouse suits for boys and girls in fashion
The article highlights diverse children's outfits with emphasis on blou se suits for little boys in black velvet and velveteen with sailor collars, white shields, and white collars. white silk stockings for the tiny boys. tuxedos for older boys in velvet velveteen or cloth. It notes black pumps and patent leather shoes with white uppers for little boys, and dainty soft ribbed silk hosiery for girls along with fashionable shoes for all ages.
Care of Children’s Teeth Advice
It is wise to take the children to the dentist once a year Choose the dentist as you would the family doctor and he will advise what is best.
Veils as Key Accessory in Fashionable Attire
The veil is a crucial element that can elevate or ruin a costume and age appearance. Bordered veils draw the eye along the chin to the coiffure, changing the facial contour as they rise or fall. Adjusting the veil is an art requiring skill to achieve the best possible effect.
Lydia E Pinkhams Vegetable Compound touted as lifesaver
A Victorian advertisement extols Lydia E Pinkhams Vegetable Compound as a cure for female troubles noting letters from Mrs. Williams of Gardiner Maine and Mrs Alvina Sperling of Chicago claiming they avoided surgery and regained health. It cites thirty years of use and invites sick women to write for advice. A separate studio anecdote features a painter replying to a color mixing question with a remark about using brains.
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Lydia E. Pinkham
8. A. Williams
Gardiner
Maine
Alvina Sperling
Claybourne Ave
Chicago
Bellboy Hopes for Reward Hidden in Hotel Towels
A hotel bellboy, seen late at night, searches a wicker hamper of used towels. He explains he hopes to find a lost ring and earn a reward, aiming to become a man of means.
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Sonny
In Memoriam Notice Costs Sixpence An Inch
A miner visits the Melbourne Argus proposing a poem for his dead old boss. The clerk says sixpence per inch for notices. The miner protests his boss was over six feet tall, implying the fee is too high.
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Melbourne Argus
Postum Affects Wife and Doctor Notice digestive relief
A doctor notes that families using Postum appeared healthier than coffee drinkers. He and his wife switched to Postum after marriage. coffee and tea were discarded as Postum became the daily drink. He states long standing digestive issues disappeared after using Postum.
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Postum
Postum Co
Battle Creek
Mich
Wellville
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