Peruna as a Catarrh Remedy Questioned
The article questions Peruna’s claim as an effective chronic catarrh remedy and cites the United States Dispensatory notes on ingredients like hydrastis canadensis golden seal cory dalis formosa and cedron seeds as tonic bitter components. It invites readers to request testimonials in a free book to gauge public opinion.
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United States
Peruna
Comic Exchange About Jokes and Common Sense
A humorist jokes about rotten lines while a friend sharpens the point, noting that what seems modest may reveal practical judgment.
Northwestern Inventors Secure Several Patents Last Week
Lothrop and Johnson report patents issued to Northwestern inventors including Deslacs of Deslacs North Dakota for a shock loader and heater by A I D Kyle of Aberdeen South Dakota. F R McQueen of Minneapolis and W T Oxley of Campbell Minnesota also listed for items such as a storage fin and a sadiron. Other patents include sack tie by G Rentz of Wells Minnesota and a pen by C W Shreiter of Wimble don North Dakota.
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Northwestern
Lothrop & Johnson
Pioneer Press
St. Paul
Minn
E. L. Grif- Deslacs
N. D
A. I. D. Kyle
Aberdeen
S. D
F. R. McQueen
Minneapolis
Deslacs
F. R. Minn
W. T. Oxley
Campbell
G. Rentz
Wells
Pen
C. W. Shreiter
Wimbledon
Daughter Hideaway Piano Promise Sparks Secret Pact
The child asks to keep a piano when she marries, hoping to take it with her. The father confirms but urges secrecy to avoid spoiling her chances, hinting at a concealed agreement or family plan.
Buick Automobiles The Winner
The Pence Automobile Co of Minneapolis Minnesota promotes Buick automobiles with the Winner catalog offer inviting readers to request the FADE catalog for details.
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Buick Automobiles
Pence Automobile Co
Minneapolis, Minn
Not a Discovery Naming a Primate Mammal
A professor and his wife discuss naming a newborn. The scientist astonishedly asserts the specimen is a primate mammal, specifically Homo sapiens, implying a humorous or ironic twist on classification.
Mrs Winslow’s Soothing Syrup Advertisement
An 25 cent bottle advertises Mrs Winslow’s Soothing Syrup claiming it soothes children gums reduces inflammation relieves pain and cures wind colic. The copy presents a pediatric remedy with a period tone typical of old ads.
Far East Diplomacy and China Japan Smuggling Arrests
China detected Japanese arms smuggling and arrested offenders before engaging in diplomacy. Japan replied to China with a taunt and China considered the overtures before proceeding.
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Far East
China
Japan
Honors to Spare She graduates then wed in June
A sweet girl graduate earns top honors and plans a June wedding. The story highlights her achievement and forthcoming marriage with local admiration and social notes.
Conquest of Cigarette and Vintage Prices Noted
The passage discusses cigarette spread post Crimean War with Turkish and Russian influences and mentions Milton Dairy Co of St Paul Minnesota as heavy cream buyers seeking prices. It notes some men dodge the issue when sought.
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England
Milton Dairy CO
ST. Paul, Minn
Triumph of the Good Natured Man at the Boarders
A witty good natured man among boarding house residents wins a rival by debating Ibsen and marries Miss Pennyweight after a stint tending her aquarium. Alberich the frog dies, bets on the wedding are paid, and Pennyweight continues at business while the husband lectures at civic groups.
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Guinea
Miss Pennyweight
Nora
Ibsen
Hedda Gabler
Alberich
Citizens’ Free Thought Association
Miss Pennywright
The Capture of Mosby tale in Shenandoah Valley
Confederate cavalryman Mosby is believed to be at a farm cabin in 1864 Shenandoah Valley. A hungry soldier asks a contraband woman for Mosby, then reports Mosby is inside a nearby house. The pursuing colonel enters the cabin to find only a cradle and a sucking infant.
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Mosby
Seeing and Listening With and Without Glasses
A near sighted man explains he reads best with glasses off and print close to his eyes but understands spoken words best with glasses on. He notes in darkness comprehension is similar with or without spectacles and cites switching for clarity during conversation.
Washington Celebrates Opening of New Municipal Capitol
Washington observers marked July Fourth with the dedication of the new white marble Municipal building housing District of Columbia admin offices. Speakers included George B. Cortelyou and Joseph G. Cannon. 5000 attendees heard songs and read declarations as the Marine Band played. All government offices closed for the holiday.
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Washington
Capitol
District of Columbia
Pennsylvania Avenue
Fourteenth
E Streets
George B. Cortelyou
the Treasury
Joseph G. Cannon
House of Representatives
United States Marine Band
Joe Cannon
Changes in a Newspaper Man’s Lunch Route
The piece follows a columnist named Smith once known for roaming streets to gather stories and feed his meals, now a Taft hireling. A friend invites him to lunch at Quick and Dirty, but Smith declines preferring New Willard, citing sanitary concerns and a shift in his role.
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Smith
Mr. Smith
Maryland
Mr. Taft
Havana
St. Regis
New Willard
Tata
Washington Star
Washington Dips to Annual Low in Population Vents
A capital city correspondent notes Washington reaches its annual low water mark in population as summer heat drives residents outward. The writer recalls claims that a larger share leaves than in any other city and predicts a census bulletin may quantify the trend.
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Washington
National Capital
Neck of the Woods
Alexandria
Cumberland
Musk Deer In Tibet Trade Report
Consul-General William H. Michael notes Tibetan traders visiting Calcutta in March 1908 brought musk, valued by high-caste Indians. The musk comes from a small Himalayan Tibetan musk deer living at about 9,000 feet. the male yields the finest musk. The species is shy and hard to capture.
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William H. Michael
Calcutta
Himalayas
Tibetan
What the Trade Mark Means to the Buyer
A discussion on how a trade mark signals product merit and accountability. It contrasts brand owners who stand behind their goods with imitators who push dealer branding and shift risk to buyers, citing National Lead Company’s Dutch Boy White Lead as a superior, verifiable guaranty. The firm offers a free blowpipe test kit from its New York Woodbridge Building office.
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National
New York
Woodbridge Building
Envy of London Club Life Noted by Italianobserver
The text extols London for its huge variety of clubs shaping fashion art and politics. It claims London hosts more clubs than any city and regards clubs as essential to English refined life. It contrasts Italian society unfavorably, noting no Italian equivalent to these institutions.
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London
Hoyt's Headache and Neuralgia Cologne Ad
Harmless refreshing remedy offers quick relief for headache neuralgia nervousness faintness exhaustion sleeplessness for internal and external use. For sale by oil druggists in 25 and 50 cent bottles.
Had Her Choice
A mother notes her daughter chose the smaller apple after her elder sister’s luck. The boy explains he offered the smaller apple to his sister as the only option, and she chose it, ensuring she would also receive something. The exchange highlights parental guidance and sibling dynamics.
Notary notice and patent medicine ad copy fragment
A fragmented news item shows a notary public oath from Toledo and an advertisement for Catarrh Cure by F J Cheney Co promising internal action on mucous surfaces. It mentions doctor Kilpatrick and refers to a 30 year old potion sale with signatures and a 75 cent price.
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F. J. Cheney & CO
Toledo
All Drugatste
Hall
Emily Pilis
Silent Proposal Night Recalled in Witty Exchange
A humorous exchange unfolds as a husband recalls proposing and recounts a silent hour with his wife. She confirms the moment, and he jokes that hour was the happiest of his life. The lightweight dialogue showcases playful romantic banter.
Lydia Pinkham's Compound Promoted By Denver Woman
A Denver woman credits Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound with restoring her health after years of female troubles and an unsuccessful operation. The letter urges other sick women to try the remedy and to write for advice from Mrs. Pinkham at Lynn Mass.
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Lydia E. Pinkham
A. Gregory
Lawrence St
Denver
Cal
Dialogue Sting: Question Over Jimpson Kick
A character exchange hinges on a provocation as one speaker asks what caused the kick of Jimpson. The other retorts that the insult spurred the act, noting the irony in confirming the statement and the stereotype of asses.
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Jimpson
Dr J H Rindlaub Ear Nose and Throat Specialist Fargo
It's so much easier to pray for forgiveness than to fight temptation. This notice lists Dr J H Rindlaub as a specialist in Fargo North Dakota focusing on eye ear nose and throat care.
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J. H. Rindlaub
Fargo, N. D
Local Ad Offers Kodak Supplies and Services
An advertisement from O. H. Peck Co. at 110 S. St. in Minneapolis promotes buying kodaks and film and finishing services. The note mentions affordable options even for a modest wallpaper hanger seeking hotel work.
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Kodaks
O. H. Peck Co
S. St. St
Minneapolisa
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