Dr Pierce Golden Medical Discovery Claims Cures
Ad touts Dr Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery as a cure for indigestion catarrh and stomach disorders with ingredients listed on bottles. Claims include antiseptic anti ferment nutritive demulcent glycerine and use for nasal passages throat and bronchial issues with accompanying Sage's Catarrh Remedy for cleansing and relief.
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Dr. Pierce
Nature
Pierce
Bronschin
Golden Medical
Fragmented 19th century ad and anecdote collage
A chaotic collage shows a seven month newlywed quip about a birthday gift, then an advertisement flood for seeds from John A Salzer Seed Co of La Crosse Wisconsin, listing cabbage lettuce tomato and other seeds with postal promos. Also appear are old time health claims and quips from Baltimore American and Hall's Catarrh Cure, plus a note on Brazilian diamond fields and export duties.
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Total
John A. Salzer Seed Co
Box C
la Crosse
Wis
First Cold Tablet Adverts and Drug Claims
A historical snippet highlights Bromo Quinine laxative remedies and a white packaged Cold Tablet signed by E. W. Grove priced at 25 cents. It contrasts a Belgian military system via voluntary conscription as a failure and praises Garfield Tea for herbal benefits, claiming constipation indigestion and liver aid with Pure Food and Drugs Act guarantee.
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E. W. Grove
Politically Connected Ward Heeler Recommends Cousin for Police
A Philadelphia Press blurb depicts a ward heeler pressing for his cousin Mike Flannery to join the police force. The machine boss objects citing blindness and lame status, yet the supervisor argues he can still draw pay. The exchange reveals corruption and patronage dynamics in city policing.
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Mike Flannery
Poliss Force
Philadelphia Press
First 1907 fine in town noted by Yonkers Statesman
The Yonkers Statesman reports a local historic first as the chauffeur Redd sets a record by becoming the town's first fined individual in 1907. The item highlights civic record keeping and a notable early 20th century punishment.
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Redd
Greene
Yonkers Statesman
Senate Passes Denatured Alcohol Bill and Ship Subsidy Fight
Congress news recounts the Senate 65 to 1 vote for the denatured alcohol bill with Pettus opposing. It notes conference reports on several appropriations passed, the pension to Gen Joseph R Stanley’s widow, and the ship subsidy battle in the House ending 162 to 140 after hours of debate. The piece covers hours of service rules, pensions, and routine adjournments across both chambers with remarks on leadership and notable speeches.
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Pettus
Alabama
Post Office
Joseph R. Stanley
Pacific
Orient
Grosvenor
Ohio
Congress
House
Post Ofice
Rixey
Virginia
Adams
Wisconsin
Ketcham and
Flack
New York
Department of Commerce
Troum
White Mountain
Appalachian
Endowment For Agricultural Colleges
Aldriely Financial
Berk
Loeb
Smoot
la Follette
Carmack
Trnle
Gallinger
Allison
Blackburn
Cannon
What Western Canada Does in Wheat Farming
Letter from Dundurn Saskatchewan dated Sept 30, 1966 records a Wheat yield averaging 4.54 bushels per acre from a single field, with total harvest near 2,000 bushels sold as seed and a claim of improved farming results. The writer praises Western Canada as a premier grain region and notes using eight horses and an hired man.
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Dundurn
Sask
W. H. Rogers
Indianapolis
Ind
Our Grace
Canada
Toaver
Tomes
Minnesota
Indiana
Post Office seeks funds for 60 clerks until July 1
The Post Office Department asked Congress for a 150000 appropriation to cover salaries for 60 clerks through July 1 as postal business grows. Meanwhile the House sent to conference the revenue cutter bill. The Senate added a boat to be used as a boarding heat for Treasury officials at Galveston Texas and did not change the bill’s title.
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Post Office Department
Congress
House
Senate
Treasury Department
Galveston
Texas
Imperceptible Speed Inquiry Sparks Urban Banter
A playful exchange unfolds with a Boston girl asking if street cars run on Sundays. A Philadelphia the Cleveland Plata Dealer replies that service is hardly noticeable, highlighting contrasting regional tones in a fragmentary dialogue.
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Boston
Philadelphia
Cleveland
Plata
Great Crops and Climate Attract Texas Gulf Coast Settlers
The Texas Gulf Coast offers prime farming with two crops yearly on land at $25 per acre. Rock Island lines issue a large descriptive book and low round trip excursion rates to those emailing John Sebastian, Passenger Traffic Manager, La Salle Station, Chicago.
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Texas Gulf Coast Country
John Sebastian
la Salle Station
Chicago
Musa and the Treasures of a Trifle Reign
A historic tale shows Musa, a powerful yet vain Moslem general, whose petty acts over his red beard and a chastised captain led to his disgrace. His recall prevented victory at the Battle of Yours, altering hopes for Europe and potentially humankind.
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Musa
Christendom
Cross
Europe
Awful, I Feel Awfully Sorry for Mabel Quote
A short quip from the Washington Star laments Mabel’s shamefaced blush, noting the girl’s condition with sly humor. The remark highlights social expectations and playful gossip in the press.
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Mabel
Washington Star
Coffee thawed her 15 long years headline
A patient writes of relief after abandoning coffee for Postum. She describes decades of spinal irritation and nervous trouble, healthcare efforts, and eventual health gains after switching to Postum. A friend also benefited, with family planning to use Postum for life. The testimonial cites Battle Creek, Michigan and the slogan There’s a reason.
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Postum Co
Battle Creek
Mich
Wellville
Lydia E. Pinkham
Aug.ly
Augustus Lyon
Fast Earl
Pinkham
Lydia FE
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