Peruna tonic touted as remedy for chronic stomach troubles
An Rochester New York man recounts thirty years of chronic bowel and stomach trouble improving after faithful use of Peruna. The ad urges catarrh sufferers to try Peruna in liquid or tablet form and invites readers to request Dr Hartman’s Health Book and a Peruna Almanac from The Peruna Company.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Louis Young
Merrimac St. Rochester
N. Y
Mr. Young
Dr. Hartman
Peruna Company
Columbus
Ohio
Be Industrious Not Idle Near the Bank
A short reminder protests against idleness near financial institutions and urges practical effort when money is involved. The note frames the bank as a lure and emphasizes steady work over wasting time near cash locations.
Dr Kilmer Swamp Root Kidney Liver and Bladder Remedy
An advertisement touts Dr Kilmer's Swamp Root as a pure vegetable herbal remedy for kidney liver and bladder troubles. It claims no stimulants, offers medium and large bottle sizes, and includes an offer for a sample bottle with ten cent postage. The ad urges using the best medicine and notes a sworn purity statement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Kilmer
Dr. Ilmer & Co
Binghamton, N. Y
Allies prepared to go into Berlin if peace terms rejected
London reports that if Germany refuses to sign the peace treaty the Allies would advance on Berlin. American officers say Germans are bitter yet resigned to harsh terms, while occupied civilians show mixed reactions and fear of forced invasion to secure a just peace.
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Hunland
London
Berlin
Germany
Cobilenz
Versailles
Austrian Treaty Nears Completion As Boundaries Finalized
The council of four spent Monday afternoon defining Austrian boundaries and expects the Austrian treaty to be completed within the week. President Wilson met with American commissioners assessing the peace treaty, noting similarities with the German treaty could speed Austria's document.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris
Council of Four
Wilson
Austria
King Sees Peace League Victory For Nations
In Salt Lake City Senator William H. King spoke on Monday asserting America’s stance with the League of Nations. He argued the United States will ratify the pact soon, framing it as a path to world peace and denouncing entangling alliances while praising bipartisan support.
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Salt Lake City
America
League of Nations
United States Senate
Jole
William H. King
Manila Maru Passengers Safe After Fire Near Cape Wlattory
The Manila Maru arrived from the Orient with about 200 passengers and a cargo worth around 2 million dollars. A fire broke out in the guld of the ship about 1000 miles from Cape Wlattory, but passengers remained calm and officers reported no injuries.
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Seattle
Wilson Defends American People
President Wilson in an address to the French Academy of Moral and Political Sciences rejected the idea that Americans are chiefly materialistic or worshipers of dollars. He defended the moral and civic ideals of the American people.
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Wilson
Paria
Liie Andress
Mouduay
French Academy of Moral and Political Sciences
The Minister Receives Odd Wedding Fee
A minister performing a marriage receives a pair of kid gloves as a fee from the bridegroom. Years later he learns each glove finger hides a folded five dollar bill, making the gesture far more valuable than expected.
Severe Test of Artificial Limbs in War Office
Two officers who lost a leg in the war had to navigate 354 stone stairs after both lifts failed at the war office. A London Evening News writer notes the feat tests the officers’ pluck and the engineers’ limb craftsmanship.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
War Office
London Evening News
Hall's Catarrh Medicine Promoted for Internal Cure
Claims catarrh is not local and cannot be cured locally but cured internally through blood purifying tonics. Describes Hall's Catarrh Medicine as a blend of tonics and blood purifiers. notes testimonials available from Cheney & Co. Toledo, Ohio.
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Hall
Cheney & Co
Props
Toledo
Playing Favorites At Our House A New Baby Arrives
A doctor brings a newborn to the home as two sisters discuss the arrival and the cat receives six new kittens. The scene captures family affection and the excitement of expanding the household.
A Rude Awakening From a Dream Suit
A judge awards $10,000 after a breach of promise case where a woman sued a man whose life was wrecked by a dream. The courtroom exchange highlights the sharp turn from dream to legal reality.
Boschee’s Syrup Promises Cough Relief and Lung Support
An advertisement extols Boschee's Syrup as a remedy to quiet coughs soothe throat and lung inflammation ease bronchial irritation and aid sleep. Claims fifty two years in American use and broad usefulness for lung trouble asthma croup bronchitis with sale in civilized countries.
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America
Adv
Regimental Minstrel Gathers Extra Laughs in France
A minstrel show aboard a regiment in France prompted a joke when a performer announced the unit was going home the first chance they got. A soldier asked what first, and the reply was the first chance.
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France
Freckles vanish with Othine double strength treatment
An old advertisement claims Freckles can be removed using one ounce of Othine double strength from a druggist with night and morning applications. It promises complete clearing for heavy freckles and lighter ones to disappear, with a money back guarantee if not successful.
He Meant It. A Light Dialog About a Trip
A short theatrical line depicts a wife telling her husband she must travel. The husband replies only with permission to go wherever she wishes. The exchange suggests a humorous or subtle undercurrent about autonomy and partnership.
Winona Woman Credits Remedy for Nervous Help
Mrs Albert Sultze of Winona Minnesota says she suffered over a year from nervousness and sleepless nights but improved after using a root and herb remedy. The ad promotes a product as a standard remedy for uterine and nervous complaints including displacements inflammation ulcers and backache.
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Winona
Minn
Lydia
Atrong
Albert Sultze
Olmstead St
Painters Stand by Their Colors Despite Military Turner
The saying notes artists rarely take a military path yet remain firm to their chosen hues. It reflects a steadfast devotion to craft over conflict and honors artistic loyalty.
Bayer Tablets of Aspirin Safe Choice Noted
Readers urged to insist on Bayer packaging with the Bayer Cross on box and tablets to avoid counterfeits as genuine Aspirin products are sold in 12 tablet tins and larger bottles. The ad cites safety and supply details and warns of a Brooklyn counterfeit case.
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Bayer
Bayer” Menons
Brooklyn
Ameriecan
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