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Newspaper
Comet
Location
Johnson City, Tennessee, United States of America
Date
Nov 07, 1895
Page
1
A reader from New York City describes dizziness and weakness from illness and reports a dramatic improvement after starting Hood's Sarsaparilla. She credits the tonic with restoring energy, better spirits, and overall well being after the first bottle and ongoing use.
Fragmented page item mixes cheap column advertising for wholesale plant stock and nursery, followed by a health hoax pitch for Oxygen Treatment. Names include Southern Nursery Co and Doctors Starkey Palen, with Philadelphia address. The notices mention wholesale terms, payment plans, and travel for spring and fall sales.
Dr Matthew Henry Kollock, a Norfolk, Virginia native born in 1884 and linked to Savannah, Georgia, is highlighted as a standard Britannica authority. The note claims his discovery of the active principle of HAMENOM for neuralgia of the back and womb, cites his worldwide travels, and mentions successful cures, notably at Hot Springs, Arkansas.
An old advert encourages readers to treat themselves using generic liver pills and tonics. It claims medicines aid Nature and Pure Bitters cure biliousness and improve digestion, urging purchase of a liver pill from a tonic liver pills line at a low price for personal health.
Exquisite 14 color Chrysanthemum reproduction from De Longpre comes with Demorest Magazine's December issue, bound in colored cover and filled with illustrations. Readers may obtain the plate by sending 20 cents, with a chance to win the original $1,000 painting by May 1.
The text details contributions from leading writers including cabinet ministers and editors, plus promotions for The Youth's Companion and Harper's magazine. It notes forthcoming articles on Arbor Day by the Secretary of Agriculture and other pieces on U S presidents Indians and early careers, alongside Christmas and literary offerings and subscription deals.
We offer a full range of fabrics patterns threads notions and tools to help you complete any dressmaking project. Shop quality materials in a variety of colors textures and weights from trusted brands. Visit us to find everything required to design tailor and finish garments.
A catalog listing highlights Velvet and Satin ribbons, Plaid Silks, Novelty Silks, and related fabric varieties. The brief shifts focus from common corded trims to specialty textiles appealing to designers and crafters seeking varied textures and finishes.
An advertisement for Gweat Pink Mixture touted by Joax T. Gray as a teething aid for children. The notice claims strong support from Mr. Gray and lists selling points plus prices of 25 and 50 cents at all dealers.
The piece discusses powdered hair and rouge among English and French society, noting popular powdered locks at watering places, fashionably dressed grandees in France, and a revived makeup culture. It contrasts the era of paint and powder with current reddish dyes, suggesting concerns over health and aesthetics.
W T Nelson president of the Second National Bank Jackson Tenn endorses King’s Royal Germanuer noting its value for indigestion and nervous trouble. He offers it as an indispensable remedy and recommends it to friends. The ad also mentions ten cent child contributions for silver chimes for a Tennessee centennial building, to be placed at the capitol as a lasting memorial.
An elderly ad touts Electric Bitters as a cure all for female health issues and nervous ailments with a guarantee of relief. It lists a drugstore, Mo. Yarland & Co., and features a parade of miscellaneous silver and jeweled desk items including a jade watch charm and a painted cigarette case. The Tennessee centennial aims to celebrate the state’s birth and showcase Tennesseeans to the world, noting historical links with Kentucky.
A weathered notice claims Dr Kings New Wines cures a wide range of ailments, with testimonials from D W Fuller of Connjohurio and A Nykeman Drueuliet of Cytehill praising its efficacy over years. Advertises free trials at McPantani & Co's Drug Store and urges households to try the remedy.
A Montgomery Alabama paper reviews a Georgia Minstrels show in which Billy Korsands and Jalvan receive strong applause while other performers draw mixed commentary. The piece notes the historically sensitive era context and recounts the rough social framing and controversial language from the time.
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