Arrival of Dr Sierra Blanca and wife in Attica Ind for two week cure tour
Dr Sierra Blanca and Mme Blanca, renowned osteopath healers, arrive in Attica Indiana for a two week engagement at the Revere Hotel private parlors. They claim to cure diseases without drugs and to restore sight, hearing, and mobility, drawing widespread public interest and testimonials from sufferers including Abet L. Lyncu who reports dramatic improvem ents after five treatments.
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Attica
Ind
Revere
Sierra Blanca
Mme
Blanca
Detrii
Elkhart
Noted Poem Lines Spur Grim Tragedy in Smart Set
In a Smart Set appearance Clinton Scollard presents lines about theater and mischief. The verse hints at a shift from whimsy to grisly tragedy as described by the reader.
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Playhouse
Clinton Scollard
Isle of Gold tale stirs new expedition fear and legend
A 1877 voyage to a desolate Pacific island ends in murder, arson, shipwreck, and a hidden gold vein. A carpenter who survived hides the treasure plan until death, leaving a drawn map and a warning of a curse. Now another expedition seeks the fabled gold amid ominous local superstition.
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I Sland
Pacific
Southern Pacific
Isle of Gold
Chicago Times- Herald
Curious Siberian cities show prosperity beyond industry
Anna N Benjamin notes in Ainslee’s that Siberian towns like Vladivostok and Irkutsk appear half dead yet thrive. Central squares host large depots and bank buildings while brick museums and schools offer solid education. Vladivostok trains diplomats in oriental languages for legation duties.
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Siberian
Anna N. Benjamin
Ainslee
Vladivostok
Kimibarovsk
Why does a Chinaman purchase his burial casket
A Washington Star quip contrasts careful self reliance with distrust, noting that some people prefer to arrange their own funeral items to avoid relying on others. The exchange frames cultural stereotypes about trust and preparation in a historical humor context.
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Washington Star
Improving the Opportunity At Grandpa's Country House
A boy named Kenneth waits with his family for a delayed carriage to the station. Frustrated, he is sent to kneel and pray, saying he is preparing for a busy visit at his grandfather's country home. His mother questions his readiness as they await travel.
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Kenneth
Harper's Magazine
A Daily Family Dilemma With Quick Jell-O Dessert
A brisk note on making a fast two minute Jell-O dessert with hot water and cooling. Flavors include Lemon Orange Raspberry and Strawberry. Mentions price of about 10 cents.
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Wichita County
Kan
Leota
Santa Fee
Union Pacific
Indiana
Illinois
Why Our Shipping Declines in Foreign Trade
The article explains that American ships cost 20 to 25 percent more to build due to higher US labor costs, and operating costs are about 33 percent higher than under the British flag. It notes foreign subsidies and bounties give competitors an edge, making US ownership of merchant ships unattractive. It argues for congressional action to reverse disadvantages and highlights the national cost of paying foreign shipowners.
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United States
England
Tf Congress
Noice
Commissioner of Navigation
Congressional warning on ship subsidies and future fleet decline
A call to act on American merchant marine building argues that adjournment without a policy raises costs to the U S economy. It cites subsidies abroad, reduced tonnage, and greater reliance on foreign ships, warning of strengthened foreign influence in war and trade and lost domestic shipbuilding jobs.
Kodol Dyspepsia Cure Promoted By J P Buckner
An advertisement urges curing indigestion with Kodol Dyspepsia Cure claiming it digests what you eat and restores digestive organs to health, attributed to J P Buckner. The copy warns that indigestion shortens life as undigested food poisons the blood.
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J. P. Buckner
Real Estate Bargains from J Roach Johnson Co
A real estate firm promotes bargains by advertising properties it holds for sale. They warn sellers not to entrust ties to the company as properties may be sold on short notice. A partial list of current offerings is shown.
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J. Roach Johnson & Co
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