A Distant Past New Year Customs Remembered
A nostalgic piece recalls New Year rituals once common in small towns. It describes home calls, festive gatherings, watch night services, and family traditions that shaped resolutions, with memories of door baskets, mistletoe, and the sacred song that closed out the old year.
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Prince Alberts
Philosopher’s guiding law for students
After reviewing philosophy, the philosopher states a single rule: when you are sure you are right, you should suspect that you are wrong. The student asks for the guidance and the answer is given.
Remarkable Cure of Psoriasis by Cuticura Remedies
Hiram E. Carpenter of Henderson New York recounts twenty years of psoriasis and searing suffering. After trying many doctors he found relief using Cuticura Resolvent Soap and Ointment along with the bath regimen and credits a six week return home free of the disease. He later confirmed no relapse over decades and recalls renewed gratitude in Lansing Michigan.
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Mistletoe
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Hot Springs
Détroit
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N. Y
Precious heir and plated spoon in newborn cradle
The wealthy family explains their baby was born with a plated spoon in its mouth. A safety vault keeps the silver spoon while a cheap substitute is used at home. They warn that servants cannot be fully trusted, speaking in a confidential whisper.
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Puck
Castoria Ad Promotes Safe Infant Remedy Claim
An old advertisement urges mothers to examine Castoria bottles for safety and notes the product has been in use for over 30 years. The message emphasizes Castoria as a reliable remedy for infants and children and reiterates the line You Have Always Bought.
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Charles Wesley
Ragbag from a Hobble Skirt Hint
A simple sewing tip converts a hobble skirt into a pretty ragbag. By cutting one end and stitching the opening, you create a handy container to gather and store other rags or fabrics. This thrift craft showcases practical home economy.
Hamlins Wizard Oil Offered as Remedy for Pain
An advertisement touts Hamlins Wizard Oil as the best remedy for all painful filaments and sprains. It claims fast relief for cuts wounds burns and burns and links a moral aside about a soft conscience versus an ingrowing one. The note also promotes Mrs Winslow’s Soothing Syrup for teething and gum relief with a casual moral remark about lifting the world.
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