Lydia E Pinkham remedy praised by Pittsburgh reader
A Pittsburgh woman cites relief from weakness, backache, and headaches after using Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound. She credits her husband purchasing three bottles and endorses the remedy for similar female ailments. Readers are urged to write for more information from the Lydia E Pinkham Medicine Co.
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Lydia E. Pinkham
Pittsburgh
Jas. Rohrberg
Knapp St
Lydia
Pinkham Medicine Co
Lynn, Mass
Prophets Who Made Gold Not All Foretold War Events
A Detroit era column recalls wartime prophecies that damaged reputations. Sir John Fraser warned of a disastrous German drive on the western front eight days before a major offensive. Junius B. Wood reported Allied prisoners misled by officers claiming a July 18 end. General Foch then launched a counter-offensive on July 18 that helped win the war.
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Detroit
Mich
Sir John Fraser
London
Junius B. Wood
Detroit News
Jsshao Foch
Just a Piece of Advice Phrase
A humorous short piece advises solving a busy person’s dilemma with a simple joke about washing hands. It hints at advice and comic chatter rather than a formal remedy. The dialogue reflects everyday wit about managing tasks through cleanliness.
Barton Gains Insight From Silas Wright’s Words
Orphan Barton Baynes goes to live with relatives on a farm near Lickitysplit circa 1826. He meets Sally Dunkelberg and Roving Kate while Amos Grimshaw looms large. Barton’s escape leads to Canton, rescue by Silas Wright Jr who buys him clothes and sends books. Wright’s senate rise reveals power of Money and local conflict over a note.
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Barton Baynes
Peaboy Baynes
Deel
Rattleroad
Lickitysplit
Sally Dunkelberg
Barton
Kate
Amos Grimshaw
Baynes
Amos
Dunkelbergs
Canton
Silas Wright, Jr
Peabody
Journey to Dunkelbergs and a budding romance
A narrator recalls a trip with Uncle Peabody through a village to meet notable locals including Senator Wright and Mr Dunkelberg. He observes Sally Dunkelberg, with pride and mounting anticipation, as plans form for school and possible courtship amid family banter and rural social scenes.
Bart's Hard Times and Schooling in Canton
A narrator recalls a rough upbringing with uncle Peabody and Aunt Deel in a rural community. The Senator offers help with Bart’s schooling after a note and mortgage scare, and Bart commits to study while working the farm, guided by Silas Wright and Grimshaw’s push.
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Sally
Grimshaw
Bart
Baynes
Canton
Uncle Peabody
Silas Wright
Shep
Aunt Deel
Second Peril: Grimshaw Demands Mortgage Payment
In candlelight Uncle Peabody reveals Grimshaw demands mortgage money in gold, threatening the farm during hard times. The narrator wrestles with fear, debt, and the urge to save the farm while contemplating life beyond schooling and a future aimed at greatness.
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Mr. Grimshaw
Uncle Peabody
Rodney Barnes
Barton Faces Second and Third Perils Predicted by Kate
The passage refers to Bartons journey through what are called the second and third of four perils forecast by "Rovin' Kate." Readers are invited to await the next installment for his further experiences.
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Barton
Kate
It's Ended Then Youngham
A playful exchange hints at marriage strains with a quip about when the honeymoon ends as Oldham notes a wife shifting from sharing to questioning.
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Youngham
Oldham
Danderine Promises Hair Growth and Dandruff Cure
An advertisement claims Knowlton's Danderine removes dandruff stops itching and hair loss. It asserts quick results within ten minutes and real growth within two weeks with soft glossy hair and no dandruff. The copy urges buying a small bottle at drug stores.
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Knowlton
Adv
California Syrup of Figs Ad Makes Sick Children Well
A vintage ad urges mothers to use California Syrup of Figs for feverish cross children with coated tongues. It promises gentle cleansing of stomach and bowels, relief from constipation, and a return to a playful, well child, noting genuine product and warnings against counterfeits.
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California
California Fig Syrup Company
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