California Syrup of Figs Advertisement and Remedies
A vintage ad style note touts California Syrup of Figs as a remedy for sick children with coated tongues and digestive issues. It promises gentle relief from constipation and undigested waste, claims the product is loved by children, and warns to seek genuine product from the California Fig Syrup Company. Additional lines promote other remedies and household products with exhortations to seek quality brands.
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California
California Fig Syrup Company
Adv
New Jersey House Passes Eugenics Bill Amid Ireland Self Rule Call
In Trenton on March 4 the eugenics bill securing medical examination before marriage passed the Assembly after a heated debate led by Democratic Leader Barrett. A concurrent resolution urged President Wilson to press Ireland for independence at the peace talks. Prohibition debate dominated Senate hearings with Wayne Wheeler urging ratification and labor voices weighing in on enforcement and personal liberties.
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Trenton
Barrett
Morgan
Union County
House of Assembly
Wilson
Ireland
Chaplain Read
Plainfield
Senate
House
Board of Health
Barrett Biterly
Moore
Glover
Assemblyman Greaves
Essex County
Hirte
Assemblyman McAteer
Hudson County
Judiciary Committee
New York
Assembly
Frank Hague
Battersby
Public Safety
O'Brien
Jersey City
Hayes
Hoboken
Ackerson
State Board of Taxes
Essex
Congress
Peace Congress
Paris
Republic
Assemblyman Barrett
Assemblyman MeAteer
Hudson
New Jersey
Wayne B. Wheeler
Anti-Saloon League of America
Washington
Henry F. Hilfers
Newark
American Federation
Donald McMillan
Nutley
Prohibition Party
Federation of Prohibition Societies
National Dry Federation
Read
George S. Hobart
John Casale
Billy Sunday
America
Case
Casale
Mother praises Father John’s Medicine for children coughs
In a letter, Mrs. E. Helmboldt of Chicago Illinois extols Father John’s Medicine as a safe nourishing remedy for her four healthy children. She notes it relieves colds and coughs within days, has no alcohol or dangerous drugs, and she recommends it to friends.
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Father John
E. Helmboldt
Winchester Ave
Chicago
Ill
The Natural Way Airship Finance Quip
A witty line asks how he funds an airship project and answers that it is with inflated currency. The exchange captures a period joke about money and innovation.
Sage and Sulphur Compound Restores Hair Color
Real old time remedy Sage Tea and Sulphur with modern improvements offered at drug stores as Wyeths Sage and Sulphur Compound. Apply with sponge or brush to gray hair for natural darkening, lasting with several applications for glossy, attractive hair.
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Wyeth
The Burden Bearer and Atlas Image Referenced
A fragment evokes Atlas bearing the world on his shoulder and a protest line asking who imposed a mandatory burden, suggesting a metaphorical critique of obligation and responsibility.
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Atlas
Hamlet Fatt and Yorick Hamm banter on luck
In a light Broadway tone the two speakers trade quips about luck and audience size. The exchange appears in the Rialto section of the Louisville Courier Journal with a playful nod to Shakespearean characters.
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Encyclopaedia Britannica
Continent
America
Yorick Hamm
Hamlet
Louisville Courier-Journal
Constipation Ad Promotes Health Claim by Garfield Tes
An advertisement claims good health depends on relieving constipation and features Garfield Tes asserting relief from constipation as a health benefit. The brief promo presents a medical hygiene angle with a promotional tone.
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Garfield Tes
Miss Maymee and the Midwestern Mirthful Moment
A playful aside notes Miss Maymee as a sensible girl and hints at a social scene where no men propose. The text reflects a flippant mood about courtship and social mores with light, tongue in cheek commentary.
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Maymee
GOLD MEDAL Haarlem Oil Kidney Remedy Ad
Classic 19th century remedy advertisement touts GOLD MEDAL Haarlem Oil Capsules for kidney and urinary issues. Claims 200 years of use, harmless, imported from Holland, with refund guarantee and druggist availability. Emphasizes urinary symptom relief and ongoing maintenance.
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Haarlem
Holand
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Ady
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ICTR
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Railroad Administration
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Pet Together
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Macy
National War Labor Board
Macey
Boat Owners’ Association
Bonynge
Inter
Ckerson
Monyneath County
Olean Highway
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Wheeler
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