Clothes of English Workmen
The Textile Manufacturers Journal notes English laborers favor woollen breeches and warm clothing. It observes few overalls worn in mills outside London, cites three quarter cloth garments weighing ten to twelve ounces selling 2s 6d to 3s 6d, and compares woollen and cotton garment costs to American prices. Large sheep flocks supply the wool, keeping wool garments cheaper by about half.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
England
London
America
Textile Manufacturers’ Journal
Bar 150 Feet Long Saloon Owner To Quit by 1910
James Flanagan a Kansas City liquor pioneer and wealth figure will retire from the dramshop trade on January 1 1910. His saloon near the Kansas Missouri state line features a nearly 150 foot bar and about three thousand patrons nightly. The one story brick building sits beside the Burlington Railroad track marking the state line. Flanagan began in the business twenty six years ago after moving from Ireland and buying land up to the state line to maximize cross boundary trade.
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James Flanagan
Kansas City
Dramshop
Flanagan
Burlington
Kansas
Missouri
Ireland
Golden Medical Discovery Promises Stomach and Liver Relief
An advertisement extols Dr Pierce s Golden Medical Discovery as a remedy to strengthen the stomach and liver, improve blood quality, and fight disease producing bacteria. It claimsKnown composition with plain English ingredients and urges use over unknown substitutes. Dr Pierce s Pleasant Pellets are also advertised to regulate stomach liver and bowels.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Plerco
Pierce
Commission weighs Niagara River dam to raise Lake Erie level
An international panel is likely to back building a dam across the Niagara River at Buffalo to raise Lake Erie’s level. The projected cost is five million dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
International Commission
Niagara River
Buffalo
Lake Erie
Prominent Patent Remedies Advertised in 1909 Page
A mosaic of medical claims and testimonials fills an old page, touting Paro Ointment for piles with quick cures, Dr. Detohon’s Rheumatism remedy, and Tetterine for skin diseases. The clippings also promote Woolford’s Lotion for itching, Allen’s Lung Balsam, and Cuticura remedies for eczema, all anchored by generic reassurance and old-fashioned testimonial quotes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. W. Lippman
Savannah
Varnville
L. R. Dowling
Shup- Ine Co
Uncle Sam
Painkiller Industry and Fire Brigade Costs Highlight 19th Century Text
The article notes the 1820 origin of Perry Davis' Painkiller and its longevity as a remedy for jum bage sciatica and pleurmy. It also cites London fire brigade expenses totaling 1,420,400 dollars, illustrating era costs and public services.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Perry Davis
London
Not Yet and Miséour in Pastoral Hospital Fable
A clergyman in a pastoral tale confronts reluctance to contribute to the church basket. A sick member at Unsworth Hospital becomes delirious and mistakes his surroundings as a street danger, prompting the pastor to reassure him and reveal the hospital setting with a sly twist.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Unsworth Hospital
Hwnsworth Hospital
Lippincott’s
Footrest ideas for elderly gifts from carpet remnant
The Public Ledger notes practical footstool ideas for elderly or invalid recipients. A carpet remnant or usable portions of a torn tug or carpet can serve as a comfortable footrest. The suggestion emphasizes affordable, accessible materials for thoughtful care.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Public Ledger
Woman with New State Teeth Sparks Mockery in Chicago
The Chicago News reports a woman with new state teeth provoking laughter and disbelief as she faces alleged jokes and social scrutiny. No further details given.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New State
Chicago News
New Fertilizer From Oyster Shells Aids South Farms
A Charleston area discovery details a lime rich fertilizer made by burning oyster shells with potash. It costs 7 dollars per ton and reclaim worn-out lands when broadcast two months before cultivation. Factory on Youngs Island South Carolina, sales through E L Cummins Meggetts South Carolina.
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South
Charleston
United States Department of Agriculture
Young's Island
8. C
E. L. Cummins
Meggetts
S. C
How to Scent Gloves and Household Remedies
A column of domestic tips describing scenting gloves with perfumery in the hands for lasting fragrance, plus quick home remedies and household uses. It covers Hamlins Wizard Oil claims for sore throat relief, a milk and flour custard substitute, Capudina's quick relief for headaches, and uses for fallen leaves in storage and packing to extend apple shelf life.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indianapoli News
Mountain man's saved gold unearthed after fifty years
Miltons Mullens hoarded savings since youth before the Civil War turning surplus into gold coins and $20 bills. He buried it in his yard and later hid smaller money in his barn. After his wife died, his grandson J. J. Perry was led to the stash, which was deposited at First National Bank of Logan, West Virginia.
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First National Bank of
Logan
W. Va
Milton Mullens
Mullens
J. J. Perry
Roanoke
Baltimore Sun
Automobile Drives Atlanta Road News Narrative
A fragment from the Atlanta Constitution links the automobile to broad improvements in road networks. It notes the car’s influence on road policies and infrastructure planning amid urban development discussions.
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Jotroreen Ta
Philadelphia
Prine
Philadelphia Record
Lombard, “Tau Sma
Yonkerman GO
Water Street
Kalamanot
Uaranteed Serman
Continental Bldg
Baltimore
Thomason
American Asthmatic Company
Candler Building
Atlanta
Go Mitchells
Cyre
Atlanta Typewriter Exchange
ArcaNaay Ant
Detohon
Ita
Guy
Louisville Courier-Journal
Ick
Christian Register
Woolford
Allen
A. J. Cochran
Columbia Ave
Rocky Mountains
Brookside
Birmingham
Ala
Johnson
R. Shiflett
THE
Johnson’s
Chill & Fever Tonic CO
STA. Etru
Jo A A
Pert Juthrie
Simon’s
I. N. Simon & Son
Louisville
M. Sabel & Sons
Market St
E. W. Grove
Jevons
Cardiff University College
Wales
Cardiff Xchange
Capudine
Indianapolis News
Mountaineer’s Savings
Atlanta Constitution
California
Fic Syrup Co
Jersey
Wakefield
Gee Wakefield
Southern Express
Arthur W. Perry
Atlanta, Birmingham & Atlantic Railroad
W. H. Leahy
Ren
Atlanta, Ga
Tre Cole
Bree
Cole
Cole Mfg CO
Charlotte
Sterling Remedy Company
Chicago
Skye Water
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