Bayer Aspirin Ad Claims Safe Use for Pain Relief
An old Bayer aspirin advertisement urges taking aspirin with care by following directions on each unbroken package. It touts the Bayer Cross as the genuine symbol and lists conditions such as colds headaches toothaches earaches neuralgia and rheumatic pain as suitable for relief. It notes handy 12 tablet tins and larger packages sold by druggists.
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Bayer
Druggista
Praise de Land June Bug Moment in Southern Camp Meeting
The New York Evening Post recalls a southern Oklahoma camp meeting where a shouting minister spoke of heaven while a reader quips about wishing to be a June bug. A sister replies humorously that even a woodpecker would have to fetch him on the trip.
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Oklahoma
Bradder Mose
New York Evening Post
Hair Darkening Mixture Promises Gray Hair Change
A home remedy combines Bay Rum Barbo Compound and glycerine in water to darken gray hair gradually. Applied twice weekly, it claims to soften harsh hair, add shine, and not color the scalp or rub off. A druggist can prepare it or you can mix at low cost.
Didn’t Know He Sang Caruso Story Told in Indianapolis
A Nashville singer working at a music shop in Indianapolis recalls a customer who asked for a Caruso piece. After hearing it she exclaimed she had not known Crusoe could sing, noting she had heard of him and Friday but not his singing.
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Nashville
Indianapolis
Caruso
Crusoe
Castoria Still Trusted by Mothers for Infants
The reminder urges mothers to examine each bottle of Castoria for the signature and use it as the trusted remedy for infants and children, noting Fletcher’s Castoria has been in use for over 30 years as a familiar household aid.
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Bramine
Fletcher
Strong Cigar Demand Sparks Quick Exchange
A brief remark from O'Rourke on the bar counter shows him asking for three strong cigars and paying a quarter. He dismisses mild ones as weak and prone to busting his pocket, per The American Legion Weekly.
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O'Rourke
American Legion Weekly
Cuticura Ad Claims Pimples and Blackheads Fade
Ad copy touts Cuticura Ointment for pimply faces and blackheads. It promises quick results after five minute washes with Cuticura Soap and hot water. Recommends daily use to keep skin clear and includes Cuticura Talcum.
Wise in His Generation
Irate parent warns his son that a sound thrashing is needed while the boy cites his Sunday school teacher Johnny Weill who says the Lord will supply their needs and that he does not mind wasting.
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Johnny—Weill
Boston Transcript
Dead Shot Vermin Killer Ad From Dr. Peery’s
An old advertisement promotes Dead Shot Vermituge One dose as a remedy to exterminate worms and tapeworms, urging readers to use the product for expulsion.
Parlor Conversation Sparks Debate on Political Leanings
In a casual salon exchange, Miss Cayenne insists a colleague will not become openly red, while another contends he remains a mild, unaltered figure. The dialogue highlights concerns over political shifts in a small social circle.
Conversation on envelopes and identity at the mailbox
A humorous exchange where Pete asks for a mall and a name, and the postman replies the name is on the envelope, highlighting a playful miscommunication about identity and address.
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Pete
Memorial hospital petition circulates in Montgomery County
Montgome ry County petitions circulate to the board of county commissioners for the erection of a memorial hospital costing 150000 to honor local World War dead. A prior petition for a memorial tablet in the county courthouse was withdrawn in favor of the hospital plan after Legion members urged hospital needs.
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Crawfordsville
Montgomery County
Board of County Commissioners
Byron Cox Post
American Legion
Indianapolis
State Highway Commission
John A. Riggs
United States Department of Agriculture
Highway Commission
Riggs
Shelbyville
Shelby County
Indiana Rural School
L. N. Hines
State Superintendent of Public Instruction
Hle Stansbury
Indiana
Helen Benbridge
Terre Haute
Woman's Franchise League of Indiana
Benbridge
State Suffrage Organization
Columbus
Bartholomew County
Counflea
Columbia
Jackson
Decatur
Ohio
Switzerland
Ripley
Dearborn
Jennings
Jefferson
Bartholomew
Ohio Township
Charles J. Orbison
Prohibition
Orbison
State Board of Agriculture
John Ysenbarger
North Manchester
Warren T. McCray
Kentland
Isenbarger
McCray
Less Meat If Back and Kidneys Hurt
A well known authority warns that eating meat regularly can lead to kidney trouble as uric acid overworks kidneys causing back ache headaches and other symptoms. It recommends Jad Salts, four ounces in water before breakfast for a few days to flush kidneys and neutralize urine acids.
Embarrassing Exchange Cited by Birmingham Age-Herald
A murky exchange notes Miss Fowler closing her eyes at a high note. The confidant warns safety is unlikely as she allegedly opened her eyes during a prior moment and caught someone in the act.
California Fig Syrup Ad Shows Safe Laxative for Children
A vintage advertisement promotes California Fig Syrup as the child friendly laxative. It urges mothers to choose the California branded product by name, claims removal of poisons from stomach and bowels, and notes a fruity taste with clear dosing directions on each bottle.
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California
Garfield Tea Promises Blood Purification Ailment Cure
An advertisement claims Garfield Tea purifies blood to eradicate rheumatism dyspepsia and many chronic ailments. The note also notes British East Africa seeks American made well drilling machinery.
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Garfield
British East Africa
Best Kidney Remedy Claims Draw Wide Endorsements
An advertisement argues Dr Kilmer's Swamp Root cures kidney liver and bladder issues and justifies its popularity by testimonials. It cites a druggist endorsement and promises a trial bottle for ten cents with mailed request to Kilmer Co in Binghamton NY.
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Tescon
Br. Kilmer
Dr. Kilmer & Co
Binghamton, WY
Pin money prompts diamond demand in domestic remark
A comical exchange centers on a husband and wife over pin money. The wife demands money for a diamond pin, prompting the husband to admit his reluctance while the wife asserts the need for funds. The dialogue underscores domestic tension and the social sting of jewelry as a status symbol.
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Scott
Danderine Ad Claims Dandruff Cure and Hair Fortification
An advertisement touts Danderine as a solution for dandruff and hair loss. It promises quick scalp treatment with a small bottle from drug stores and claims visible results by morning after several applications. The copy also asserts improved hair vitality and color.
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