March to Victory Blood Tonic and Uric Acid Remedies
An old fashioned spring health pitch promoting Dr. Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery as a blood tonic and Anuric as an uric acid solvent. Encourages readers to stock remedies via mail from Dr. Pierce's Buffalo institute, touting alcohol free formulas and universal use for weak hearts nerves and uric acid issues.
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Human Legs Still in Evidence in Fine Days
The Ohio State Journal notes the sight of numerous legs displayed by people amid fine days. It humorously contrasts this with a famed scientist’s warning that humans may become legless in the future.
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Ohio State Journal
Gold Medal Haarlem Oil Capsules Ad
An advertisement touts GOLD MEDAL Haarlem Oil Capsules as a daily remedy for backache with a long history since 1698. It claims strong Holland links, urges buyers to seek the genuine GOLD MEDAL brand, and promises refund if not effective.
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Questioning a Dangerous Advice on a Boat
A Louisville Courier Journal quote questions a saying that a girl should throw her arms around a man to stay safe. The man replies the boat is perfectly safe, highlighting a wary tone about gendered danger and naivety in crisis.
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Louisville Courier: Journal
Cuticura Soap and Ointment Advertised for Skin Relief
The ad promotes Cuticura Soap to cleanse and purify and Cuticura Ointment to soothe and heal skin rashes. Free samples offered at Cuticura Dept X Boston. Soap 25 Ointment 25 and 50 cents available at druggists or by mail.
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Boston
Fragmentary dialogue about Africa and a tribe and Miss Knox
A fragmented overheard exchange references Africa a tribe and Miss Knox. The speaker dismisses thought of going to Africa while reacting with surprise and mockery.
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Sapleigh
Africa
Miss Knox
Freckles Rid of Spots with Ethine Double Strength
Advert says to remove freckles with ethine double strength cream. One ounce from a druggist nightly and morning should fade even dark freckles and lighten others. More than one ounce rarely needed. guaranteed money back if it fails to remove freckles. price two dollars.
Prosperity Talk Defends Luxuries Amid War Demands
RE Leroy Pelletter argues in Detroit that American wealth and luxury fuel war effort. He contends prosperity, based on extravagance, finances victory and supports industry jobs. He urges conserving nonessential goods and reinforcing diet to aid allies, calling for disciplined economy alongside luxury.
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RE. Leroy Pelletter
Detroit
China
Gulls to Detect Submarines Proposed by Dr Pentz
Dr A D Pentz Jr of New Bright On IL proposes using gulls as detector birds for submarines. He suggests 64 inch steel hoppers filled with chopped fish bolted to subs with a crank release to feed the birds. The plan has Audubon Society backing and draws serious naval interest.
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A. D. Pentz, Jr
New Brighton
National Association of Audubon Societies
United States
Sugar Beet Pulp Feeding Cattle In Desert Ranching
Desert cattle ranchers in Arizona and New Mexico ship cattle to California to fatten them with sugar beet pulp from nearby factories. Pulp is dropped through troughs at corral fences as cars run along tracks, reducing fodder waste while conserving stock feed during wartime.
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Arizona
New Mexico
California
Anya
Popular Science Monthly
Advantages of Egyptism in Self Appreciation
A concise reflection on Egyptianism promoting self regard and dignity. It argues people should value their own heritage and capabilities rather than rely on praise from others, urging inner acknowledgment and cultural pride. The tone echoes a period newspaper mentalité prioritizing personal and national esteem.
Change in the Farmer's Life. A Canadian prosperity note.
The article frames farming as a business shaping national wealth. It notes improved methods and machinery lowering costs, making farmers major players in industry. It cites Western Canada settler demand, land values from twenty to thirty dollars an acre, and 1913–1917 crop value growth across Manitoba Saskatchewan and Alberta totaling 663.9 million dollars on under 59 million acres.
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Western Canada
Canada Lands
Canada’s land value and cattle growth in early 1900s progress
The article notes that land values rose slowly relative to productive value and argues high quality land remains accessible to modest means. It highlights Canada’s expanding cattle numbers from four million in 1912 to seven million by 1917, its vast fertile lands, railway network, and cost advantages in grain production, amid U.S. growth comparisons.
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United States
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Dr. Pierce’s Pleasant Pellets Ad Promotes Liver Health
An old advertisement encourages wives to heed medical advice from Dr. Pierce to regulate liver bowels and stomach. The bleary line notes love laughs at theirsmiths but not at wedlocks, reflecting era humor. The piece markets a patent remedy for general wellness.
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Dr. Pierce
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