Railroad finances and dividend outlook in the industry
The article analyzes railroad economics noting labor takes about 41 percent of gross earnings while fuel and oil consume around 8 percent. It explains ongoing costs such as new equipment maintenance taxes and extensions, and why huge gross earnings are needed for meaningful dividends. It cites the Railroad Record estimating annual rail earnings near 1 billion dollars with dividends averaging 2.70 percent on invested capital over 11.244 billion dollars.
Ailing Women Learn Remedies for Back Aches
Mrs W G Davis of Groesbeck Texas attests to relief from back pains dizziness headaches and kidney irregularities after using Deans Kidney Pills. She reports gravel stones passed and lasting health improvement. Pills sold 60 cents by Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY. Christmas and New Year holiday excursion rates via Nickel Plate Road offered with sale dates and travel details.
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Mra. W. G. Davis
Groesbeck
Texas
Dean
All Denlera
Foster-Milburn Co
Buffalo
Nickel Plate Road
Juno
C. A. Melin, Th
Fashionable rural aunt gripes at niece over hair tousle
An urban sounding quip calls out a rural aunt for criticizing a city niece's hair shine and the widely emulated “automobile tousle.” The dialogue notes fashion standards and social nerves in a light gossip tone.
Fort Wayne to Chicago Round Trip via Nickel Plate Road
Tickets for all trains on December 20th allow return until December 23rd. Big Live Stock Show promoted locally with full agent details for C. A. Melin, T. P. A., Fort Wayne, Ind. (188).
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wayne
Chicago
Nickel Plate Road
C. A. Melin
T. Wayne
Ind
A Fairly Good Man in Word and Deed
A Chicago Tribune note quotes a pastor asking Brother Spotcash what he would do if commanded to sell all and give to the poor. The merchant replies he would obey and claims all his stock is for sale and he gives more to the poor than two men in the block.
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Spotcash
Chicago Tribune
Reward advertisement for catarrh cure and various notices
One hundred dollars reward offered for catarrh that Hall's Catarrh Cure cannot cure. Endorsers vouch for F J Cheney and firm's honesty. Also notes internal use of Hall's Cure, free sample, and Hall's Pills for constipation. Travel deal to Chicago by Nickel Plate. Sixth Annual Live Stock Show tickets on sale December 16 17 18 19 with return December 44. Information available from local agent C A Melin Fort Wayne Ind.
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Hall
J. Cheney & CO
Toledo
F. J. Cheney
Walding
Kinnan Marvin
Chicago
C. A. Melin
T Py. A
Fi. Wayne
Ind
Door handle cited as common disease transmitter in Cleveland Plain Dealer
A brief quotation notes concern over door handles spreading disease and questions how one might get items through a transom. The snippet reflects a wary urban view of contagion and everyday security in Cleveland.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cleveland Plnin
Guaranteed Cure Ad for Piles Ends with Refund Promise
An advertisement claims a guaranteed cure for piles with pills or ointment and promises refunds if PAG OINTMENT fails to cure within six to fourteen days. The copy lists doctors authorize refunds and mentions revenue from sales.
Reforming Husband or a Lost Cause
An old newspaper snippet features a debate on marriage and reform with the question whether a wife can reform a husband and the answer that caregiving dominates. It cites the Louisville Courier-Journal and mentions cures for ailments with patent remedies and a philanthropist plan to place libraries in Southern towns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Louisville Courier-Journal
Andrew McConnell
Washington
Soldier Cooks and Courage on Civil War Fronts
Graphic reminiscences recount a Major dining with a Sergeant's family and a Captain Lee who failed with a pound cake after dreaming of home. Stories of cooks and deserters mix with Stanton's stern mercy and quiet, compassionate deeds aboard the Ohio steamer to Pittsburgh.
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Stanton
Edwin M. Stanton
Lincoln
War Office
Mr. Stanton
Ohio
Pittsburg
The Complete Angler and the Missing Diamond Ring
A narrator describes dropping a diamond ring in the water while fishing. The next day a cast near the spot yields a five pound bag, and the camp cook discovers a pawn ticket for the rings inside a box. The tale teases clever trickery by the boss and chorus of novices.
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Pek
Tennessee Praise By Dayton Resident For Dodd's Kidney Pills
In Dayton Tennessee N K Roberts credits Dodd's Kidney Pills with curing his kidney trouble. He describes severe back pain and difficulty rising but says his back feels new and he can straighten easily. He vows to keep the pills on hand in case of a relapse and praises their effectiveness.
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Tennessee
Dayton
Tenn
Dee
Dodil
N. K. Roberts
Dodd
American tourist and waiter clash over eggs joke
A Baltimore American item recounts a sad faced American in a London restaurant asking for two eggs one fried on each side. The waiter struggles to understand the order. After repeated misunderstandings the patron begs to take boiled eggs following a tussle with the cook.
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Beltimove
Grape-Nuts Boosts a Brainy Writer's Output
A literary man credits Grape-Nuts with clear thinking and steady energy. He describes ordinary foods as heavy and unsatisfactory, while Grape-Nuts satisfies hunger and nourishes the brain, supporting sustained, high-quality work. Read The Road to Wallville in the package.
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Battle Creek
Mich
Wallville
Cuticura Treatment Promises Hair and Skin Cure
The ad promotes Cuticura Soap, Ointment and Pills as the complete external and internal remedy for bald heads, dandruff, crusts, hair parasites, and various skin conditions from infancy to old age. It claims to stop hair loss, cleanse the scalp, nourish roots, and stimulate growth for $1 per set.
In Old Gotham Jokers Trade Jabs Over Pockets
A New York scene features Chicago visitors taunting locals about keeping hands in pockets. The New Yorkers reply that they keep hands in pockets to keep others out, implying distrust.
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Gotham
New York
Chicago
Laundering Baby Clothes Guidance for Mothers
The article advises mothers to wash baby garments at home under the mother’s directions and to use only Ivory Soap. It warns that strong alkalies in common soaps can cause chafing and discomfort for infants.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eleanor Kr, Parker
A Sharp Seat Tommy's Vop Explains Country Life
A humorous Philadelphia Record item notes a hen sitting on an egg to hatch it. Tommy argues the image of sitting on a hatchet would hurt, highlighting rustic life and quirky rural wisdom in a playful exchange.
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Tommy
Philadelphia Record
Cure a Cold in One Day with Bromide Quinine Tablets
Advertises a laxative bromine quinine remedy claiming to cure a cold in one day. Mentions refunds if ineffective and includes the signature of E. W. Grove on each box.
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E. W. Grove
Are You Hungary
A playful exchange from National Geographic Magazine features a punny dialogue mixing country names with playful banter. The piece showcases linguistic humor and global awareness through a light hearted vignette.
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Hungary
Siam
Fiji
National Geographic Magazine
Dr Bayer’s Penetrating Oil Featured for Throat Ailments
An old remedy ad promotes Dr Bayer’s Penetrating Oil to ease sore throat croup and tonsillitis by applying a cloth around the neck, priced at 20 cents a bottle. The note also cites Kipling as a skilled miniature shipbuilder and mentions Mrs. Austins pancake flour as town fresh and delicious. Sixty percent of Japan’s matches are sold in China.
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Dr. Bayer
Japan
China
Witty Tailor Motto on Purchases
A vintage quip highlights gendered shopping habits, noting women buy what they want while men buy only what they need, attributed to a tailor and cutter.
Joys of maternity and hope for motherhood
The article discusses the challenges of infertility due to uterine displacement or weak reproductive organs and contrasts this with a woman's desire for motherhood and a hopeful future despite dark days.
Lydia E. Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound Praised by Reader
Mrs Amy Potts of Hot Springs Arkansas reports relief from backache headaches and bearing-down pains after using Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound. She credits the remedy with improved health and later the birth of a healthy child, urging others to try it and write for advice.
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Mra
Amy Potts
510 Park Avenue
Hot Springs
Ark
Pinkham
Peteubor
Lydia E. Pi
Lydia
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