Favorite Prescription and Other Remedies Promoted for Women
An 19th century advertorial extols Dr. Pierce’s Favorite Prescription as a safe tonic for uterine-related ailments and nervous exhaustion. It praises its roots based formula, claims broad energizing effects, and lists supportive products like Pleasant Pellets.
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Piers
Pierce
St. Vitus
Piere
Coffee Complexion Warns of Coffee Darkening Skin
A reader testifies that coffee caused dark patches on the skin and trembles, while switching to Postum and proper nutrition improved complexion and calmness. The ad promotes Postum as a healthful coffee substitute with maltotal grains and nervous system benefits, urging readers to read The Road to Wellville.
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Wellville
A New Declaration for a Modern Republic
A fragmentary poem and essay echoing Jeffersonian ideals and a call for a renewed Declaration against greed and monopolies. It juxtaposes timeless liberty with modern social ills, mentions figures from history, and ends with a vivid, late night fantasizing of rebellion and fireworks.
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Jefferson
Edmund Vance Cooke
Fourth of July Diary of a Youthful Fireworks Day
A boy recounts a chaotic Fourth of July with early starts, lemonade breaks, and a march of guns and firecrackers. He recalls roughhousing with a friend over George Washington, injuries from celebrations, and a quirky wish for more liberty era chaos. He notes his father’s skeptical view but respects his veteran perspective.
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Washington
Cates
Green
Putnam
Allen
Gon
Stark
Johny Green
George Washington
Johnny
Covenant
Tather
Fourth of July Reflections on Independence and Liberty
Ella Wheeler Wilcox argues that true Fourth of July celebration requires considering what independence means today. She cautions against noise and selfish excess, urging readers to advance liberty, shorter work hours, and brotherhood, lest American freedom resemble monopolies and tyranny.
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Hiberty
Bart
George of
England
America
Jinmanity
Land of Liberty
Ella Wheeler Wilcox
Why He Objected and the Barred Joys of Hay
A fragmentary scene shows Tired Timoathy and Weary William conversing in a rural setting. E Ty mutters frustration about the Fourth as fireworks flare, while the pair rest on a bar of hay. The dialogue hints at weariness and seasonal festivities.
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Timoathy
William
The Fourth of July Starts With Morning Muster
A poem notes the contrast of a rough wakeup routine at half past six before dawn and the disciplined readiness when the Fourth begins with a precise noon mark. The piece, credited to L. A. W. Bulletin, reflects patriotic ritual.
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L. A. W. Bulletin
Peruna and Malanin Praise From New York Readers
Mrs Aline DePasse of New York testifies to the curative effects of Peruana and Mana din after seven years of catarrh. She recalls improvement after a week and cure after twelve bottles, claiming her children benefited as well and recommending the remedies to friends. Another reader Mildred G Appleton praises Peruana for stomach catarrh, noting relief after six bottles and improved appetite.
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New York
N.Y
Mildred G Appleton
Wis
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