A Good Substitute Jimmy Presses a Quick Wit on Synonyms
A short excerpt shows Jimmy who, labeled as a product of modern schooling, answers the teacher’s prompt with a witty definition of a synonym. He quips that a synonym is a word you use when you cannot spell the one you first thought of, delivering the line cheerfully.
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Jimmy
James
Mall's Catarrh Cure and Royal Tiger Nonsense
An 19th century style ad notes a one hundred dollar reward for catarrh cure with Mall's Catarrh Cure and Cheney Co Toledo claims. It mentions internal use and testimonials, price seven dollars per bottle, and druggists selling. A London Academy remark mocks a Jardin des Haute tiger labeling changing to Le Tigre National after a royal demand.
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Cheney & CO
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Jardin Des ['Hautes
London Academy
Headache Causes and Founding of Connecticut Constitution
From October to May, colds are the most frequent cause of headache. Laxative Tome Anine removes the cause. W Groveon advocates free consent of the people. Rev Thomas Hooker from Connecticut noted as pioneer American Democrat and influenced the Fundamental Orders of Connecticut adopted at Hartford in 1639, forming the first written constitution.
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Thomas Prooker
Connecticut
David
Hooker
Phertford
Ighs
New York
Dressimo fashions for little girls and elder sisters
The article outlines dress styles for young girls using gingham, linen, pique, and cotton fabrics with elaborate jumper frocks and party frocks of fine fabrics. It contrasts child garb with adult sister styles and notes runabout lingerie hats with embroidered edges.
Logs for Veneer and Veneering Wood Supply Questioned
A long article details dealers in logs and veneer woods, focusing on white oak yellow poplar and ash for veneering. It describes supply routes from West Virginia Virginia and the South, logging methods, railroad delivery, and the high costs of transport and handling. It also recounts quirky legal cases and century anecdotes on lawsuits and ownership disputes.
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Oecopainge
New York Sun
Thor
West Virginia
Trin
Gary
Tve Osiene
New York
Germany
Spain
New Jersey
Lawsuits Over Trifles End With Humiliating Loss
A German court case ended with a Berlin businessman paying more than $900 to recover a five cent postage stamp he never received. The outcome drew laughter as the stamp’s value was negligible compared with legal costs and damages.
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England
Canada
Ontario
Peiy
Antonio Traversi
Milion
Jfe
Ttaky
Antwerp
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Tte Court
C Amoun
Maud
Berlin
Stille Lives Fragment Questions Presidential Ears
A fragmentary dialogue presents a riddle about the President's ears and the Loeb reference. The lines feature a conundrumerik figure asking about peculiarity while another character groans at the phrasing, creating a cryptic, literary tone.
Praetiont Optimniam Optimism and its limits
An optimistic outlook is a cheerful trait but true strength lies beyond desk slogans. The piece argues optimism should be backed by actions and real results rather than mere positive phrases.
Gossiping Women Hoard Secrets and Henpecked Men
A striking social observation notes that some women absorb gossip quickly and reveal it first, while men who are deemed henpecked are described as deserving of that treatment, implying social judgment in gendered behavior.
Plet, Lemon Custard Plea and Piles Cure Ad Patter
An odd ad blend mocks cuisine with a plea to eat plet and lemon custard ideas while promoting OUR-PIL grocer supply. Also cited is a PILES CURED claim for PAZO OINTMENT promising relief in 6 to 14 days.
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L-Zerta Mood Co
Rochester
N. Y
Fragmented scenes mix family banter and breakfast ad
A noisy morning scene features Bob arguing with his mother about thumping from his room while he explains it is his shoes. An ad touts Mrs. Austins famous pancakes as wholesome and appetizing breakfast.
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Bobby
Robbs
Mrs. Austin
Blunted Flattery Leads to Prison Visit Tale
A quoted inmate confesses to attempting to flatter a rich man and imitate a signature on a check. The prison visitor reacts with surprise as the tale unfolds in a Tit-Bits excerpt.
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