New Canadian Lands Open to Western settlers in Saskatchewan Valley
The Canadian government plans to open new districts in Saskatchewan Valley and Assiniboia for homesteading and purchase at low prices. Observers report fertile black loam soil, strong yields of wheat and roots, plentiful hay, and a climate with ample rainfall. Letters from settlers describe prosperity, good markets, and social advantages near rail lines and communities.
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Western
Canada
Railway
Colonization
Saskatchewan Valley
Assiniboia
Saskatchewan
Iowa
Life's Complications in a Streetwise Dilemma
A cartoonish dialogue pits a man who should mind his own business against an active meddler. The exchange underscores the tension between private affairs and public interference in everyday life as a humorous social observation.
Grain-O a New Nourishing Drink for Children
The advertisement promotes Grain-O as a coffee substitute made from pure grains. It claims it nourishes children, costs about 1% of coffee, and sells in grocers for 15c and 2c. It urges trying Grain-O to improve health. Also mentions pancake flour and stamp shop offerings with Fort Wayne, Indiana contact.
Setlers' Rates Begin February 12 for Northwest Travel
Beginning Tuesday February 12 low rate Setlers tickets go on sale every Tuesday through April 80 to Oregon Monisnay Washington and all points in the Northwest. Write wire phone or call the nearest agent A Aaterlin T P A Fort Wayne Ind.
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Plate Road
Oregon
Monisnay
Washington
All Points
Northwest
Nesreat
Nickel Plate Road
C. A. Astarlin
Fort Wayne
Ind
R. J. Hamilton
Grain-O replaces coffee with healthful grain drink
If coffee harms digestion keeps you awake and anxious Grain-O offers a pure grain beverage that tastes like the finest coffee without the drawbacks. It nourishes and appeases the stomach suitable for children and adults and sells for about 4 times the price per unit. Ask your grocer for Grain-O at 15 and 26 cents.
Is Your Dentist Friend Society Chap says All Swell Gatherings
A playful quip from the Philadelphia Bulletin notes a dentist’s social life hinges on frequent attendance at posh gatherings. The remark frames the humor around professional circles and social circles in polite society.
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Philadelphia Bulletin
Lane's Medicine Claims Daily Bowel Movement Benefit
An advertisement touts Lane's Family Medicine as necessary for health by promoting daily bowel movements and gentle action on the liver and kidneys. It also mentions cures for headaches and lists prices 25 and 60. A dated reference to 2005 patent machines and various dye and medicine claims appear, with a disclaimer against paying money if cured.
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Lane
Stamps and printing supplies advertised for Alec Printing
An advertisement lists air cushion rubber stamps and various stamp items from Alec Printing Outfits and Datera. Readers are directed to send pricing inquiries to LockBox 219 in Fort Wayne Indiana.
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Fort Wayne
Ind
Alec
Datera
LockBox
Railway method to measure speed by telegraph posts
A railway note explains speed estimation by counting telegraph posts per minute. Posts cost 30 per mile, so doubling the posts per minute yields the train’s miles per hour.
Passing of Yelowatene Park and health remedies
A fragmented item notes Yelowatene Park fading as the famed guides leave. It then shifts to a promoting tone praising wealth and rejuvenating medicines, urging renewal of strength with Hostetter's Stomach Bitters for stomach disorders. The piece closes with a joke about a woman’s face and singleness.
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Yelowatene Park
Gaia
Guysere
Speltz the Richest Food Out in Salter Seed Catalog
Speltz and other feed products from the John A. Salter Seed Company in La Crosse Wisconsin are praised for richness and productivity. The catalog argues Speltz hay and grain food yield superior cattle nutrition, especially with autumn growth in mild, moderately rainy seasons. Farmers urged to read Salzer's catalog for details and value.
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John A. Salter Seed Company
la Crosse
Wis
Bismarck
Salzer
Free Allen's Foot-Ease sample offer advertised
An advertisement promotes a free sample of Allen's Foot-Ease powder to shake into shoes. It claims relief for tired sweating damp swollen and aching feet, makes new or tight shoes easy, and serves as a cure for corns and bunions. Requests should be sent to Allen 8 Olmstead Le Ros N
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Allen
Olmstead
le Ros
Siege at Pekin shelters 80 mules for diplomats
During the Pekin siege the diplomatic corps and missionaries confined in the British embassy are accompanied by 80 mules to aid transport and supply efforts.
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Pekin
Cough Remedies and Travel Deals Feature Early 1900s Notices
An assortment of ads and notices includes Kemp’s Balsam claim to stop coughs, Piso’s Cure for Consumption endorsed by John F. Boyer, a Nickel Plate Road excursion offer for Easter travel via school certificates, and Winslow’s Soothing Syrup for teething. Also advice on daily routines and a stray medical testimonial.
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John F. Boyer
Trinity Springs
Ind
Under the Snow and the Spring Fever Warning
A Victorian style notice warns of unseen dangers under snow and the awakening germs as warmer days arrive. It urges fortifying health with Dr. Greene's Nervura and Blood Purifier, citing testimonials from D. Stevens the sheriff and other users, and inviting readers to request free advice by mail from New York City.
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Dr. Greene
Greene
New York City
Decorations and breakfast tips from a retro ad note
A fragmented ad style brief mentions decorations in a room and a quick breakfast option using Mrs. Austins famous pancake flour. It notes grocers and pavers in a generic advertising context.
Air Cushion Rubber Stamps and Prints Outfit
Advertisement notes a company offering rubber stamps and prints with various outfits and deterrent items. It invites readers to write with prices and directs to Lock Box 219 in Fort Wayne.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fort Wastes
Ind
Nickel Plate Road Offers Direct Exposition Service
Plan your trip to the Pan-american Exposition in Buffalo with the Nickel Plate Road as the pleasant shortest route. Passengers reach the Exposition gates with no transfer. Contact agent C A Asterlin T P Ay for Wayne Indiana by wire phone or visit.
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Buffalo
C.A. Asterlin
T. P. Ay
Wayne
Ind
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Winte
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Ato and
L. Heir
Detroit
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Sammy
Pat
Pan
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Warasi
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