Des Moines Woman Credits Vegetable Compound Healing
In Des Moines Iowa Mira Blanche Jefferson 703 Lyon St credits Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound with saving her life after a serious illness and avoided surgery She urges other women to try the remedy before operations and notes her husband supported the treatment The piece ends with a humor item about Bill Simmons and the church collection plate
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Des Moines
Iowa
Lydia E
Pinkham
Mira
Blanche
Jefferson
Lyon
Towa
Lydia B. Pinkham
Lydia. E. Pinkham
Tramp Exchange Sparks Debate Over Open Doors
A terse note discusses doorways and welcome, urging families to choose the back entrance for exchanges that lead to pleasant outcomes. The phrase suggests a metaphorical opening toward better things.
Rice based dishes and health notes from a 19th century kitchen
A fragmented digest describes rice stuffing and rice based recipes including Rice Stuffing, Rice Griddle Cakes, Rice Croquettes and Rice With Eggs. It mixes culinary directions with quotes on humanity and health from Frank Crane and Sir John Lubbock, noting economical meal ideas and the value of self care.
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Haifa
Rica
Tivoé Eges
Glorified Peaches and Cream and Variants
A collage of peach dessert ideas including Shelled peaches baked with sugar and nuts and served with ice cream or whipped cream. Also mentions Peach Salad with lettuce nests and a peach compote with peach sauce, plus a spiced dressing and simple prep notes.
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Élery
Wife and George Discuss Errands in Domestic Exchange
A comic domestic exchange shows a wife dictating errands to her husband as they walk downtown. She asks him to order butter and crackers, sew a skirt, visit the tailor, and notify her sister about Tuesday plans while warning about thrift and chores. The dialogue highlights marital humor and everyday tasks.
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George
Wes
Reliable Remedy Swamp Root Kidney Medicine Ad
Dr Kilmer Swamp Root is advertised as a physician’s prescription strengthening medicine for kidneys liver and bladder. The ad claims long trial in private practice and urges readers to buy at druggists or test with a sample by mailing ten cents to Kilmer Co in Binghamton NY.
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Kilmer
Mr. Kilmer & Co
Binghamton, N. Y
How He Told The Iate Lord Kitchener and a Miner Teams
A fragmented colonial era yarn recounts how Lord Kitchener collected china and a lady interviewer quips about ignorance. A miner and a fellow soldier dispute national identity in Cairo, noting a kangaroo feather as proof.
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Kitchener
Cairo
What Every Woman Knows
An article on domestic pride urges women to keep homes clean with blueing and soap. It promotes Red Cross Ball-Blue and suggests happiness tied to a family’s land and fortune, noting men seek fortune at home as well.
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Red Cross
No Weakness at the End Irish Anecdote
Local tale shows Pat near death inviting friends Clancy and McMunigan to share a last drink. They fetch a bottle, Pat signals his wish, and the moment ends with a nod to the “gir yand” as he drinks. The Columbus Dispatch framing notes a humorous bend in a bleak moment.
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Pat
Clancy
McMunigan
Sue
Mc.Manigan
Columbuas Dispatch
Harsh Criticism of Lord Kitchener and Transfers
A dated anecdote recalls Lord Kitchener’s sharp self-critique and blunt remarks on reorganizing Boer War logistics. The humor highlights his strict persona and a quip about reorganization. It ends with a proverb about early rising and a jab about laziness and marriage.
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Lord Kitchener
South Africa
Kitchener
Wrong Place. A house keeper seeks a husband in California
An old bachelor scolds as the faithful servant announces plans to go to California to find a husband. He warns there are many men but they are not marriage minded and joke that runaway husbands seek her dowry.
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California
Cure dandruff with Cuticura Soap and Ointment
For itchy scalp and falling hair use Cuticura Soap and Ointment. A shampoo with Cuticura Soap and hot water thoroughly cleanses and soothes, especially if Cuticura Ointment is applied first. Free sample by mail with Book and postcard address to Cuticura Dept Ly Boston. Sold everywhere.
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Addregza Postcard
Cuticura
Dept. Ly Boston
Adv
What the Old Man Meant Puck Style Exchange
A clipped dialogue shows a man and woman debating expectations and excuses about a career and plans. The man notes his father’s remark that he should have been a big league manager while the woman quips that he explains inaction and boasts about next year.
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Puck
In the Art Gallery Coins and Wealth Spark Talk
In a casual chat a remark about a big bust of a newly rich friend prompts mention of towns where he was seen. The scene appears set in a corner saloon as the subject acquired the wealth.
Emphasis Counts in Excessive Compliments
When you hear an extravagant compliment you are inclined to believe there is real value behind it. The statement cautions against equating flattery with substance and urges discernment in evaluating praise.
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W. L. Douglas
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