Castoria Promises Relief for Babies and Children
An old advertisement touts Castoria as an 80 year old remedy for constipation flatulence diarrhea and feverish symptoms in infants and children. It claims to regulate stomach and bowels aid food absorption and promote natural sleep without opiates while bearing the genuine signature.
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Fletcher
English Librarian Estimates 16.5 Million Books Printed
An English librarian estimates that since the invention of printing in the fifteenth century about 16,500,000 book titles have been produced worldwide. He notes that roughly 4,400,000 were printed since 1900 and that perhaps 20,000 of all titles still hold value.
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Europe
Scientific American
Why Druggists Recommend Swamp-Root Advertisement
For years druggists have watched Swamp-Root, a kidney liver and bladder medicine, build a strong record. It claims to support natural kidney function, has longstanding approval, and urges readers to start treatment now. A sample bottle offer asks ten cents from readers who mail the paper and mention this publication.
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Dr. Elmer & Co
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Wood choppers vanish across eastern Connecticut centers
Wood choppers have disappeared from major wood centers in eastern Connecticut leaving thousands of cords uncut. Forecasts warn wood prices could rise to twenty dollars per cord or higher by early winter as supply tightens.
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Connecticut
iIndianapolis News
Women Dye and Tint Faded Fabrics for a Fresh Look
A local ad announces dye and tint services for worn garments, drapery, and upholstery. It promises restoring faded fabrics to new color, inviting customers to refresh wardrobes and home textiles.
Diamond Dyes Advertisement Claim
A vintage ad touts Diamond Dyes saying a 15 cent package lets any woman dye or tint any worn item to a new look with simple directions and color choices at the drugstore.
Intuition in a Tender Exchange About a Bathing Suit
A brief domestic dialogue shows Mrs and Mr debating a compliment about a new bathing suit. The wife cuts off any fabrication, insisting she does not want to hear more false words.
Cuticura Trio Soap Ointment Talcum Ad Weighs In
An advertisement touts Cuticura Soap Ointment and Talcum as essential toilet requisites. It describes the talcum as an exquisite powder for face, akin to baby powder and perfume, claiming it renders other perfumes superfluous and promotes the Cuticura trio at 25e each.
Bread on the Water Wayfarer confrontation fragment
Fragmentary dialogue shows a weary Wayfarer addressing a robber with apology and a plea to take something, hinting at a tense encounter and incomplete negotiations.
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Wayfarer
Bitterest denouncers of that belt advertisement fragment
Fragmentary OCR text appears to reference an advertisement and denunciations related to a belt. The readable phrases are scattered and lack clear individuals or organizations to identify a full event. No coherent main action or outcome is present.
Dimes Limited Christmas Shop Window Dilemma
Mrs Penfield and Lettie hunt a dime budget for tree trim Candles and candy in a busy town store. Lettie bonds with a shopper over negotiable six-for-five can be held to stretch funds, as the Penfields walk home with a plan for tree decoration and Thad gift.
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Chatterbox
Fenfield
Lettie
Penfield
Settle
Thad
Lettie’s bold scheme nets a dollar from Abbott
Lettie rushes to The Custard Cup and Wideawake office to pitch a crude invention. She demonstrates a wire contraption that works, earning one dollar and fueling plans for a big Christmas and party. Mrs Penfield cautions about language as Lettie dreams of celebration and buying big presents.
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Lettle
Lettie
Penzle
Gonta
Wideawake
Jack
Mr Abbott
Settle
Mr. Abbott
Great Only comparison on local superiority claim
The note argues superiority is local and tied to associations or networks, citing a figure named Johnson and implying status arises from who one knows rather than intrinsic merit. It suggests elevation via connected allies rather than personal achievement.
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Johnson
A Man Who Became Famous Doctor Pierce Highlighted
Dr. R V Pierce, noted Buffalo physician, credited with founding Favorite Prescription from Native remedies. The preparation is praised for female ailments and purity, with a call to send 10 cents for a trial.
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R. V. Pierce
Dr. Pierce
Buffalo
Two halves better to see if it’s bad inside
A teacher asks Bobby to choose between one pole or two halves to illustrate fractions. The boy replying two halves says he can better see if something is wrong inside, perplexing the adult.
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Bobby
Chicago Daily News
Transforming a Yawn Into a Simile
A reflection on women's role as molders of example noting that men follow a woman's lead and that a woman can turn a simple yawn into a vivid simile through imagination.
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