An Odd Ad Scrape on Parsonage Signs and Spurious Claims
A fragmentary ad column mocks a minister and promotes cures for itching with mail order samples from Boston. It references a sign on the parsonage reading Spirits Rectified and hints at satirical humor about religious figures and healing remedies.
Them "At Work" in a Mississippi town tale
A fragmented reminiscence from Representative Stephens of Mississippi recounts a parable about work ethic and patience. The garbled text references a boy, his father, and a line about doing tasks in seven days versus six, set against rural origins and a tease about a rain day.
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Obedience as Core Theme in Lesson Texts
Lesson outlines obedience to God as vital yet non legal, with focus on Jesus calling fishermen to follow him and the motive of love. It covers deeds perseverance speech kindness purity and the need to obey Christ’s commandments as proof of faith. Named sources include Matthew 4 18 22 John 14 22 24 James 1 22 27.
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Jesus
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California Syrup of Figs advertisement with health claims
An old advertisement urges mothers to use California Syrup of Figs as a gentle laxative for children and even grownups. It promises quick relief from constipation with caution about counterfeit syrups and notes printed directions on the bottle. The piece includes a humorous local insert about a family reunion and train ride.
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California
California Fig Syrup Company
Ady
A New Excuse
Jimmie goes to bed in a dark house and asks his mother to keep the light on. He fears the darkness and begs for reassurance as he calls for help in a frightened voice from his scary black bedroom.
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Jimmie
Kidney Trouble Causes Serious Backache Headline
An aged advertisement promotes a medicine for kidney and bladder issues. It claims to relieve backache and urine problems, offers a sample bottle from a local druggist, and cites widespread use and years of testing as proof of effectiveness.
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Binghamton
N. Or & Sam
Compliment Street Mes Sed for Stella
A fragment recalls a street message about Stella and mentions thousands of railroad shopmen lured by high shipyard pay. The text shows a period of labor mobility and wage competition affecting workers.
Man smuggles fares to fund son’s bank
A streetcar conductor confesses to taking seven unpaid fares. He explains he will not keep the money, saying he plans to give the nickels to his little boy to deposit in his bank. The exchange with a passing lady highlights the unusual honesty.
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Mortimer
Freckles and a hopeful political future mingle
An old advertisement touts Othine-double strength freckles remover with a money back guarantee. A dialogue snippet shows a young woman asking a suitor about appealing to her father, who is running for office and may grant favors.
Red Cross Ball Blue Ad Promises Bright Laundry Results
A vintage advertisement claims millions use Red Cross Ball Blue and that sales rise yearly. It targets housewives and household shoppers, urging readers to ask their grocer for the product. The ad emphasizes stain removal and clothes restoration.
Seven year old offers wartime recipes
Anne Hodges seven offers her mother Mrs Fletcher Hodges two wartime recipes. One is for oatmeal cookies using oatmeal baking powder and dough. The other is orange peel cake with orange peel yolks and dough. The note says beat both to a suds and eat cold.
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Fletcher Hodges
Pennsylvania Street
Indianapolis News
Berlin seeks peace terms, not a final settlement
The report notes Berlin plans to ask for peace terms rather than dictate terms or finalize an accord this round, signaling a cautious, negotiating stance. The emphasis remains on diplomacy and potential concessions as talks proceed.
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Berlin
Calomel Loses You a Day's Work Dodson's Liver Tone Ad
Local druggists report a drop in calomel sales as Dodson's Liver Tone gains popularity. Advertisers claim the vegetable tonic is safe, effective, and guaranteed by sellers, with pleasant taste and no next day upset. Statements promise relief from liver sluggishness and constipation and a return to vigor.
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Calomel
Dodson
Adv
Keep Stomach Cool This Summer With Eatonic Tablets
Heat waves strain digestion and raise stomach trouble risk after meals. Eatonic tablets claim to absorb gases, ease heartburn and bloating, and prevent indigestion in hot weather. Packaged for summer use, the ad promotes a big bottle at 50 cents and a money back guarantee.
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Eatonic
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