Vision for Christmas Aid Spreads Nationwide
A Philadelphia teacher Elizabeth Phillips inspired a humane Christmas movement starting with a few hundred children. By 1912, drives like Christmas Mules and Needy Candy Enarelios expanded to many cities, funding distributions, keeping Santa Claus in homes year round. The effort grew through communities, boards, and papers, aiming to bring joy and relief beyond a single holiday.
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Senate
Tata
Christiana Eve
Busabéih
Philips
Andebq
Avery
Santa Claus
Christ Tne
Abe
Vahaw
Dave Spring
Elisabeth Phillips
Phillips
Christman
Vemant
Cilcles
Dex
Saale
United States
Philadel
Burgh
Chicago
St. Louth
Denver
San
Phillipa
New York
Raymond
Onas No
Pamblea
Celebra
Ourord
Hilzabeth Phillipa
Ahe
Lay Lil
Philadelphia
Christumas
Milzabeth Phillipa
Fragmentary note hints at family and longing in old garret
The text hints at Alm mamma and an attempt to prescribe remedies for a baby’s illness. Chauncey is returning, with lingering thoughts of the past. The garret setting and unclear dialogue suggest a mood of nostalgia and unresolved affection.
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Billy Hes Jong
Chauncey
Saapoclatious
Bayer and Insist Presumptuous Mra Goodbody Beat
A fragmented dialogue recalls Mrs Goodbody speaking to poor men in streets. She confronts a tramp asking about a prison term. The tramp replies seven years, noting the war’s duration. The exchange reflects social tension and wartime themes.
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Mra
Goodbody
Business as Usual In A Paper Feud
A subscriber to a Philadelphia paper from decades ago angrily declares I have stopped your paper sir I have stopped your paper The editor replies with calm irony inviting him to come along Then the editor pretends to be the offended party asking My paper stopped sir How could you utter such a falsehood The amusing exchange ends with both returning to the office to find everything proceeding as usual
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Philadelphia
Usul
Dr Kilmer Swamp Root Medicine Ad Claims Quick Relief
An old advertisement touts Dr Kilmer Swamp Root as a superior medicine promising cures for kidney and bladder ailments. It cites sworn statements from users and a druggist endorsement, urging readers to request a sample by parcel post with ten cents and to mention the newspaper.
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Eayn
Kilmer
Kilmer & Co
Binghamton
N. Y
Too Considerate. A Wedding Invitation Recalled
Mrs Newbride recalls inviting someone to the wedding but they could not attend and did not send regrets. Cynical friend critiques urgency and tone in the exchange reported by Boston Evening Transcript.
Canary Dies After Cat Invasion
The Michigan Gargoyle reports a canary’s death described as natural by the owner but notes the cat was involved, with a provocative exchange about the incident.
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Michigan
Tanlac Restores Contractor’s Health and Appetite
William Mogeth of 8640 Lafayette Ave, Bighowls, Mo, reports severe bladder trouble, weak digestion, and loss of appetite two years ago. After starting Tanlac he gained thirty pounds, sleeps well, and feels revived with improved digestion and energy. Tanlac advertised as sold by all good druggists.
Tariff Troubles Meddle with Many Goods This Winter
The Court of Customs Appeals faces a winter filled with tariff questions on cakes aluminum statuary oriental rugs and bibulous paper among others. The calendar includes issues such as whether wheat screenings are dutiable at 10 percent or free as unenumerated wheat products. The drama of 28 000 pounds of gusts beards through the Panama Canal adds to the oddities of international trade.
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Court of Customs Appeals
Quesson
Panama Canal
Goats as Pets Share New York Studio Trend
New York Correspondence notes a Greenwich village studio favoring goats as pets. Owners praise low upkeep, agreeable temperament, and practical uses like garbage disposal. The piece observes rising popularity of goats among residents and hints at broader urban adoption.
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Greenwich Village
Emall
Sixth
Ninth Avenue
Fourteenth Street
Uyéra
New York
Detroit News
Doctors and Parents Seek Safe Play for Kids
A Boston Evening Transcript note references mothers checking OCAGTORIA bottles for infants and children, noting a 90 year history and the Fletcher’s Castoria line. It mentions a New Jersey doctor joking with a New Jersey politician about a golf game, the minister reacting, and a wager involving a pill versus a prayer as a light, humorous aside.
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Fletcher
New Jersey
Boston Evening Transcript
Cuticura Toilet Trio Promotes Talcum Powder
Advertisement touts Cuticura Talcum Powder as an antiseptic fragrant, economical choice for face skin baby and dusting needs. Claims it renders other perfumes superfluous and highlights the Cuticura Toilet Trio including Soap Ointment and Talcum.
Vagaries of a Traveler and Village Life in Riverville
A column notes an elderly speaker, Major Trotter Brount, who has agreed to give a talk at the Episcopal church on Village Life in Thibet. The sailor-like Mild humor reflects on travel, Riverville, and local curiosity about distant lands.
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Major Trotter Brount
OB. Wd
C. FB. G
Episcopal Church
Thibet
Rivervillel
Manua a Fool to Marry Sparks Angry Exchange
The Retort Courtesus records a heated exchange as he denounces a manua for marrying, while she replies with a sweet retort questioning the phrase. The brief quarrel centers on marriage and social expectations.
Elwood Bets Nickel On Berry Quart Challenge
In a berry patch Elwood competes with his father who bets a penny that he can pick a quart faster. Elwood quickly finishes his quart first and then declines another penny, proposing a nickel instead. The scene shows a young boy’s practical deal making during a family berry picking moment.
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Bualasa
Elwood
Campaign fund drive reveals graft era misconduct
Fragmentary text suggests a political figure expanding a campaign fund transfer. It mentions giving thousands to a party, a large contribution, and concerns about duties fulfilled by such actions. Names, dates, and clear context are unclear due to damaged OCR.
Only Those With 20 Worries Can Afford to Look Worried
A wry saying notes that people burdened by many worries may seem perpetually anxious. It reflects a caution about appearances versus inner stress and the social perception of concern.
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