Names of days and their ancient roots explained
A stag dinner tale ponders how days of the week got their names. One man guessed wrong while another names the sun and moon as origins, noting Diesday and myths of Anglos. The piece contrasts common usage with biblical familiarity, citing New York Tribune observations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Twi
Onln
Woden
Wotan
Njupiter
Mt. Olympus
Thor
Ole
Freja
Freya
Saderr
Saturn
Speaker
Ustener
New York Tribune
Sitting Erect Through Simple Back Support Method
The passage describes sitting erect by using the edge of a seat and letting the back rest against it. It claims this creates instant support with little effort, improves posture, and avoids injury to other parts by distributing weight to proper contact points. The guidance emphasizes natural alignment and minimal strain for lasting comfort.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Malatalis
X rays Show Bond Between Joined Bodies
A report discusses X ray use to determine if two joined bodies can be surgically separated. If independent, treatment may succeed. if actually connected, such surgery would be impossible. The note cites two ten year old girls in Brazil as subjects and outlines the potential medical implications.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atrikjhg
Turks Studying Abroad At French Universities
A fragment reports Turkish students, many from young Turks, pursuing studies at Paris and Montpellier funded by state support. It notes their presence under Abdulhamid’s administration and mentions connections to Italy and broader reforms, though the text is garbled and hard to read.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris
Montpollar
Raul
Ton
UN der
Abdul Hamiay
Astilaathi
Ie Fata
Cold Exposure and Body Reaction as Described by Dr Kelloge
A historical excerpt explains how cold exposure affects body parts through the skin’s blood vessels and related organs. It notes that chilling the neck or shoulders can influence the nose throat and lungs, potentially causing congestion or inflammation with prolonged exposure. It also mentions possible bladder and stomach weakness if prior troubles exist.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
JH. Kelloge
Flogging by electricity in French penitentiaries
A French report describes the electric cat, a whipping device in which a wheel driven by electricity whips a restrained prisoner. Proponents say it standardizes punishment, avoids bias, and delivers uniform blows, replacing traditional methods like the knout and cat o nine tails in some colonies and penitentiaries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
France
Philadelphia
Benefits of high altitudes for health and lung disease
The article notes moving to higher altitudes boosts red blood cells, which correlates with vitality and improved health for pulmonary conditions. It argues cold, high air is beneficial and explains why cold air treatment for consumptives is widely praised.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peradan
Female impersonator tale unmasked by Paris sleuth
A Brittany peasant girl named Anna Fervag worked as a servant for M. Lefebvre in Saint Lambert Paris. She claimed to have sold her hair to a barber in Morlaix to pay travel to Paris. The apparent maid proved to be a seventeen year old escapee in disguise, who betrayed herself by falling for her mistress.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Parla
Brittany
Anna Fervag
M. Lefebvre
Saint Lambert
Morlaix
Paris
Madame Lefebvrs
Springfield Women Form Dont Speak Evil Pact
City women organize a pledge pledging to avoid evil talk about women, signing a solemn commitment to refrain from speaking ill. The document hints at enduring duties beyond the present moment, with errors hinting at imperfect printing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sentory
Springfield
Guessing trip deals and travel ads fade into rapid sales
A garbled advertisement page lists travel offers and reduced-rate rail fares to many destinations, including summer tourist tickets, conventions, and health tonics. Names like DeWitt and Cedar Rapids appear, with references to trains, routes, and ticket agents.
Pitcairn Islanders Convert to Seventh Day Baptists
The Pitcairn islanders, descendants of the Bounty crew, have recently become Seventh Day Baptists through a San Francisco missionary. About 180 islanders, mostly women, remain from Mag land church influence, while young men show interest in service aboard passing vessels.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pitcaira Inlanders
Bounty
Seventh Day Baptists
San Francisco
Church of Mag
Rumors of Yaqui Force Moving Toward U.S. Border
Reports from Benson Arizona claim a large Yaqui force is near the international line. General Merriam orders Fort Huachuca to hold troops in readiness to repel any cross-border advance into the United States.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Benson, Ariz
Mer‘riam
Huachuaeg
Zicainces
Shiloh's Vitalizer and Dyspepsia Cure Advertisements
A fragmented 19th century pamphlet page hawks Shilohs Vitalizer as a cure for indigestion constipation and yellow skin, touts DeWitt’s and Kodal Dyspepsia cures, pledges immediate cough relief with One Minute Cough Cure, and promotes Stoehr's Pharmacy remedies with testimonials. It also notes railroad expansion by the Chicago North Western and railroad town prospects in northwestern Minnesota and southeastern South Dakota, urging readers to contact Thos E H Brown for townsite opportunities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W . Nussor
Millhelm
Eures
Stoeht's
Pharmndy
Kodal
Watkins
Stoehi
Chamberlain
Stuohr
Bb CO R & N_R’y
Towa
Minnesota
Loonterdt
EH Brown
Sioux Falls
Shitoh's Cure Promoted For Cough Relief
An old advertisement touts Shitoh's Cure as a remedy for a dangerous angled cough. The notice claims immediate effect and is signed by W H L Finke with a street address 13.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shitoh
W. H L. Finke
Gicycle Miler Benefits From Bucklen Salve
A cyclist rider often gets minor injuries from accidents and uses Bucklen’s Arnica Salve to ease pain and heal the injury. The product claims to cure chafing, cracked hands, sore lips, burns, ulcers and piles. Guaranteed cure. Only 25 cents. Sold by all druggists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bucklen
Woman cured by Eleverle Ditt ers remedy claim
A Wisconsin woman recounts a doctor's warning that only surgery could save her life from a severe bile duct condition and gallstones. She credits Eleverle Ditt ers with curing her stomach, liver, and kidney issues, boosting appetite after a trial.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. B. Hunt
Lime Ridge
Wis
European Excursion To London And Paris Convention
The B O C R N Ry announces an excursion from the town to the Chiriatinn Endeavor Convention in London and to the Paris Exposition. Teachers and professionals may gain educational privilege via Dominion Atlantic lines, with sailings from Montreal to Liverpool and New York options. Return fares from Montreal to London start at 75 dollars, New York to London at 110.84 first cabin and 74.82 second cabin, with June sail dates. Reverend D W Pubs, b C, oversees the trip. interested parties should apply promptly to secure berths.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
England
Dut Schobté
Liaye Bean
fia@ Dominion
New York
Purhessia
Parla
Secura
D. W. Pubs
B.c
Dence
Chyrne
Local church notices and school listings in rural district
A mixed notice page lists graded schools with principals and trustees including Perryman and Capper, and church services across denominations. Rev Perry, Rev Jenkinson, Rev Kyot Tuelk lead Episcopal and German Baptist services with Sunday school and youth meetings on alternating Sundays.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Methodist Hpiscopal
Perry A
Bervices
Jenpison
Erman Baptist
Kyot
Tluelk
Bowm
Priyor
Young People's Society
Very Low Rates Bring BC R and N Rail to Sioux Falls
Low rates tempt travelers to Sioux Falls for the AOUW meeting in June. Contact your ticket agent for rates limits and seats, as advertised in this notice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sioux Falls
Dows, Ta
Dnog Furner
AGP & TA
BC Br& N Ry
Cedar Rapids
BC R&n Ry
Permit to Purchase Keep and Sell Intoxidating Liqnors
Notice informs Gus A. Stochy of Steely & Coy will apply to Fayette County District Court at Wede Ubin Loa for a permit to purchase keep and sell intoxicating liquors for lawful purposes. The application concerns premises in Elgin Fayette County and probate dates in May 1000, with filing by May 25th 1000.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gus A. Stochy
May
Steely & Coy
Fayette County
Toa
Wede Ubin
Loa
Jing
Sid Court
Ibtha
Sai
Elgin
Fiyette
Willon
Bayetht
Chamberlain Cough Remedy Praised by Local Druggist
A grocer reports strong faith in Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy saying it remains the favored choice for his own family and customers. He notes consistent satisfaction over five years and finds it effective for ordinary coughs colds and postnasal symptoms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. L. Marlin
Dixie
Bufare
King
Unnecessary Lass at Time and a Bank Letter
Mr W Whedon of the First National Bank of Winterset Iowa writes of a carpenter in his employ who suffered persistent diarrhoea. After trying Chamberlain's Colic, Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy, he reports one dose cured him and enabled a return to work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W . Whedon
First National Bank of
Winterset
Towa
Chamberlain
Robert Evans Merchant Tailor Advertises Custom Suits
Robert Evans, merchant tailor, offers custom suits in latest approved styles at reasonable charges. All orders filled on short notice with prompt and neat repairs and finicking. A complete line of samples available for selection. Satisfaction guaranteed.
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Winmey
Verizon
Hicken White
Baltimore
Cinstinati
Sal
Europa
Europe
D& Ny
Karla Glover Root
Finke
Kthz
Dite
Homeruileers
Mite al Msiigla
Fere Plas
Raints
AGH & TA
Buorgnryy
Aymien
Willie DeWitt
Little Marty
Isis
Bie Hyer and
Bowela
Stoehita Pharmacy
Sioux Fills
Kennedy
Roanoke
Tenn
DeWitt
Toole
D d Moore
Milrook
Ala
Stoghi
Burlington, Cedar Rapids & Northern Railway
North Manchester
Ind
St Louis
Marx
General Assembly
The
Presbyterian Church
Washington
Ancient
Order of United Workmen
Philadilphia
Charleston
National Educational Association
Cincinnati
Baptist Youlns People’s Union of America
Chicago
Detroit
Mich
Knights of Pythia
Tomarka
Shiloh
W. J. Finks
Clarisa
de Witt
Stoehr
Veilus
TL Finke
Andar
Et & Aalt
Crocker
CON Winentai
Therndm
Ofer
Bafombece
Goudie Betton
Tycaington
Dy Bross
Hodson
Bealibert
Rugiha
Test Etobacco CO
St. Louis
Congress
GN. Uaugen
Northwood
Jadier
L. E. Pellowa
Animaltuy
Ndi
Stohr
Nicklaus
Theo
Behmid
Inuiltson
Perryman
Mise Lobtan
Bertha Abbey
A.’ Henson
W. H. Finke
Levi Tol Pei ‘Treas
I. J. Capper
C. L. L. Freiburgaua
Buckuty
G. Stuebr
cubRons
T. J. Winders
Malta
Alcyono
James
Carlin
Morrison
Cs “Hort
Modern Remedy CO
Kewanee, IL
8TOEHR
Prica
Rey
EG. Dowitt
Scientific ‘American
Robert Evans
Stailor
Kesey
Desart
Fran
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