Chicago Female Feet They Are of Generous Size
A brief column notes that Chicago women’s feet are larger than commonly believed, asserting generous sizing and encouraging readers to reconsider assumptions about foot size.
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Newspaper
Elkhart Weekly Truth
Location
Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 09, 1902
Page
3
Chicago Women Footwear Tales and Local Health Adverts
A reader recalls tales of Chicago women’s shoe fitting woes and urban shopfront attitudes on retail street. The piece blends a humorous shoe-quest with social observation, noting varied clamor and responses from clerks and automata in two stores. The column also includes testimonials praising Lydia E. Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound for nervous prostration and ovarian trouble, urging free advice from Mrs. Pinkham.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. Childs-Blackburn
Rock Island Literary and Art Society
Miss W. CurLps
Blackburn
Fifth Ave
Rock Island
Greop
Lydia EF. Pinkham
Dawson City Econ Quietly Skews From Coins
In Dawson City residents emphasize care of the quarters and dollars, with nickels and dimes rarely used and little need for small change. Local cash habits reflect a preference for larger denominations and frugal spending.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dawson City
Hanna Earns Speaker in Ohio Assembly Caucus
In Columbus on January 6 Senator Hanna's forces won control of the Ohio house caucus defeating Foraker. W S McKinnon was nominated speaker by a 38 to 30 vote. Aaron J Price urged Hanna's re election to the United States Senate two years ahead, as the fight concluded with Hanna securing all offices and Foraker not receiving a clerkship. The three hour caucus showed no quarrel amid the decisive result.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Windy City
Chicago
San Francisco
Ivan
Christopher Webster
Columbus
Hanna
Foraker
House of Representatives
Ohio Assembly
W.S. McKinnon
Aaron J. Price
United States Senate
House
Dr John P Wood Celebrates 100th Birthday in Coffeyville
Dr John P Wood of Coffeyville Kansas marks his hundredth birthday. He has practiced medicine for seventy eight years and remains in active service. A $40 purse was presented at a breakfast hosted by Mrs Minnie F Slosson who promised the event fifteen years ago on his eighty fifth birthday. Born in Dublin Ireland he came to America at age eight and served in the Mexican War and the Lawrence border troubles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Coffeyville
Kan
John P. Wood
Minnie F. Slosson
Dublin
Ireland
America
Lawrence
Man takes two year term to shield wife in fatal shooting
Charles Hudspeth pleaded guilty to manslaughter in the fourth degree after shooting Charles Curry in an apartment last September. He chose prison over a public trial to protect his wife from further scandal, despite his counsel’s objections.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kansas City
Charles Hudspeth
Hudspeth
Charles Curry
Curry
Banner Salve Piles Cure Promise From Rushton's Drug Store
If Banner Salve doesn't cure your piles, your money will be returned. It is the most healing medicine sold at Rushton's drug store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rushton’s
Ex Premier Parker Is Wedded in Private San Francisco Ceremony
Samuel Parker former Hawaiian premier and foreign minister wed Mrs Abigail Campbell of San Jose widow of James Campbell. The nuptials occurred at the Occidental Hotel with Superior Judge Hebbard officiating and were followed by a private dinner. The couple's connection comes as Abbie Campbell’s engagement to Prince Ka units was recently announced.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Parker
San Francisco
Samuel Parker
Hawaii
Abigail Campbell
San Jose
James Campbell
Abbie
Prince Ka Wwananokoa
Occidental Hotel
Hebbard
Gold Find Near Flora Indiana At Windfall well
A gas drill near Windfall Indiana struck solid rock at 27 feet then a large boulder at 60 feet. Dynamite blast scattered rock and a large amount of gold was found. A company is being formed to develop the discovery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Flora
Ind
The Chief Poisoner Reveals Hidden Museum Pest Control
A Washington Post noted office of the chief poisoner at a federal institution keeps artifacts safe from thieves rust and vermin. Joseph Warner poisons items from books to fabrics and even shelves with preservative compounds to protect exhibits. In Manila, Gen Grant decides to relocate troops from Bacacay due to space and apparent peace.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Smithsonian Institution
National Museum
Department of the
Joseph Warmer
Washington Post
Parmer
Turkey
Spain
Arabia
Farmer
Manila
Jan
Grant
Bacacay
Veteran editor praises Chamberlain remedy for Mexican pension
A Mexican war veteran and editor says Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy saved his pension by curing diarrhoea from the Mexican campaign. He notes a dose on every renewal restores him and calls it unequalled for a quick safe cure. For sale by Houseworth Bros. druggists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
Mexico
Houseworth Bros
Ways of Catching Rats with Odor Cued Traps
A Baltimore American note explains using scented lure to trap rats. Dress bait with odorants like foetida powder oil of rhoditim oil of aniseed oil of lavender to entice rats. A barrel trap uses water and a rock pedestal to force rats onto a dry perch where they drown.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baltimore American
Dr Bull's Gough Syrup Promises Quick Throat Lung Relief
The advertisement touts Dr Bull's Gough Syrup as a marvelous remedy for throat and lung troubles. It claims rapid relief and cures a painful, dangerous sounding cough linked to congested lungs, asserting no other remedy equals it.
Hurd Couple Celebrates Golden Anniversary and Grandsons’ Birthday
Peru residents Mr and Mrs Owen Hurd marked their golden wedding anniversary and the former’s seventy second birthday on Thursday. Sixty children grandchildren and great grandchildren attended the family event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peru
Owen Hurd
Here
Youth Arrested in Church Festival Robbery Case
Bedford Charles Cordell, a nineteen year old, has been arrested and identified as the assailant who attempted to rob Miss Grafton of her watch and who also stopped Mrs Dr Burnham and Miss Eva Norton at a church festival, taking Miss Norton's purse. The tonic Osmicure Blood Nerve Tonic is advertised for sale by C D Rushton in Bedford.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bedford
Charles Cordell
Grafton
Blackburn
Miss Grafton
Dr. Burnham
Eva Norton
Mitchell
Rocky Mountain Tea Offered by Madison Medicine Co
An 19th century product by Madison Medicine Co. House Worth Bros. promotes Rocky Mountain Tea as a substitute for genuine remedies, urging consumers to consider its value and origins in a period advertisement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rocky ‘Mountain
Madison Medicine
Houseworth: Bros
The Forty Thieves Troopers Of Loxton In South Africa
A Cape Town report details Loxton's horse, England's light cavalry in the Transvaal, the unit drawing no pay yet taking 75 percent of loot. In June a share exceeded $4,500 per man with a $5,000 ball spending. The gang seized almost anything of value, sending looted goods to Durban or Pietermaritzburg.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
England
Transvaal
Loxton
South Africa
War Office
Cape Town
New York
Newcastle
Animale Oy Coods
Durban
Pietermartiizbure
Cable Road Up Vesuvius Opens Modern Transit Route
A new trolley line climbs Vesuvius starting at 2,290 feet to the crater edge, connecting with a cable road for travelers. London wires note telegraph lines in Rome and Mont Blanc routes, with plans to run electric cars through Catacombs. A Mount Washington ascent warns of dangers for hikers and bones among bowlders.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vesuvius
Gizeh
Sphinx
Mont Blanc
Rome
London Exchange
Mount Washington
Rocky Mountain Tea Advertises Youthful Glow
Houseworth Bros promote Rocky Mountain Tea claiming it makes life burn steady and renews golden days of youth in a concise advertisement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Houseworth Bros
Denver girl returns home as missing man denies flight
Peru Miss Mary Keplinger, fifteen, has voluntarily returned to her Denver home. J. W. Darnall, a fifty seven year old druggist, who disappeared about the same time, has contacted his wife from Richmond denying any knowledge of the girl’s flight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peru
Mary Keplinger
Denver
J. W. Darnall
Richmond
Banner Salve Promises Quick Healing for Rough Skin
Rushton's drug store touts Banner Salve as the world's most healing ointment, claiming rapid relief for chapped hands cracked lips and rough skin. The ad emphasizes swift results and wide applicability of the product.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rushton’s Drug Store
Kent and Siler Hunting Tragedy Claims Kent
Brookston Leon ard Kent son of P M Kent and Arthur Siler were hunting when Kent tripped and fell. Kent discharged his weapon and the load struck him in the head, killing him instantly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brookston
Leonard Kent
P M. Kent
Arthur Siler
Kent
Letter found after mother's death follows son across years
The mother of Edward Williams, an electrical contractor, died in July 1892 at Toulon Illinois. A letter written a few days before her death has just been received by Williams, having followed him from place to place for years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Huntington
Edward Williams
Toulon
Williams
Richmond Mrs Bernard Parcheck Dies at 65
Mrs Bernard Parcheck a prominent Richmond resident died Thursday at age sixty five. Survived by husband two sons Henry of Cincinnati and Albert of this city and daughter Mrs Edward Ramler.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richmond
Bernard Parcheck
Henry
Cincinnati
Albert
Edward Ramler
Dr Bull's Cough Syrup Promises Rapid Cold Cure
A historical ad claims Dr Bull's Cough Syrup cures the worst cold in a day, stops runny nose, lowers fever, and banishes tendencies toward pneumonia, calling it the quickest remedy and curer of throat diseases.
Franking Privilege Tales From Washington
A Washington report recounts abuse of the franking privilege. Stories include a congressman sending laundry home with indelible messages about Confederate veterans pensions and an empty box mailed with the president’s message labeled Public Documents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
Washington
Foley’s Honey and Tar Promoted as Throat Lung Remedy
Foley’s Honey and Tar is touted as the best remedy for throat and lung diseases. Dealers are authorized to guarantee satisfaction. Rushton’s Drug Store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Foley
Rushton’s
The Dangers of Obsessive Hobbies
A cautionary note on how excessive focus on a hobby can harm mental health. The piece cites Guy de Maupassant, who pursued ocean science and spiritualism to the point of sleeplessness, appetite loss, erratic behavior, and confinement in a sanitarium.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Guy de Maupassant
Ife
Foley’s Alooney esd Tar for children safe sure
A fragment mentions Foley’s Alooney esd Tar for children claiming safety and absence of opiates. It notes quinine usage in various locales and describes a French sewing machine for repairing human skin quickly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Foley
France
A Profitable Investment in Digestion Cure
E Demick of Somerville Ind credits Kodol Dyspepsia Care with ending seven years of stomach trouble after spending about 1000 dollars without relief. He reports taking a few bottles and becoming entirely well. The ad claims Kodol digests food for the stomach so the user can eat freely without dieting. Houseworth Bros.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. Demick
Somerville
Ind
Houseworth Bros
Child Taken During Grandmother's Temporary Absence
Mrs. Albert Piers took the eight year old son of Mrs. J C Piers while the grandmother was away. The boy had been left with the senior Mrs. Piers by his father after he and his wife separated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jeffersonville
Albert Piers
J. C. Piers
Cannerburg Post Office Robbery Report
The Canerburg post office, a mining town ten miles east of Washington, was robbed last night. About five dollars in silver and pennies were stolen. Local authorities investigate the break in.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Bost
Cannerburg
Here
DeWitt’s Little Pearly Risers End Constipation Distress
An ad claims DeWitt’s Little Pearly Risers promote easy bowel action without distress. A user, J. D. Greene of Depauw Indiana, says he suffered nine years from costiveness before using the product.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
DeWitt
J. D. Greene
Depauw
Ind
Feuds Split as Miss Stone Captors Face Turkish Territory
Constantinople date back to Jan 6 Miss Stone remains captive as brigands in Turkish lands split into two hostile bands Some deserters head toward Bulgarian territory locals harass brigands in hope of restoring order The American legation awaits news from Garguilo while release rumors prove unfounded and no new letter has arrived since November 18.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Constantinople
Miss Stone
Garguilo
Legation
Salonica
Interior
Mr. Dickinson
United States
Sofia
What Shall We Have for Dessert Jell-O
A family question on daily desserts solved with Jell-O prepared in two minutes. No baking needed with hot water to set. Flavors include lemon orange raspberry and strawberry. Available at grocers for 16 cents.
Lively Liquor War Over Nappanee Saloons
Saloon seekers William H. Grass and George McLaughlin faced renewed opposition as remonstrances were filed in Nappanee. A 244-voter majority is needed to block a license, with 346 signatures on the latest remonstrances. New commissioner Charles Davis prepares to take his seat Monday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nappanee
William H. Grass
George McLaughlin
Charles Davis
Foley's Toney and Far seals Inne end ears the couga
Watertown New York January 6 Joseph Knight aged thirty five fell asleep under a railroad train which started and cut off both his feet
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Foley
Watertown
N. Y
Joseph Knight
Pneumonia Treatment Endorsed by Dr Bishop
Dr C J Bishop of Agnew Michigan reports using Foley's Honey and Tar for three very severe pneumonia cases. He states the remedy provided relief and cites positive results from his clinical experience.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. J. Bishop
Agnew, Mich
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Miss W. Childs-Blackburn
Mrs. Pinkham
Lydia E. Pinkham
Ohio
House Caucus
Doctor
Strange
C. D. Rushton
Jas. Mock
N. Webster, Inc
Crtaconhs
Hobs
Sparagus
Coler Us& Or Postal Frank
Bengal
C. C
Burns
J. W. Cole & Co
Black River Falls
Wis
L. S
M.S
Lake Shore & Michigan Southern
Elkhart
Old Road
AIR Line
Grand Rapids
Pacific Express
Fast Mail Ltd
Elk. & Chgo
Rouges
Chgo
Lake Shore Limited
Western Express
Lake Shore
Cleveland
Erie
P& LE Ry
Pittsburg
G. J. Grammer
A. J. Smith
A. L.gotwalt
Miao Stone
Raptors
Bulgaria
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