Scattered 19th Century Observations and Inventions
A digest of curious notes on longevity in France England and Germany. Comet weight estimates. Early transatlantic steamship voyages. Arab scholars in Egypt and Salem stables. A Lowell birthday gag. New York electricity use vs London. Telegraph campaigns and a Gettysburg panorama tale. Onondaga Indians at Grant’s tomb and cotton losses. Gelatin as a safe flexible material similar to celluloid. Restoring valuable damaged documents. Emperor William and his yacht voyage with Hamburg liner. Hermon Pond weather vane device for wind direction. Lifesaving service rescue near Providence. Dreadnought fuel capacity and armor details.
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France
England
Germany
John’ Herschel
Liverpool
New York
Royal William
Egypt
Salem
Mass
Lowell
Bald
New York City
London
Congress
Paul Philipoteau
Gettysburg
Shoshone
Mont
South
Baltimore
William of
Hamburg
Hermon Pond Station
Knowles
Providence
R. L
Will Garry
Quebec
Whtel Offie
Cariae
Ivory Flour Promises Superior Whiteness and Taste
A promotional note extols Ivory flour for its wholesome cream color and reliable performance in cooking. The copy appeals to cooks who seek consistent results and a wholesome wheat base in everyday baking.
Your Turn to Entertain at Cards Ad
Tally Cards price list for dots 10c to 35c. Playing Cards 10c to 50c per deck. Bridge Whist Pads Cinch Cards 10c per doz. Tally Card Punches 35c. Tally Pencils per dozen 20c. Includes multiple item prices and per-unit costs.
Mystic Cure for Rheumatism Dayton Daily Claim
Mystic Cure for Rheumatism and Neuralgia promises radical relief in 1 to 38 days with the first dose showing benefit. The advertisement claims it removes the cause and the disease immediately disappears, selling for 75 cents and one dollar through Allen Houseworth, druggist on 25 South Main Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allen Houseworth
Main St
Wealthy stomach woes and a remedy for all
The text contrasts millionaire stomach troubles with those of laborers and promotes Green's August Flower as a standard medicine for dyspepsia and indigestion. It claims the remedy stimulates the liver, arouses appetite, and improves digestion for all social stations, offering trial and regular sizes through Houseworth Bros.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Green
Houseworth Bros
Rheumatism Cure touted by Pittsburg pharmacist
T J Blackmore of Haller and Blackmore, Pittsburg, says Mystic Cure freed him from rheumatism in hours after months of ailment. He claims five city physicians offered little relief and recommends Mystic Cure, sold by Allen Houseworth at 225 S Main Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T.J. Blackmore
Haller & Blackmore
Pittsburg
Allen
Houseworth
Druggis
Remarkable Pine Woods Cure Promoted for Lung Diseases
A noted authority on lung diseases promotes a treatment from Maine’s Pine Woods using fresh air nourishing food and Virgin Oil of Pine mixed with whiskey and glycerine in specific proportions. The article claims this mixture heals lungs breaks up colds in 24 hours and cures curable coughs. Virgin Oil of Pine is sold in half ounce vials by prescription druggists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maine
Dangers from Dyspepsia and Mi-o-na Promise
Imperfect digestion described as a major health risk linking to typhoid kidney and nervous diseases. Recommends Mi-o-na stomach tablets for immediate relief and long term stomach restoration. Claims a 5 cent box often suffices with two boxes for chronic cases and guarantees refunds if not cured. Ends with sponsor assurance of no risk.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Houseworth Bros
Dean's Kidney Pills Promoted By Elkhart Testimony
Elkhart resident P. H. Mechling testifies he suffered backaches and kidney symptoms ten years earlier. After using Dean's Kidney Pills from Houseworth Bros drug store his condition improved and he endorses the remedy. Sold by dealers at 50 cents. Foster Milburn Co Buffalo New York sole US agents. Remember the name Doan's.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dean
Elkhart
H. Mechling
Teamster
Canton Street
Ind
Dean’s
Houseworth Bros
Foster-Milburn Co
Buffalo
New York
United States
Doan
Dyspepsia relief via Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin ad
Terrified readers are urged that chronic dyspepsia liver or bowel trouble worsens unless treated. The safe laxative medicine proposed is Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin. Sold by Houseworth Bros. at 50 cents and one dollar with money back if it fails.
Testimony on Kidney Cure After Four Years’ Illness
G B Burhans of Carlisle Genter testifies about nearly four years of kidney trouble. He describes relief after taking Foley’s Kidney Cure, claiming lasting cure and urging others to use it. The statement emphasizes symptom duration and perceived improvement.
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G. B. Burhana
B. Burhans
Carlisle - Genter
Foley
Foley's
Houseworth “Bros
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Blackburn
THE
First State Bank
South Main Street
ALL Grocers
Burrell & Morgan
Stephens
Houseworth Bros. Falt’s
Cook's
Mes. Dawson
Third St
Union Pacific
Oregon
Washington
Chicago
W. G. Neimyer
G. A
Jackson Boulevard
Illinois
W. Brusman & Co
Victor
Columbia
Talking Machine
Pabst
R. Turnock
Ivory Patent
Golden Gate
Pride OF Elkhart
Harvest Queen
Bristol
Golden Brand
Perfection
Ceresota
Home
Bell
A.C. Keene
Main
Denn
C. Co
Columbus
Ohio
U.S. A
A. M. Snir
Pabst Blue Ribbon Beer
State St
VanAken Bros
Rhode & CO
Unger Eros
Chichester
Druguist
Philadelphia
Lasco
Bright
Lakeside Medicine
A. B
Small
E, Ak Hagenbaugh
Ss. “Main
Horton & Thomas
S. Main St
Opera “House
H. A. Knevels
F. S. Timmins
Standard European Hotel
L. S. & M.S. Depot
J. Goldberg
Frank A. Sage
W. H. Theis
South Side Hardware
Alsof Ambulance Service
W. D. Dalton
Lindsay Light
Calla Cualso
E. A. Campbell
Osc
teeOlty
Central. Drug Store
Dr. Colwel
Central Drugs Store
Ry Sitison Resord
Turnock
Golden Gate Patent
Zia
Purtish Gardenus
dr.Geer
Uorish Remedy CO
Ralasiaton
Prevanta Contazion
Ithe Evanschemicalco
Sinsimeat
Harrison ST
Standard Audit Company
OF Chicago
Charles F. Williams
Manager Audit Department
Elkhart Loan Co
New Quarters
Mikhart
Elkhart County
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